A dedicated flaking machine for food processors, with six FO models for new production lines, capacity expansion and equipment replacement.
BellaEx FO Series mills are industrial roller flaking machines for oats, other grains and beans. A separately driven feeder delivers prepared material between two high-nickel chromium-molybdenum alloy rolls, where compression forms flakes. Hydraulic roll loading and in-operation gap adjustment allow operators to adjust flake thickness.
As a dedicated machine in your food processing line, the FO mill handles the flaking stage between material preparation and downstream drying, cooling or screening, as required. Roll size and main-drive configuration are matched to your raw material, target flakes and required throughput.
Oat and grain processors. Manufacturers producing oat flakes and other grain flakes from prepared kernels.
Breakfast cereal producers. Food manufacturers with an in-house grain-flaking stage for cereal production.
Food ingredient manufacturers. Processors making grain or bean flakes for use as ingredients in other food products.
Whether you are adding a flaking stage, increasing capacity or replacing an existing mill, BellaEx can recommend an FO model for your material and production requirements.
| Item | FO Series Specifications |
| Models | FO6060F, FO6080F, FO6080SF, FO6100F, FO6100SF, FO8100F |
| Roll sizes | 600 × 600, 600 × 800, 600 × 1000, 800 × 1000 mm |
| Reference oat throughput | 15–65 t/24 h, depending on model |
| Reference oat flake thickness | 0.40–0.50 mm |
| Core configuration | Square bearing housings, hydraulic roll loading and in-operation gap adjustment; single- or dual-motor main drives |
Throughput and thickness are reference values for oats. Throughput is expressed in metric tonnes per 24 hours; model and processing conditions apply.
FO Series mills serve oat, grain and bean flaking applications, with model selection based on your feedstock condition and target food product.
Oat flaking is a core FO application, alongside a range of other grains and beans used in food production. The mill and its configuration are selected to suit the material condition and finished-product requirements:
| Application | Materials | Processing Conditions & Uses |
| Oats | Dehulled oats; whole or cut oat groats | Oat flakes and related food ingredients; feed preparation matched to whole-groat or cut-groat products |
| Other grains | Barley, black rice and quinoa | Grain flakes for food production; configuration based on kernel size, pretreatment and target flake shape |
| Corn-based materials | Dehulled and degermed corn; puffed corn | Flaking after the required dehulling, degerming or puffing stage |
| Beans | Black beans, red beans and soybeans | Flaked food ingredients, distinct from flaking for oilseed preparation |
Share your feedstock condition and a sample of the flakes you want to produce. BellaEx will review the material, required thickness and production target to identify a suitable FO model and processing conditions.
For temperature-sensitive materials such as Sichuan peppercorns and other spices, consider the BellaEx FG Water-Cooled Flaking Mill series. FG mills feature internal roll cooling, with configuration based on the material's temperature requirements and your available cooling-water supply and return conditions.
Flake samples and operating footage help you explore FO applications for oats and other grains and compare flake characteristics for your products.
The six FO models listed here have a specified reference oat flake thickness of 0.40–0.50 mm. The rolls, hydraulic roll-loading mechanism and in-operation gap adjustment work together to set flake thickness. For other flake requirements, the configuration can be reviewed against your raw material and target product.
Thickness is one part of the product specification. Target flake shape, feedstock condition and downstream processing requirements also inform the configuration. FO model selection therefore considers your finished product, required throughput and existing production process together.
Operating footage lets you follow material through feeding, roll compression and discharge. Raw-material and finished-flake samples provide a further basis for comparing flake shape, thickness and downstream screening requirements. Trial data relates to the specific material, model and recorded test conditions.
Tell us which grain flakes you want to produce, and we will help you identify a suitable FO model.
Six FO series models combine four roll sizes with different main-drive arrangements, giving you options for your required throughput and production setup.
The FO range offers four roll sizes across six models, each with model-specific technical data. Start with the roll size suited to your required throughput, then confirm the model against your drive arrangement and site requirements.
| Model | Roll Size (mm) | Reference Oat Throughput (t/24 h) | Main Drive Motors | Drive Arrangement |
| FO6060F | 600 × 600 | 15–25 | 11 kW × 2 | Dual-motor |
| FO6080F | 600 × 800 | 30–40 | 15 kW × 2 | Dual-motor |
| FO6080SF | 600 × 800 | 30–40 | 30 kW × 1 | Single-motor |
| FO6100F | 600 × 1000 | 40–50 | 18.5 kW × 2 | Dual-motor |
| FO6100SF | 600 × 1000 | 40–50 | 37 kW × 1 | Single-motor |
| FO8100F | 800 × 1000 | 50–65 | 30 kW × 2 | Dual-motor |
Throughput figures are reference values for oats, expressed in metric tonnes per 24 hours. Your required hourly output and planned operating hours are reviewed during selection. Motor ratings shown are for the main drive only.
600 × 600 mm | FO6060F uses a dual-motor main drive and has a reference oat throughput of 15–25 t/24 h. It provides the smaller roll-size option in this range.
600 × 800 mm | FO6080F / FO6080SF both have a reference oat throughput of 30–40 t/24 h. The two models share the same roll size and offer dual- or single-motor main-drive arrangements.
600 × 1000 mm | FO6100F / FO6100SF both have a reference oat throughput of 40–50 t/24 h, offering a choice of drive arrangements for this roll size.
800 × 1000 mm | FO8100F uses rolls with an 800 mm diameter and 1,000 mm length. With a reference oat throughput of 50–65 t/24 h, it has the largest roll diameter and highest reference throughput among the models listed here.
All six FO models listed here use square bearing housings, hydraulic roll loading and a front-mounted roll-gap adjustment mechanism. A graduated adjustment dial and locking mechanism allow fine changes to the gap during flaking, giving operators a direct way to adjust flake thickness.
The six models also feature high-nickel chromium-molybdenum alloy rolls, separately driven feeding, replaceable scrapers and an enclosed machine body. Model-specific technical information is available for machine weight, overall dimensions, material specifications and electrical details.
FO mills use high-nickel chromium-molybdenum alloy rolls that undergo dynamic balancing. Roll diameter and length vary by model and form part of the core specification alongside throughput, target flake shape and the main-drive arrangement.
The rolls act directly on the material to form flakes. For your material and thickness requirements, BellaEx can recommend a configuration based on the roll size, gap-adjustment arrangement and model-specific technical data.
The feeder supplies raw material to the roll working area, while the main drive turns the rolls. Technical specifications list the feeder motor separately from the main drive and include both single- and dual-motor main-drive arrangements.
These separate functions allow feeding, drive and control requirements to be checked individually when selecting the mill and connecting it to your line. Feeding and transmission components follow the selected model; total installed power is specified in the complete electrical schedule.
FO mills have an enclosed body, ventilation grilles on both sides, front and rear access panels, and material inspection openings on both sides of the lower body. The panels provide access for cleaning, while the designated inspection openings allow material checks during production.
These features provide defined locations for routine checks, cleaning and maintenance. When planning the mill's position in your food processing plant, allow space for panel opening and maintenance access.
Stainless-steel and carbon-steel components are specified by model and position. On the FO6100F, for example, the side guards, upper and lower front and rear panels, front and rear housing, and material-contact parts use SS304 stainless-steel sheet. The remaining parts use painted carbon steel.
Where you have specific material requirements for contact areas, guards or cleaning components, BellaEx can identify the material specification for each relevant part of your selected model.
FO mills have roll scrapers to remove adhering material from the roll surfaces. The scrapers are adjustable and replaceable. Model configurations also include baffles to limit material leakage at the relevant locations.
Scrapers, access panels and inspection openings serve distinct roles in roll cleaning, internal access and material observation. Scraper requirements and maintenance clearances can be reviewed against your raw material and cleaning routine.
Yes. FO Series applications include other food grains and beans. Tell us the condition of your material before flaking and the target flake shape so we can match the model and processing conditions.
Share your raw material, target flake shape and throughput to receive an FO flaking mill configuration recommendation.
