Coating machines are core equipment for coating and polishing polished candies, compressed‑tablet candies and chocolate beans. Many candy enterprises tend to make mistakes during procurement: an over‑sized model leads to
unnecessary budget increases and high energy consumption, while an under‑sized model results in insufficient production capacity and challenges in process scaling‑up.
Selecting the right pan size and batch capacity helps strike a balance among production efficiency, product quality, equipment investment and production costs. Taking Zhonghong BYJ‑series coating machines as an example, this article
combines specifications, application scenarios and procurement tips to help candy enterprises and R&D departments make quick equipment selection.
I. Specification Overview of Zhonghong BYJ‑Series Candy Coating Machines
All Zhonghong BYJ‑series candy coating machines feature food‑grade SUS‑304 stainless steel coating pans with stepless pan‑speed adjustment. They support sugar‑coating and candy polishing, and fall into three categories: lab &
pilot‑scale type, small‑scale production type and large‑scale production type.
| Equipment Category |
Model Examples |
Pan Diameter |
Pan Thickness |
Batch Capacity (kg/batch) |
Pan Rotation Speed (r/min) |
Machine Weight (kg) |
| Lab & Pilot‑scale Type |
BYJ‑300 / BYJ‑400 / BYJ‑600 |
300 / 400 / 600 mm |
2 mm (SUS‑304) |
0‑4 / 4‑10 / 10‑15 |
0‑40 (adjustable) |
60‑80 |
| Small‑scale Production Type |
BYJ‑800 / BYJ‑1000 |
800 / 1000 mm |
2 mm (SUS‑304) |
20‑50 / 50‑70 |
0‑32 (adjustable) |
220‑260 |
| Large‑scale Production Type |
BYJ‑1250 / BYJ‑1500 / BYJ‑2000 |
1250 / 1500 / 2000 mm |
3‑4 mm (SUS‑304) |
70‑100 / 100‑160 / 160‑250 |
0‑28 (adjustable) |
300‑1500 |
II. Application Scenarios and Selection Recommendations
1. Lab & Pilot‑scale Type: BYJ‑300 / BYJ‑400 / BYJ‑600
Batch capacity: 0‑15 kg. Suitable for R&D institutions and brand new‑product development. Mainly used for formula debugging, sample preparation and process‑data collection; also fit for small‑batch trial sales of emerging brands. These
machines deliver low material loss, easy cleaning and material change, and a small footprint. They can generate process data to support subsequent mass production, yet are not suitable for high‑volume continuous production.
2. Small‑scale Production Type: BYJ‑800 / BYJ‑1000
Batch capacity: 20‑70 kg. The mainstream commercial models for small‑and‑medium‑sized candy factories. Ideal for processing plants, newly‑built factories and e‑commerce candy brands with stable sales and relatively fixed product
portfolios. They balance production capacity and equipment investment, and their coating uniformity meets commercial shipment standards, with lower requirements for factory power supply and space. Verify on‑site workshop supporting
conditions before purchase to ensure full‑load operation.
3. Large‑scale Production Type: BYJ‑1250 / BYJ‑1500 / BYJ‑2000
Batch capacity: 70‑250 kg. Designed for large‑factory large‑scale production lines. The thickened and reinforced pans permit long‑duration heavy‑duty continuous operation. Production parameters can be fixed to guarantee consistency in
sugar‑coating color, thickness and taste across batches, catering to large‑order contract manufacturing and high‑volume in‑house brand production. When selecting models, evaluate workshop space, floor load‑bearing capacity, exhaust
and dust‑removal and other supporting facilities.
III. Pre‑procurement Checklist
- Clarify usage purpose: select pilot‑scale models for R&D and sample‑making; match equipment specifications with daily order volume for mass production.
- Differentiate products: select spray guns and hot‑air systems according to needs for polished candies, chocolate coating or nut coating.
- Check production mode: prefer relatively small‑sized models for frequent material changes with multiple product varieties; prioritize large‑size machines for high‑volume single‑item production.
- Verify workshop conditions: confirm site dimensions, voltage, exhaust and dust‑removal requirements.
IV. Summary: Quick Selection of Suitable Zhonghong BYJ Coating Machine
‑ For R&D, laboratory use and trial production: BYJ‑300 / BYJ‑400 / BYJ‑600 ‑ For stable mass production in small‑and‑medium‑sized factories and commercial contract manufacturing: BYJ‑800 / BYJ‑1000 ‑ For large‑scale candy
factories and industrial‑grade production lines: BYJ‑1250 / BYJ‑1500 / BYJ‑2000
Candy‑coating processes directly determine finished‑product gloss, taste and yield rate. A suitable coating machine is not necessarily the largest one; it should match your order volume, product roadmap and workshop conditions. If you are
uncertain about the exact model, share your target candy category, target daily output and workshop dimensions with us for a customized solution.
