Crafted by many, perfected for you – GEA MaxiFormer II & MaxiClean

Innovation is a team effort

The MaxiFormer II and MaxiClean are more than just machines. They’re the result of deep collaboration between engineers, application technologists, customer service, and sales. Every feature reflects real feedback, hands-on testing, and a shared passion for progress. Together, we've created something extraordinary.

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Versatility redefined

Most versatile drum former on the market

What started as a poultry-focused solution expanded into a machine that forms everything from cheese and potato to vegan food and spinach applications. Thanks to innovations like the MaxiFormer DemoDrum and customizable recipe control software, our team unlocked new possibilities for our customers.

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GEA MaxiClean | Fully automatic drum cleaning

Highest value delivered

Lowest cost of ownership

With extended uptime, exceptional weight consistency, and cleaning intervals that require significantly less water and detergent, the MaxiFormer II helps you produce more at lower cost. MaxiClean raises hygiene standards without increasing operating costs, earning our solution the “Add Better” sustainability label.

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GEA Add Better

Sustainability that works on every level

Sustainability at GEA goes beyond water and energy savings. The MaxiFormer II is engineered for minimal waste, long production runs, and smarter cleaning. It’s also intuitive to use, so teams get up to speed quickly, with less downtime and fewer errors.

Reduce waste

McCain and GEA checking products coming out MaxiFormer drum forming

GEA support & service

World-class support comes standard

Behind every MaxiFormer is a GEA team that stays with you every step of the way. From 24/7 support to on-site demos and Technology Center testing, our goal is to make your production seamless—and your investment worthwhile.

Customers often tell us they don't want to return their demo machines. That says everything.

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Crafted by many

Behind every innovation at GEA is a team of passionate experts, from engineering and software to sales, service, and food technology. Discover what drives the people who helped shape the MaxiFormer II and MaxiClean, in their own words.

"We started with poultry but discovered the MaxiFormer can do so much more. From cheese to spinach, potato to vegan."

Tobias Breuer – Area Product Sales Manager

See what the MaxiFormer can do beyond poultry

“In addition to the lowest cost of ownership and weight consistency, the MaxiFormer offers the highest level of cleanliness for our drums.”

Rachit R Mathur - Product Owner Forming

Discover how efficiency saves you more

“Customers love the MaxiFormer for its weight accuracy, long runs with minimal waste, and reduced water use.”

Marcel van den Heuvel, Senior Area Sales Manager

Form better with less waste and water

“The best part? Seeing customer reactions when the MaxiFormer starts up. Products come out sharp, straight, and fast.”

Martin Verhoeven, Application Technologist

Experience support, every step of the way

Proven results: In partnership with our customers

McCain and GEA’s sustainable drum forming innovation

McCain faced the challenge of scaling up production for cheese-based products while minimizing water usage to align with their sustainability goals. To address this, they partnered with GEA and implemented the MaxiFormer II equipped with MaxiClean technology. This advanced solution enabled extended production runs and optimized cleaning processes.

“It’s the same reliability, consistency, and sustainability that we are known for, but with the ability to make new products.”

– Peter Goossens, McCain Appetizers Europe

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