Dishwashers to Slicers: Hobart Commercial Kitchen Essentials

Hobart has been a leading manufacturer of foodservice equipment, restaurant supplies and commercial cooking equipment for over 100 years. The Hobart name has come to stand for technology innovation, quality and reliability. Perhaps best known for mixers and slicers, the company produces equipment for every food service application. Let’s review some examples in these six commercial kitchen categories: dishwashers, buffalo choppers, meat grinders, meat saws, mixers and slicers.

HOBART DISHWASHERS

For a commercial food service business, keeping dishes and glasses clean is essential for success. To make sure a business continues to grow and abides by federal, state and local laws, choosing the correct commercial dishwasher is critical. Hobart offers a complete selection of commercial dishwashers with a model for every application. Most of their dishwashers are ENERGY STAR® certified, offering the latest technology in the industry. The Advansys Models help reduce energy and water costs, labor costs and chemical costs. Hobart Advansys machines have received numerous awards, including FCSI Innovative Product of the Year, Kitchen Innovation Awards and the What’s Hot! What’s Cool! Award, as well as Best in Class by Food Equipment & Supplies.

Dishwasher Categories:

Flight Type Dishwashers

A flight dishwasher is made up of separate compartments which fit together to provide a complete washing system. These may include a pre-washing section to prepare pots, pans and utensils, the main wash section, which provides a variety of washes and timed cycles, and finally, the drying section. The FT1000 Advansys Flight-Type Hobart Dishwasher saves heat and energy with its Energy Recovery system, designed to use exhaust energy for heating incoming cold water. The FT1000 has been designed for the lowest total cost of ownership and improved care and operation for all components of dishwashing performance, including: cleaning, life cycle, chemicals, soil management, labor and utilities. Hobart claims their patent-pending technology results in an annual saving of up to $26,000 over previous Hobart flight-type models.

Conveyor Type

For a restaurant, cafeteria or other high volume dining establishment, a conveyor dishwasher is essential to efficiently keep large quantities of dishes clean and ready for service. These dishwashers come in either high- or low-temperature options and can be configured to run left to right or vice versa, depending on the kitchen’s setup. The Advansys CLeN Conveyor dishwasher utilizes the Hobart’s Energy Recovery technology to implement the most efficient use of energy, water, labor and floor space of any conveyor dishwasher in the industry. Hobart estimates the savings in both energy and water could literally pay for the machine within a few years. The CLeN Dishwasher is so efficient that it can clean up to 8,550 dishes an hour, using 50 percent less rinse water and energy, in less space, than comparable models. The ENERGY STAR® certified, CleN Dishwasher includes other advanced technology features:

• Power scrapper
• Patent-pending thermal layered curtains
• "Intelligent Dwell" pot and pan mode
• Configurable de-lime notification 

Door Type Dishwasher  

The Advansys AM Select Ventless door type dishwasher is the first high-temp, ventless, door type dishwasher featuring Hobart’s Energy Recovery system. With no ventilation hood, the AM Select Ventless is easy to install and less expensive than models requiring ventilation. The Hobart LT-1 low-temp chemical dishwasher is their least expensive door type dishwasher. It can clean 37 racks per hour, using only 1.7 gallons of water per rack. The LT-1 is the perfect starter dishwasher for those looking for Hobart dishwashing performance at a very attractive price. Both commercial dishwashers, the LT-1 and the AM Select, are ENERGY STAR® certified and include industry-leading Hobart cleaning.

Undercounter Type Dishwasher

The Hobart Advansys™ LXe Undercounter Dishwasher is designed to provide maximum cleaning power in a compact space while saving money in water and energy costs. Available in both high-temp and low-temp models, the Advansys LXe undercounter dishwasher is perfect for coffee shops, bars and restaurants. It includes the Sense-a-Temp™ booster heater technology and is ENERGY STAR® qualified.

Additional Dishwashers:

Hobart offers additional other variations of dishwashing machines including:

• Low-Temp Chemical Dishwasher
• Advansys LXGe Glasswasher
• Pot, Pan and Utensil Dishwasher 

HOBART BUFFALO CHOPPERS and FOOD CUTTERS

The Hobart Buffalo Choppers and Food Cutters are ideal for processing meats, vegetables, fruits and more. Designed with toughness and versatility, these powerful food cutters come in two sizes that feature stainless steel bowls and heavy-duty motors. The double cutlery-grade stainless steel knives reduce food products to a uniform size for salads, spreads, bread crumbs, dips, chopped steaks and other fine foods. The Food Cutters come in 14" and 18" stainless steel bowl sizes with versatile attachments for slicing, shredding and chopping vegetables, meats and cheeses. A durable 1/2 horsepower motor ensures a constant 22 RPM bowl rotation, as well as a 1725 RPM knife rotation to meet the most demanding operations. Food products are easily reduced to uniformly small pieces for salads, spreads, bread crumbs and other budget-friendly recipes. For exceptional cleaning and sanitation, the Hobart 84145 and 84186 food cutters can be easily disassembled without the use of tools. The bowl, bowl cover and knives are all easily removable. Additionally, the housing is designed of one-piece, burnished aluminum, and contains no cracks or crevices to trap food particles.

HOBART MEAT GRINDERS

Hobart meat grinders are ideal for either fresh or tempered meat. Durable and easy-to-clean, they have been designed to eliminate meat mashing, meeting the needs of high-volume operations.   Model Comparison:

Model	Lbs. Per Minute	Hopper Size	Motor
4146	8 lbs.	N/A	½ HP
4822	16 lbs.	N/A	1 ½ HP
4732/4732A	35-40 lbs.	N/A	3 HP
4146	60-65 lbs.	N/A	5 HP
4246	55-60 lbs.	140 lbs.	5 HP Grind, 1 HP Mix
4246HD	55-60 lbs.	140 lbs.	7 ½ HP Grind, 1 HP Mix

 

Large capacity needs

The 4146 Meat Grinder is ideal for large capacity needs, where fast and clean cut, high-quality ground products are of prime importance.  A powerful 5 H.P. motor, 215 rpm transmission, magnetic starter and high back are included for large capacity needs. This mixer grinds 60 to 65 pounds of fresh beef per minute through a 1/8" plate, and 45 to 50 pounds of second cut beef per minute through a 1/8" plate without mashing. All food contact surfaces are easily cleanable.

Continuous chopping action

The Hobart 4822 meat chopper is ideal for "on-demand" meat chopping. Its powerful 1 1/2 horsepower motor and 212 RPM transmission grind 12-20 pounds of meat per minute through a 1/8" plate for fast, uniform results every time. The Hobart 4822 meat chopper offers tool-free cleaning to keep up with frequent use, sanitation, and food safety standards. All parts are readily accessible and easy to remove for cleaning without the use of tools. The stainless steel exterior housing makes it easy to sanitize.  

Compact design

The Hobart 4732 and 4732A Meat Choppers come standard with a 3 H.P. motor and floor-mount legs. The compact design chopper can be fed at a rapid pace with continuous chopping action. It won't mash or crush meat, allowing food products to keep their natural color and flavor. The machine can chop meat at the rate of 35 to 40 pounds per minute through a 1/8" plate, and 25 to 30 pounds of second cut beef per minute through a 1/8" plate. It includes 14-gauge stainless steel removable feed pan with a guard and an oil bath transmission with a double lip seal to prevent loss of oil and moisture damage.

Heavy duty

Equipped with a 140-pound meat capacity hopper, the Hobart 4246 meat grinder/mixer is perfect for heavy duty meat preparation. The stainless-steel grinder/mixer can grind 55 to 60 pounds of fresh boneless beef per minute through a 1/8" plate, and 60 to 65 lb. of pork per minute through a 3/16" plate. The exclusive wedge cylinder grinding end guarantees full rate feeding for the entire meat batch. The machine is powered by two separate drive systems: a 5 H.P. grind motor and a 1 H.P. mix motor. For safety purposes, both drive systems simultaneously stop when the stop switch is depressed. The mixing arm, cylinder, conveyor screw and conveyor screw drive shaft are all easily removed for ease of cleaning and sanitation. The unit also features convenient up-front, easy-to-reach controls and an easily converted hopper lid for right or left side loading.

HOBART MEAT SAWS

The Hobart 6614, 126" vertical meat saw provides precise cuts, simple operation and outstanding durability. The cutting blade is powered by a direct gear drive transmission that requires minimal maintenance since there are no belts to replace, slip, adjust or break. A 3500 FPM blade speed makes it to easily cut through bone. The heavy-duty meat saw features a rugged gauge plate that ensures precise regulation of cut thickness. A center crown pulley design, combined with retaining double flanges, provides a consistent performance over the long haul without the loss of blade integrity. Hobart designed its meat saws for safety and ease of use. The upper and lower pulleys are completely enclosed, and the blade is guarded above and below the cutting zone. A pusher plate takes the risk out of handling items too close to the blade. With an integrated pulley system and a 3 H.P., water-resistant motor, the Hobart Meat Saw provides a clean, precise cut with every use. Hobart currently offers two models of its meat saws, the 6614 and the 6801. The 6801 model comes with a 5/8" x 142" blade at a speed of 4150 FPM.  Both saws include the following standard features:

• Reduced footprint
• 3 H.P. motor for durability and reliability
• Direct gear drive transmission
• Tri-rail carriage
• Open frame stainless steel construction
• Center crown pulley
• Removable double flanged pulleys
• Split rear table
• Direction grain stainless steel
• Pivoted automatic tension
• Adjustable legs 

HOBART MIXERS

Hobart offers a full line of powerful planetary and spiral commercial mixers, both countertop and floor models, in a variety of sizes to meet every requirement including:

• Legacy® Countertop Mixers
• Legacy® Floor Mixers
• Legacy® Pizza Mixer
• Spiral Mixers
• Cutter Mixer
• 5-Quart Mixer

Legacy® Countertop Mixers

The Legacy® Countertop Mixer featuring Shift-on-the-Fly™ Technology and Quick Release™ Agitators, is ideal for operations with limited kitchen space. Whip up a delicious batter, beat egg whites, knead heavy bread dough and much more. The exclusive swing-out bowl, available in 12 – 20-quart sizes, makes loading and unloading product so much easier. The proven technology of the Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) provides the power and speed for every application.   Key features:

• Ergonomic design with metallic gray, hybrid, powder-coated finish
• Heavy-duty, three-speed, 1/2 hp motor, gear transmission, stir speed function and shift on the fly controls that allow speed adjustment while the mixer is in operation.
• A 15-minute smart-timer automatically shuts the machine off after the desired time for more consistent results and greater efficiency.

Legacy® Floor Mixer

Legacy® Floor Mixers consistently win Best-in-Class awards for performance and reliability. The all-purpose floor mixer comes complete with everything required to quickly prepare fluffy mashed potatoes and moist bakery-style cakes, signature pizza dough and rich, tasty icing. Key features:

• Available in 30 to 140-quart sizes
• Three-speed, 3/4 horsepower motor and gear transmission
• Shift-on-the-Fly™ technology and SmartTimer™ for precise mixing
• Swing out bowl technology makes removing food product a breeze
• Power Bowl Lift button takes heavy lifting out of mixing
• Quick Release Agitators 

HOBART SLICERS

Slice cheese, deli meats and vegetables with ease and precision. Hobart slicers can tackle most heavy-duty slicing tasks. All Hobart meat slicers, both manual and automatic, are designed for safety and functionality. To reduce the risk of accidents, all slicers have a zero-exposure knife design and a no-volt release system that requires the slicer be restarted in the event of a power failure. Standard features:

• The 13" CleanCut knife is non-removable to reduce the risk of injuries. The wear-resistant, stellite alloy, blade is made to stay sharper and last twice as long as carbon coated or stainless steel knives.
• Built-In Sharpener: A top-mounted Borazon stone sharpener both hones and sharpens the blade, and does so in as little as 5 seconds.
• Easy-to-Clean Components: A new tilting, removable carriage system, removable meat grip arm and a removable ring guard cover help to make cleaning even easier. The spring kickstand helps lift the slicer for cleaning underneath the base of the unit.
• The 1/2 hp motor and ample product carriage with a 12 1/2" manual travel can easily handle continuous slicing of meats and is even powerful enough to cut cheeses.
• Maximum Slice Thickness of 1 inch: An adjustment knob makes choosing the slice size simple. Plus, the double action indexing cam allows precise thick or thin slicing.
• Max Product Size, 12" x 7 ½ inch: The carriage can handle foods up to 12" wide by 7 1/2" high allowing anything from large hams to salami and pepperoni. The meat grip arm keeps the food firmly in place during slicing.

SUMMARY

The appliances described here represent only a fraction of all food equipment products that are available from Hobart. However, they demonstrate Hobart’s dedication, for more than a century, to supporting commercial and institutional foodservice and food retail professionals by providing superior design and dependable equipment they can trust.