Transforming Bread Production for UK and Irish Bakeries
The rising popularity of sourdough, boule breads, and half loaves in the UK and Ireland has brought new challenges for bakeries. The round shape, thick crust, and soft interior of these breads make them difficult to slice consistently at scale.
European Process Plant Ltd (EPP) is proud to introduce the Brevetti Gasparin Boule Bread Slicing Machine, an innovative solution designed to automatically slice boule breads. The machine not only slices full boules but also has the additional functionality of splitting the boule into two equal parts, producing perfectly proportioned half loaves. Additionally, it can easily integrate with automated packing lines. This combination of innovation and flexibility helps bakeries meet fast-changing consumer demand without compromising efficiency.
Brevetti Gasparin, a global leader in industrial slicing technology, specialises in machines for bread, buns, rolls, and cakes, offering advanced equipment tailored to different production requirements. As the exclusive supplier of Brevetti Gasparin slicing machines in the UK and Ireland, EPP is bringing this technology to bakeries across the region.
Steve Merritt, Managing Director of EPP, commented, “To slice boule bread at scale, you need a machine that can cope with its unique shape and texture. The Gaspirin boule bread slicing machine (model 1700) uses a continuous band blade system, offering longer blade life, faster throughput, and precise slicing compared with traditional reciprocating slicers that is more often used in UK bakeries. It’s a game changer for bakeries producing artisan boule bread loaves. These slicers can save bakers time and money with the reduction in the number of stops required for blade changes.”
The model 1700 machine can slice up to 3,600 standard breads per hour or around 2,200 boule breads per hour, ensuring high efficiency and flexibility for busy bakeries.
Stefano Dal Sasso, Area Sales Manager of Brevetti Gasparin, further explained, “This machine is designed for versatility. Not only does it reduce downtime and extend blade life, but it can also produce half loaves, an increasingly popular choice among consumers looking for smaller portion sizes or reduced waste. This gives bakers a clear advantage in meeting today’s market demands.”
The Gasparin slicer can operate as a stand-alone machine or integrate seamlessly with automated packaging lines. When combined with flow packers, bagging machines, and collaborative robots, it provides bakeries with a complete end-to-end slicing and packaging solution, unique to Brevetti Gasparin technology.
With demand for sourdough and artisan breads continuing to grow, bakeries need reliable, efficient solutions that protect product quality while maximising output. The Brevetti Gasparin Boule Bread Slicing Machine offers:
- Automatic slicing of boule breads with precision
- The ability to produce both whole and half loaves
- High throughput with minimal downtime
- Seamless integration into complete packaging lines
For bakeries looking to upgrade slicing operations or install new lines, this machine offers exceptional return on investment, high production capacity, and the flexibility to adapt to evolving consumer trends.
For more information on the Gaspirin Boule Bread Slicing Machine, visit www.eppltd.co.uk or contact the EPP team.
