MaxiFormer 2.0: Raising the Bar in Drum Forming
Crafted by many, perfected for you
Designed by experts, perfected by customers. The MaxiFormer II brings efficiency, sustainability, and precision to food processing.
Maximum value and lowest Cost of Ownership
Meet the GEA MaxiFormer II, the next step in food processing innovation. Designed with input from industry experts and customers, this advanced drum-forming machine is built to handle a wide range of food products, from poultry to plant-based options. With its improved efficiency and eco-friendly design, the MaxiFormer II delivers top-quality results while helping you save on costs and resources.
Packed with smart features like GEA SmartControl for easier operations and monitoring, it’s more than just a machine – it’s a trusted partner for your production line. And with GEA’s reliable support and proactive service, you can count on maximum uptime and long-term value.
Discover how the MaxiFormer II can transform your production process with precision, sustainability, and ease.
Crafted by many
Behind the GEA MaxiFormer II is a dedicated team of experts committed to innovation and customer success. From engineers to food technologists, every member played a vital role in creating a machine that delivers precision, efficiency, and sustainability.
Their collaboration with customers ensured the MaxiFormer II meets real-world production needs, making it easy to operate, maintain, and trust for consistent results.
Get to know the passionate professionals who brought this game-changing machine to life.
“The MaxiFormer isn’t just groundbreaking; it’s also the cleanest, most efficient drum former out there - saving up to 600,000 liters of water per machine.”
Rachit R Mathur – Product owner Forming
“Seeing customers’ faces light up when the MaxiFormer starts producing perfect products at incredible speed never gets old.”
Martin Verhoeven – Application Technologist
“Employees master the MaxiFormer’s easy handling in no time - seeing their confidence grow is the best part of my work.”
Tamara Bax - Food Application Technologist
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
Discover what's next: flexible applications
Future-proofing Food Processing
Applications:
- Suitable for a wide range of food products including cheese, spinach, pasta sauces, and pet food.
- Ideal for both traditional and plant-based product lines.
Digital innovation:
- SmartControl HMI: Enables seamless operations and cloud-based monitoring for better insights.
- Accelerated Innovation: Validate and refine your products quickly with GEA support.
