Design and development of a semi-automatic strawberry jam processing machine for local farmers at la trinidad, benguet/ Kenneth B. Dela Peña, Bryll Cristian Jyrmyn R. Hernando, Geraldine D. Reyes, Daryll L. Salvador, and Richard Lindion S. Tingcang.--

Bachelor's thesis

College Of Engineering.--
Bachelor of science in mechanical engineering: Technological University of the Philippines,
2025.

Includes bibliographic references and index.

This study aims to design and develop a semi-automatic strawberry jam processing
machine to improve efficiency, consistency, and product quality in the jam production

operations of Andap Farms in La Trinidad, Benguet. Addressing the challenges of labor-
intensive and inconsistent manual jam-making methods, the study focused on creating a

compact machine that integrates the essential processes of crushing, cooking, mixing, and
dispensing into a unified system suitable for small-scale farmers.
A mixed-method approach was employed within the framework of developmental
research, which involves the systematic design, implementation, and evaluation of
technological innovations to ensure construct validity and operational efficiency. Data were
gathered through direct consultations with local strawberry farmers in Barangay Puguis, La
Trinidad, Benguet. The machine's performance was observed and analyzed based on functional
output, processing time, product consistency, and ease of use.
The findings revealed that the developed machine successfully processed 10 kilograms
of strawberries per batch, producing an average of 28 jars of 350 mL strawberry jam within a
target time of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Fabricated using food-grade materials and
equipped with an induction heating system, anchor-type mixer, and manual crusher, the
machine met the desired quality and operational standards. Comparative evaluations showed
improved efficiency, reduced labor input, and consistent product quality over traditional
methods.