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Buffalo 20Ltr Digital Planetary Mixer

SKU: FU138

£1,210.00(£1,452.00 inc VAT)

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  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided 2
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The Buffalo 20-litre digital planetary mixer is a bowl-lift commercial mixer designed for consistent, high-volume food preparation. It handles a broad range of mixing tasks — from heavy bread doughs and enriched pastry to whipped creams, meringues, and batters — making it a practical choice for kitchens where the mixer is in near-constant use during prep service.

Where this machine stands apart from more basic commercial mixers is in its speed control. Rather than fixed low, medium, and high settings, the Buffalo offers true stepless speed adjustment, giving operators genuine control over the mixing process. This matters when working with delicate ingredients or recipes that require a gradual build in speed. The programmable memory takes this further — up to five user-defined programmes can be stored, each with up to four distinct stages, so a baker can set a dough programme to automate the slow incorporation before ramping into full development speed. Once set, the mix repeats reliably every time, which is useful when consistency across shifts matters.

The brushless motor is belt-driven rather than gear-driven, which keeps operating noise lower than older mixer designs and simplifies servicing when maintenance is required. Practically, this means less disruption in a busy prep kitchen and reduced downtime if the machine needs attention.

  • Stepless speed control for precise mixing across delicate and heavy ingredients
  • Programmable cycles reduce reliance on individual operator skill
  • Belt-driven motor runs quieter and is more straightforward to service
  • Brushless motor design supports long-term reliability under sustained use
  • Suitable for doughs, creams, batters, and aerated mixes in a single machine

At 52kg, this is not a machine that moves around easily, so a dedicated, stable worktop position is worth planning in advance. The bowl and attachments should be confirmed compatible with your intended product mix before purchase — not all attachments suit every application. For kitchens running very large batch volumes or continuous production, a larger-capacity machine may be worth considering. Equally, for smaller operations with lighter, less frequent prep needs, there are lower-capacity alternatives in the range.

This mixer is well suited to hotel kitchens, independent bakeries, restaurant prep kitchens, and catering operations where recipe consistency and mixing flexibility are priorities. It performs reliably in environments where a mixer is expected to carry a full workload across a prep shift rather than occasional light use.

If you're unsure whether the 20-litre capacity suits your batch sizes, or you'd like to talk through how this fits your prep workflow, the team is happy to help you think it through before you commit.

Frequently asked questions

Is a 20-litre bowl large enough for a busy prep kitchen?

For most restaurant and hotel prep kitchens producing standard batch sizes, 20 litres is a practical working capacity. However, if you're running continuous large-batch bread production or high-volume pastry work across multiple sittings, it's worth assessing your typical batch weights against the bowl size — a larger-capacity machine may serve you better in those circumstances.

What are the installation requirements for this mixer?

The Buffalo 20-litre mixer requires a standard single-phase mains connection and a stable, load-bearing worktop surface — at 52kg the machine needs a solid base. No specialist ventilation or drainage is required, but you should ensure the worktop height and surrounding clearance allow comfortable bowl loading and attachment changes during a working shift.

How does the programmable mixing feature help in a real kitchen environment?

The programmable cycles are particularly useful where the same recipes are produced repeatedly across different shifts or by different staff. Once a programme is set — for example, a slow incorporation stage followed by a full-speed dough development phase — the mixer runs that sequence automatically and consistently, reducing the chance of process variation and freeing the operator to work on other tasks during the mix.
Buffalo 20Ltr Digital Planetary Mixer

£1,210.00(£1,452.00 inc VAT)

£1,210.00(£1,452.00 inc VAT)

The Buffalo 20-litre digital planetary mixer is a bowl-lift commercial mixer designed for consistent, high-volume food preparation. It handles a broad range of mixing tasks — from heavy bread doughs and enriched pastry to whipped creams, meringues, and batters — making it a practical choice for kitchens where the mixer is in near-constant use during prep service.

Where this machine stands apart from more basic commercial mixers is in its speed control. Rather than fixed low, medium, and high settings, the Buffalo offers true stepless speed adjustment, giving operators genuine control over the mixing process. This matters when working with delicate ingredients or recipes that require a gradual build in speed. The programmable memory takes this further — up to five user-defined programmes can be stored, each with up to four distinct stages, so a baker can set a dough programme to automate the slow incorporation before ramping into full development speed. Once set, the mix repeats reliably every time, which is useful when consistency across shifts matters.

The brushless motor is belt-driven rather than gear-driven, which keeps operating noise lower than older mixer designs and simplifies servicing when maintenance is required. Practically, this means less disruption in a busy prep kitchen and reduced downtime if the machine needs attention.

  • Stepless speed control for precise mixing across delicate and heavy ingredients
  • Programmable cycles reduce reliance on individual operator skill
  • Belt-driven motor runs quieter and is more straightforward to service
  • Brushless motor design supports long-term reliability under sustained use
  • Suitable for doughs, creams, batters, and aerated mixes in a single machine

At 52kg, this is not a machine that moves around easily, so a dedicated, stable worktop position is worth planning in advance. The bowl and attachments should be confirmed compatible with your intended product mix before purchase — not all attachments suit every application. For kitchens running very large batch volumes or continuous production, a larger-capacity machine may be worth considering. Equally, for smaller operations with lighter, less frequent prep needs, there are lower-capacity alternatives in the range.

This mixer is well suited to hotel kitchens, independent bakeries, restaurant prep kitchens, and catering operations where recipe consistency and mixing flexibility are priorities. It performs reliably in environments where a mixer is expected to carry a full workload across a prep shift rather than occasional light use.

If you're unsure whether the 20-litre capacity suits your batch sizes, or you'd like to talk through how this fits your prep workflow, the team is happy to help you think it through before you commit.