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Berkel
The Berkel Brand – Precision Since 1898
Precision slicing with iconic Italian design.
Founded in 1898 by Wilhelmus Adrianus van Berkel in Rotterdam, the company quickly gained recognition for engineering innovation and mechanical precision. Over time, the brand became established in Italy, where it continues to combine technical excellence with distinctive design.
Today, Berkel is internationally recognised for premium food slicers and kitchen knives that deliver professional-level performance in domestic kitchens, the sort of machine that turns a routine job into something closer to a small ceremony at the table. You can explore the full range in our Berkel slicers and knives collection.
Precision Engineering and Design
Berkel's electric slicers run from the compact 170mm ICON through the Home Line Plus to the Red Line, all built around aluminium alloy construction, chromed steel blades and precise thickness control, giving smooth, consistent slices for meats, charcuterie and cheese. They're designed to be seen as well as used, finished to sit on a worktop rather than be put away after. See the full range of electric slicers.
The Volano Flywheel Range
Alongside the electric range, Berkel still builds the hand-cranked Volano flywheel slicers that made the brand famous, chain-driven machines with the same concave cutting mechanism Berkel introduced in the early 1900s. There's no motor to switch on: you turn the flywheel yourself, feel the blade bite, and set your own pace, slice after slice. The range runs from the compact B2 up to the flagship B114 and the Rizoma-designed B114X, prized as much for their engineering as their design. The full Volano flywheel range is here.
Berkel Knife Collections
Alongside slicers, Berkel makes kitchen knives designed for balance, strength and long-term durability, built to complement the slicers and hold up to daily kitchen use. See the full Berkel kitchen knives collection.
Accessories and Support
Berkel also offers a selection of accessories including sharpening systems, maintenance products and specialist components designed to maintain long-term performance.
As an authorised UK retailer, Pasta Kitchen supplies genuine Berkel products with full UK manufacturer warranty, UK-based support and access to spare parts. Browse the complete Berkel slicer range.
Berkel is synonymous with perfection, reliability, innovation and durability.
Berkel Product Range
Official Berkel Home Line Plus electric food slicer user guide covering setup, blade adjustment, cleaning and maintenance. Compatible with Home Line Plus 200 and 250 models.
Experience the Berkel Quality
Available in multiple colours.
Home Line Plus 250 Slicer
Experience restaurant-quality cuts at home with adjustable thickness (18 settings), a powerful 0.25 HP motor, and a razor-sharp chromed steel blade.
Designed with a sturdy aluminium base and safety features like CE-certified locks and auto-shutoff, it’s perfect for meats, cheeses, and more.
FAQs
What Can I Cut with a Berkel Slicer?
Home Line Plus and Red Line can cut cured meats, cooked meat, fruit, vegetables, bread, cured fish and seafood.
It is not advisable to slice frozen products, as doing so may damage the blade.
We recommend slicing roasts or other cooked meat after cooling. Hot, and therefore very tender, meat does not make for optimal slicing. It is preferable to let it cool for a few hours in the refrigerator.
When slicing bread, we recommend that you:
- Do not slice loaves of bread that are too soft, or have too thick a crust.
- Slice the product slowly and do not compress it as not to compromise the integrity of the slice.
- Catch the slice of bread with your hand to keep it from breaking.
- Avoid making slices that are too thin.
Slices Are Uneven and/or Not Whole
Make sure that the slicer is stable and positioned flat. If the product is cured and hard, it is advisable to move the carriage slowly to slice. If the edge of the blade is altered, sharpen it as described in the manual supplied with each slicer.
How Can I Cut Cheese with My Berkel Slicer?
If you frequently need to slice cheese or other sticky products, we recommend Red Line's non-stick and rough material versions with easy-cleaning technology finish.
Slicing cheese with the other versions of Red line and Home line can be more difficult because the smooth surfaces of them allow the cheese to stick to the blade disturbing the cut.
We recommend slicing hard, dry and compact cheeses that allow a good sliding and do not tire the engine.
How and When Do I Lubricate the Slicer?
When the operator feels too much resistance when sliding the carriage, the guide bars should be lubricated. It is advisable to lubricate with acid-free synthetic oils and not with vegetable oils which, once dry, could make the situation worse.
HOME LINE ⇒ lubricate the visible carriage guide bar. See the user guide video for further information.
RED LINE ⇒ lubricate the carriage guide bar under the slicer packaging. See the user guide video for further information.
#BerkelCare products:
- Cleaning Kit
- Maintenance Kit
- Repair Kit
Vaseline oil is a recommended alternative.
What Plug Will My New Electric Slicer Come With?
All Berkel slicers sold on pasta.kitchen come with a UK plug as standard.
If you require a different plug please contact us.
How Do I Clean My Slicer?
Before cleaning make sure to: remove the plug from the power socket, close the blade, remove the removable parts of the slicer.
Cleaning products: use only lukewarm water and biodegradable foaming detergent for dishwashers, using a soft, spongy cloth.
Wash the removed parts separately and reassemble them. We do not recommend washing these parts (blade cover, slice deflector, carriage) in the dishwasher.
How Do I Clean My Knives?
We strongly recommend hand washing in warm water to ensure product integrity and durability. In any case we suggest drying the knife after each washing.
Do not use abrasive fabrics or sponges.
Do not wash in the dishwasher; sudden changes in temperature could damage the handles and the logo; rubbing of the tablewear together could damage the blades.
How Do I Pre-Order A Slicer?
If the slicer is out of stock, you can place a pre-order with us.
Please contact us with the details of your order, or any additional information you may require, and we can help process your pre-order.
When we receive the product in stock, we will aim to fulfill and ship you order ASAP.
Please note: Any other items ordered alongside a pre-order item will be held and shipped alongside the pre-order item. If you wish to receive the other items sooner, please place a separate order.
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