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JBT Corporation has announced the launch of an electric version of its Stein TwinDrum Spiral Oven, as it looks to help customers become more eco-friendly. The TwinDrum Spiral Oven is the latest spiral oven cooking technology from JBT, and includes the addition of a uniform temperature and roasting capabilities via an efficient two-zone spiral system. The oven’s design enables processors to increase their processing capabilities compared with existing ovens, and at the same time ensures consistent cooking of food items by uniformly distributing the hot airflow across all levels. The new electric version allows customers to forgo gas- and oil-based heating systems by plugging directly into the grid, offering a "new way to heat". The electric oven contains a fixed heater, so it can be easily accessed for cleaning and maintenance. Meanwhile, electric heating gives processors the option of using renewable energy sources. The electric TwinDrum Spiral Oven also includes proportional control for the heating elements to achieve more accurate temperature and energy control. “Through the electric TwinDrum, we are offering a new way to heat. We come in contact with a lot of new food producers in the world wanting to cook and fry alternative proteins, but often, for these small-scale start-up producers, investing in a thermal fluid system can be quite expensive. Having an electrically heated fryer and oven is a good and more affordable alternative for this group," said Stefan Paulsson, JBT’s director of value stream and global product line.