Nowicki KN550V Industrial Vacuum Bowl Cutter / Chopper

• External Dimensions (WxDxH) 3550x3900x2400mm (3400mm height with lid open)
• Power 3ph 200kW
• Volume 550 litre
• Capacity 120-500kg product (depending on product type)
• Knife Speed Variable between 100 to 3800rpm
• 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
• NX injection

Nowicki KN-550V Industrial Vacuum Bowl Cutter / Chopper

The Nowicki KN-550V Vacuum Bowl Cutter, also known as the KN550 vacuum bowl chopper, is a heavy-duty industrial machine designed for chopping, mixing and emulsifying meat products under vacuum.

Manufactured by Metalbud Nowicki, the KN-550V features a 550-litre stainless steel bowl and high-speed cutting system, making it suitable for large-scale sausage manufacturing, meat processing and prepared food production.

By processing ingredients under vacuum, the machine helps reduce air incorporation during chopping and mixing, supporting a more uniform product texture and consistent finished products.

With adjustable cutterhead speeds of 100–3800 rpm, the KN-550V provides flexibility for different meat processing applications, from controlled chopping through to fine emulsification.

Vacuum Processing for Improved Product Consistency

One of the main advantages of the Nowicki KN-550V is its ability to chop and mix ingredients under vacuum.

Vacuum processing helps reduce the amount of air incorporated into meat mixtures during chopping. This can be particularly beneficial when manufacturing emulsified sausages, pâtés and other finely processed products where texture and consistency are important.

Reducing entrapped air can also help produce a denser, more uniform mixture, depending on the recipe and processing conditions.

For manufacturers looking to improve consistency between production batches, vacuum chopping provides additional control over the processing environment.

550-Litre Bowl Capacity for Industrial Production

The KN-550V features a 550-litre bowl, making it suitable for industrial food manufacturers processing substantial batches of meat and other suitable ingredients.

Its large capacity is particularly useful for businesses producing sausages, finely chopped meat products and emulsified mixtures on a commercial scale.

The combination of high-speed cutting and controlled bowl movement allows ingredients to be processed to the required texture.

The actual working batch capacity will depend on the product, recipe and processing requirements.

Adjustable High-Speed Cutting System

The Nowicki KN-550V features an adjustable cutterhead speed range of 100–3,800 rpm, allowing the cutting process to be adapted to different products.

The machine also offers a reverse-direction mixing speed range of approximately 100–300 rpm, supporting ingredient mixing operations where high-speed cutting is not required.

This flexibility makes the KN-550V suitable for a range of processing tasks, from mixing ingredients through to preparing finely chopped meat emulsions.

Applications for the Nowicki KN-550V

Sausage Manufacturing

Suitable for preparing finely chopped and emulsified sausage mixtures where consistent ingredient distribution and controlled texture are important.

Pâtés and Fine Meat Products

Vacuum chopping can help achieve smooth, uniform mixtures for pâtés and other finely processed meat products.

Meat Emulsions

The adjustable cutting system allows manufacturers to process ingredients to the required degree of emulsification.

Prepared Food Manufacturing

Depending on the product and configuration, the KN-550V can be used for suitable food mixtures requiring industrial chopping and mixing.

Stainless Steel Construction and Hygienic Design

The Nowicki KN-550V is designed for demanding industrial food processing environments.

Its stainless steel construction and food-contact surfaces are intended to support regular cleaning and hygienic operation.

The machine's control and processing systems allow operators to manage cutting and mixing operations according to the requirements of the product being manufactured.

Key Features and Benefits

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

• Vacuum chopping and mixing – helps reduce air incorporation during processing.

• Adjustable cutterhead speed – 100–3,800 rpm.

• Reverse-direction mixing – approximately 100–300 rpm.

• High-speed chopping and emulsification – suitable for sausage production and fine meat mixtures.

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

• Industrial machine design – suitable for demanding meat processing operations.

• Controlled processing– supports consistent product texture and ingredient distribution.

   

Standard Equipment and Available Options

The KN-550V is designed around a large-capacity vacuum cutting system with adjustable cutting and mixing speeds.

Depending on the selected machine configuration, Nowicki offers additional processing and control features across its industrial cutter range.

These can include advanced control systems, automated handling arrangements and specialist processing options.

A vacuum cutter with cooking capability is also available within Nowicki's product range, incorporating bowl-jacket heating and steam injection for applications requiring thermal processing.

The cooking version should be treated as a separate configuration rather than assumed to be included with the standard KN-550V.

Please contact Superior Food Machinery to confirm the machine specification and available options.

Nowicki KN-550HL vs KN-550V – What's the Difference?

Both the Nowicki KN-550HL and KN-550V are industrial bowl cutters with a 550-litre bowl capacity, designed for large-scale chopping, mixing and emulsification.

The main difference is that the KN-550V incorporates vacuum processing, whereas the KN-550HL is a conventional non-vacuum bowl cutter.

The standard KN-550HL is suitable for industrial chopping and mixing applications where processing under vacuum is not required. It features an adjustable cutterhead speed of 200–3,800 rpm.

The KN-550V offers the additional ability to process ingredients under vacuum, helping reduce air incorporation and supporting a more uniform texture in suitable meat emulsions. Its manufacturer-listed cutterhead speed range is 100–3,800 rpm.

The vacuum version also requires a larger installation footprint and is substantially heavier than the non-vacuum model.

Which model should you choose?

The KN-550HL is suited to manufacturers requiring high-capacity conventional chopping and mixing.

The KN-550V is better suited to businesses producing fine meat emulsions and other products where controlling air incorporation during processing is particularly important.

Nowicki Vacuum Bowl Cutters from Superior Food Machinery

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

Product type, required texture, batch size, processing temperature and the benefits of vacuum operation all need to be considered.

Our team can help you assess your production requirements and select suitable food processing machinery for your application.

Contact Superior Food Machinery for further information, pricing and availability of the Nowicki KN-550V Vacuum Bowl Cutter.