OverviewOur pneumatic cashew peeling machine uses compressed air to remove the thin skin from cashew kernels without blade contact or hard friction. Kernels remain intact, peeling rate is high, and the final product meets food hygiene requirements. It processes cashew kernels as well as red-skin peanuts, blanched almonds and hazelnuts. Suitable for cashew processors, nut processing plants and export-oriented food manufacturers seeking dry, hygienic peeling solutions.
Available Models of Cashew Nut Peeling EquipmentModel Parameters | FL-150 | FL-300 | FL-800
Production Capacity | 100 – 150 kg/h | 300 kg/h | 1000 kg/h
Peeling Rate | ≥ 95% | 95% – 98% | ≥ 98%
Kernel Breakage Rate | < 5% | < 3% | < 2%
Required Air Pressure | 0.4 – 0.6 Mpa | 0.6 – 0.9 Mpa | Customized (High-flow)
Machine Power | 0.02 KW / 220V | 0.02 KW / 220V | 0.02 KW / 220V
Compressor Power | 7.5 KW | 15 – 22 KW | 55 KW
Air Consumption | 1.05 m³/min | 3 m³/min | 10 m³/min
Material (Food Contact) | 304 Stainless Steel | 304 Stainless Steel | 304 Stainless Steel
Dimensions (L×W×H) | 640×600×1300 mm | 1000×900×1500 mm | 1500×1400×2500 mm
Machine Weight | 70 kg | 130 kg | ~450 kg
PLC Touchscreen Control | / | / | Optional
How the Pneumatic Cashew Peeling Machine Works- No soaking needed: Raw dry nuts can be fed directly, avoiding water-induced discoloration, mildew and nutrient loss.
- Soft air-pressure peeling: Precisely controlled adjustable airflow gently strips skins without scratches, cracks or kernel breakage.
- Automatic material separation: Built-in guiding and separation device automatically segregates clean kernels and stripped skins for easy collection.
- Continuous automatic workflow: Auto feeding → pneumatic peeling → auto discharging for stable round-the-clock production with minimal manual operation.
Features of the Automatic Cashew Peeling Machine- No blade contact, no kernel damage: Air-only peeling preserves whole-kernel integrity and reduces product loss.
- Dry processing, no soaking required: Simplifies process flow and reduces risks associated with soaking operations.
- High peeling rate: Stable air-pressure control yields consistent 95%–98% peeling rates while maintaining whole-kernel quality.
- Automatic continuous operation: Integrated feeding, peeling and discharging reduce manual labor and increase throughput.
- Compact, low-maintenance design: Small footprint and straightforward structure ease cleaning and daily maintenance.
- Food-grade construction: 304 stainless steel food-contact parts meet export-standard hygiene requirements.
- Optional multi-channel lines: 2-, 3- or 4-channel production lines available for high-yield or mixed-nut processing.
Why Processors Choose an Automatic Nut Peeling Machine- Higher throughput: Replaces manual peeling crews and processes hundreds of kilograms per hour.
- Higher whole-kernel yield: Gentle pneumatic peeling reduces breakage compared with manual methods.
- Lower labor cost: Automation reduces reliance on seasonal manual labor.
- Export-grade consistency: Uniform peeling quality helps meet buyer grading and appearance standards.
- Hygienic dry processing: No soaking water and limited direct contact reduce contamination risk and support food-safety standards.
FAQ- Q1: What kinds of nuts can this peeling machine process? Mainly designed for cashew kernels; adjustable for red-skin peanuts, almonds and hazelnuts. Customization is available for other nut types.
- Q2: Do I need to soak cashews before peeling? No. The machine processes unsoaked (dry) cashews directly, saving time and avoiding kernel quality degradation from soaking.
- Q3: Will the kernels be damaged during peeling? Pneumatic peeling without blade contact protects kernel integrity and reduces breakage.
- Q4: Is the machine easy to clean and maintain? Yes. The simple structure and food-grade stainless steel materials enable quick cleaning and low maintenance.
- Q5: Do you provide installation and training? Installation guidance and technical support options are available; on-site service may be arranged depending on order and service terms.
Technical specifications- Production capacity: 100–1000 kg/h depending on model (FL-150, FL-300, FL-800)
- Peeling rate: typically ≥ 95% (up to ≥ 98% on larger models)
- Kernel breakage rate: < 5% (FL-150), < 3% (FL-300), < 2% (FL-800)
- Required air pressure: 0.4–0.6 Mpa (FL-150), 0.6–0.9 Mpa (FL-300), high-flow customized for FL-800
- Machine power: 0.02 KW / 220V (machine core)
- Compressor power: 7.5 KW – 55 KW (depending on model)
- Air consumption: 1.05 – 10 m³/min (depending on model)
- Food-contact material: 304 stainless steel
- Typical dimensions (L×W×H): from 640×600×1300 mm to 1500×1400×2500 mm depending on model
- Machine weight: approx. 70–450 kg depending on model
- PLC touchscreen control: optional on higher-end configurations