High-performance cube, strip & slice cutting solution

Achieve precision in high-volume food processing with a cutting solution that ensures consistent quality across various products—from vegetable rice to julienne strips—meeting diverse culinary needs with exceptional efficiency and minimal downtime.

Processes and Cuts Vegetables, Fruits, and Meats

The KUJ-V from KRONEN GmbH is a versatile cutting machine designed for the precise processing of vegetables, fruits, and meats. This high-capacity unit efficiently dices, slices, and strips a variety of products, including brunoise diced vegetables, julienne carrots, and sliced onions, all in a single operation. Capable of handling up to 2,500 kg per hour, the KUJ-V integrates seamlessly into continuous, high-speed processing lines. Its PLC-controlled system ensures consistent product quality and allows easy tool changes and maintenance, promoting minimal downtime. With a space-efficient and compact design, the KUJ-V offers extensive cutting tools for various cuts, making it suitable for use in food processing, catering, and industrial kitchen environments. Safety and hygiene are top priorities, featuring easily removable knife rollers and a design that facilitates easy cleaning. The KUJ-V is available with customization options, including special rotors for longer product processing and a variety of cutting inserts, making it adaptable to specific production needs.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency with the capacity to process up to 2,500 kg per hour.
  • Ensures precise and uniform cuts, improving product quality and consistency.
  • Minimizes downtime with quick and easy tool changes and maintenance procedures.
  • Reduces space requirements with a compact and adaptable design for integration into existing lines.
  • Promotes safety and hygiene through ergonomic design and accessible cleaning features.

General


Applications
Baked goods,Salads,Pet food,Meat,Vegan products,Vegetables,Fish,Fruit
End products
Sliced onions for onion rings,Cubed mozzarella for caprese salad,Cubed strawberries for fruit salads,Diced ham for pizza toppings,French fries from potatoes,Diced kiwi for fruit cocktails,Diced potatoes for soups,Cubed cheese for pet food,Sliced eggplants for ratatouille,Salmon tartare,Brunoise diced vegetables for gourmet salads,Diced cucumbers for tzatziki,Julienne carrots for stir-fry,Diced bell peppers for paella,Diced beetroots for vegan burgers,Vegetable rice from broccoli and cauliflower,Diced apples for pie fillings
Steps before
Vegetable Peeling,Trimming and Sorting,Fruit Peeling,Preparation
Steps after
Conveying,Weighing,Packaging,Drying
Input ingredients
vegetables,fruit,meat,fish,carrots,potatoes,onions,peppers,apples,kiwis,melons,ham,bacon,strawberries,beetroot,mushrooms,tomatoes,zucchini,courgettes,salmon,octopus,hard-boiled eggs,cheese,mozzarella,broccoli,cauliflower,eggplants,aubergines,cucumbers
Output ingredients
cubes,strips,slices,fine cubes,vegetable rice,long slices,sticks,julienne,diced onions,bell pepper cubes,carrot strips,onion rings,pepper sticks,french fries
Market info
KRONEN is known for manufacturing industrial food processing equipment, specializing in washing, cutting, peeling, and packaging machinery, recognized for innovation, high quality, and efficiency in automated food processing solutions.

Technical Specifications


Cutting Capacity
2,500 kg/h
Electrical Power
1.1 kW
Voltage
230 V N/PE
Frequency
50 Hz
Dimensions (LxWxH)
1106 x 977 x 1491 mm
Weight
204 kg
Infeed Height
1491 mm
Outfeed Height
472 mm
Diameter of Raw Product
max. 85 mm
Length of Raw Product
max. 120 mm (optionally 200 mm)
Cutting Thickness (slices)
2 to 20 mm
Cutting Thickness (strips)
2 x 2 to 20 x 20 mm
Cutting Thickness (cubes)
3 x 3 x 3 to 20 x 20 x 20 mm
Automation
Automatic

Operating Characteristics


Operating mode
Automatic,Standalone,Inline
Automation level
Manual / PLC / Frequency converter
Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline Continuous
Cleaning method
Manual / CIP
Changeover time
Quick tool change
Feeding method
Manual or conveyor-fed
Cutting operations
Cubes,strips,slices
Space requirement
Compact design
Safety features
Maximum operational safety
Capacity
2,500 kg/h

Material Compatibility


Abrasion resistance
High
Biological compatibility
Food-grade
Cleanability
Easy cleaning design
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel construction
Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Physical Characteristics


Footprint
1106 x 977 mm
Height
1491 mm
Weight
204 kg
Infeed height
1491 mm
Outfeed height
472 mm
Discharge method
Conveyor belt or ejected into a container
Diameter of raw product
Max 85 mm
Length of raw product
120 mm standard,optionally 200 mm

Custom Options


Cutting knife configuration
Adjustable,multiple sizes available
Feeding method
Manual or conveyor belt integration
Rotor type
Adjustable three-blade rotor for long products
Product guide system
Guide plate for long slice guidance
Feeding hopper type
Removable,attachable top-mounted
Knife replacement method
Quick-change capability with special tools