An Eye-popping Heating Solution From Tutco

TUTCO Heating Solutions Group found itself at the forefront of innovation when a customer, grappling with a challenge in the design of their large popcorn kettles, turned to us for a solution. The challenge lay in the intricate arrangement of multiple cast ring heaters within the kettles used in their popcorn production which, while effective, lacked the uniformity required for optimal popcorn popping. Seeking an alternative that could offer both versatility and efficiency, the customer approached TUTCO for a heating solution designed specifically for their application.

TUTCO engineers developed a solution that would surpass the limitations of conventional cast heaters with the wedge-shaped HT Mica Strip heater, a unique heater tailored to meet the customer’s exact specifications. This innovative heater boasted a design meticulously crafted to cover a substantial portion of the kettle’s bottom surface, strategically dividing the heating element into six distinct segments. By doing so, TUTCO ensured that heat distribution was not only uniform but also optimized for the task at. The implementation of this heater offered unparalleled efficiency and consistency in heat distribution. As a result, the customer experienced a dramatic improvement in their popcorn production process, with each kernel receiving the precise amount of heat needed. 

Innovation, coupled with a relentless commitment to customer satisfaction, allows TUTCO to solve even the most complex heating challenges. The wedge-shaped HT Mica Strip heater used in this popcorn kettle application is just one more example of TUTCO thinking outside the box.