Ram - Planetary Mixer

• Mixing various doughs for bread, pastries, and cakes in bakeries.
• Preparing batters for items such as pancakes, waffles, and muffins.
• Whipping creams, meringues, and icings for confectionery and dessert production.
• Blending fillings for pies, tarts, and other baked goods.
• Mixing sauces, purees, and other food preparations requiring thorough blending.

Typical capacity

Planetary mixers in this class commonly range from 10 litres for smaller operations up to 140 litres for industrial use. Buyers should confirm the exact bowl capacity with the seller.

Power supply

Units typically operate on a three-phase electrical supply (e.g., 400V, 50Hz) for larger models, while smaller units may use single-phase (e.g., 230V, 50Hz). Specific voltage and amperage should be verified.

Mixing speeds

Most planetary mixers offer multiple fixed speeds or variable speed control to accommodate different mixing requirements, from slow folding to high-speed whipping.

Included tools

Typically supplied with a whisk, beater, and dough hook, all made from food-grade materials, often stainless steel or aluminium.

Bowl material

For food processing, bowls are invariably constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability.

Footprint

The footprint varies significantly with capacity; buyers should consider available space and consult the seller for specific dimensions of this unit.

Bowl lift mechanism

Units of this type commonly feature a powered bowl lift for ease of operation and safety, particularly with heavier bowls.

• What is the primary advantage of a planetary mixer over a spiral mixer?

  Planetary mixers are highly versatile, excelling at mixing a wide range of products from light batters to stiff doughs, creams, and fillings. Spiral mixers are generally optimised for high-volume dough production.

• Are spare parts and additional tools readily available?

• What maintenance is typically required for a planetary mixer?

• Can this mixer handle very stiff doughs?

• What safety features are typically included?

Dough mixers hold strong reputation within bakery operations for reliable performance and durability. Buyers typically value machines offering consistent mixing quality and straightforward maintenance. When purchasing used equipment, industry attention focuses on bowl condition, motor functionality, and mixing arm integrity. Common strengths include longevity when properly serviced and adaptability across various dough types and volumes. Established brands tend to command preference due to parts availability and established service networks across UK suppliers.

General overview for this equipment type