Slicer for calibrated meat and cheese products

Achieve precise, high-speed slicing and portioning of calibrated meats and cheeses for seamless integration into your production line, enhancing efficiency and product consistency without the need for pre-freezing.

Slices and Portions Food Products Precisely

The GEA OptiSlicer 6000 is an industry-leading high-precision slicer designed for efficient slicing and portioning of regular-shaped products like sausages, salami, hams, and cheeses. This machine excels in achieving consistent slicing accuracy and portion control across various food products. Utilizing an involute blade system, it supports high-speed, continuous operation tailored for high-volume production lines.

Ideal for food processing companies, meat processors, and dairy manufacturers, the OptiSlicer 6000 offers applications ranging from slicing calibrated bratwurst and Genoa salami to deli-style cooked ham and cheddar cheese slices. The unit features GEA SmartControl for seamless automation, allowing for quick recipe changes and remote monitoring through telemonitoring and remote service options.

With its innovative design, the OptiSlicer 6000 reduces energy and CO2/N2 consumption, boasting optimized blades that eliminate the need for crust freezing. It integrates easily into production lines, offering smooth product handling via automatic infeed and a small footprint for efficient space use. Maintenance is streamlined with easy access to key components and a user-friendly interface, ensuring minimal downtime and increased output efficiency.

Benefits

  • Enhances product consistency with precise slicing and portion control.
  • Reduces operational costs by eliminating the need for crust freezing.
  • Streamlines production efficiency with quick changeovers and automated controls.
  • Increases yield by optimizing slice thickness with intelligent scanning technology.
  • Simplifies maintenance and cleaning with easy access and quick disassembly features.

General


Applications
Sausage,Cheese,Cooked ham,Salami,Raw ham
End products
Genoa salami slices,Cheddar cheese slices,Prosciutto slices,Deli-style cooked ham,Calibrated bratwurst
Steps before
Product calibration,Product loading,Crust freezing (optional),Scanning for density distribution
Steps after
Weighing,Packaging,Thermoforming,Remote diagnostics and service
Input ingredients
calibrated sausage,salami,cooked ham,raw ham,cheese
Output ingredients
sliced calibrated sausage,sliced salami,sliced cooked ham,sliced raw ham,sliced cheese,shingle portions,stack portions,zig zag portions,shaved portions,interleaved portions,folded portions
Market info
GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.

Technical Specifications


Blade Type
Involute Blade
Blade Size
R 470 mm
Blade Speed
Max 1,500 rpm (up to 2,000 rpm optional)
Cutting Cross Section Width
270 - 500 mm
Cutting Cross Section Height
145 mm
Max Product Length
Max 1,200 mm / 1,850 mm
Machine Dimensions
3,700 x 2,480 x 1,910 mm
Weight
2,880 kg
Power Supply
11 kW
Compressed Air Requirement
6 bar 15 – 600 L/min
Noise Emission
< 78 db (A)
Automation
GEA SmartControl
Telemonitoring / Remote Service
Option,GEA Performance Service
Preventive Maintenance
Option,GEA Performance PLUS
Weighing System
GEA Check 4000
Weighing Range
20 to 5,000 g
Scanning System
GEA OptiScanner 600 / 1200

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Manual / PLC / SCADA
Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline Continuous
Changeover time
Fast changeover of gripper,blade,and recipe
CIP/SIP
Easy operation and maintenance
Energy efficiency
Reduced CO2 and N2 consumption
Cleaning method
Easy cleaning,panels removable without tools

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
Easy to clean,removable parts
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
High resistance
Density/particle size
Regular-shaped calibrated products

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
L x H x W
Weight
2,880 kg
Control panel type
GEA SmartControl 21.5” operator interface
Blade size
R 470 mm
Compact footprint
Low footprint and perfect hygienic design

Custom Options


Control panel type
GEA SmartControl 21.5” operator interface
Integration possibilities
Online remote access and maintenance service
Customization of slicing forms
Shingle,stack,zig zag,shaved,interleaved,folded
Customization of blade type
Involute blade