Blentech BT-28060-DS Stainless Steel Blending Cooker
DAG Asset ID: AKDI-MXR-0001
DAG Certificate ID: DAG-2026-00041
Manufacturer: Blentech Corporation
Model: BT-28060-DS
Serial Number: 2020806
Year: 2002
Asset Type: Processing Equipment – Jacketed Blending Cooker / Mixer
Asset Overview
The Blentech BT-28060-DS Stainless Steel Blending Cooker is an industrial-grade, jacketed mixing vessel designed for combined thermal processing and mechanical agitation within a commercial food manufacturing environment. The system is engineered to perform controlled cooking and blending of viscous and particulate food products, including sauces, fillings, and prepared meal components.
The unit integrates a horizontal mixing vessel with a steam-jacketed heating system, allowing for consistent temperature control while maintaining uniform product consistency through internal agitation. This configuration supports batch processing operations requiring simultaneous mixing and cooking.
Technical Specifications
Maximum Allowable Working Pressure (MAWP): 90 PSIG
Maximum Temperature Rating: 332°F @ 90 PSIG
Minimum Design Metal Temperature (MDMT): -20°F @ 90 PSIG
National Board Number: 307
Machine Configuration:
Horizontal jacketed vessel with internal agitation system
Steam jacketed heating configuration
Top-mounted access ports for ingredient loading and processing
Discharge system for batch transfer
Integrated drive system with electric motor and gearbox
Pneumatic-assisted components (lid and/or discharge mechanisms)
Mounted on stainless steel frame
Construction: Stainless steel, food-grade contact surfaces
Control System:
Allen-Bradley PanelView 550 HMI interface
Integrated control panel with:
Cooker control
Mixing (agitation) control
Discharge control
Cover open/close controls
Start/Stop pushbuttons
Emergency stop (E-Stop) safety function
Functional Description
Ingredients are introduced into the vessel through top access ports. The internal agitation system mechanically blends the product while heat is applied through the steam jacket, allowing for controlled cooking and uniform heat distribution. The system supports batch processing of high-viscosity and particulate products, ensuring consistent texture and product quality.
Upon completion of the cooking cycle, the product is discharged through the outlet system for transfer to downstream processing or packaging operations. The integrated control panel allows operators to manage mixing, heating, and discharge functions within a controlled production environment.
Condition & Verification Status
Unit observed installed within facility and configured for production use. Manufacturer nameplate verified confirming model, serial number, pressure ratings, and National Board registration. Control system (Allen-Bradley PanelView interface) observed and integrated. Equipment configuration is consistent with Blentech BT-series blending cookers. Overall condition consistent with maintained industrial food processing equipment in active service.
Use Case Applications
Sauce and gravy production
Prepared meal components
Protein and starch-based blends
High-viscosity food processing
Batch cooking and mixing 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): $55,000 – $110,000
Orderly Liquidation Value (OLV): $35,000 – $75,000
Forced Liquidation Value (FLV): $20,000 – $45,000
Values reflect Blentech brand recognition, pressure-rated vessel construction, integrated mixing and cooking capability, installed operational condition, and secondary market demand for industrial blending cookers.
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, manufacturer identification, and physical configuration at time of entry. 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.
