Alco industrial food processing machines for convenience food production
Alco Food-Machines is a specialised brand within the JBT FoodTech group, internationally recognised for its comprehensive range of industrial food processing machines for convenience food production. Alco solutions enable processors to efficiently transform raw ingredients into finished, ready-to-cook or ready-to-eat products through forming, coating, cooking, roasting, frying, cooling and freezing processes.
Alco machines are designed for high throughput, hygienic operation and consistent product quality across meat, poultry, fish, vegetables and plant-based food applications.
Who is Alco?
Alco is part of the JBT FoodTech portfolio and focuses exclusively on convenience and standardised food processing technology. The brand combines decades of mechanical engineering experience with modern automation concepts to deliver both individual machines and fully integrated processing lines.
Alco systems are used worldwide by industrial food producers seeking reliable, scalable and flexible solutions for high-volume convenience food manufacturing.
What does Alco do?
Alco designs and manufactures industrial food processing equipment covering all major steps in convenience food production. Their machines allow producers to form, portion, coat, cook, fry, roast and finish products with repeatable results and minimal manual intervention. Modular system design enables seamless integration into automated production environments.
Alco machines & product types
Forming & Portioning
Alco forming technology shapes and portions food masses into uniform products ready for further processing.
- AFM / AFM PRO Forming Machines – precision forming systems using interchangeable forming plates for burgers, meatballs, nuggets, schnitzel, fish sticks and plant-based products. Designed for consistent shape, weight accuracy and high output.
Flattening & Tenderising
Machines that prepare product structure and thickness prior to coating or cooking.
- ASP Flattening Machines – ensure uniform thickness for schnitzel, gyros, roulades and poultry fillets.
- Tenderisers – mechanically open product surfaces to improve marinade absorption and texture.
Mixing & Mass Preparation
Alco mixers ensure homogeneous product masses before forming or coating.
- AMP Mixer Series – gentle but thorough mixing of meat, vegetables, fish or plant-based formulations.
Coating & Breading Systems
A complete range of coating solutions for texture and appearance development.
- Predusters – apply flour or dry coatings evenly with minimal product loss.
- Dippers (ADT / PRO Series) – immersion systems for marinades, liquid batters and tempura coatings.
- Battering Machines (APN Series) – consistent application of liquid batter layers.
- Breading Machines (APT Series) – application of fine or coarse breadcrumbs, including panko and specialty coatings.
Cooking, Frying & Roasting
Thermal processing systems for product setting, colour and texture.
- HotCook & HotCook Swing Systems – multifunctional cookers for cooking, searing and braising products gently and evenly.
- Conveyor Fryer Systems – continuous frying equipment for crispy and golden product finishes.
- Roasting & Baking Ovens – conveyor ovens for uniform roasting and baking of convenience foods.
Cooling, Chilling & Freezing
Post-cooking systems to stabilise products prior to packaging or further processing.
- Spiral Coolers & Spiral Freezers – space-efficient solutions for rapid cooling and freezing with consistent airflow.
What is Alco specialised in?
Alco specialises in complete convenience food processing solutions that cover the entire production workflow. Their technology enables processors to:
- Form and portion products accurately
- Apply coatings and breadings consistently
- Cook, fry and roast with uniform colour and texture
- Cool, chill and freeze products efficiently
- Integrate complete processing lines with high automation levels
Alco solutions are widely used for the production of burgers, nuggets, schnitzel, fish products, breaded snacks, plant-based foods and other convenience products, making the brand a key partner for industrial food manufacturers focused on efficiency, quality and scalability.
Looking for Alco food processing machines for convenience food production?
We are happy to advise you on the right Alco forming, coating, cooking, frying or finishing solution, tailored to your product range and production capacity.
