Food processing typically involves a series of organized tasks such as size reduction, mixing, drying, separation, freezing, refrigeration, extrusion, extraction, thermal and non-thermal processes and pressure processing. To ensure product quality, food processing and manufacturing methods must be carefully planned, with the right equipment selected to have a significant impact on the final product quality.

Choosing the equipment with high durability and accuracy are suggested. Key considerations to include, the processing capacity, material containment, mechanical strength, operational efficiency, and energy usage during processing. Environmental considerations and sustainability have become the new standard when selecting equipment.