Urschel - CC Grating Machine

Applications & Use Cases

• Shredding and grating various types of cheese for retail packaging or further processing.
• Producing uniform shreds for pizza toppings, ready meals, and other food service applications.
• Grating other firm food products such as root vegetables, nuts, or chocolate, depending on blade configuration.
• Preparing ingredients for sauces, dips, and baked goods in industrial food production.
• Size reduction of products requiring a consistent particle size and shape.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, throughput can range from several hundred kilograms to over a tonne per hour, depending on product type and desired cut.

Power supply

Commonly found on units of this type, a 5hp motor typically requires a 400V, 3-phase electrical supply, standard for industrial machinery in the UK.

Footprint

A CC Grating Machine typically occupies a floor space of approximately 1m x 1.5m, though this can vary with ancillary equipment.

Materials of construction

Components in contact with food are typically constructed from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) for hygiene and durability.

Suitable feed sizes

Units of this type are designed to process blocks or wheels of cheese, typically up to 200mm in width or diameter, depending on the infeed chute.

Cut types

The Urschel CC model is known for producing a wide range of uniform shreds and granules, with interchangeable cutting heads determining the final product size and shape.

Safety features

Typically includes interlocked safety guards on access points and emergency stop buttons to comply with industrial safety standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of cheese can this machine process?

  This machine is designed to process a wide range of firm and semi-firm cheeses, including cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan, and provolone. The exact performance may vary with cheese temperature and consistency.

• Are spare parts readily available for an Urschel CC machine?

• What maintenance is typically required for this equipment?

• Can the shred size be adjusted?

• What are the typical installation requirements?