Development And Performance Evaluation Of An Automated Spiral Potato Chip Processing Machine With A Capacity Of 12 Kg/H For Small-Scale Applications

Slamet Riyadi; Wahyu Nugroho; Alfi Nugroho

doi:10.38156/jisti.v5i01.144

Slamet Riyadi Universitas Wijaya Putra
Wahyu Nugroho Universitas Wijaya Putra
Alfi Nugroho Universitas Wijaya Putra

DOI: https://doi.org/10.38156/jisti.v5i01.144

Keywords: Spiral potato chip machine, Mechanical design, FEM analysis, Transmission system, Small-scale food processing

Abstract

This study aims to design, develop, and evaluate the performance of an automated spiral potato chip machine with a capacity of 12 kg/h for small-scale industrial applications. The developed system integrates a spiral cutting mechanism, a pulley–belt transmission system, and a structural frame to ensure stable and efficient operation. The research methodology includes CAD-based design, mechanical analysis, fabrication, and performance testing under rotational speed variations of 100–300 rpm. The experimental results indicate that the machine operates optimally within the range of 200–300 rpm, achieving a production capacity close to 12 kg/h while producing relatively uniform spiral cuts. Mechanical analysis shows that the transmission system and shaft are capable of effectively transmitting power without failure. In addition, finite element method (FEM) analysis demonstrates that the maximum stress and deformation in both the machine body and transmission system remain below the material safety limits, although some critical regions exhibit safety factors below the recommended value. Overall, the developed machine improves production efficiency and product consistency compared to conventional methods. This study highlights that the integration of mechanical design, experimental evaluation, and numerical analysis can produce a reliable system for small-scale food processing applications.

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