In June 2025, Taizy Machinery successfully delivered a complete 200kg/h cashew nut processing line to a processing facility in Conakry, Guinea.
This turnkey solution includes nine specialized machines covering the complete cashew processing workflow—from raw nut sorting to final vacuum packaging.
The project significantly improved the client’s processing capacity and enabled the facility to produce export-grade cashew kernels for both domestic and international markets.
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Client Background
The customer operates a cashew processing plant near Conakry, the capital and major commercial center of Guinea.
As part of the West African cashew supply chain, the company planned to establish a fully integrated local processing facility instead of exporting raw cashew nuts overseas.
The project aimed to achieve:
- Higher product value through local processing
- Better quality control
- Reduced export logistics costs
- Increased access to European and Asian markets
- More local employment opportunities
Before purchasing the equipment, the factory mainly depended on manual shelling and peeling operations, which limited production efficiency and created safety risks.
Client Challenges
Corrosive Cashew Shell Handling
Cashew shells contain CNSL (Cashew Nut Shell Liquid), which can cause skin irritation and equipment corrosion during manual processing.
Low Processing Capacity
Manual processing limited production to approximately 50–80 kg of raw cashews per day.
Inconsistent Kernel Quality
Traditional processing methods resulted in high kernel breakage rates and unstable peeling quality
Moisture Control Problems
The customer required accurate drying equipment capable of reducing kernel moisture content to export standards.
High Labor Dependency
Manual shelling and peeling required intensive labor and made production difficult to standardize.
Export Food Safety Requirements
The client needed food-grade equipment suitable for HACCP-based food processing operations.
Taizy Solution: Integrated Cashew Nut Processing Line
Taizy designed a customized cashew processing solution according to the customer’s production targets and factory layout.
The complete processing line includes:
- Cashew sorting machine
- Cashew steaming machine
- Cashew shelling machine
- Shell and kernel separator
- Cashew kernel drying machine
- Cashew peeling machine
- Air compressor
- Cashew kernel sorting machine
- Vacuum packing machine
This integrated configuration ensures stable product flow and minimizes kernel damage during processing.
Main Equipment Specifications
Notes: Taizy is a subsidiary of Shuliy, and these machines are manufactured with the Shuliy logo.
Cashew Sorting Machine
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SL-15000 |
| Capacity | 400–500 kg/h |
| Power | 1.1 kW |
| Dimensions | 3600 × 900 × 1600 mm |
| Weight | 450 kg |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
Cashew Steaming Machine
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SL-5800 |
| Capacity | 200 kg/h |
| Power | 24 kW |
| Steam Time | 20–30 min/batch |
| Tray Quantity | 24 pcs |
| Heating Method | Electric / Gas |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
Cashew Shelling Machine
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SL-18000 |
| Capacity | 200–260 kg/h |
| Shell Opening Rate | 90–95% |
| Broken Rate | Less than 5–10% |
| Motor Power | 1.5 kW |
| Voltage | 380V, 50Hz, 3-phase |
Cashew Shell & Kernel Separator
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SL-6800 |
| Capacity | 500 kg/h |
| Power | 0.75 kW |
| Weight | 230 kg |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
Cashew Kernel Drying Machine
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SL-28000 |
| Capacity | 400 kg/batch |
| Heating Options | Electric / Gas / Steam |
| Tray Quantity | 240 pcs |
| Fan Power | 4 × 0.55 kW |
| Material | Stainless Steel + Carbon Steel |
Cashew Peeling Machine
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SL-300 |
| Capacity | 200–300 kg/h |
| Power | 200 W |
| Material | 304 Stainless Steel |
| Dimensions | 740 × 750 × 1510 mm |
Air Compressor
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Power | 7.5 kW |
| Exhaust Volume | 1.0 m³/min |
Cashew Kernel Sorting Machine
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SL-13000 |
| Power | 0.75 kW |
| Weight | 300 kg |
| Material | Stainless Steel + Carbon Steel |
Vacuum Packing Machine
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SL-600/2SD |
| Vacuum Pump Power | 2.25 kW |
| Sealing Power | 1.17 kW |
| Vacuum Pump Capacity | 40 m³/h |
| Chamber Size | 660 × 530 × 160 mm |
| Weight | 180 kg |
After-Sales Support
Taizy provided complete technical and maintenance support for the Guinea project.
Technical Support
- Remote troubleshooting support
- Spare parts supply for West Africa
- Process optimization assistance
Training Materials
- French and English operation manuals
- Preventive maintenance schedules
- Export quality control guidance
Warranty Service
- 12-month warranty for mechanical and electrical components
- Lifetime technical consultation support
Conclusion
The successful installation of this cashew nut processing line in Guinea demonstrates Taizy Machinery’s ability to provide complete industrial processing solutions for the global nut industry.
By combining automated shelling, drying, peeling, sorting, and packaging technologies, the project helped the customer improve production efficiency, product quality, food safety compliance, and export competitiveness.
Taizy continues to provide customized cashew processing equipment and technical solutions for customers worldwide.
