1 Product, 4 Ways: Sizing Up Floor Mixers

Check out the newest floor mixers from Hobart, Blakeslee, Globe and Thunderbird Food Machinery.

May 1, 2022

If you’re in the market for a floor mixer, you likely already know all about the high-capacity perks, but these machines surely aren’t one-size-fits-all. We took a look at four manufacturers’ latest models and, while each one comes with a stainless bowl, guard and dough hook, the controls, motors and finer details differ. And, with attachments and optional upgrades, there’s room for added personalization. Take a look:

Powerhouse

Cut through heavy pizza dough with Thunderbird’s ARM-60 dough mixer, a full gear-driven mixer with a 4-hp motor. The 60-qt. model has simple controls—start, stop, emergency stop and a 15-minute timer—and just one speed for ease of operation. The bowl can be lifted and lowered via a manual wheel.

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Control Freak

A triple interlock system on Hobart’s HL600 Legacy+ prioritizes your safety, while the 60-qt. bowl swings out for easy access. Switch between five speeds (one being a slow-stirring setting) while the 27⁄10-hp motor runs. Mix up to 80 lb. of bread or roll dough (with 60% absorption ratio), then repeat the batch with automatic time-and-speed recall. A one-year parts and labor warranty is included.

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At the Ready

With the Blakeslee DD-60 Quart Planetary Mixer, you can alternate speeds—four with model DD-60V, or two with DD-60-PM—without powering down. The machine has a 3-hp motor and a standard, adjustable timer; preset for automatic shutoff up to 15 minutes out. Choose from two finishes: powder-coated enamel (standard) or stainless.

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The Lookout

See to it that you’re on task with Globe’s SP80PL, featuring front-facing controls like a 60-minute digital timer, plus last batch recall. The 80-qt. planetary floor mixer, with a 3-hp motor, has four fixed speeds. Features include a built-in ingredient chute, thermal overload protection, automatic safety shutoff and power bowl lift. A two-year parts and labor warranty is included.

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