FIMAR 22SN Meat Mincer for Professional Kitchens

A meat mincer forces whole cuts through a rotating spiral auger that presses them against a perforated plate. The auger's helical flights grip the meat, shear it into fine strands, and push it through the holes in the plate. A sharp knife spins against the plate, cutting the strands cleanly as they emerge. This continuous shearing and cutting action produces a uniform mince without pre-chopping, preserving texture and moisture better than blade-based methods.

The operator loads the hopper with chilled meat, ensuring the safety switch is engaged. The auger draws the meat down, compresses it, and forces it through the stainless steel plate. If the auger jams, the reverse function spins it backwards to clear the blockage. The minced meat collects beneath the plate, ready for immediate use or further processing.

The body and hopper are stainless steel, resisting corrosion and allowing thorough cleaning. The grinding unit—auger, plate, and knife—removes as a single assembly for sharpening or sanitising. A self-sharpening knife maintains a keen edge against the plate, reducing manual honing. The gear motor is permanently lubricated, eliminating daily oiling.

Controls consist of a start button, a reverse switch, and the safety interlock on the hopper. The safety switch cuts power if the hopper is lifted during operation, preventing contact with the moving auger.

A capacity of 150 kg per hour matches the throughput of a medium-volume butchery or catering kitchen, allowing bulk batches without overheating. The 1.1 kW motor draws a modest load on a three-phase 400 V circuit or a single-phase 230 V supply, fitting standard commercial wiring. The 25 kg weight keeps the unit stable on a worktop while still allowing two people to reposition it. Footprint of 450 mm by 290 mm leaves room for a receiving tray or scale on a standard work surface.

Cleaning involves removing the grinding unit, washing it in hot detergent, rinsing, and air-drying. The hopper and body are wiped down with sanitiser. The oiled gear motor requires no additional lubrication. Regular inspection of the knife and plate ensures consistent mince quality.

The 22SN is supplied with a stainless steel plate drilled with 6 mm holes. Other plate sizes and hole diameters are available as separate accessories for coarser or finer grinds.