Metcalfe NS220 Gravity Feed Slicer 220mm Medium Duty

The Metcalfe NS220 is a countertop gravity feed slicer designed for light to medium duty use in smaller commercial environments. It handles cooked meats, charcuterie, cheese, and similar products, with slice thickness adjustable from zero up to 12mm. The hollow ground chromed carbon steel blade is driven by a twin poly V-belt transmission, and the body is constructed from anodised aluminium — practical to clean and built to withstand regular daily use without being overengineered for the task.

In service, the NS220 performs consistently when working through a steady volume of product across a typical trading day. The ball-bearing mounted carriage moves smoothly through each pass, which helps produce uniform slices — a practical advantage where presentation matters and trim waste needs to be kept in check. The belt-drive transmission runs quietly, which makes it a reasonable choice for front-of-house positions such as deli counters where a noisy machine would be out of place.

From an operational standpoint, a few things are worth noting:

• Built-in self-aligning sharpener maintains blade performance without external re-grinding
• Straightforward thickness adjustment allows quick changes between products during service
• Carriage detaches cleanly for thorough end-of-day cleaning
• Anodised aluminium construction resists corrosion and supports food hygiene compliance
• Quiet running suits customer-facing and front-of-house settings

Installation requires nothing more than a stable worktop and a standard mains socket — no specialist electrical work, no plumbing. Allow adequate clear space around the carriage for safe operation and cleaning access. This machine is not intended for sites processing large volumes on a continuous basis; where sustained high-cycle throughput is required, a heavier-duty slicer would be a more appropriate choice.

The NS220 is well suited to delis, cafes, small restaurants, farm shops, and workplace or school catering operations where a reliable, easy-to-maintain slicer is needed for regular but not industrial volumes. If you are weighing this model against alternatives based on your expected service volume, the team is happy to talk it through with you.