{"title":"Edlund Can Openers","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"edlund-270-electric-can-opener","title":"Edlund 270 Electric Can Opener","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Edlund 270 is a heavy-duty electric can opener designed for busy commercial kitchens where can opening is a regular, high-frequency task. Built with a stainless steel construction and a two-speed motor, it handles both large and small cans reliably across a full service day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn practical kitchen use, the ability to open up to 200 cans per day without performance drop-off matters in operations that rely on canned goods as a core part of prep — from soup kitchens and hospital catering to high-volume restaurant and contract catering environments. The faster speed handles standard large cans efficiently, while the slower second speed reduces spillage when working with smaller or fuller cans, which is a common source of mess and wasted product on busy prep sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA few features make the 270 well suited to a professional kitchen environment:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife and gear assemblies remove without tools, keeping cleaning quick and straightforward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gear and shield design limits splash-back entering the mechanism, reducing internal contamination over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNSF certification confirms it meets recognised food safety and hygiene standards for commercial use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel construction holds up well under daily workload without deterioration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward — the unit is countertop-mounted and requires a standard mains power connection. It needs a stable, solid work surface and sufficient clearance above and to the side to feed cans of varying heights. As with any powered smallware used in food prep, it should be positioned with access in mind for daily cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Edlund 270 is well suited to kitchens with consistent, high-volume can usage — central production units, large-scale catering operations, and busy pub kitchens among them. For sites with lower throughput, a manual or lighter-duty electric opener may be a more proportionate choice. For operations exceeding the rated daily capacity, it is worth considering a more industrial-grade option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure whether this model matches your prep volumes or kitchen setup, our team is happy to talk it through with you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Edlund","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36577884496,"sku":"727201","price":2154.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/EDL9932.jpg?v=1599399042"},{"product_id":"edlund-1-manual-can-opener","title":"Edlund #1 Manual Can Opener","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Edlund #1 is one of the most widely recognised manual can openers in commercial catering. It has been a fixture in professional kitchens for decades, valued for its straightforward operation and durable construction. The opener mounts to a worktop or shelf edge and handles standard commercial cans with a smooth, consistent cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor kitchens opening cans regularly throughout service — stocks, pulses, tomatoes, fruits — the #1 performs reliably without the mechanical complexity of electric alternatives. The rust-resistant arbour and plated base with plastic insert are practical choices in wet kitchen environments where corrosion is a genuine concern. A plastic bushing reduces the turning force required, which matters during a long prep shift when the opener is being used repeatedly. The blades are reversible, which extends their usable life and keeps running costs low.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey practical points worth noting:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReversible blades extend service life and reduce replacement frequency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRust-resistant arbour suits damp or high-humidity prep environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced turning force eases repeated use during extended prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlated base construction supports longevity in daily commercial use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraightforward bench-mount design with no power supply required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis opener is rated for up to around 50 cans per day, which suits most small-to-medium kitchens, café operations, or secondary prep areas. Sites with significantly higher daily can volumes — large contract catering operations or high-throughput production kitchens — may find a heavier-duty manual or electric model a more practical fit for the workload.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure whether this model suits your volume or working setup, we are happy to help you work through the options.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Edlund","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36577886032,"sku":"711100","price":180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/EDL9933.jpg?v=1599399043"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/collections\/EDL9933.jpg?v=1655912754","url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/collections\/edlund-can-openers.oembed","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}