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Imc
IMC VQ3.5 Potato Peeler | Compact Commercial Veg Prep
£1,360.00(£1,632.00 inc VAT)
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The IMC VQ3.5 is a countertop electric potato peeler designed for commercial kitchens that process a steady daily volume of potatoes but do not require the continuous throughput of a larger floor-standing machine. It operates on a batch basis — a measured load per cycle — and is simple enough to run consistently across a full prep shift without demanding close operator attention.
In practice, this machine sits comfortably alongside other morning prep tasks. It is not intended as a production-line unit, but as a reliable piece of kit that does its job cleanly and gets washed down without fuss. The stainless steel and cast alloy construction holds up well in the wet, busy conditions of a working prep kitchen, and the straightforward mechanical design means there is little to go wrong under normal daily use.
From an operational standpoint, the main advantages are:
- Compact countertop footprint suits smaller prep areas and tight bench layouts
- Simple controls reduce training time and the risk of operator error
- WRAS-approved Class A air break keeps the installation compliant with UK water regulations
- Straightforward strip-down at the end of service supports good hygiene practice
- Low-maintenance design helps keep running costs and unplanned downtime to a minimum
Installation requires a standard electrical supply and a water connection with a compliant waste arrangement. There are no exceptional space or access demands, which makes it practical for prep areas that are already working hard. It is worth confirming your available bench space and waste routing before ordering.
This machine is well suited to smaller restaurants, pub kitchens, care homes, schools, and similar operations where daily potato volumes are moderate rather than high. For sites with significantly greater throughput requirements, a larger-capacity unit would likely serve better.
If you would like to talk through whether the batch size and daily cycle capacity aligns with your prep volumes, the team is happy to help you work that out.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if the VQ3.5 has enough capacity for my kitchen?
The VQ3.5 suits kitchens where potato prep is a regular but moderate daily task — typically smaller restaurants, pub kitchens, care homes, and schools. If your operation peels large quantities continuously during service or runs a high-volume prep kitchen, a larger-capacity machine is likely to be a better fit. Our team can help you estimate the right batch size and cycle frequency based on your covers or daily output.
What does the installation require on site?
The VQ3.5 needs a standard electrical supply and a cold water connection with a compliant waste arrangement. The WRAS-approved Class A air break is built in, so the water supply side is straightforward from a regulatory standpoint. You should confirm available bench space and the proximity of your waste outlet before the unit arrives, as these are the most common practical considerations.
How straightforward is daily cleaning and ongoing maintenance?
The machine is designed to strip down without tools at the end of each service, making the daily clean-down practical rather than time-consuming. The relatively simple mechanical design means there are few components likely to need regular attention, which helps keep the unit reliable across a full working week with normal care.
- Capacity
- 3.5 Kg
- External depth
- 380 mm
- External height
- 425 mm
- External width
- 650 mm
- Machine output
- 35 Kg per hour
- Power rating
- 0.2 kW
£1,360.00(£1,632.00 inc VAT)
£1,360.00(£1,632.00 inc VAT)
The IMC VQ3.5 is a countertop electric potato peeler designed for commercial kitchens that process a steady daily volume of potatoes but do not require the continuous throughput of a larger floor-standing machine. It operates on a batch basis — a measured load per cycle — and is simple enough to run consistently across a full prep shift without demanding close operator attention.
In practice, this machine sits comfortably alongside other morning prep tasks. It is not intended as a production-line unit, but as a reliable piece of kit that does its job cleanly and gets washed down without fuss. The stainless steel and cast alloy construction holds up well in the wet, busy conditions of a working prep kitchen, and the straightforward mechanical design means there is little to go wrong under normal daily use.
From an operational standpoint, the main advantages are:
- Compact countertop footprint suits smaller prep areas and tight bench layouts
- Simple controls reduce training time and the risk of operator error
- WRAS-approved Class A air break keeps the installation compliant with UK water regulations
- Straightforward strip-down at the end of service supports good hygiene practice
- Low-maintenance design helps keep running costs and unplanned downtime to a minimum
Installation requires a standard electrical supply and a water connection with a compliant waste arrangement. There are no exceptional space or access demands, which makes it practical for prep areas that are already working hard. It is worth confirming your available bench space and waste routing before ordering.
This machine is well suited to smaller restaurants, pub kitchens, care homes, schools, and similar operations where daily potato volumes are moderate rather than high. For sites with significantly greater throughput requirements, a larger-capacity unit would likely serve better.
If you would like to talk through whether the batch size and daily cycle capacity aligns with your prep volumes, the team is happy to help you work that out.
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