Slicers

The advantages of SIRMAN’s professional slicers

All of SIRMAN’s professional slicers are made of anodized aluminium and manufactured to the highest quality standards . They use high-performance and durable motors and blades. Some of their biggest advantages rely on the manufacturing mode and on their technical features:

• Components are manufactured using gravity casting , which, unlike die casting, allows the use of high-quality metal alloys that are more resistant and durable.
• All slicers are built to offer the smoothest carriage sliding and make the operator's work as easy as possible. High-end machines such as the Leonardo model feature two high-quality metal bearings , which make sliding easy even under heavy weights of 10-11 kg.
• In models with interchangeable blades , the capacity of the carriage is exploited to the maximum, so that there is no loss in the length of cutting capacity when larger blades are fitted to achieve greater cutting capacity in height.
• The on-board sharpener is perfectly calibrated for each individual machine and facilitates correct blade maintenance.
• All machines are designed to be as compact as possible in relation to their cutting capacity and to be used on the 70 cm tables typical of catering activities.
• Depending on requirements, we provide a wide variety of models with different specifications, ranging from the position of the blade cover to maintenance accessories and IoT features.

What types of professional slicers exist?

Professional slicers can be divided into three types , depending on the structure of the appliance:

• vertical slicers
• inclined ones (also called gravity slicers)
• flywheel models

In terms of how they operate, we can distinguish between electric and manual models . Electric models include automatic and semi-automatic machines. With an automatic slicer, the carriage moves on its own and the operator only has to manually move the sliced pieces.

Gravity or inclined slicers

Gravity models derive their name from the inclination of the blade and carriage , which causes the product to descend along the surface as it is sliced. This facilitates cutting and increases the speed of execution .

Inclined electric slicers that can be used in semi-automatic mode allow large quantities of product to be handled quickly, thanks to the carriage that slides independently, leaving the operator with the sole task of moving the slices. Restaurants and pizzerias that use them can therefore spread out the cutting activities throughout the evening, avoiding waste if the product is not consumed, but ensuring quick preparation times .

Vertical slicers

Vertical models are a high-end product that allows for particularly fine and precise cuts . They are also more technical in terms of their structure and can be equipped with two different types of plates : one for cold cuts and one specifically for fresh meats .

Vertical slicers allow for greater precision thanks to the manual push that tends to slide the product to the blade in a consistent manner. They are recommended for those who prefer a perfect and regular cut thickness , even on large products.

Manual slicers

Flywheel slicers evoke the charm of bygone eras, but Sirman’s models are cutting-edge professional products . They are complex machines that are activated by a hand-operated crank. This movement allows the blade to rotate and advances the carriage.

Manual models are precise and functional , suitable for butchers and restaurants with open kitchens, as their vintage aesthetics evoke the traditional atmosphere of Italian shops. Among our flywheel options, the Legend model stands out, a mixed machine that can be ordered in a manual, electric, or semi-automatic version to offer maximum efficiency and ease of use.

The best slicer for cold cuts

If you are looking for a professional cold cut slicer , the Leonardo model is our top-of-the-range option, which can be fitted with blades up to 385 mm . This is a typical deli slicer with an extremely high-performance , ideal not only for ham and salami , but also for heavy foods with a very large diameter, such as mortadella . It is a vertical model, which in this case would be ordered with a plate for cold cuts.

The Palladio gravity model , available with 300, 330, and 350 mm blades, is also very popular in the catering industry . Like all gravity machines, it offers the advantage of speed and ease of use .

Both models are excellent slicers for prosciutto and other cold cuts .

Our option for bars and bistros: a small professional slicer

The Mirra model is a small professional slicer , ideal for bars and bistros. It is available in both vertical and gravity versions and can be fitted with 220, 250, 275, and 300 blades, depending on the customer's needs. The Mirra 275 vertical model is the ideal entry-level solution for the catering industry, combining the high quality of all SIRMAN machines with a compact design and excellent cutting capacity .

The best meat slicer

Butchers usually prefer vertical machines because of their greater precision . Since meat is a soft food and needs to be held more securely, in this case a special tray-shaped plate is needed. The side rails hold the product in place and ensure that only the part to be cut protrudes.

All of SIRMAN’s vertical slicers are available with a plate for cutting meat . Among these, the top-of-the-range model is undoubtedly the Leonardo again, since it offers the highest performance .

Two frequently asked questions about slicers

Choosing a slicer is a complex topic , which we have covered in depth in a separate article. It depends on the type of product to be sliced and the specific needs of the business and the user. The same applies to considerations regarding cleaning and maintenance. We recommend reading our blog articles for more information on the subject , but below you can find brief answers to two of the most common questions .

What is better: a gravity or vertical slicer?

As previously mentioned, gravity slicers excel in speed and ease of use and are therefore ideal for supermarkets , canteens , and restaurants with a high number of tables . Vertical slicers , on the other hand, are high-precision machines that require greater technical skills on the part of the user, but allow for very thin and exquisite cuts . They are the preferred choice of delicatessens and butchers.

What products can be cut with a slicer?

Different machines can be used to slice different types of food . Generally speaking, a slicer is sold with a plate for meat or one for cold cuts . Consequently, these are the two main foods for which it is used. However, most professional models can also be used to cut vegetables .

For businesses that frequently need to slice cheese and other foods that do not slide easily, it is possible to order Teflon-coated blades and ceramic-coated models . In the Sirman catalogue, they form the Stonehenge line .

SIRMAN also offers specific accessories for conveniently slicing different products, such as a fish slide or vegetable tubes .