Nowicki KN550HL Industrial Bowl Cutter / Chopper

• External Dimensions (WxDxH) See diagram
• Power 3ph 200kW
• Volume 550 litre
• Capacity 120-500kg product (depending on product type)
• Knife Speed Variable between 100 to 4000rpm
• Mixing Speed Variable between 100 to 300rpm
• Bowl Speed Variable between 2 to 20rpm
• Digital Thermometer included
• Control Panel Touch panel with joysticks to control covers, loader & unloader
• Weight 7500kg machine & 380kg control panel 

Optional extras:

• Additional knife set (6 pieces U4 or U3)
• Auto water dosing
• SCADA monitoring system with industrial computer
• Additional outside ventilation system
• Air conditioning system for electric box (in case of high humidity or temp over 30'C)
• Remote drive of master switch (recommended when electric box is located in another room)
• Inspection hole in front cover
• Additional guarded cabling

Nowicki KN550HL Industrial Bowl Cutter / Chopper

The Nowicki KN550HL Bowl Cutter is a heavy-duty industrial food processing machine designed for high-capacity chopping, mixing and emulsifying operations.

Manufactured by Metalbud Nowicki, the KN550HL features a 550-litre bowl, making it particularly suitable for large-scale sausage manufacturers, meat processors and prepared food production facilities.

Also known as an industrial bowl chopper, the machine combines a rotating bowl with high-speed cutting knives to process ingredients to the required consistency.

Its stainless steel construction, adjustable cutting speeds and industrial handling systems make it a practical solution for manufacturers requiring reliable, repeatable processing across substantial production batches.

550-Litre Bowl Capacity for Industrial Food Production

One of the main advantages of the Nowicki KN550HL is its large 550-litre bowl capacity.

The machine is designed for businesses processing substantial quantities of meat and other suitable food ingredients.

Its large bowl allows manufacturers to prepare sizeable batches of sausage meat, finely chopped mixtures and meat emulsions within a single processing cycle.

The actual working capacity will depend on the product formulation, ingredient density and required processing conditions.

High-Speed Chopping and Emulsification

The Nowicki KN550 range features an adjustable cutterhead speed of 200–3,800 rpm, allowing the chopping process to be adapted to different products and required textures.

The combination of high-speed cutting knives and a rotating bowl allows ingredients to pass repeatedly through the cutting area.

This makes the machine suitable for a variety of applications, including coarse chopping, fine chopping and emulsification.

For sausage manufacturers, this provides flexibility when preparing different product formulations.

Controlled Mixing and Ingredient Distribution

In addition to high-speed cutting, the Nowicki KN550 range offers reverse-direction mixing at approximately 100–300 rpm.

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

The bowl rotation is adjustable between 2 and 15 rpm, helping control the movement of ingredients through the processing area.

The combination of chopping and mixing functions makes the machine suitable for products requiring consistent ingredient distribution and controlled texture.

Applications for the Nowicki KN550HL

Sausage Manufacturing

The KN550HL is particularly suitable for industrial sausage production, 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 finely processed meat emulsions for suitable sausage and prepared meat products.

Pâtés and Fine Meat Products

The machine can be used to produce finely chopped mixtures where a consistent, uniform texture is important.

Burger and Meat Product Manufacturing

Depending on the required formulation, the KN550HL can be used to chop and mix ingredients for burgers and other processed meat products.

Other Food Processing Applications

Nowicki industrial bowl cutters can also be used for suitable fish, vegetable and prepared food applications, subject to the manufacturer's recommendations.

Stainless Steel Construction and Hygienic Design

The Nowicki KN550HL is designed for demanding industrial food processing environments where hygiene and regular cleaning are essential.

The KN550 range features stainless steel construction and polished product-contact surfaces.

Its design provides access to the processing area for cleaning and routine maintenance.

The manufacturer's industrial cutter range also incorporates hygienic design features intended to minimise areas where product residues can accumulate.

Industrial Product Handling

Handling large quantities of meat mixture efficiently is an important consideration when selecting a high-capacity bowl cutter.

The Nowicki KN550 range can incorporate hydraulic loading systems for standard meat trolleys and product unloading arrangements to help transfer processed mixtures to the next production stage.

Hydraulically operated bowl covers and industrial controls are also available within the range.

The precise loading, unloading and control equipment supplied with the KN550HL should be confirmed against the selected machine specification.

Key Features and Benefits

• 550-litre bowl capacity – suitable for substantial industrial processing batches.

• High-speed chopping – adjustable cutterhead speeds of 200–3,800 rpm across the KN550 range.

• Reverse-direction mixing – allows ingredients to be combined at lower speeds.

• Adjustable bowl rotation – helps control product movement during processing.

• Stainless steel construction – designed for professional food manufacturing environments.

• Chopping and emulsification – suitable for sausage production and finely processed meat mixtures.

• Industrial product handling – loading and unloading systems available according to configuration.

• Microprocessor-based controls – support management of cutting and mixing operations.

• Temperature monitoring – available within the manufacturer's industrial cutter range.

• Hygienic design – polished product-contact surfaces support routine cleaning.

• Heavy-duty construction– intended for demanding industrial processing applications.

   

Standard Equipment and Available Options

The Nowicki KN550HL belongs to the manufacturer's industrial bowl cutter range, which offers a variety of processing, handling and control features.

Principal Machine Features

• 550-litre bowl

• Stainless steel construction

• High-speed cutting system

• Adjustable cutterhead speed

• Reverse-direction mixing

• Adjustable bowl rotation

• Industrial control system

• Product-contact surfaces designed for hygienic processing

Available Equipment and Upgrades

Depending on the selected configuration, the Nowicki KN550 range can offer:

• Hydraulic loading equipment

• Product unloading system

• Automatic water dosing

• Additional cutting knife arrangements

• Temperature monitoring

• Programmable processing recipes

• Automatic central lubrication

• Machine monitoring and diagnostic functions

• Higher-powered motor arrangements

Please contact Superior Food Machinery to confirm which features are included with the KN550HL and which are optional.

Nowicki KN550HL vs KN550V – What's the Difference?

Both the Nowicki KN550HL and KN550V are heavy-duty industrial bowl cutters designed for high-capacity meat chopping, mixing and emulsification.

Both machines feature a 550-litre bowl capacity, making them suitable for large-scale sausage manufacturing and food processing.

The main difference is their processing method.

The KN550HL is a conventional industrial bowl cutter, using high-speed cutting knives and a rotating bowl to chop, mix and emulsify ingredients.

The KN550V incorporates vacuum processing, allowing ingredients to be chopped and mixed under reduced pressure.

Vacuum processing helps minimise air incorporation during chopping, which can be beneficial when manufacturing finely emulsified sausages and other products requiring a uniform texture.

The standard KN550 cutterhead speed range is 200–3,800 rpm, while the KN550V vacuum model is listed with a range of 100–3,800 rpm.

The vacuum version also requires a larger installation footprint and has a higher overall machine weight.

Which model should you choose?

The KN550HL is suitable for manufacturers requiring substantial chopping and mixing capacity without vacuum processing.

The KN550V is better suited to applications where reducing air incorporation during chopping is particularly important.

The most appropriate machine depends on the product formulation, required texture, processing method and production requirements.

Nowicki Industrial Bowl Cutters from Superior Food Machinery

At Superior Food Machinery, we understand that selecting an industrial bowl cutter involves more than simply choosing the largest available bowl.

Batch size, product formulation, required texture, chopping speeds, temperature control and product handling all need to be considered.

Our experienced team can help you select suitable Nowicki food processing machinery for your application.

Contact Superior Food Machinery for further information, pricing and availability of the Nowicki KN550HL Industrial Bowl Cutter.