{"title":"Food Preparation","description":"\u003cp\u003eFood preparation equipment takes on the repetitive, labour-heavy work that happens before anything reaches the stove — beating, kneading, sheeting and sealing. Three separate workflows are grouped here. PrepPal and Mecnosud planetary mixers from 10 to 50 litres handle batters, doughs and fillings. Mecnosud dough rollers sheet pizza bases and pastry to a set thickness in one or two passes. The Henkelman Boxer 52 chamber vacuum packer seals portions for storage, marinating and sous vide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose by the bottleneck you are trying to remove: batch volume points to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mixers\"\u003eMixers\u003c\/a\u003e, consistent bases and pastry to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dough-rollers\"\u003eDough Rollers\u003c\/a\u003e, and portioning or shelf life to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vacuum-sealers\"\u003eVacuum Sealers\u003c\/a\u003e. For cooked meats, smallgoods and cheese, the equipment you want is in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/slicers\"\u003eSlicers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse the range below or talk to our team on \u003ca href=\"tel:+61397968925\"\u003e(03) 9796 8925\u003c\/a\u003e about your fitout.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tilting-head-removable-bowl-mixer-20lt-bowl","title":"Mecnosud SMM0018 Tilting Head Removable Bowl Mixer 20Lt Bowl","description":"\u003c!--dht-ai-v1--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMecnosud SMM0018 Tilting Head Removable Bowl Mixer\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, hardworking mixer purpose-built for artisan bakeries, pastry shops, cafés and smaller commercial kitchens. The 20-litre stainless steel bowl paired with a tilting head design makes loading, unloading and cleaning straightforward, while the removable bowl gives you the flexibility to prep multiple batches back-to-back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied with a full complement of mixing tools—dough hook, flat beater and whisk—this Italian-engineered mixer handles doughs, batters, creams and meringues with equal capability. The belt-driven system delivers reliable, consistent mixing action, while the integrated safety guard protects operators during use. Robust stainless steel construction ensures years of dependable service in demanding food prep environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt a footprint of 700mm wide, it fits neatly onto bench space without dominating your layout, making it ideal for venues where real estate counts. 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The 33-litre stainless steel bowl and tilting head design make it quick to load, unload and clean—critical for high-volume production environments where efficiency counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eItalian engineering and robust belt-driven construction ensure consistent, dependable mixing across dough, batters and creamed preparations. You get three essential attachments—dough hook, flat beater and whisk—plus a safety guard, covering most mixing tasks from bread and pizza doughs through to pastry and cake batters. Fully stainless steel construction means durability and easy hygiene compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompact footprint and 1.1kW power rating make it ideal for medium-capacity kitchens where space and energy efficiency matter. Two-year warranty backs your investment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mecnosud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853176361111,"sku":"SMM0025","price":3469.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/8590\/7351\/files\/SMM0025.jpg?v=1787553984"},{"product_id":"tilting-head-removable-bowl-mixer-50lt-bowl","title":"Mecnosud SMM0044 Tilting Head Removable Bowl Mixer 50Lt Bowl","description":"\u003c!--dht-ai-v1--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMecnosud SMM0044 Tilting Head Removable Bowl Mixer\u003c\/strong\u003e is a workhorse for commercial kitchens, bakeries and food production facilities handling medium to high-volume mixing tasks. The 50-litre stainless steel bowl and tilting head design make loading, unloading and cleaning straightforward, while the removable bowl allows seamless transitions between jobs without downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for durability and reliability, this Italian-engineered mixer features belt-driven power, three versatile attachments (dough hook, flat beater and whisk) and an integrated safety guard for operator protection. The robust stainless steel construction ensures longevity in demanding commercial environments, backed by a 24-month warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for dough preparation, batters, creams and heavy mixing applications, the SMM0044 combines practical design with professional-grade performance at a footprint that fits most countertops. 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The 50-litre stainless steel bowl handles everything from bread doughs to batters and whipped preparations, while the tilting head design and removable bowl make loading, unloading and cleaning straightforward—crucial when you're running a busy operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for durability, this mixer features a belt-driven 2-speed motor (1.5\/2.2kW) and comes equipped with dough hook, flat beater and whisk attachments to cover your mixing needs. The safety guard ensures workplace compliance, and the stainless steel construction resists corrosion in demanding kitchen environments. 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