Save Gas, Time, and Improve Nixtamalization Quality
The corn cooking process is fundamental in producing nixtamalized masa for tortillas, tamales, and other traditional products. For years, tortillerías have relied on traditional pailas, but with technological advancements, ALITECH reactors have revolutionized nixtamalization, allowing businesses to save gas, reduce cooking times, and improve nixtamal quality.
If you still use traditional methods to cook corn, this article will help you compare the advantages and disadvantages of both methods so you can make the best decision for your business. 🌽🔥🚀
1. Cooking Time: Save Hours of Production ⏳🔥
🔴 Traditional Method (Paila)
Cooking Time: 6 to 8 hours.
Requires constant supervision to prevent overcooking.
Less efficient process, leading to variations in quality between batches.
🟢 ALITECH Reactors
Cooking time reduced to just 2.5 hours.
Better temperature control for uniform cooking.
Continuous production with no delays or quality loss.
💡 Conclusion: With ALITECH reactors, you can produce more in less time, meeting higher demand without sacrificing quality.
2. Gas Consumption: Save Up to 40% 💰🔥
Gas is one of the largest operational costs in the nixtamalization process. If gas usage is not managed efficiently, it can cause unnecessary expenses.
🔴 Traditional Method (Paila)
High gas consumption due to low thermal efficiency.
Heat loss due to lack of thermal insulation in the paila.
Higher operational costs, increasing monthly expenses.
🟢 ALITECH Reactors
Save up to 40% on gas thanks to optimized thermal design.
Less heat loss, maintaining a uniform cooking process.
Higher profitability by reducing operational costs.
💡 Conclusion: ALITECH reactors help you save gas and money while keeping your nixtamalization process efficient and sustainable.
3. Nixtamal Quality: More Nutrients, Better Texture 🌽✨
The nixtamalization process directly influences masa quality, which in turn affects the final product.
🔴 Traditional Method (Paila)
Inconsistent cooking affects masa texture.
Loss of nutrients due to excess water use.
Inconsistent masa quality, impacting flavor and tortilla flexibility.
🟢 ALITECH Reactors
Uniform cooking, guaranteeing a perfect texture.
Preserves up to 95% of corn’s nutrients.
Homogeneous, high-quality masa for softer, more flexible tortillas.
💡 Conclusion: Nixtamalization with ALITECH reactors ensures that nutrients are preserved and that masa is of higher quality.
4. Reduce Corn Waste 🌾❌
Corn waste is a major economic loss for tortillerías.
🔴 Traditional Method (Paila)
More corn waste due to overcooking or excessive drainage.
Higher solid waste, reducing process efficiency.
Lower masa yield per kg of corn.
🟢 ALITECH Reactors
Less solid waste, maximizing every corn kernel.
Higher corn utilization, yielding up to 2.2 kg of masa per kg of cooked corn.
More efficient and profitable process.
💡 Conclusion: With ALITECH, corn waste is reduced, and nixtamalized masa production is maximized.
5. Sustainability and Reduced Environmental Impact 🌱💚
The tortilla industry is increasingly seeking sustainable alternatives to reduce environmental impact.
🔴 Traditional Method (Paila)
Higher gas and water consumption.
More solid waste production.
Larger carbon footprint due to inefficient processes.
🟢 ALITECH Reactors
Lower resource consumption.
Less water and corn waste.
Optimized technology for a more eco-friendly production.
💡 Conclusion: Modernizing your production with ALITECH not only saves costs but also reduces your business’s environmental impact.
Conclusion: Modernize Your Tortillería with ALITECH and Save More 🔥🌽
If you want to increase production, reduce costs, and guarantee quality, the best decision is to modernize your business with ALITECH reactors.
Save up to 40% on gas and energy.
Reduce cooking time to just 2.5 hours.
Higher-quality masa with greater yield per kg of corn.
Less corn waste and a more sustainable process.
At Nextamalli, we are ready to help you optimize your production with cutting-edge technology.
💡 Ready to take the next step? Contact us today and transform your business! 🚀✨
