Formatic R2200 Automatic Burger Forming Machine

• External Dimensions (WxDxH) 775x600x625mm
• Throughput 2200/hr (variable)
• Power 0.55kW (1 phase)
• Hopper 20 litre
• Weight 75kg

Formatic R2200 Automatic Burger Machine & Food Portioning System

The Formatic R2200 Automatic Burger Machine is a versatile commercial burger forming and food portioning machine designed for professional butchers, meat processors, catering suppliers and food manufacturers.

Manufactured in the UK by Deighton Manufacturing, the R2200 is capable of producing up to 2,200 formed products per hour, making it an excellent choice for businesses looking to increase production capacity and reduce the time spent forming burgers manually.

Featuring variable-speed operation, a compact machine design and interchangeable forming drums, the Formatic R2200 can be used to produce consistently shaped burgers, patties and a wide variety of other food products.

The machine's synchronised paddle system gently transfers the prepared mixture into the forming drum, while a wire scraper assists with product release onto the discharge conveyor.

This makes the R2200 a practical solution for businesses requiring reliable, repeatable food forming without investing in a larger industrial production line.

Produce Up to 2,200 Burgers Per Hour

One of the main advantages of the Formatic R2200 is its production capacity.

With a maximum output of approximately 2,200 burgers or formed products per hour, the machine offers a substantial increase in forming capacity compared with manual burger presses.

Its variable-speed control allows operators to adjust the production rate according to the product being processed and the requirements of the production line.

This is particularly useful when working with different mixtures, portion sizes or downstream packaging arrangements.

Actual output will depend on the product consistency, selected forming drum and operating conditions.

Automatic Burger Forming for Consistent Portions

The Formatic R2200 uses a rotating forming drum and synchronised paddles to portion and shape prepared food mixtures.

As the drum rotates, the mixture is gently pressed into the selected mould cavity to create the required shape.

A wire drum scraper helps release the formed product onto the conveyor, ready for collection, packaging or further processing.

This automated process helps businesses produce burgers with consistent dimensions and presentation while reducing repetitive manual forming work.

The finished portion weight depends on the forming drum, mould depth, product density and mixture consistency.

Interchangeable Burger Forming Drums

The Formatic R2200 Burger Former can be supplied with different forming drums to suit individual products.

Common burger drum diameters include:

• 100mm (4-inch) – suitable for traditional burger patties.
• 118mm (approximately 5-inch) – suitable for larger burger products.

The R-Series forming system can accommodate suitable products up to approximately 120mm in diameter.

Alternative forming drum shapes are also available, allowing businesses to produce products other than conventional round burgers.

Depending on the selected drum, these can include rectangular portions, specialist shapes and smaller formed products.

The interchangeable drum system makes the R2200 particularly useful for manufacturers producing several product ranges.

Automatic Burger Papering

The Formatic R2200 is commonly supplied with an automatic papering system that places a separator paper beneath each formed burger.

This helps reduce sticking during product handling and makes it easier to transfer patties for packaging or further processing.

Automatic papering is particularly useful for businesses producing burgers in larger quantities, where manually placing individual separator papers would be time-consuming.

The exact papering arrangement and compatible paper sizes should be confirmed against the supplied machine.

Suitable for Meat, Fish and Plant-Based Products

Although widely used as an automatic burger making machine, the Formatic R2200 is capable of forming a much broader range of food products.

Beef, Pork and Lamb Burgers

Suitable for producing traditional meat burgers and other prepared minced-meat patties.

Chicken and Fish Products

Can be used with suitable poultry and fish mixtures, depending on the ingredients and product consistency.

Vegetarian and Plant-Based Burgers

The forming system can process suitable vegetable, pulse-based and meat-alternative mixtures.

Potato Products

Suitable for forming certain potato-based products, including rösti-style portions and croquettes.

Bakery and Confectionery

With appropriate forming drums and suitable mixtures, the machine can also be used for selected bakery and confectionery applications.

Cheese and Other Prepared Foods

The R2200 can be used for a range of suitable prepared food mixtures requiring repeatable portioning and shaping.

Product suitability should always be assessed according to the recipe, texture and required finished shape.

Gentle Forming with Synchronised Paddles

The Formatic system uses synchronised paddles to move the mixture into the forming drum.

Rather than relying on high-pressure forming, the system is designed to transfer suitable mixtures gently into the mould cavity.

This can be beneficial when processing products where maintaining the original mixture texture and appearance is important.

The forming process can be adjusted through the selected drum and operating speed to suit different production requirements.

Compact Design with Conveyor Discharge

The Formatic R2200 combines automatic forming with a relatively compact footprint.

With manufacturer-listed dimensions of approximately 700 × 600 × 640mm, it can be accommodated in many commercial food preparation and processing environments.

The integrated conveyor receives formed products as they are released from the drum, allowing operators to collect them for packaging or transfer them to the next production stage.

Alternative conveyor arrangements and supporting equipment may be available depending on the application.

Key Features and Benefits

• Up to 2,200 products per hour – suitable for commercial burger and patty production.
• Automatic portioning and forming – reduces repetitive manual forming operations.
• Variable-speed control – allows production speed to be adjusted.
• Interchangeable forming drums – accommodates different burger sizes and product shapes.
• 100mm and 118mm drum options – suitable for common burger diameters.
• Synchronised paddle system – gently transfers mixture into the forming drum.
• Wire drum scraper – assists with consistent product release.
• Conveyor discharge – transfers formed products for collection or further processing.
• Automatic papering configuration – places separator paper beneath formed products.
• 15kg hopper capacity – manufacturer-listed for the current R-Series specification.
• Single-phase electrical supply – suitable for many commercial production environments.
• Versatile applications – burgers, meat patties, fish products, vegetable mixtures and suitable bakery products.
• UK-manufactured equipment – produced by Deighton Manufacturing.

 Standard Equipment and Optional Upgrades

Core Machine Features

• Automatic food forming system
• Variable-speed operation
• Synchronised forming paddles
• Rotating forming drum
• Wire drum scraper
• Conveyor discharge
• Single-phase electric motor
• Hopper for prepared food mixture

Commonly Supplied Equipment – Confirm Configuration

• Choice of 100mm or 118mm forming drum
• Automatic burger papering attachment

Available Accessories and Upgrades

• Alternative forming drums and product shapes
• Larger-capacity hopper arrangements
• Extended discharge conveyor
• Automatic wire-cleaning system
• Mobile stainless steel trolley
• Compatible burger separator papers

Some upgrades may require additional services or changes to the standard machine configuration. Please contact Superior Food Machinery to confirm compatibility and availability.

Formatic R2200 vs R4000 – What's the Difference?

Both the Formatic R2200 and R4000 are automatic food forming machines designed for commercial burger production and other portioning applications.

They use similar forming principles, including synchronised paddles, interchangeable drums and conveyor discharge.

The main difference is their production capacity and motor power.

The Formatic R2200 offers an output of up to 2,200 products per hour, with a 550W motor.

The Formatic R4000 increases maximum output to approximately 4,000 products per hour and features a more powerful 1,500W motor, according to Deighton's published R-Series specifications.

Both models are available with interchangeable forming arrangements, allowing businesses to select suitable drums for their products.

Which model should you choose?

The R2200 is a practical choice for butchers and food manufacturers looking to automate burger production at moderate commercial volumes.

The R4000 is better suited to businesses requiring greater production capacity, particularly where higher daily output is a priority.

Formatic R2200 from Superior Food Machinery

At Superior Food Machinery, we supply professional burger making equipment for butchers, meat processors, catering businesses and food manufacturers.

Whether you're replacing a manual burger press, increasing production capacity or introducing new formed food products, the Formatic R2200 Automatic Burger Machine offers a flexible solution for commercial food forming.

Our team can help you select the appropriate forming drum, hopper arrangement and accessories for your products and production requirements.

Contact Superior Food Machinery for further information, pricing and availability of the Formatic R2200 Burger Machine.