M&P’s Carousel Grid Cutting Machine is designed to deliver accuracy, high processing capacity, and minimal waste. However, as with any piece of processing equipment, optimising performance relies on a combination of proper set-up, maintenance, and handling practices. This goes for any produce or fruit our customers use on this piece of equipment, but today we will be focusing on carrots, as it’s a very popular vegetable used in a variety of things from ready meals to fresh salads.
Consistency begins long before the carrots reach the cutter. Carrots should be thoroughly washed and sorting them by size is also beneficial, as the Carousel Grid Cutting Machine works most efficiently when processing uniform pieces.
The Carousel Grid Cutting Machine works by presenting carrots to a grid of sharp blades, producing uniform sticks, batons, wedges, petals, or slices depending on requirements. Sharp, well-maintained blades are essential to achieving clean cuts and reducing product damage. Regular inspection and timely replacement of blades will help avoid ragged edges, which can detract from the visual quality of the final product.
As with any fresh produce, hygiene is extremely important. Regular cleaning of the machine prevents build-up that could affect both performance and food safety. We design our Carousel Grid Cutting Machines with ease of cleaning in mind, using stainless steel construction and accessible components to minimise downtime during cleaning time.
With M&P Engineering’s Carousel Grid Cutting Machine, our customers benefit from robust, hygienic, and efficient design, making it easier to deliver quality products while maximising output and reducing waste.
At M&P Engineering we have been manufacturing food preparation equipment for over 50 years, and we manufacture products you can trust. We are based in Manchester, England and supply our machines to clients all over the globe.
Our Carousel Grid Cutting Machine is one of our most popular machines, as it makes chopping and cutting vegetables and fruit easier for our customers.