Food Processing

Pasta Making Unit

This business involves the production of pasta using an extrusion process. The unit uses raw materials like semolina and flour to manufacture various shapes of pasta, which are then dried and packaged for the market.

Project cost & finance

Cost of Project

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Plant & Machinery9.44
Furniture & Fixtures0.7
Working Capital10
Total20.14

Means of Finance

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Own Contribution5.04
Term Loan7.61
Working Capital Loan7.5
Total20.14

Raw materials & machinery

Machinery & equipment6

Raw materials1

Manufacturing process

  1. Pour semolina into the hopper.
  2. Feed semolina into the online mixer and add water.
  3. Mix the batter for 15-20 minutes while maintaining temperature.
  4. Pour the mixture into the pasta extruder.
  5. Shape the pasta using moulds and feed into the vibro feeder.
  6. Dry the pasta using a static dryer and proceed to packaging.

Market

The demand for pasta is growing in India due to shifting consumer preferences towards ready-to-eat foods, rising urbanization, and the popularity of Italian cuisine. The product benefits from a longer shelf life and ease of preparation.

From the project report