How It's Made Pringles

Potato Chip Production Process

This section details the intricate process of producing potato chips, from mixing the ingredients to packaging the final product.

Mixing and Shaping Process

• The production starts with a mix of one-third water to two-thirds potato flakes with cornstarch added.

• The mixture is then dispersed using four tons of pressure and rolled into a long potato sheet.

• Oval shapes are punched out using a rotary cutter, leaving flat uncooked chips.

Frying and Seasoning

• The cut chips enter a fryer where rolling moulds give them a concave shape for easy stacking.

• After spending 11 seconds frying in hot oil to achieve crispiness, excess oil is removed by blowers.

Packaging Process

• Chips receive a coat of seasoning before being conveyed onto another belt for inspection and stacking adjustment.