Fixed bowl vertical mixer for bakery and pastry

Optimize dough quality and consistency with a versatile vertical mixer that ensures homogenous kneading and reduced heat generation, supporting artisanal and industrial bakery applications. Perfect for bread and pastry production where precision and repeatability are key.

Mixes and Kneads Dough Efficiently

The SPI 53, SPI 63, and Genius from VMI are fixed-bowl vertical spiral mixers designed to cater to the intricate needs of artisan bakers and the bakery industry. These mixers offer distinctive features including rapid dough kneading with minimal heat production, ensuring superior consistency and texture for a wide range of bread and pastry products, such as baguettes, ciabatta, and croissants. With a capacity suitable for both small and large batch productions, they integrate a unique spiral tool that enhances dough penetration and homogenization. The machines feature intuitive touch interfaces for recipe programming, promoting ease of operation and reducing manual intervention. Genius models incorporate double transmission systems, ideal for handling stiff dough and high-hydration recipes with precision. Designed for optimal ergonomics, the mixers incorporate integrated water inlets for effortless addition of liquids and simplified cleaning. VMI spiral mixers comply with European safety standards, offering a robust solution with optional customization for diverse production requirements.

Benefits

  • Enhances dough quality with efficient kneading process, reducing heat generation.
  • Improves operational efficiency with programmable touch interface and recipe storage.
  • Facilitates versatility in small to medium batch productions, adapting to diverse recipes.
  • Meets European safety standards, ensuring compliance and reducing health risks.
  • Simplifies maintenance and cleaning with ergonomic design and integrated water inlets.

General


Applications
Artisan bakery,Dough preparations,Traditional bread,Savory preparations,Pastries,Bakery products,Special bread
End products
Baguettes,Artisanal pies,Rye bread,Multigrain bread,Choux pastry,Sourdough bread,Danish pastries,Eclairs,Fougasse,Tart dough,Croissants,Puff pastry savories,Ciabatta,Brioche,Focaccia
Steps before
Dough Preparation,Ingredient Weighing,Recipe Selection
Steps after
Dough Shaping,Proofing,Baking,Cooling
Input ingredients
bread dough,pastry dough,traditional bread ingredients,special bread ingredients,solid flours,minor ingredients
Output ingredients
mixed bread dough,mixed pastry dough,homogeneous dough,aerated dough,kneaded dough
Market info
VMI Mixing is known for its expertise in designing and manufacturing industrial mixing solutions, specializing in engineered-to-order equipment for diverse industries. They have a reputation for innovation and delivering high-quality, customized mixing systems.

Technical Specifications


Capacity
50–300 Liters
Maximum dough capacity
2 to 160 kg
Hydration rate
60%
Kneading time
Reduced
Head Type
Liftable / Automatic lifting head
Tool attachment system
Quick attachment
Transmission type
Double transmission
Interface
Intuitive touch interface with recipe programming
Bowl Type
Fixed
Mobility
Pedal integrated into frame / Caster kit
Water Inlet
Integrated
Cover
Transparent with hatch

Operating Characteristics


Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
Automation level
Intuitive touch interface
Kneading method
Spiral mixing
Mobility
Pedal integrated for movement
Cleaning method
Easy bowl emptying and cleaning
Automation features
Recipe programming
Material versatility
Dough from 1.6 kg to 160 kg
Operational Ergonomics
Liftable head,ergonomic design
Tool Change
Quick coupling system
Automated head lift
Digy version

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact
Bowl capacity
50–300 liters
Bowl type
Fixed
Control panel type
Touch interface
Mobility
Optional caster kit
Machine weight capacity
2 to 160 kg dough
Spiral tool shape
Unique spiral
Hatch for minor ingredients
Yes

Custom Options


Control panel type
Touch interface
Integration possibilities
Recipe programming
Mobility
Pedal-integrated frame