Formatic R2200 Automatic Meatball Machine

• External Dimensions (WxDxH) 775x600x625mm
• Throughput 4400/hr (variable)
• Meatball Size 35mm diameter with 34mm depth
• Power 0.55kW (1 phase)
• Hopper 20 litre (options to increase size)
• Weight 75kg

Looking for a perfectly round meatball? Then add the MDB Meatball Rounder!

Formatic R2200 Automatic Meatball Machine

The Formatic R2200 Meatball Machine is a versatile automatic forming and portioning machine designed for commercial meatball production.

Manufactured in the UK by Deighton Manufacturing, the R2200 provides an efficient way to produce consistently sized meatball portions, reducing the time and labour required for manual forming.

Supplied with a 35mm diameter meatball forming drum, the machine portions prepared mixtures into uniform shapes, ready for hand finishing, automatic rounding or further processing.

For businesses looking to automate the complete meatball forming process, the optional MDB Meatball Rounder can be positioned after the R2200 to produce consistently rounded meatballs without the need for manual finishing.

Automatic Meatball Forming and Portioning

Producing meatballs by hand can be time-consuming, particularly when larger quantities and consistent portion sizes are required.

The Formatic R2200 automates the forming process, helping food manufacturers produce repeatable meatball portions with less manual handling.

Prepared meat mixture is loaded into the machine's hopper, where synchronised paddles gently transfer the product into the forming drum.

As the drum rotates, the mixture is formed into individual portions before being released onto the conveyor belt.

The finished portions can then be collected for hand finishing or transferred to a suitable downstream rounding machine.

This process helps manufacturers improve production consistency while reducing the time spent manually portioning meatball mixtures.

35mm Meatball Forming Drum (other sizes available)

The Formatic R2200 is supplied in this configuration with a 35mm diameter meatball forming drum, with a forming depth of 34mm.

The drum produces consistent portions suitable for further rounding into finished meatballs.

This is particularly useful for businesses manufacturing products where uniform size and appearance are important.

The R2200's interchangeable drum system also provides flexibility for manufacturers producing other formed food products.

Different forming drums can be specified to suit alternative shapes, sizes and applications.

Optional MDB Meatball Rounder – Fully Rounded Meatballs

For manufacturers wanting to produce consistently round meatballs without hand finishing, the MDB Meatball Rounder is available as an optional addition to the Formatic R2200.

The R2200 first portions and forms the meatball mixture using its forming drum.

The formed portions then travel along the R2200 conveyor before dropping into the MDB Meatball Rounder.

The MDB automatically rounds the portions into a more uniform spherical shape before discharging them for collection or further processing.

This arrangement provides an efficient alternative to manually rolling meatballs after forming.

Benefits of adding the MDB Meatball Rounder include:

• Automatic rounding of formed meatball portions
• Reduced manual handling and finishing
• More consistent finished meatball shape
• Improved efficiency during larger production runs
• A practical upgrade path from the standalone R2200

The MDB is a separate machine and is not included with the standard R2200 meatball former.

For more information, see our dedicated **MDB Meatball Rounder** product page or contact Superior Food Machinery to discuss a complete meatball forming and rounding system.

Variable Production Speed

The Formatic R2200 features adjustable operating speed, allowing production to be matched to the mixture and processing requirements.

With the meatball drum configuration listed by Superior Food Machinery, output can reach up to 4,400 formed portions per hour, depending on the number of forming cavities, product and machine settings.

This makes the R2200 suitable for food businesses looking to increase meatball production while maintaining consistent portion sizes.

Where the MDB Meatball Rounder is added, the overall production rate will depend on the capacities and operating settings of both machines.

Suitable for Different Meatball Recipes

The Formatic R2200 can be used to form suitable prepared food mixtures, including:

• Beef meatballs
• Pork meatballs
• Chicken and poultry meatballs
• Lamb meatballs
• Mixed meat recipes
• Suitable vegetarian and plant-based mixtures
• Other formed food products using alternative drums

The consistency, temperature and composition of the mixture can affect forming performance.

For specialist recipes, we recommend discussing your product requirements with Superior Food Machinery to ensure the correct forming drum and machine configuration are selected.

Versatile Forming Machine for Other Products

Although supplied with a dedicated meatball drum, the Formatic R2200 is not limited to meatball production.

Alternative forming drums can be used to produce suitable products such as burgers, patties, fish cakes, vegetable portions, potato products and other formed foods.

This makes the R2200 a useful investment for manufacturers producing multiple product lines or planning to introduce additional products in the future.

Easy Operation and Cleaning

The Formatic R2200 is designed for straightforward operation in commercial food production environments.

Its stainless steel construction and accessible forming components support routine cleaning and maintenance.

The interchangeable drum system also allows the machine to be adapted for different products.

Additional equipment, including larger hoppers, extended conveyors and automatic wire cleaning, may be available depending on the required configuration.

Key Features and Benefits

• Automatic commercial meatball forming machine
• 35mm diameter meatball forming drum
• 34mm forming depth
• Variable production speed
• Up to 4,400 formed portions per hour in the specified meatball configuration
• Consistent meatball portioning and forming
• Reduces manual forming requirements
• Conveyor discharge for collection or further processing
• Optional MDB Meatball Rounder for automatic spherical shaping
• Suitable for a range of prepared meat mixtures
• Alternative forming drums available
• Stainless steel construction
• Single-phase electrical supply
• Optional larger hopper and conveyor arrangements
• Suitable for butchers, meat processors and food manufacturers

Formatic R2200 Meatball Machine from Superior Food Machinery

At Superior Food Machinery, we supply commercial meatball machines and forming equipment for food manufacturers throughout the UK.

The Formatic R2200 with 35mm meatball drum provides an efficient solution for businesses looking to improve meatball portioning consistency and reduce manual production time.

For customers requiring a more automated production process, the optional MDB Meatball Rounder can be added to create a combined meatball forming and rounding system.

Whether you're introducing meatball production or upgrading an existing process, our team can help you select the right equipment for your product and required output.

Contact Superior Food Machinery for further information, pricing and availability of the Formatic R2200 Meatball Machine and optional MDB Meatball Rounder.