A Meat Slicer Is A Meat Slicer…Right?

Last updated on May 13th, 2024 at 12:51 pm

Talking to a customer the other day that needed a slicer and asked what he was going to slice he thought that was a odd question. He said “A slicer is a slicer! Right?”.

There are many questions that need answers to properly size a slicer. The two items in any kitchen you do not want to under size is an ice machine and a slicer. If you are going to slice lunch meat, onions, tomatoes etc.. you can get by with a belt driven unit. Slicers are rated for how many total hours per day they will be used. It goes from one hour such as the globe model C9 which is for light duty, use up to two hours per day such as the globe model G12 ,G12A.
You also should look at the horsepower of the motor and the diameter of the blade.

If you want to be safe and not worry about what you will be slicing then consider the model S13, SG13-05 or SG13 which are all heavy duty rated slicers. These units are suitable for deli operation since they are rated for all day slicing of both meats and cheeses. Of course once you are done slicing you need to make sure you weigh the product out correctly. If you are selling to the public by the ounce or by the pound you have to use a scale that is legal for trade, such as the Globe model GSP30B which is a label printing scale. This scale will have to be certified by the state weights and measure board. You can not use a regular scale if you are selling to the public by the measured amount. If you just need to weigh 4 ounces of meat or three ounces of cheese, then you can use a basic portion scale. So remember, keep in mind how much and how often you are slicing!

For more information on all your slicing needs visit us at burkett.com or reach out to one of our trusted sales reps.