If you’re planning to launch or scale your frozen or fresh French fries business, you’re in the right place. The French Fries Manufacturing Machine by Foodline Machinery offers a fully automatic solution to produce high-quality, crispy, golden fries at commercial scale.
What is a Fried Food Production Line?
Available in semi-automatic and fully automatic configurations, this fries maker machine covers everything from potato cleaning to frying and freezing/packing. It typically includes:
Drum Washer | Potato Washing & Horizontal Brush Roller Peeler
Function: Removes dirt, sand, and residual soil from potatoes. Rapid peeling of potatoes using abrasion or brush rollers.
Features:
- Bubble + spray washer combination
- Minimal waste and breakage
- Optional elevator for automatic feeding
Material: SS304 food-grade
Capacity: 300–2000kg/h
Application: Round, long, or irregular potatoes
Potato Cutting Machine (French Fries Cutter)
Function: Cuts peeled potatoes into uniform fries (size customizable).
Features:
- Interchangeable blades (7mm, 10mm, 12mm, crinkle, wedge)
- Straight cut or crinkle cut
- High-speed slicing with minimal breakage
Material: SUS304 body, alloy steel blades
Output: 500–2000kg/h
Potato Rinsing Machine (Starch Removal)
Function: Removes surface starch from potato sticks after cutting.
Features:
- Bubble rinse + water circulation
- Prevents fries from sticking during frying
- Improves final product color
Material: Stainless steel
Capacity: 500–3000kg/h
Blanching Machine Commercial Vegetable Blancher
Function: Cooks fries at controlled temperature to soften and deactivate enzymes.
Benefits: Fixes color, Reduces frying time, Improves texture
Features:
- Steam/electric heating
- Digital temperature control
- Mesh belt conveying system
Blanch Temp: 60–100°C
Time: 1–5 minutes adjustable
De-watering Machine (Air Dryer or Spinner)
Function: Cooks fries at controlled temperature to soften and deactivate enzymes.
Benefits: Fixes color, Reduces frying time, Improves texture
Features:
- Steam/electric heating
- Digital temperature control
- Mesh belt conveying system
Blanch Temp: 60–100°C
Time: 1–5 minutes adjustable
French Fries Frying Machine
Function: Deep fries the blanched fries uniformly to golden color.
Features:
- Continuous mesh belt fryer
- Precise oil temperature control (160–190°C)
- Automatic oil filtration and circulation
- Electric, gas, diesel, or thermal oil heating options
Material: Full stainless steel
Capacity: 100–2000kg/h
De-oiling Machine
Function: Removes excess oil after frying to maintain crispiness.
Types:
- Centrifugal de-oiler (barrel type)
- Vibration or air-blow type (for delicate fries)
Benefits:
- Reduced oil cost
- Better taste
- Extended shelf life
Cooling System | French Fries Cooling Conveyor
Function:
Cools down freshly fried French fries to room or packaging temperature before freezing or packing. This step is crucial for maintaining texture, preventing sogginess, and ensuring food safety.
Features:
- Food-grade SS304 for hygiene and corrosion resistance
- Adjustable Speed: Conveyor belt speed can be fine-tuned to match fryer output
- High-Performance Fans: Strategically positioned fans ensure uniform airflow
IQF Quick Freezing Tunnel (For Frozen Fries)
Function: Rapidly freezes fries to lock in freshness and texture.
Freezing Temp: -35°C to -40°C
Core Temp Goal: -18°C within 10–15 minutes
Features:
- Belt-type continuous tunnel
- Stainless steel spiral cooling system
- Energy-efficient refrigeration
Optional: Batching device for freezing individual fries (IQF)
Automatic Packing Machine
Function: Weighs and packs finished fries into bags for retail or bulk sale.
Options:
- Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS)
- Nitrogen flushing for frozen fries
- Multi-head weighing system
Bag Types: Pillow, stand-up pouch, zipper, PE/PP film
Speed: 20–60 bags/min
French Fries Production Line Flow Chart
Potato Feeding → Washing → Peeling → Cutting → Rinsing → Blanching → De-watering → Frying → De-oiling → Quick Freezing (optional) → Packing
The specifications of Automatic French Fries Making Machine
| Model | Output (kg/h) | Suitable For |
| FL-300 | 300 kg/h | Startups, small shops |
| FL-500 | 500–800 kg/h | Medium factories |
| FL-1000 | 1000–2000 kg/h | Large-scale production |
| FL-2000+ | 2000+ kg/h | Frozen French fries factories |
Successful Projects Worldwide
India – Frozen fries plant with 1000kg/h output
South Africa – Mobile potato fries line for food truck fleet
Saudi Arabia – Curly fries line for restaurant chain supply
FAQs About French Fries Manufacturing Line
Can I make both fresh and frozen French fries?
Yes, simply add a freezing tunnel and modify packaging type.
How much space is needed for a 500kg/h line?
Approx. 200–300 sqm with proper layout.
What’s the oil consumption per hour?
Depends on fryer size, but average loss is 3–5% per cycle with filtration.
Can I produce crinkle-cut or wedge fries?
Yes, by changing cutting blades and machine configuration.