Weight and Shape Standardization in Meatball and Hamburger Production with a Hamburger Forming Machine
- Kerem Genişel
- Dec 31, 2025
- 2 min read
In professional food production, quality is determined not only by the raw materials used but also by ensuring that each product is produced with the same weight and shape every time. For this reason, the use of a meatball forming machine and a hamburger forming machine offers significant advantages compared to manual production.
For butchers, restaurants, and industrial food producers, standardization is a key factor in cost control, production efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Problems Encountered in Manual Production
When meatballs and hamburgers are shaped manually, the following issues commonly occur:
Inconsistent product weight
Uneven cooking times
Increased waste rates
Irregular product appearance
The main reason for these problems is the absence of a meatball forming machine or a hamburger forming machine in the production process.
Weight Control with a Meatball Forming Machine
A professional meatball forming machine ensures that each meatball is produced with the same weight and shape. This provides several advantages:
Optimized raw material usage
Reduced waste
Consistent product quality
Especially in high-volume production, using a meatball forming machine directly increases operational profitability.
Standard Product Quality with a Hamburger Forming Machine
In hamburger production, differences in weight and thickness negatively affect cooking quality. A hamburger forming machine ensures uniform diameter and thickness for every patty, which:
Balances cooking times
Improves product presentation
Increases speed in mass production
For this reason, the hamburger forming machine has become an essential piece of equipment in professional kitchens.

Advantages of Compressor-Free Meatball and Hamburger Forming Machines
The meatball forming machines and hamburger forming machines manufactured by Altunmak operate with a compressor-free system. This system:
Creates a quieter working environment
Reduces energy consumption
Minimizes maintenance requirements
The compressor-free design provides a major advantage for long-term and stable production.
Hygienic Production with Stainless Steel Construction
In food production, both the meatball forming machine and the hamburger forming machine must be made of stainless steel. Stainless steel construction:
Enhances hygiene standards
Allows easy cleaning
Extends machine lifespan
Altunmak machines are manufactured in full compliance with these requirements.
Transition to Professional Production with Altunmak
With many years of experience, Altuntaş (Altunmak) provides reliable solutions in meatball forming machines and hamburger forming machines. Featuring compressor-free, quiet operation and stainless steel construction, these machines help businesses maintain consistent production quality.
Conclusion
In meatball and hamburger production, weight and shape standardization is not an option but a necessity. Using a professional meatball forming machine and hamburger forming machine reduces costs, improves quality, and strengthens brand perception.
With Altunmak solutions, standardization, hygiene, and efficiency are achieved together in production.









