Among the highlights at SÜFFA 2024 will be Bizerba’s state-of-the-art vertical slicer, the VSP F. This fully automated premium slicer stands out for its unparalleled hygiene standards and efficiency, thanks to its touch-free depositing system and automatic carriage drive. The integrated SmarterSlicing technology simplifies maintenance tasks such as sharpening and cleaning, significantly extending the machine’s lifespan and performance. Additionally, with an optional built-in checkweigher, products can be sliced and weighed in one seamless process, ensuring precision and consistency in every slice.
Also on display will be the Q1 800 counter scale, designed with a capacitive touchscreen and an intuitive interface that makes it ideal for a variety of applications, including counter sales, self-service, and price labeling. Its ultra-flat load plate and sleek design provide clear visibility and easy access for both customers and staff, optimizing the fresh food counter experience.
Innovative Self-Service Solutions
As traditional counter sales become increasingly challenging due to labor shortages and evolving customer expectations, Bizerba is leading the way with innovative self-service solutions. Nico Rewes, Director of Business Unit Retail at Bizerba Germany, explains: “Our cutting-edge products and solutions are designed to enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of our customers in the butchery sector. Our self-service technology provides a valuable solution by streamlining and optimizing workflows.”
Bizerba’s automated solutions—ranging from pre-slicing, packaging, and labeling to self-checkout systems—allow businesses to customize their level of automation. This flexibility can extend operating hours or even enable 24/7 unmanned operations, all seamlessly integrated with Bizerba’s CWS2 merchandise management system.
A standout feature at Bizerba’s booth this year will be a 26 m² unmanned self-service shop, developed in collaboration with shopfitter Ladena. This cutting-edge concept illustrates how butcheries can evolve to meet the demands of the future. “Unmanned formats are poised to become increasingly important, whether in urban areas that require 24/7 service or in rural communities where maintaining local availability is crucial,” Nico Rewes comments on current market trends.
