Kronen - PWG Grid Cutter

Applications & Use Cases

• Used in commercial kitchens and food processing plants for portioning fruits and vegetables.
• Suitable for preparing ingredients for salads, ready meals, and frozen food products.
• Applied in the catering industry for consistent product presentation.
• Utilised in bakeries and confectioneries for fruit preparation.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Varies significantly based on product type and grid size, but units of this class are designed for continuous or batch processing.

Power supply

This pneumatic unit primarily requires a compressed air supply, typically 6-8 bar. Electrical power may be needed for control systems, commonly single-phase 230V.

Construction material

As stated, stainless steel construction is standard for food contact areas, ensuring hygiene and durability.

Footprint

Mobile units of this type are designed to be compact, typically requiring less than 1.5m² of floor space, allowing for flexible placement.

Cutting mechanism

Pneumatic operation provides a consistent and powerful cutting action, suitable for a range of product densities.

Suitable feed size

Units are typically designed to accommodate whole or pre-cut fruits and vegetables up to a certain maximum dimension, which varies by model.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products can a grid cutter process?

  Grid cutters are versatile and can process a wide range of fruits and vegetables, including potatoes, carrots, apples, and onions, into cubes, sticks, or slices depending on the installed grid.

• How easy is it to change cutting sizes?

• What maintenance is required for a pneumatic grid cutter?

• Is this type of equipment suitable for continuous operation?

• What safety features are typically found on these machines?