Talsa K55S Bowl Cutter / Chopper

• External Dimensions (WxDxH) 1250x940x1200mm
• Power 3ph 23HP (17kW, 32A)
• Knife Motor Power 21HP (15.5kW)
• Bowl Motor Power 2HP (1.5kW)
• Volume 55 litre
• Mix Capacity +/- 7-37kg
• High Cutting Speed 500 to 5000rpm variable
• Slow Cutting Speed 50 to 500rpm, forward and reverse (standard)
• Digital Display showing gear, knife speed, temp, turns, elapsed time, current time
• Auto stop programmable for elapsed time, temp or turns of bowl
• Motorized ST/ST knife lid
• Weight 900kg

Talsa K55 S 55 Litre Commercial Bowl Cutter / Chopper

The Talsa K55 S Bowl Cutter is a high-performance commercial food processing machine designed for chopping, mixing and emulsifying meat, fish, vegetables and other suitable food ingredients.

Manufactured in Spain by Talsa, the K55 S features a 55-litre stainless steel bowl, variable-speed cutting system and digital controls, making it particularly suitable for butchers, sausage manufacturers, meat processors and specialist food producers.

Also known as a commercial meat bowl chopper, the machine combines high-speed cutting knives with a rotating bowl to produce a wide range of textures, from coarsely chopped meat mixtures to finely emulsified products.

With adjustable knife speeds of 500–5,000 rpm, the Talsa K55 S offers professional chopping and mixing performance in a compact machine.

55-Litre Bowl Capacity for Commercial Food Production

The Talsa K55 S features a 55-litre bowl, making it particularly suitable for businesses requiring regular production batches without the capacity of a larger industrial bowl cutter.

Talsa's published recommended batch sizes are approximately:

• 7–40kg for softer mixtures.

• 7–30kg for tougher mixtures.

Actual working capacity depends on the recipe, ingredient density, required texture and processing conditions.

The rotating bowl continuously moves ingredients through the cutting area, helping achieve consistent chopping and mixing throughout each batch.

High-Speed Chopping up to 5,000 rpm

The Talsa K55 S features a fully variable cutting system operating between 500 and 5,000 rpm.

This allows operators to select the appropriate cutting speed according to the product being manufactured.

Lower cutting speeds can be used for controlled chopping, while higher speeds are suitable for producing fine meat emulsions and smooth product textures.

The machine's stainless steel cutting bowl and high-speed knife assembly are designed to process a wide range of suitable food ingredients.

This flexibility makes the K55 S particularly useful for businesses producing different recipes and product textures.

Powerful 15kW Knife Motor

The standard Talsa K55 S is equipped with a 15kW knife motor, providing the cutting power required for commercial meat processing applications.

The manufacturer's published total machine power is 16.5kW.

For businesses processing particularly dense or demanding mixtures, Talsa also offers a PowerPlus version with a more powerful 22kW knife motor and 23.5kW total machine power.

The PowerPlus configuration is a separate motor option and should not be confused with the standard K55 S specification.

Controlled Mixing – Forward and Reverse

In addition to high-speed cutting, the Talsa K55 S offers variable low-speed mixing between 50 and 500 rpm, operating in forward and reverse directions.

This allows ingredients to be combined without relying exclusively on high-speed chopping.

The bowl speed is adjustable between approximately 4 and 20 rpm, providing additional control over ingredient movement through the cutting area.

These functions are particularly useful when mixing meat, fat, seasoning and other ingredients for sausage production.

Digital Touchscreen Controls and Interactive Recipes

The Talsa K55 S Suprem incorporates the TalsaControl 4.0 digital control system, designed to manage chopping and mixing operations.

The system provides information including knife speed, product temperature and processing time.

Operators can select and adjust processing parameters using the touchscreen interface.

Interactive recipe programming allows commonly used processing settings to be stored and recalled, helping manufacturers maintain consistency between production batches.

Additional control features include automatic stopping functions based on processing time or product temperature.

These functions are particularly useful for businesses producing multiple recipes requiring different cutting and mixing conditions.

Temperature Monitoring and Automatic Stopping

Temperature control is important when manufacturing finely chopped meat mixtures and emulsions.

The Talsa K55 S incorporates digital product temperature monitoring, allowing operators to observe temperature changes during processing.

The control system can be programmed to stop the machine when a selected processing time or product temperature is reached.

This helps operators manage the chopping process and maintain consistent processing conditions.

Applications for the Talsa K55 S

Sausage Manufacturing

The K55 S is particularly suitable for producing sausage mixtures, allowing meat, fat, seasoning and other ingredients to be chopped and mixed to the required consistency.

Meat Emulsions

Its high-speed cutting system can be used to prepare fine meat emulsions for suitable sausages and other processed meat products.

Pâtés and Fine Meat Products

The machine can be used to produce finely chopped mixtures for pâtés, spreads and other products requiring a smooth, uniform texture.

Burger and Formed Meat Products

Depending on the required recipe and texture, the K55 S can be used for chopping and mixing ingredients for burgers and other formed meat products.

Fish and Seafood Processing

The K55 S can process suitable fish products, fillings and prepared seafood mixtures requiring controlled chopping and mixing.

Vegetarian and Vegan Food Production

The machine can also be used to process suitable vegetable-based and plant-based ingredients, making it relevant to manufacturers producing vegetarian and vegan foods.

Stainless Steel Construction and Hygienic Design

The Talsa K55 S is designed for professional food processing environments where hygiene and regular cleaning are essential.

Its AISI 304 stainless steel construction provides durability and corrosion resistance for demanding production environments.

The machine incorporates a robust stainless steel bowl and accessible processing areas designed to support cleaning and routine maintenance.

The knife cover and transparent noise-reduction cover provide controlled access to the cutting area.

Its adjustable, vibration-absorbing feet help maintain stability during operation.

Motorised Knife Cover and Operator Safety

The Talsa K55 S features a motorised stainless steel knife cover, allowing the cover to be raised and lowered without manual lifting.

A transparent noise-protection cover provides visibility of the processing area.

The machine incorporates a safety system designed to reduce knife speed automatically when the transparent cover is opened.

These features support practical operation while maintaining access to the processing area.

Key Features and Benefits

• 55-litre bowl capacity – suitable for commercial food production.

• High-speed cutting – variable knife speeds from 500–5,000 rpm.

• 15kW knife motor – standard configuration.

• 16.5kW total machine power – manufacturer-listed standard specification.

• Forward and reverse mixing – variable knife speeds from 50–500 rpm.

• Adjustable bowl rotation – 4–20 rpm.

• TalsaControl 4.0 – digital processing controls.

• Interactive recipes – store and recall processing settings.

• Digital thermometer – monitor product temperature during chopping.

• Automatic stopping functions – based on processing time or temperature.

• Motorised knife cover – simplifies opening and closing.

• Transparent noise-protection cover – provides visibility during processing.

• AISI 304 stainless steel construction – designed for professional food production.

• PowerPlus motor option – available for more demanding applications.

Standard Equipment and Optional Upgrades

Standard Machine Features

• 55-litre stainless steel bowl

• 15kW knife motor

• Variable high-speed cutting

• Forward and reverse mixing

• Adjustable bowl rotation

• Digital touchscreen control system

• Interactive recipe programming

• Digital product temperature monitoring

• Automatic time and temperature stopping functions

• Motorised stainless steel knife cover

• Transparent noise-protection cover

• Stainless steel machine construction

• Industrial safety systems

Available Options and Upgrades

Depending on the selected configuration, additional equipment may include:

• PowerPlus motor upgrade – 22kW knife motor for more demanding applications.

• Additional cutting knife sets and suitable alternative knife arrangements.

• Remote support and Industry 4.0 integration, subject to configuration.

The precise standard equipment and available upgrades should be confirmed with Superior Food Machinery.

Talsa K55 S vs K55 S PowerPlus

The standard Talsa K55 S and K55 S PowerPlus both feature a 55-litre bowl and variable cutting speeds of up to 5,000 rpm.

The main difference is the available motor power.

The standard K55 S features a 15kW knife motor and 16.5kW total machine power.

The PowerPlus version incorporates a 22kW knife motor and 23.5kW total machine power.

This provides approximately 47% more knife motor power, making the PowerPlus version particularly relevant to manufacturers processing dense or demanding mixtures.

The additional motor power does not increase the maximum knife speed. Its benefit is the greater power available during chopping.

Talsa K55 S vs Talsa K95 S PP

The Talsa K55 S and K95 S PP are both professional bowl cutters designed for chopping, mixing and emulsifying food products.

The K55 S features a 55-litre bowl, making it particularly suitable for smaller production batches.

The larger K95 S PP offers a 95-litre bowl, providing additional capacity for manufacturers processing larger quantities.

Both machines offer cutting speeds of up to 5,000 rpm.

The standard K55 S has a 15kW knife motor, compared with the 30kW PowerPlus knife motor on the K95 S PP.

The most suitable machine will depend on batch size, product formulation, processing requirements and available installation space.

Talsa Bowl Cutters from Superior Food Machinery

At Superior Food Machinery, we understand that choosing the right bowl cutter involves more than simply selecting a bowl capacity.

Product type, required texture, cutting power, batch size and processing efficiency all need to be considered.

Our team can help you assess your production requirements and identify suitable Talsa food processing machinery.

Contact Superior Food Machinery for further information, pricing and availability of the Talsa K55 S Bowl Cutter.