NDT’s MCV Handles All Cheese Types
In the fast-moving world of dairy production, flexibility has become the ultimate advantage. Producers need equipment that can adapt to changing market demands without slowing production or requiring multiple specialised systems. With the MCV Multi-Cheese Vat, NDT has created a single solution that does it all — one vat capable of producing every type of cheese, from soft and fresh to firm and aged.
Whether it’s feta, halloumi, cottage, or traditional yellow cheese, the MCV makes it possible to handle them all with ease. Its multi-cheese flexibility means dairies can switch seamlessly between different cheese styles using the same vat — eliminating the need for multiple dedicated units. The secret lies in its quick-change knife sets, which allow easy adjustment of curd size and shape, from small 10 mm cubes to larger rectangular cuts.
As featured in International Dairy’s coverage, the MCV Multi-Cheese Vat is designed to adapt to the producer, not the other way around. It’s a modular system built for change.
Introducing this reconfigurable design, Jon Fosse, Director of NDT, explains:
“The MCV Multi Cheese Vat is one cheese vat for all types of cheeses.
It means you can use it for feta or any other variety. The only detail is to fit the cutting dimensions, which you can choose freely from 10 mm and up — in squares or rectangular formats.
If you use the vat for different types of cheeses with different cutting distances, the cutting gear simply needs to be exchanged. You can have different sets of cutting gear.”
That flexible knife and gear system lies at the heart of the MCV’s versatility. By swapping knife sets, dairies can move effortlessly from one product to another, saving both time and space on the production floor. NDT have been sharing product footage and technical updates on their social media channels, offering deeper insight into how the system works in practice.
Beyond its mechanical design, the MCV stands out for its precision. Its advanced control system allows operators to fine-tune every stage of the process — from filling and stirring to cutting and discharging — all while maintaining consistent temperature profiles and delta T control. Recipes can be stored, recalled, and adjusted easily, giving producers complete command of the process no matter the cheese type or batch size.
Available in capacities from 4,000 to 22,000 litres, the MCV is suitable for both specialty producers and large-scale dairies. A plug-in control unit simplifies setup and maintenance, while next-generation automation ensures stable, repeatable performance across every production run.
For many dairies, running separate vats for different cheese styles means more equipment, more maintenance, and more cost. The MCV simplifies production by combining multi-product capability into a single platform. The result is a more compact, more flexible plant layout that makes it easier to respond to market demand — whether that means expanding into new varieties or experimenting with plant-based alternatives.
Every detail of the MCV has been designed with the future in mind. Its modular hardware and intelligent control software mean the same vat that produces today’s feta or cheddar can just as easily handle tomorrow’s trends.
NDT’s MCV Multi-Cheese Vat redefines what’s possible in modern cheese-making — one vat, all cheeses, zero compromise.