System for rapid conversion of raw corn kernels into masa and final products

摘要

A system for converting whole corn to Masa in a short time. The system includes a device for removing pericarp and stem from the grain and grinds the residue into a powder of the appropriate particle size. When this powder is mixed with lime and water and mixed for 6-12 minutes, a final temperature of 50 ° C. is reached, in which gelatinization occurs, forming a masa. Thereafter, with additional equipment, the masa is shredded to a size for further processing.