HYDROPROCESS | ChefCut Waterjet Cutting Machine
ChefCut by HYDROPROCESS is an innovative waterjet cutting machine used by bakers, chocolatiers, pastry chefs, caterers, and discerning food industry professionals from across the globe. Produced in France, this machine can process cakes, pastries, plain biscuits, chocolates (bon bons and decoration), nougatine, marshmallow, fruit paste, caramels, sandwiches, catering and other food products with ease.
Discover how the ChefCut system can help your business create signature, customized designs from food. For more information please call our bakery equipment sales team at: 800.682.8203 or click here.
HYDROPROCESS | ChefCut Waterjet Cutting Machine
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ChefCut by HYDROPROCESS is an innovative waterjet cutting machine used by bakers, chocolatiers, pastry chefs, caterers, and discerning food industry professionals from across the globe. Produced in France, this machine can process cakes, pastries, plain biscuits, chocolates (bon bons and decoration), nougatine, marshmallow, fruit paste, caramels, sandwiches, catering and other food products with ease.
Discover how the ChefCut system can help your business create signature, customized designs from food. For more information please call our bakery equipment sales team at: 800.682.8203 or click here.
Features
The HYDROPROCESS | ChefCut waterjet cutting machine includes the following standard features:
Ergonomic Operation
Designed with the end-user in mind, this machine features an easy to access, front loading design. Product is easily loaded into a well lit cutting zone using a food-safe loading device and cutting trays.
Easy Programming
Machine is easily programmed via an intuitive touchscreen. More complex, custom designs can be prepared via ChefCut Office and loaded via USB or Wi-Fi/LAN Ethernet connection.
Endless Design Options
Choose from predefined shapes (circles, rectangles, triangles, Christmas trees, hearts, hexagons, fish, bells, etc.) or custom 2D designs that can be easily drafted in the included ChefCut office software.
Versatile
Use for both frozen and fresh products. This includes delicate products such as slabs of chocolate, nut brittle, gum paste/pastillage, etc.
Fast & Powerful
Accurately process with up to 3500 bars (over 50,000 PSI) of pressure at a rate of 300 mm/sec (11.8″/sec).
Prescision
Highly precise, accurate processing that provides high quality, consistent cutting without damaging even the most delicate of products.
Hygienic
Hygienic design featuring easy to clean components and NSF certification. This includes an extremely fast 10-minute cleaning cycle and removable catch basin for capturing affluent.
Durable Design
Stainless steel construction with a continuous weld for easy cleaning and longevity. This machine also features minimal moving parts and a long lasting UHP pump. Motors and pumps are also fully protected in a technical cabinet away from the cutting zone.
Viewport
Product can be viewed while processing through the transparent safety cover. The cutting zone also features LED lighting.
Humidity Reduction & Moisture Removal
Misting, humidity, and excess moisture are reduced via an innovative exhaust system. This offers improved visibility while processing and ensures product does not have excess humidity post-processing.
Waste Reduction
Innovative layout program maximizes output from a single source of material/product reducing scrap and leftover product. This is achieved via optimized overlapping of shapes.
Compact
Compact, space saving design. This unit is also be equipped with casters for enhanced mobility.
Quiet
Maximum 73 dBA, with no noise between cuts.
Energy Efficient
Low water & electrical consumption.
Accessories
The HYDROPROCESS | ChefCut waterjet cutting machine is equipped with the following accessories.
Cutting Trays
2 food-safe cutting trays model PSN3001
Loading Device
Food-safe loading device model CME3012-V4 used for unloading and loading of product into the machine for processing.
Nozzle Kit
An assortment of 15 different nozzles, that enables the cut to be adapted to the product, maximizing efficiency and quality:
- (5) 0.1 mm
- (5) 0.12 mm
- (5) 0.15 mm
Preventative Maintenance Kit
Includes key consumable parts designed to be replaced after 1500 hours of operational use.
ChefCut Office
An innovative desktop software program compatible with Windows and Mac OS.
- Import existing DXF vector files
- Convert traditional image files into vectorized format for easy use
- Manual design of 2D cutting paths using geometry
- Automatic design of 2D cutting paths from a library of preconfigured patterns
- Install on up-to 2 user stations (additional licences available for purchase)
Advantages
The HYDROPROCESS | ChefCut waterjet cutting machine can add the following key benefits to your business.
Signature Products
Offer innovative, signature products that set your business apart and add additional revenue streams.
High Productivity
Astonishingly quick processing times resulting in high productivity and reduced prep times. Also easily change between different product types.
Cost Savings
An innovative waste reduction system results in maximized profits and improved cost savings.
Technical Specifications
| ChefCut | |
|---|---|
| Product Types | Fresh or Frozen: cakes, chocolate, pastries, food products, etc. |
| Max. Product Dimensions | 23.5 x 15.75" | 600 x 400 mm |
| Max. Product Thickness | 3.5" | 90 mm |
| Max. Cutting Speed | 11.8"/sec | 300 mm/sec |
| Max. Pressure | 3500 bar | 50763 PSI |
| Nozzle Specificiations | 0.10, 0.12, or 0.15 mm ⌀ (via included nozzle kit) Motorized height adjustment |
| Operating Temperature | Must be used in a climate controlled environment with ambient temperatures of 54° - 71° F | 12° - 22° C |
| Noise Level | < 73 dBA (depending upon pressure, nozzle diameter and production environment) |
| Certifications | NSF & CE |
| Electrical Specifications | |
| Electrical Specifications | 440v | 3ph | 32A | 60Hz (step-up transformer can be used for clients with 220v service) |
| Power | UHP Pump: 7.5 kW | Total Power: 10 kW | Power Consumption (with 0.15 mm nozzle): 5 kWh |
| Additional Utilities | |
| Compressed Air | 6.5 bar | 94.27 psi | 5m³/hour Required, with service line to be installed by client. |
| Water | Required, with service line to be installed by client. Water must also meet minimum specifications per the install document. This may include the need to install a water softener if indicated. |
| Drain | Required, with service line to be installed by client. |
| Exhaust | Required, with service line to be installed by client. |
| Connectivity | |
| Networking | Fixed IP address on either Wi-Fi or LAN ethernet to be provided by the client. Must also have active internet connection. |
| Software | ChefCut Office included, compatible with Windows 7/10 or MacOS (max. 2 install licenses/purchase with ability to purchase additional licenses if needed.) |
| Standard Dimensions (L x W x H) | |
| Standard Dimensions | 63 x 31.5 x 71" | 1600 x 800 x 1800 mm |
| Net Weight | 1830 lb. | 830 kg |
| Shipping Dimensions (L x W x H) | |
| Shipping Dimensions | 67.5 x 39.75 x 79" | 1710 x 1008 x 2007 mm |
| Shipping Weight | 2271 lb. | 1030 kg |
Products
The HYDROPROCESS | ChefCut waterjet cutting machine can process a wide array of both fresh and frozen products.
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