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Spoonshine AS500M Mobile Cutlery Polishing Machine
£3,311.00(£3,973.20 inc VAT)
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The Spoonshine AS500M is a mobile, manually fed cutlery polishing machine designed for commercial catering environments. It takes cutlery directly from the wash cycle and processes it through maize-based polishing grain, producing consistently bright, spot-free results without the variability that comes with hand polishing. A built-in UV sanitising system works alongside the grain to reduce cross-contamination risk throughout the process.
In a busy operation, hand polishing is one of the slower, more inconsistent tasks on the pass. Output quality tends to drop as service pressure builds, and it ties up staff who could be better directed elsewhere. The AS500M addresses this by handling polishing at a steady, reliable pace that suits demanding meal periods — particularly in restaurants, hotels, and banqueting operations where cover volumes are high and presentation standards are non-negotiable.
The practical advantages worth noting:
- Consistent presentation quality independent of staffing levels or experience
- Dual-action sanitisation via polishing grain and UV light throughout processing
- Mobile design allows positioning wherever workflow demands — wash-up, pass, or linen room
- No specialist training required, which helps with onboarding and shift changes
- Arrives ready to run with an initial supply of polishing grain included
Installation requirements are minimal. The machine is self-contained, requires no fixed plumbing or drainage, and runs from a standard power connection. Polishing grain is a consumable and will need replenishing relative to throughput — worth factoring into ongoing running costs when comparing options.
The AS500M is well suited to hotels, restaurants, and event catering operations that need reliable, high-presentation output without committing to a fixed installation. For larger banqueting or contract catering sites running back-to-back sittings at significant scale, a higher-capacity model may be worth considering.
If you'd like to talk through how this fits your service volume and workflow, the team is glad to help you think it through.
Frequently asked questions
Is the AS500M suitable for high-volume banqueting operations?
The AS500M handles the throughput demands of most hotel restaurants and mid-scale event catering operations comfortably. For larger banqueting sites running multiple back-to-back sittings with very high cover counts, it is worth discussing whether a higher-capacity model would better match the pace of service.
What are the installation requirements for this machine?
Installation requirements are minimal — the AS500M is self-contained and requires no fixed plumbing, drainage, or specialist fitting. A standard power connection is all that is needed, and the mobile design means it can be positioned wherever it best suits your workflow.
How does the polishing grain work and how often does it need replacing?
The machine uses maize-based polishing grain, which absorbs moisture and buffs cutlery as it passes through, producing a clean, spot-free finish. Grain is a consumable and will need replenishing over time depending on throughput volume — it is worth building this into your running cost calculations before purchasing.
Size and weight
- External width
- 510 mm
- External depth
- 570 mm
- External height
- 570 mm
Power and energy
- Power rating
- 0.8 kW
£3,311.00(£3,973.20 inc VAT)
£3,311.00(£3,973.20 inc VAT)
The Spoonshine AS500M is a mobile, manually fed cutlery polishing machine designed for commercial catering environments. It takes cutlery directly from the wash cycle and processes it through maize-based polishing grain, producing consistently bright, spot-free results without the variability that comes with hand polishing. A built-in UV sanitising system works alongside the grain to reduce cross-contamination risk throughout the process.
In a busy operation, hand polishing is one of the slower, more inconsistent tasks on the pass. Output quality tends to drop as service pressure builds, and it ties up staff who could be better directed elsewhere. The AS500M addresses this by handling polishing at a steady, reliable pace that suits demanding meal periods — particularly in restaurants, hotels, and banqueting operations where cover volumes are high and presentation standards are non-negotiable.
The practical advantages worth noting:
- Consistent presentation quality independent of staffing levels or experience
- Dual-action sanitisation via polishing grain and UV light throughout processing
- Mobile design allows positioning wherever workflow demands — wash-up, pass, or linen room
- No specialist training required, which helps with onboarding and shift changes
- Arrives ready to run with an initial supply of polishing grain included
Installation requirements are minimal. The machine is self-contained, requires no fixed plumbing or drainage, and runs from a standard power connection. Polishing grain is a consumable and will need replenishing relative to throughput — worth factoring into ongoing running costs when comparing options.
The AS500M is well suited to hotels, restaurants, and event catering operations that need reliable, high-presentation output without committing to a fixed installation. For larger banqueting or contract catering sites running back-to-back sittings at significant scale, a higher-capacity model may be worth considering.
If you'd like to talk through how this fits your service volume and workflow, the team is glad to help you think it through.
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