As one of the world's leading cocoa-producing countries, Cameroon continues to invest in local cocoa processing to create higher-value cocoa products. Recently, a cocoa processor in Cameroon partnered with GELGOOG to upgrade its cocoa processing plant, increasing production capacity from 200kg/h to 500kg/h while expanding its product portfolio from cocoa liquor to cocoa powder production.

Customer Background

The customer is an established cocoa processor in Cameroon with existing cocoa processing line, each capable of handling approximately 200kg/h of cocoa beans.

Previously, the factory's main product was bulk-packed cocoa liquor (cocoa paste), which was supplied to local and international food manufacturers. With increasing market demand for cocoa powder and value-added cocoa products, the customer decided to upgrade the processing facility and improve production efficiency.

Customer Requirements

• Increase cocoa bean processing capacity from 200kg/h to 500kg/h
• Improve raw material cleaning efficiency
• Enhance cocoa bean roasting performance
• Achieve higher cocoa nib purity through efficient peeling
• Prepare for future cocoa powder production
• Reduce labor costs and improve automation

After evaluating the existing production process, GELGOOG proposed a customized cocoa processing equipment solution.

Preparing for Cocoa Powder Production

Previously, the factory mainly produced cocoa liquor packed in large drums. As global demand for cocoa powder continues to grow, the customer plans to further expand into cocoa powder manufacturing. The upgraded cocoa processing plant now provides a strong foundation for future investment in:

• Cocoa liquor production
• Cocoa butter extraction
• Cocoa powder production
• Chocolate manufacturing

By improving the front-end cocoa bean processing stages, the customer can ensure higher-quality intermediate products for further processing.

Benefits of the Upgrade

Increased Production Capacity: The processing capacity is increased from approximately 200kg/h to 500kg/h, significantly improving production efficiency.

Higher Product Quality: Advanced cleaning, roasting, and peeling equipment ensures cleaner cocoa nibs and more consistent product quality.

Reduced Operating Costs: Improved automation reduces labor requirements and increases production stability.

Expanded Product Portfolio: The customer can now move beyond cocoa liquor production and enter the cocoa powder market, creating additional revenue opportunities.

Long-Term Scalability: The upgraded equipment provides a scalable platform for future expansion into cocoa butter and chocolate production.

This Cameroon cocoa processing plant upgrade demonstrates how modern cocoa processing equipment can help manufacturers increase capacity, improve product quality, and expand into higher-value cocoa products. By upgrading from 200kg/h to 500kg/h and preparing for cocoa powder production, the customer has established a stronger position in the growing global cocoa processing industry.

If you are looking for reliable cocoa processing equipment manufacturer, contact GELGOOG today for a customized cocoa processing solution.