LOCUS cashew processing facility

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About LOCUS

15+ Years Delivering Cashew & Food Processing Technology

Since 2011, LOCUS has been the trusted partner for raw cashew processors and vacuum frying entrepreneurs across India and Africa — delivering 90%+ turnkey projects with BRCGS, HACCP and ISO-qualified teams.

Specialists In Mechanized Cashew & Food Processing

  • 5 to 50 MT/Shift Turnkey Plant Capacity
  • Cashew Processing & Vacuum Frying Lines
  • BRCGS, HACCP & Food Safety Compliant

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Years of Industry Experience

60+

Our Approach

Our proven process for high-quality cashew & food processing

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Our Mission

To deliver reliable, high-automation cashew processing and vacuum frying technology that helps clients achieve export-grade quality with minimal labour.

  • 95%+ Uniform Cooking Consistency
  • 85–95% Automated Processing Lines
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Our Vision

To be the most trusted name in cashew kernel processing and vacuum-fried food technology across India and Africa — building plants that last generations.

  • 60+ Successful Turnkey Projects
  • Export-Grade Quality Standards
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Our Goals

Expand our turnkey project portfolio while upholding BRCGS, HACCP, Organic Standards and food safety compliance on every single installation.

  • BRCGS & HACCP Compliant Installations
  • Reliable After-Sales Support
Why Choose Us

Why cashew processors trust LOCUS for their plants

We prioritize full turnkey delivery, PLC automation, and food-grade material standards — ensuring every plant we build delivers export-quality cashew kernels from day one.

High Automation, Low Labour

85–95% machine-driven processing lines reduce dependence on manual labour.

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Export-Grade Output Quality

BRCGS and HACCP-compliant plants with <4% broken kernel ratio.

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Years of industry experience

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Turnkey projects delivered

Our Global Impact

60+ projects across India & Africa

From 5 MT small-scale plants to 50 MT large-scale BRCGS-certified lines, LOCUS has successfully commissioned cashew processing and vacuum frying plants across India and Africa since 2011.

  • Our Global Impact

15+

Years of Industry Experience

India & Africa Footprint

Plants commissioned across Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Africa and East Africa — with growing presence in South-East Asia.

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  • Processing Capacity
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50 MT

Maximum RCN processing capacity per shift — scalable from 5 MT to 50 MT.

Trusted By Cashew Processors Across India, Africa & Beyond

Our Expertise

Technical excellence in cashew & food processing machinery

From PLC-controlled cooking systems to vacuum frying lines, our engineering team delivers precision-built machines with SS304 food-grade contact parts and 90%+ turnkey project success.

Uniform Cooking Consistency
95%
Process Automation Level
90%
LOCUS engineering expertise
  • SS304 Food-Grade Construction
  • PLC-Controlled Systems
Our Experts

Our leadership and experts

Our leadership team brings vision, strategic direction, and deep industry knowledge to every aspect of our operations with years of experience in manufacturing.

Joseph Hall

Quality Control Manager

James Carter

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Amit Sharma

Production Coordinator

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Turnkey Plants Commissioned

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What We Do

Full spectrum cashew & vacuum frying plant solutions

We design, manufacture, install and commission complete cashew kernel processing lines and vacuum frying technology — from raw nut sorting through packing, ready for export.

  • Raw Cashew Cooking & Curing Systems
  • Shelling, Peeling & Grading Lines
  • Vacuum Frying Technology for Snacks
  • Kernel Drying, Humidification & Packing
Our Testimonials

Success stories from our industry partners

“We are in cashew processing for the last 14 years. We initially started with small capacity and used multiple machine suppliers, and then we expanded to 10 MT in 2022 and the entire project was given to LOCUS. Since then our plant has been running seamlessly and after-sales support is fantastic. We highly recommend LOCUS for cashew processing technology — they are the most advanced and reliable partners.”

Raj Nandakumar Patil

Sumanraj Agro Process, Sangli, Maharashtra

“I have a technical and industrial manufacturing background spanning the last 30 years, and LOCUS was the obvious choice for us in entering the cashew processing industry, given their technological advancement and high quality standards for machinery. We installed a 10 MT capacity plant from LOCUS, and our project is one of the best in terms of automation level. After-sales support is very satisfactory.”

Sunil Kanwade

Tukai Global Foods Pvt Ltd, Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra

“Locus supplied and installed a 50 MT capacity project for us in Ivory Coast, West Africa, in 2022. Communication was seamless, the project technology was advanced, and execution timelines were met. Even after 2 years of operation, after-sales support online is excellent. The entire team is experienced and good.”

Ashwin Patil

Pan African Agro Commodities SARL, Ivory Coast

Frequently Asked Questions

Your questions answered here

Find answers to common questions about our cashew processing plants, vacuum frying machines, plant capacities, and after-sales support.

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Get Answers

Our FAQ section covers plant capacity, turnkey scope, automation levels, food safety certifications and how to get started with LOCUS.

Contact Information

Have questions about your cashew plant or vacuum frying project? Call our engineers directly.

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Phone Number

+91 8180 8080 18

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Our Locations

Pune, Maharashtra & Belagavi, Karnataka

A LOCUS turnkey project covers everything from plant layout and civil guidance to machine fabrication, installation, commissioning, and operator training. Over 90% of our projects are delivered on a full turnkey basis.

LOCUS designs plants from 5 MT to 50 MT of Raw Cashew Nut (RCN) per shift. Each line is custom-engineered to match the client's throughput, building area, and export requirements.

Our processing lines achieve 85–95% automation through PLC-controlled cooking systems, pneumatic curing bins, auto-immersion vacuum fryers and integrated conveyor networks — requiring minimal manual intervention.

LOCUS installations are engineered to comply with BRCGS, HACCP, Organic Standards and ISO food safety requirements. Our team includes qualified food safety professionals who guide plant design for first-audit certification.