Meat Grinder Reviews and Scores
Any meat grinder that is produced using any amount of parts, labor, engineering and/or intellectual property that is sourced from here in the US, we then would consider that item to be, at least in principle made here in America, regardless where the final assembly takes place.
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Chop-Rite Two
100The Chop-Rite meat grinder comes in 2 sizes of clamp down versions, and 3 sizes of screw down models, all being made from american cast iron with a FDA-approved Xylon overcoat that resists scratches, chips and corrosion.
The large hopper opening allows for processing meat quickly, and a special "anti-friction" washer between feed auger and body prevents metal-to-metal wear.
The simple design makes disassembly and clean up a breeze.
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75Established in 1897 in Troy, Ohio, Hobart has been dedicated for more than a century to supporting commercial and institutional foodservice and food retail professionals.
Capable of handling the toughest assignments with ease, their commercial meat grinders are designed to meet the varying needs of high-volume and on-demand processors of fresh or tempered meats.
Tool-free cleaning is an added benefit that helps you keep up with frequent use and food safety standards.
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75Univex meat grinders are well known for their rugged engineering that keeps them running for decades…competitive pricing, which makes them a remarkably good value…and solid innovation, including critical safety features that have become the industry standard.
The Univex #22 Heavy-Duty Meat Grinder can process 25 lbs per minute on first grind with the 3/16" plate. The powerful 1 HP motor is directly coupled to the grinding worm.
This high volume, heavy duty model is great for restaurants and butcher shops.
Vollrath
75Vollrath meat grinders are impressive workhorses that easily power through a variety of meats and produce custom results that are ideal for whatever you want to create.
Their energy-efficient motor powers through large amounts of meat per hour, while a forward and reverse switch ensures consistent results, and the durable stainless steel body, cylinder and worm gear provide years of service
Vollrath® meat grinders are ideal for butcher shops, supermarkets, restaurants, delis and more.
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1 of the brands make a meat grinder that is 100% made in the United States, while the others are either engineered and/or assembled in America using a mix of domestic and globally sourced components.
Below is the 'grading system' used to rate the above brands.