A Jacketed Pot is one of the most versatile and essential pieces of processing equipment for food, cosmetics, and chemical manufacturing. At SME Machinery, we offer high-quality stainless steel jacketed pots designed for precise heating, mixing, and cooking applications — perfect for sauces, creams, lotions, jams, gels, and detergents.
Whether you’re running a small production line or scaling up to industrial capacity, our electric or steam-heated jacketed pots provide the consistency and control you need for professional results.
🛠️ What is a Jacketed Pot?
A Jacketed Pot (also known as a jacketed cooking kettle) is a stainless steel tank with a double layer, where the outer jacket holds oil, water, or steam for uniform heating. This design prevents product burning or uneven temperature while maintaining hygiene and energy efficiency.
Jacketed pots are commonly used for melting, cooking, mixing, and heating viscous or temperature-sensitive materials.
✅ Applications of Jacketed Pots
- Food Industry: Sauces, soups, gravies, jams, syrups, atchar, and chutneys
- Cosmetics: Creams, lotions, conditioners, waxes, gels, and scrubs
- Chemical Industry: Detergents, liquid soaps, cleaners, and pastes
- Pharmaceuticals: Herbal extracts, ointments, and suspensions
⚙️ Key Features
- Food-Grade Stainless Steel Construction – Durable, corrosion-resistant, and easy to clean
- Even Heating – Double-layer design ensures consistent temperature
- Temperature Control – Options for electric, gas, or steam heating
- Tilting or Fixed Design – For easy discharge and cleaning
- Custom Sizes – Available from 70L to 1000L capacity
🔑 Benefits of a Jacketed Pot
- Uniform heating without direct flame contact
- Prevents product scorching or sticking
- Safe and hygienic for edible and cosmetic use
- Suitable for small-scale and industrial production
- Long service life and easy operation
💡 Popular Jacketed Pot Sizes
| Capacity | Typical Use | Starting Price (ZAR) |
|---|---|---|
| 70L | Lab scale / R&D | R28,000 |
| 135L | Small-scale food processing | R30,000 |
| 225L | Medium production | R40,000 |
| 300L | Growing manufacturers | R65,000 |
| 500L | Industrial scale | R81,000 |
| 1000L | Large factory use | Custom quote |
🧠 Why Choose SME Machinery?
At SME Machinery, we supply affordable and high-quality jacketed pots made for South African businesses. Each pot is:
- Built for durability and hygiene
- Compliant with food-grade standards
- Available with optional mixers or agitation systems
- Supported by local maintenance and after-sales service
Whether you’re producing sauces, body creams, or cleaning products, our jacketed pots are designed to meet your needs efficiently.
🚀 Get Started with SME Machinery
Looking for a jacketed pot in South Africa?
SME Machinery offers affordable solutions for startups and established manufacturers. From 70L lab-scale units to 1000L industrial kettles, we have the right system for your production goals.