Used Groen RA-80 80 Gallon Stainless Steel Steam Jacketed Kettle

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer: Groen
Model: RA-80
Equipment Type: Jacketed cooking and mixing kettle
Capacity: 80 gallons
Construction: 316 stainless steel
Condition: Used

Main Product Description

Used Groen Model RA-80 80-gallon jacketed stainless steel cooking and mixing kettle constructed of 316 stainless steel and equipped with a 125 psi steam jacket, single-action agitator with scrapers, and bottom-center product outlet. This agitated process kettle is designed for compatible batch cooking, heating, blending, and mixing applications where controlled steam heating and surface scraping are required. The 316 stainless steel construction makes the kettle well suited for sanitary processing environments involving compatible food, beverage, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and other liquid or semi-viscous products.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Groen
• Model: RA-80
• Condition: Used
• Equipment type: Cooking and mixing kettle
• Capacity: 80 gallons
• Construction: 316 stainless steel
• Heating method: Steam jacket
• Steam jacket pressure rating: 125 psi
• Agitator type: Single-action
• Scrapers: Included
• Discharge location: Bottom center
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Applications

• Batch cooking
• Product heating
• Mixing
• Blending
• Scraped-surface processing
• Heated agitation
• Product tempering
• Batch formulation
• Food processing
• Beverage processing
• Cosmetic processing
• Personal care manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical processing
• Sanitary process operations

Suitable Products / Materials

Actual suitability depends on viscosity, temperature, sanitation requirements, and compatibility with the 316 stainless steel construction.

• Sauces
• Soups
• Syrups
• Gravies
• Creams
• Lotions
• Gels
• Liquid food products
• Semi-viscous food products
• Cosmetic formulations
• Personal care products
• Pharmaceutical preparations
• Compatible chemical formulations
• Products requiring surface scraping during heating
• Other compatible products requiring steam-jacketed agitation

FAQs

• What is the capacity of this Groen kettle?
  The kettle has an 80-gallon capacity.
• What model is this unit?
  The unit is a Groen Model RA-80.
• What is the kettle constructed from?
  The supplied information identifies the kettle as constructed of 316 stainless steel.
• What is the steam jacket rated for?
  The steam jacket is rated for 125 psi.
• What type of agitator is included?
  The kettle has a single-action agitator equipped with scrapers.
• Are the scrapers included?
  Yes. The supplied information states that scrapers are included.
• Where is the discharge located?
  The kettle has a bottom-center outlet for product discharge.
• Why are scrapers useful in a cooking kettle?
  Scrapers help move product along the heated vessel surface, supporting heat transfer and reducing product buildup in compatible applications.
• What products can be processed in this kettle?
  The unit is suitable for compatible products requiring batch heating, mixing, blending, and surface scraping, subject to viscosity, temperature, sanitary, and material compatibility requirements.
• Can Aaron Equipment help determine whether this Groen kettle is right for my process?
  Yes. Aaron Equipment can help review batch size, product viscosity, heating requirements, steam availability, agitation needs, discharge requirements, and sanitary requirements to help determine whether this kettle is suitable.
• Can Aaron Equipment help with shipping?
  Yes. Aaron Equipment can assist with freight and logistics. Shipping requirements will depend on the kettle dimensions, weight, destination, and receiving conditions.