A method is provided for automatically and continuously producing chewing gum base. A system controller (316) receives inputs of parameters necessary for production. Ingredients are automatically and continuously fed and mixed to form a desired end product. The system is continuously monitored with the appropriate sensing devices (344,352,358,362,342,331,335). Signals indicative of the sensed conditions are sent to the controller (316), and the system (301) automatically adjusts to produce a consistent end product. An alarm (336) is activated upon sensing of a predetermined condition.
