Bear - Varimix AE140/VL4, 140liter Planetary Mixer

Applications & Use Cases

• Large-scale bakeries for mixing various doughs and batters.
• Commercial kitchens for preparing bulk food mixtures, such as mashed potatoes or fillings.
• Confectionery production for creams, icings, and other confectionery products.
• Food manufacturing facilities requiring consistent, high-volume mixing of ingredients.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Planetary mixers in this class commonly feature bowl capacities around 140 litres, suitable for significant batch production.

Power supply

Units of this industrial scale typically require a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, for optimal performance.

Construction material

As noted, stainless steel construction is standard for food contact parts and external panels, ensuring hygiene and durability.

Attachments

This model includes a beater and whisk; dough hooks are also commonly supplied or available for units of this type.

Speed settings

Planetary mixers typically offer multiple speed settings to accommodate different mixing requirements, from slow folding to high-speed whipping.

Footprint

For a 140-litre unit, buyers should anticipate a substantial footprint, requiring dedicated floor space in a production area.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the advantages of a planetary mixer over a spiral mixer for dough?

  Planetary mixers offer greater versatility for various products beyond just dough, including batters, creams, and fillings, due to their orbital mixing action. Spiral mixers are generally more specialised for high-hydration doughs.

• What maintenance is typically required for a used planetary mixer?

• Can this mixer handle very stiff doughs?

• Are spare parts readily available for older Varimix models?

• What safety features should I look for on a used industrial mixer?