Sammic PES-20 Potato Peeler and Salad Dryer

The Sammic PES-20 is a dual-function vegetable preparation machine that handles both potato peeling and salad drying within a single compact unit. The peeling chamber uses a silicon carbide abrasive plate to remove skins cleanly and consistently, while a separate drying basket allows washed salad leaves and prepared vegetables to be centrifuged to remove excess water before service. Having both functions in one machine is a practical advantage where prep space is limited or where the kitchen needs to keep equipment investment manageable.

In a working kitchen environment, the PES-20 suits operations with moderate daily prep volumes — it is a dependable workhorse for restaurants, pub kitchens, hotel operations, and contract catering sites that process vegetables as part of a regular prep cycle rather than at continuous high-volume industrial scale. The abrasive base plate is easily removable, which keeps cleaning straightforward and reduces downtime between prep sessions. The watertight controls and water inlet system with non-return air break are sensible design details that hold up well under the damp, busy conditions of a working kitchen.

Practical advantages for kitchen teams include:

• Combined peeling and salad drying eliminates the need for two separate machines
• Removable abrasive plate simplifies cleaning and maintenance
• Liftable cover with safety interlock supports safe daily operation
• IP65-rated controls resist water ingress in wet prep environments
• Stainless steel construction supports hygiene and durability in commercial use

The machine requires a mains water connection with a suitable drainage point, and a standard electrical supply. It is worth confirming your available prep space allows comfortable access around the unit for loading, unloading, and cleaning. The aluminium base plate with silicon carbide abrasive is NSF-approved, which is a useful consideration for sites with food safety audit requirements.

The PES-20 is a sensible choice for kitchens with steady but not exceptional daily prep volumes — a mid-sized restaurant or catering operation, for example. For sites processing significantly larger volumes on a continuous basis, a higher-capacity model within the range may be worth considering. Equally, for very low-volume operations, a smaller peeler without the drying function may represent better value.

If you are weighing up whether the PES-20 fits your prep volumes and kitchen setup, we are happy to talk it through before you commit to a purchase.