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Cocoa Competence Center CFIA, Abidjan

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With the small-scale cocoa processing plant, gain access to the latest technologies in our center that is dedicated to first class training, recipe development and optimization, and process improvement.

We cover the whole process: hulling, alkalizing, roasting, grinding and pressing. Our technologist and process engineer will accompany you in your training and development with help that is tailored to your specific needs. Gain exclusive access to our equipment, test and develop your recipes without shutting down your plant, and train your employees with lots of interaction and case studies for maximum retention. Our experts are also available for technical assistance and training at your plant.

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Facts about this location

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cocoa processing training center
Leading the way to industrialization and processing in countries of origin; we are the only training center dedicated to cocoa processing in Africa.
32
training modules developed
We cover the whole cocoa transformation process up to the production of production cocoa liquor, press cake and cocoa butter with technology, operations and maintenance.
20 kg/hr
average throughput for cocoa processing lines
Perfect for multiplying trials for your recipe development and for testing operational scenarios for process optimization and training.

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Meet our experts and masters of cocoa processing

Head of Customer Service & CFIA

Kevin Katy

Kevin’s primary area of expertise is cocoa processing. He teaches all levels of cocoa processing, including on-site courses. He also conducts cocoa processing plant assessments, commissioning, recipe development and process improvement. Kevin started his career in cocoa processing in 2002. He worked in various roles such as research and development, quality assurance and production for the major cocoa processors in Côte d’Ivoire. He joined Bühler in 2018.

Senior Service Engineer

Nathan Lezou

Nathan joined Bühler in 2014 after several years spent as a maintenance and technical manager in various cocoa processing companies. Nathan is a mechanical engineer by trade and graduated from the “Institut National Polytechnique – Houphouët-Boigny de Yamoussoukro (Inp-HB)”. During his time at Bühler, Nathan contributed to the commissioning of several cocoa processing plants. He is currently a senior service engineer supporting our Consumer Foods customers in West and Central Africa.

Services and training

Our services and training are designed to keep you up to date on products and technologies, giving you the confidence and experience you need. Are you interested in learning about cocoa processing, want to become an expert or start a trial with our equipment? Get in touch with us so we can arrange an appointment and welcome you to our Cocoa Competence Center CFIA in Abidjan.

Cocoa and chocolate at their best

The cocoa fruit grows around the equator, on African plantations and in exotic Asian climes. Our technology allows you to take this unique crop and create the myriad flavors, aromas, textures and end products loved by so many.

How to find us

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Contact our expert

Head of Customer Service & CFIA

Kevin Katy


cfia@buhlergroup.com

Rue Paul Langevin, Lot 443-445 – Marcory, Zone 4C
25 BP 151 Abidjan 26
Abidjan
Côte d’Ivoire