3. Implementation

Depending on the formulation, the various manufacturing processes involve a whole series of unit operations such as: raw material reception/handling/weighing and dosing/mixing/pre-packaging/extrusion-cooking/coextrusion/forming/syrup coating/drying/tempering/cooling. They require various basic equipment, to which optional equipment can be added, such as a product color change system, a cream dispenser for products filled with fruit, cream, or chocolate, and a sealing machine for cushion-type formats (figures 4 , 5 , and