Sammic EC-30 UV Knife Steriliser

The Sammic EC-30 is a UV lamp knife steriliser designed to support HACCP food safety requirements in commercial kitchen environments. It holds up to 25–30 knives and uses ultraviolet light to achieve sterilisation in under 30 minutes, providing a practical, chemical-free method of maintaining blade hygiene between uses.

In a busy kitchen, knife hygiene is often managed inconsistently — particularly across split shifts or where multiple chefs share a set of knives. The EC-30 gives operations a reliable, repeatable process. Knives are stored and treated in the same unit, reducing the handling involved in chemical sanitisation and helping teams maintain compliance without adding steps to an already pressured workflow.

Practical day-to-day advantages include:

• UV sterilisation without the use of chemicals or heat, protecting blade condition
• Non-magnetic knife holder that avoids blade damage during storage
• Built-in 120-minute timer to manage sterilisation cycles without supervision
• Stainless steel construction suited to the cleaning demands of a commercial kitchen
• Low power draw, keeping running costs modest against continuous use

The EC-30 is a countertop unit requiring only a standard mains socket. It takes up a modest amount of surface or shelf space and is straightforward to position near a prep or storage area. There are no water or drainage connections required. It is worth noting that UV sterilisation works on exposed surfaces — knives should be clean and dry before being placed in the unit for the process to be effective.

This unit is well suited to small to mid-size operations — cafés, pub kitchens, hotel restaurants, care home kitchens, and similar environments where a single set of knives needs to be kept in hygienic rotation. Larger brigade kitchens managing higher knife counts across multiple sections may find a higher-capacity model better suited to their throughput.

If you are unsure whether the EC-30 fits your team's workflow or you want to talk through your knife hygiene setup, our team is happy to help.