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The BSD.E processes onions and other vegetables in 2kg batches using a stainless steel blade and detachable pot system. Designed for restaurant prep lines, hotel kitchens, and catering operations where consistent dice size and workflow speed determine labour costs. Operated manually with foot-activated or hand-lever mechanism depending on configuration.
Commercial Application
Sits on prep benches during morning mise-en-place or continuous service prep. Eliminates hand knife work for onions, capsicums, celery, and similar produce. Reduces prep labour by 60–70% compared to manual dicing in operations processing 10–30kg daily.
Most kitchens use it for bulk onion prep before lunch and dinner service. The 2kg pot capacity matches standard hotel pan workflow. Changeover between batches takes under 90 seconds with pot removal and blade rinse.
Key Operational Advantages
- Processes 2kg per cycle with detachable stainless steel pot and blade assembly
- Full stainless steel construction meets HACCP and commercial hygiene requirements
- Detachable components allow pot washing in commercial dishwashers
- 18kg unit weight provides bench stability during operation without floor mounting
- CE certified for UK and EU commercial kitchen electrical and safety compliance
- Compact 54 × 35 × 34 cm footprint fits standard prep bench layouts
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | BSD.E |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 4 × 5 × 3 cm (1.4 × 2.1 × 1.3 in) |
| Certification | Meets commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards applicable to CE (UK & EU), NSF (USA) and CSA (Canada) requirements. |
| Weight | 18.0 kg (39.7 lbs) |
Construction & Build Quality
Constructed from food-grade stainless steel across frame, pot, and blade components. Commercial-duty blade mechanism rated for repeated daily cycles. All contact surfaces non-porous and corrosion-resistant for chlorine-based sanitiser compatibility.
- Stainless steel frame and housing—no painted or plastic components in food zone
- Detachable pot and blade system—no tools required for disassembly
- 18kg base weight—provides operational stability without bolt-down requirement
- CE certified construction—meets UK, EU, USA (NSF) and Canada (CSA) commercial standards
Suitable Operations
- Commercial kitchens
- Hotel prep areas
- Restaurant kitchens
- Catering production facilities
- Food processing operations
Procurement & Support
TurcoBazaar supplies PIMAK commercial vegetable equipment from UK stock and direct Turkish import routes. Standard freight covers UK mainland, European Union, North America, Middle East, and African commercial markets. Volume orders for hotel groups and catering chains ship consolidated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What stainless steel grade is used in the BSD.E construction?
A: The unit uses food-grade stainless steel across all contact surfaces and structural components. Specific grade (304 or 430) confirmed on enquiry based on production batch. Both grades meet UK and EU commercial kitchen hygiene standards.
Q: What is the maximum vegetable size this machine can process?
A: The 2kg pot accommodates onions up to 10cm diameter and similar-sized vegetables. Larger produce requires halving before loading. Optimal results with produce between 5–8cm diameter.
Q: Does the unit require fixed installation or floor mounting?
A: No floor mounting required. The 18kg weight provides bench stability during operation. Non-slip rubber feet included for placement on stainless steel or laminate prep surfaces.
Q: Can the blade assembly be replaced or resharpened on-site?
A: Blade assembly is replaceable without manufacturer service. Replacement blades ordered through TurcoBazaar with 5–7 day UK delivery. Resharpening not recommended due to tolerance requirements in commercial vegetable cutting.
Q: Is the detachable pot compatible with standard commercial dishwashers?
A: Yes. The pot fits commercial rack dishwashers and hood-type machines. Stainless steel construction withstands 80–90°C wash cycles and chlorinated rinse agents used in commercial warewashing.