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Famag IM-20 Mixer, Dark Silver

$3,164.00

Famag IM-20 Mixer, Dark Silver

Order now to beat the price increase! 

Famag just informed us that price increases will be coming soon for their 20kg through 50kg mixers. Famag mixers are lower priced now than they will be, so we recommend ordering soon to beat the higher prices that are coming!

Italian-made Famag spiral mixers are world renowned for strength, quality, and outstanding baking results. Now they’re available in the U.S. for the first time, with industrial-duty motors designed specifically for U.S. voltage. As Famag's exclusive importer, Pleasant Hill Grain is proud to offer these high performance mixers!

Engineered expressly for ideal dough-mixing and kneading results, Famag spiral mixers feature a spiral agitator that remains stationary while the bowl rotates, bringing the dough to the stainless steel dough hook with each revolution. This action is exceptionally thorough and uniform, while avoiding both overworking and overheating of the dough. The spiral dough hook on the IM-20 operates at 110-270 RPM. Click here for the approximate RPM at each speed.

HIGH HYDRATION OR HEAVY DOUGH

Thanks to the spiral hook’s action, mixtures that overtax other designs—such as pizza or bagel dough—are handled easily, quickly and efficiently in the Famag spiral dough mixer. Doughs of all kinds, from heavy to high-hydration artisan doughs, come out smooth, silky and perfectly developed.

Famag mixers feature heavy duty chain overhead drive, with a high torque dual-belt final drive. FAG sealed industrial ball bearings are used for exceptionally long life. Construction is robust throughout, as attested to by the mixer’s substantial 143 lb. weight. Epoxy powder coating over a steel cabinet protects the handsome appearance of your Famag mixer. 

SUPER CAPACITY RANGE 

Famag's IM-20 mixes and kneads up to 39.6 lbs. (18 kg) of dough at 60% hydration (or more at a higher hydration), but also handles batches as small as 6.1 lbs (2.8 kg). equally as well. In terms of flour capacity, this is 26.4 lbs. (12 kg) down to 3.8 lb (1.8 kg). Capacity of the stainless steel bowl is 25 quarts (24 liters).

Famag Mixer Capacities at 50-60% Hydration

Flour

Total Weight

IM-5

6.6 lbs / 3 kg

11 lbs. / 5 kg

IM-8

11 lbs / 5 kg

17.6 lbs. / 8 kg

IM-10

15.4 lbs / 7 kg

23 lbs. / 10.5 kg

IM-15

17.6 lbs / 8 kg

26 lbs. / 12 kg

IM-20

26.4 lbs / 12 kg

39.6 lbs. / 18 kg

IM-30

37 lbs / 12 kg

66 lbs. / 30 kg

IM-40

55 lbs / 25 kg

83 lbs. / 38 kg

IM-50

72.7 lbs / 33 kg

110 lbs. / 50 kg

Notes 

  1. Heavier doughs can be mixed when the hydration level is higher than the 60% hydration formulas listed above. 
  1. The flour used for these capacity tests was 00 durum wheat flour.

Speed Based on Hydration 

Variable speed mixers have a speed dial marked from 1-10. For normal dough with a hydration of 55-65%, the mixer can be operated at speeds 1 through 5. With 65-75% hydration, at speeds 1 through 6-7, and with dough over 75% hydration, at speeds 1 through 8-10. These are general guidelines, as dough characteristics vary. If mixing dough that's less than 60% hydration, it's recommended to only fill the bowl to 50% capacity, and mix for only 10 minutes at a time; judgment must be exercised in any case, to avoid kneading dough so dry it’s outside of normal baking parameters, regardless of the hydration numbers. With dough over 60% hydration, dough can be mixed for up to 20-25 minutes before the mixer should be turned off for about 40 minutes.

FAMAG = UNPARALLELED VALUE 

Whether you’re a commercial bakery user or a dedicated home enthusiast who appreciates the worth of old-world quality, Famag offers exceptional value as well as performance. While being competitively priced, Famag mixers are built by a company committed to higher standards—a commitment backed by a one year warranty covering both home and commercial use. 

As a gourmet chef at home, or at the bakery, the Famag spiral dough mixer will quickly take its place as your trusted culinary partner. Order yours today and see just how much you’ve been missing!

Famag IM-20 Spiral Bread Mixer

Bowl capacity
25 Q (24L)
Bowl Dimensions (inside dia. x H)
14.1" x 9.4"
Dough Capacity 1 6.1 to 39.6 lbs. (2.8 to 18 kg)
Flour Capacity 1 3.8 to 26.4 lbs. (1.8 to 12 kg)
Industrial Motor 230V, 750W, 1PH
Dimensions (W x D x H) 28.7" x 15" x 26.7"
Weight 148 lbs.
Slowest Speed Hook 110 RPM, Bowl 12.2 RPM
Highest Speed Hook 270 RPM, Bowl 30 RPM
Speed Control Infinitely variable
Timer 60 minutes
Kneading Arm Lifts Up No
Removable Bowl No
Warranty 1 year home or commercial
1. Based on 50-60% hydration dough.
For more details see the specs tab, above.

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THIS PRODUCT IS MADE IN ITALY!

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Available colors
Arctic White
Dark Silver
Dark Silver
Sparkle Silver
Sparkle Silver
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Specs

Manufacturer Part Number
IM-20 9023
Brand
Famag
Color
Dark Silver, Sparkle Silver, White, Arctic White
Width
Arm down: 28.7"
Depth
Facing control panel, w/bowl: 15"
Height
26.7" including wheels
Weight (lbs.)
148
Capacity (volume)
24L
Dough Capacity
6.1 to 39.6 lbs (2.8 to 18 kg)
Flour Capacity
3.8 to 26.4 lbs (1.8 to 12 kg)
Bowl Material
Stainless steel
RPM
Slowest: Hook 110, Bowl 12.2 / Top speed: Hook 270, Bowl 30
Speeds
Variable
Volts AC
230
Horsepower
1.5 HP
Watts
750
Hertz
60
Phase
1
Cord Length
70"
Cord-End Plug
15 Amp (NEMA 6-15P)
Wheels
Yes
Origin
Imported
Certifications
CE
Warranty Length
1 year home or commercial
Commercial Warranty
Yes
Freight Shipped
Yes
Country of Manufacture
Italy

Care Instructions

Famag professional dough mixers require periodic inspection and adjustments of drive belt and chain tension. Details are provided in the manual.

Shipping

We stock this product in our Nebraska warehouse. This item requires freight delivery and you should receive your order within 2-7 business days from ship-out. Click here for more information about freight delivery.

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Chef's Choice 615A Slicer

We have a Chef's Choice 615A Slicer available on our clearance page.

Slice all kinds of cheese, meat, bread and much more, quickly and easily with this quality new slicer from Edgecraft/Chef'sChoice®. The 615A features precision depth control and a strong, high quality 120 watt gearmotor. Micrometer control dial selects slices from deli-thin to half-inch or thicker. Large multipurpose 7-inch stainless steel blade handles a wide range of food sizes and shapes. Parts remove easily for cleaning, a serving tray (not pictured) and metal food pusher are included.

The Model 615A slicer is gear driven, so there's no belt to slip under load.

Whether you’re entertaining guests or serving up fresh food for the family, this elegantly styled electric food slicer is engineered for power, efficiency and smooth operation. The Model 615A will help to quickly and easily slice a wide variety of foods including meat, vegetables, bread and cheese. It’s the perfect solution for home chefs who seek innovative options for preparing meals, entertaining cost effectively, controlling portions and enjoying freshly sliced foods.

The Model 615A’s precision thickness control allows users to slice from deli-thin to approximately 3/4" thick. Its intermittent and continuous on/off switch and safety button secures food carriage in “lock” position to limit access to blade when not in use.

The Chef’s Choice 615 and 615A slicers are identical; the "A” simply specifies that it was made in a new Chef's Choice production facility.

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If you want a precision tool for slicing and cutting homemade bread in your own kitchen, look no further! The Zassenhaus bread cutter features an ultra sharp stainless steel blade with a special serrated edge made in Solingen, Germany. The four suction cups on the bottom of the base help secure the bread slicer while slicing. We've found that the suction cups secure best to glass, marble, and quartz surfaces.

This manual bread slicer is sure to impress you with its highly adjustable design that allows you to choose the exact thickness of your slices, up to 0.7”. The Zassenhaus bread slicer is the perfect tool for slicing everything from crusty artisan bread to soft enriched breads. Adjust the knob on the base to the desired thickness of your slice, and turn the handle as you guide the bread along the blade. To clean, simply wipe carefully with a damp cloth.

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Amazing mixer- significant improvement to my dough
By Amos on 12/01/2023 Verified Buyer

The first high hydration batch came together so well I was amazed, even after watching videos etc., better window pane- great mixer!

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Ecxellent for my micro bakery
By T. Potter on 8/05/2023 Verified Buyer

I have a small bakery business selling bread on weekends at a farmers market, and I ordered this mixer to help make my dough preparation more efficient. I've had the IM-20 for 3 years and I couldn't be more pleased with it. It works well with small batches as well as large ones. I routinely mix 35+lbs of sourdough at 77% hydration, and the mixer always handles it well. I've used it for 1000's of loaves worth of dough and have never had any issues with it. The variable speed is very useful, both for more intensive mixes as well as matching the mixing speed to the dough. The quality of the dough with the spiral mixer is also better than my previous mixer, which was a 20qt planetary mixer.

One useful aspect of this mixer is that its power requirements are relatively low. It is rated at 750 watts. This means that, while the mixer is wired for 230 volts, using a heavy duty transformer and power cord adapter, I can plug it into any regular outlet in my kitchen without ever overloading the circuit, making it a very flexible tool.

The one difficult thing with this mixer, as with any spiral mixer with a fixed bowl, is cleaning it after use, or rather getting the water out of the bowl after cleaning it. The best way I've found is to wheel the mixer to my sink, and use a large sponge to soak and mop up the water from washing and rinsing.

This mixer is one of the best investments I've made for my little bakery, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who needs more mixing capacity than a small kitchen mixer, but has limited space, or limited electrical power available.

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FAMAG IM-20
By Sharon in FL on 12/10/2020 Verified Buyer

We couldn’t be happier with the FAMAG IM-20. Everything from the customer service from Darren to the prompt shipping and then the excitement to unbox it and get to enjoy this incredible machine. The motion of the mixer is everything we hoped it would be, it is clearly a well made and thoughtfully designed mixer from an Italian brand that is synonymous with excellence. It was well worth the investment and we anticipate it will be with us for many years to come. It operates quietly and produces an excellent dough for our Neapolitan pizza business. If you’ve been wondering about whether to invest in a FAMAG, don’t think any more, just get one! You will love it!!! Thank you Darren, your help was invaluable.

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The Best
By Jose G. in TX on 12/03/2020 Verified Buyer

I’m so happy to buy this mixer, it’s a wonderful mixer

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Beautiful machine!
By Christopher M. in CA on 11/27/2020 Verified Buyer

After some research, I bought this FAMAG IM-20 spiral mixer, allowing me to make 12 artisan sourdough loaves at a batch. While I have only had this mixer a week, I am confident it will give me better dough, without those occasional lumps. And, save the old arthritic hands all that work!

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