Industrial Tilting Steam-Jacketed Agitated Kettle System
DAG Asset ID: AKDI-KTL-0001
DAG Certificate ID: DAG-2026-00042

Manufacturer: Not Identified (No nameplate observed)
Model: Not Identified
Serial Number: Not Identified
Year: Not Identified
Asset Type: Processing Equipment – Steam-Jacketed Tilting Kettle System

Asset Overview
The Industrial Tilting Steam-Jacketed Agitated Kettle System is a large-capacity, stainless steel processing vessel designed for batch cooking and blending of food products within a commercial manufacturing environment. The system integrates steam-jacketed heating, mechanical agitation, and hydraulic tilting functionality, enabling efficient cooking, mixing, and discharge of high-viscosity and particulate products.

The unit is configured as a platform-mounted system with operator access stairs and integrated controls, supporting safe and controlled operation at industrial production scale. This type of system is commonly utilized in high-volume food processing operations for preparation of sauces, fillings, soups, and prepared meal components.

Technical Specifications
Configuration: Steam-jacketed hemispherical kettle with hydraulic tilting mechanism
Capacity: Estimated large-capacity industrial kettle (exact volume not marked; visually consistent with 200–400+ gallon class)

Machine Configuration:
Hydraulic tilt system for controlled discharge
Integrated agitation system (top-mounted drive assembly)
Steam jacket heating system with associated piping
Operator platform with access stairs
Discharge outlet and transfer interface
Integrated control panel

Construction: Stainless steel, food-grade contact surfaces

Control System:
Integrated control panel for kettle operation
Controls for tilt, agitation, and heating functions
Industrial electrical enclosure with operator interface

Functional Description
Ingredients are loaded into the kettle vessel and processed through a combination of steam-jacketed heating and mechanical agitation. The agitation system ensures uniform heat distribution and consistent product blending, making the unit suitable for viscous and particulate formulations.

Upon completion of the cooking cycle, the hydraulic tilt mechanism allows the vessel to be safely rotated forward, enabling controlled discharge of the finished product into downstream containers or processing systems. The elevated platform design provides operator access and supports efficient batch operation within the production workflow.

Condition & Verification Status
Unit observed installed within kettle room and configured for production use. Equipment appears complete with vessel, hydraulic tilt system, agitation drive housing, and control interface. No manufacturer nameplate observed at time of documentation. Configuration and construction are consistent with industrial steam-jacketed tilting kettle systems used in commercial food processing. Overall condition consistent with maintained, operational production equipment.

Use Case Applications
Large-batch sauce and gravy production
Soup and prepared meal processing
High-viscosity food product cooking
Batch blending and thermal processing
Commercial-scale food manufacturing operations

Location & Ownership
Current Location: American Kitchen Delights, Inc. (AKDI) facility – Harvey, Illinois (ZIP 60426)
Ownership: American Kitchen Delights, Inc.
Encumbrance Status: No liens or encumbrances identified based on information available at time of documentation

Valuation Reference (Non-Certified Estimate)
Fair Market Value (FMV): $75,000 – $150,000
Orderly Liquidation Value (OLV): $50,000 – $100,000
Forced Liquidation Value (FLV): $25,000 – $60,000

Values reflect large-capacity industrial kettle configuration, hydraulic tilting system, integrated agitation capability, installed condition, and strong demand for batch cooking systems in commercial food production environments.

DAG Verification Statement
This asset has been documented and recorded by DuFort Advisory Group (DAG) as part of the DAG Asset Registry system. Information presented reflects observed data, physical configuration, and functional characteristics at time of entry. Manufacturer identification was not available due to absence of a visible nameplate. This record does not constitute a warranty, guarantee, or formal appraisal, but serves as a structured verification and reference for asset identification, tracking, and financing support purposes.