Cutting is the stage where a modular slicer like the SliceFil-420 really makes a difference. This automatic machine, made of AISI-304 stainless steel, combines cutting precision, high speed, and a modular configuration that is defined prior to manufacturing and adapts to the specific needs of each production line, without requiring any subsequent changes once the machine has been manufactured.
What is a modular slicer, and how does it differ from a compact slicer?
A modular slicer is a cutting machine whose basic configuration can be expanded with interchangeable modules—such as a weighing scale, paper inserter, sorting conveyors, and slice folders. This allows a single slicer, the SliceFil-420, to be custom-built to meet the specific needs of each slicing line and to serve both industries that only need to stack slices and lines that also weigh the packages and prepare the product for delivery to a thermoforming machine.
The SliceFil-420 is built in accordance with European Directive 2006/42/EC and uses a circular blade cutting system with a diameter of 430 or 460 mm, featuring independent orbital and circular rotation motors. This allows it to cut the product with great precision and arrange it in stacked portions, staggered batches, or other configurations on a synchronized-feed output conveyor.
Key Features of the SliceFil-420 Modular Slicer
- Sturdy construction made of AISI-304 stainless steel, suitable for demanding food production environments.
- 150-mm portioning belt and 500-mm separation belt, with automatic vertical tilt of up to 70 mm in height.
- Pneumatic, automatic gripping clamp with a product detection sensor.
- Vertical and horizontal pneumatic presses with pressure adjustment to secure the product during cutting.
- Cutting parameters are configured from the control panel, which features a 15-inch touchscreen for adjusting all settings.
- Automatic removal of scrap parts at the end of production.
- Identifying and completing unfinished packages, thereby reducing product waste.
Optional modules: the key to a truly modular slicer
This is what sets the SliceFil-420 apart from a compact slicer. FINOVA offers a range of modules that can be integrated onto the same base:
- Paper or plastic interleaver, maximum width 280 mm, capable of handling 3 sheets of paper in parallel, each 90 mm wide.
- Dynamic weighing scale, with a 450 x 400 mm platform, a speed of 80–100 portions per minute, and a maximum weight of 1,000 g per portion (up to 3 parallel weighing lines).
- A 500-mm-long tilting sorting conveyor for rejecting portions on the upper conveyor belt.
- 2,000-mm-long conveyor belt for rejected items, for manual inspection.
- Side-dividing conveyor belt with an 80-mm deflection offset.
- Outfeed conveyor belt to the thermoforming machine, 500 mm wide and up to 3,000 mm long.
- A device for folding slices, designed for specific product presentations.
Technical Specifications for the SliceFil-420
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | 400 cuts/min |
| Maximum cutting length | 1,050 mm |
| Maximum cutting width | 350×125 mm / 200×160 mm / 285×140 mm |
| Stack Height | Up to 75 mm |
| Thickness of the slice | From 0.5 to 75 mm |
| Blade diameter | 430 or 460 mm |
| Voltage | 400V – III |
| Air pressure | 6 bar |
Why Choose a Modular Slicer Over Other Solutions on the Market
Most international manufacturers of industrial slicers offer high-performance equipment, but with fixed configurations or lengthy and costly customization processes. FINOVA’s modular approach with the SliceFil-420 offers a key advantage: each machine is custom-configured and manufactured by selecting the necessary modules—scale, interleaver, sorting conveyors, etc.—prior to production, based on the actual needs of each slicing line. Added to this is European manufacturing with technical support, a key factor in reducing response times in the event of an issue.
Industrial Applications of the SliceFil-420 Modular Slicer
The SliceFil-420 is designed for cutting and stacking:
- Cheeses in various shapes and sizes.
- Cured sausages.
- Cooked sausages.
Its production capacity (400 cuts per minute) makes it particularly well-suited for medium- and large-scale manufacturing industries that need to maintain a consistent production line pace without sacrificing cutting precision or the final appearance of the product.
Are you looking for a modular slicer for your production line?
If your plant needs a slicer that can adapt to the product you manufacture—with different slice sizes and production volumes—the SliceFil-420 from FINOVA is one of the best options on the market today. Contact FINOVA’s technical team to request a demonstration or a configuration proposal tailored to your product.
