12-roll vegetable peeler (ie potatoes, carrots, etc.) - "BACKUS"

12-roll peeler for vegetables

(i.e. potatoes, carrots, etc.) - "BACKUS"

The BACKUS 12-roller peeler is an industrial machine designed for mechanical cleaning and finishing of root vegetables, such as potatoes, carrots, and beets. The machine was designed by the renowned manufacturer Backus B.V. (Netherlands) for continuous operation in food industry processing lines.

The design, based on 12 parallel rollers, ensures intensive yet controlled surface abrasion of vegetables, minimizing raw material losses.

Dimensions

• Total length: 3,800 mm
• Total width: 1,500 mm
• Total height: 2,000 mm
• Additionally: +600 mm – detachable legs
• The frame construction allows height adjustment to match other elements of the production line.

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: Backus B.V., Netherlands
• Material: stainless steel
• Number of rollers: 12
• Roller length: 3,000 mm
• Roller diameter: 105 mm
• Adjustable roller rotation speed

Drive and power supply

• Worm gear motor: 0.6 kW
• Two geared motors: 2 × 5.5 kW (each drives 6 rollers)
• Total machine power: 11.7 kW
• Independent drives allow precise adjustment of abrasion intensity depending on the raw material.

Auxiliary systems

• Water spraying system – supports cleaning and reduces dust
• Automatic water shutoff after stopping the machine – increased safety and media savings

Features and benefits

• High efficiency and continuous operation
• Adjustable abrasion intensity
• Minimal raw material loss
• Robust stainless steel construction resistant to corrosion
• Easy integration with other machines in the processing line
• Complies with food industry hygiene standards

Applications

The BACKUS 12-roller peeler is used in:

• Root vegetable processing plants
• Vegetable peeling and cleaning lines
• Production of frozen products and vegetable semi-finished products
• Modern high-capacity food industry facilities