Precision Granulate Decorating for Chocolate, Bakery & Food Production
The BETEC Aura GVD 2x 200 is a precision granulate decorating machine designed to accurately apply dry toppings and decorative ingredients to chocolate, bakery, confectionery, and snack products. Using advanced vibration technology, the GVD delivers consistent, repeatable decoration while minimizing ingredient waste.
Whether operating as a standalone unit or integrated into an enrobing, depositing, or molding line, the GVD ensures every product receives an even, professional finish.
Ideal Applications
The Aura GVD is perfect for decorating:
- Chocolate bars
- Pralines
- Molded chocolates
- Deposited chocolates
- Cookies & biscuits
- Cakes
- Donuts
- Ice cream desserts
- Snack bars
- Bakery products
Compatible Decorative Ingredients
The GVD accurately applies a wide variety of dry ingredients, including:
- Chocolate sprinkles
- Sugar pearls
- Cocoa nibs
- Chopped nuts & bresilienne
- Salt crystals
- Cookie pieces
- Crunch toppings
- Decorative blends
- Other dry granulates
Its adjustable vibration system allows operators to process both fine and coarse materials with exceptional consistency.
Key Features
- Precision vibration technology
- Adjustable product flow control
- Infinitely variable vibration intensity
- Optional product sensor for targeted dosing
- Custom distribution channels available
- Minimal product waste
- Granulate recovery options
- Standalone or fully integrated operation
- Multiple working widths available
- Stainless steel construction
Precise, Repeatable Decoration
Unlike manual decorating methods, the Aura GVD provides controlled and highly repeatable topping application.
Operators can easily adjust:
- Granulate feed rate
- Vibration intensity
- Decoration density
- Product positioning
The result is consistent product appearance with reduced raw material consumption.
Optional Sensor-Controlled Decoration
For even greater accuracy, the Aura GVD can be equipped with product sensors that activate decoration only when products pass beneath the decorating zone.
This allows manufacturers to decorate:
- Only the front of a product
- Center sections
- Decorative stripes
- Specific product zones
Benefits include:
- Reduced ingredient waste
- More accurate decoration placement
- Improved product consistency
Custom Distribution Channels
Each GVD can be configured with custom distribution channels that match your production layout.
These channels allow decoration to be applied only where needed, making it ideal for:
- Multiple product lanes
- Specific product widths
- Custom decoration patterns
- Open or closed decorating zones
This flexibility helps reduce waste while creating attractive, repeatable product finishes.
How It Works
Dry ingredients are loaded into the stainless steel hopper where an adjustable slide controls product flow.
The granulate then moves across a vibrating tray that gently transports and distributes the topping over the product.
Because vibration intensity is continuously adjustable, the machine can accurately handle:
- Fine powders
- Light toppings
- Larger particles
- Heavy decorative inclusions
Fixed or Movable Vibrating Tray
The standard Aura GVD 2x 200 features a fixed vibrating tray for uniform product decoration.
For higher-speed production environments, the GVD 2x 200-X includes a movable vibrating tray that travels with and against product flow for even greater decorating precision.
The movable tray provides:
- Improved topping placement
- Better consistency at high speeds
- More accurate inclusion positioning
- Enhanced performance on continuous production lines
Easily Integrates Into Production Lines
The Aura GVD integrates seamlessly into:
- Chocolate enrobing lines
- Depositing systems
- Molding lines
- Bakery production lines
- Snack production equipment
It is commonly positioned after the enrober and before the cooling tunnel, allowing toppings to adhere while the chocolate coating is still wet.
Available Working Widths
The Aura GVD is available in multiple widths to match your production requirements:
- GVD 2x 200
- GVD 2x 400
- GVD 2x 600
Custom distribution channels also allow wider machines to efficiently decorate narrower production lines while supporting future production expansion.
Granulate Recovery System
To maximize efficiency, excess topping can be collected and reused.
Recovery options include:
- Collection trays
- Return conveyors
- Screening systems
- Automatic recycling back into the hopper
These systems help:
- Reduce ingredient waste
- Lower operating costs
- Improve production efficiency
- Minimize manual handling
Why Choose the BETEC Aura GVD?
The BETEC Aura GVD provides manufacturers with a reliable, highly accurate decorating solution that improves product quality while reducing material waste. Its flexible design, precise vibration technology, and easy integration make it an excellent choice for chocolate, confectionery, bakery, and snack production facilities looking to achieve consistent, professional decoration on every product.