22%
Reduced energy consumption
18%
Reduced baking time
BACKGROUND
Thermal performance of the baking oven is critical to ensure uniform baking, proper crust formation, soft texture inside and energy efficiency.
CHALLENGE
- Non-uniform temperature distribution inside the baking chamber causing inconsistent baking
- High energy consumption due to inefficient heat utilization and heat loss
- Hot spots & over-baking at some locations while under-baking at others
- Longer baking time affecting productivity
- Need for optimal airflow and proper insulation to maintain consistent temperature and reduce losses
APPROACH
- Developed the oven’s 3D CAD model
- Performed CFD analysis for airflow and heat transfer
- Conducted thermal analysis for steady state and transient conditions
- Evaluated different heater positions, airflow rates and insulation thickness
- Optimized design based on temperature uniformity and energy efficiency