Proquip Solutions is the authorised New Zealand distributor for KRONEN vegetable cutting machines and processing equipment, backed by over 45 years of food industry expertise. KRONEN covers every stage of fresh-cut production, including coring, peeling, cutting, shredding, dicing, washing, drying and packaging, for salad, coleslaw, vegetables, herbs and fruit. The range also extends to meat, fish, vegan products, bakery and pet food. KRONEN machines are trusted by NZ growers, packhouses and food manufacturers for hygienic, efficient processing, and are installed, serviced and supported by our team in Wiri, Auckland.
KRONEN vegetable cutting machines slice, shred, dice, strip and wedge salad, cabbage, lettuce, onions, carrots, potatoes, peppers, herbs and fruit, with cutting sets changed to suit each product and size. For precise cubes, a dicing machine such as the KRONEN KUJ-V cuts cubes, strips and slices from one machine. The wider KRONEN range adds coring, peeling, washing, drying and packaging, so a complete fresh-cut line can come from one manufacturer. Proquip Solutions is the authorised New Zealand distributor for KRONEN.
Commercial coleslaw production usually starts with coring the cabbage, then shredding it on a cabbage cutting machine set to the shred width you need, followed by washing and drying before mixing and packing. A machine gives a far more consistent shred and much higher output than hand cutting or a kitchen shredder. KRONEN CAP cabbage cutters are built for this job, and the KSB-2 corer removes cores before cutting. See the KRONEN CAP 68 and CAP 350.
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A typical fresh-cut salad line runs from preparation and coring, to cutting, to washing, to drying, then to packaging, with conveyors linking each stage. The cutter sets the product size, the washer removes soil and cell sap from cut surfaces, and the dryer removes surface water so packs stay crisp. KRONEN makes machines for every stage, and Proquip Solutions supplies, installs and supports complete fresh-cut lines across New Zealand from our Auckland workshop.
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Shelf life starts at the cutter. Sharp, well-maintained blades make clean cuts that damage fewer cells, so less juice leaks and the product browns more slowly. Washing straight after cutting removes cell sap and bacteria, and thorough but gentle drying stops packs going soggy. Keeping product cold throughout and using suitable packaging, such as modified atmosphere packs, adds further days.
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Yes. KRONEN specialises in fruit, vegetables and salad, but its range also covers meat, sausage, fish, vegan products, baked goods and pet food. Belt cutters such as the KRONEN GS 10-2 slice and strip meat, poultry and fish as well as vegetables, so one machine can often handle several products in the same plant.
For most processors, the payback comes from four places: fewer labour hours on repetitive jobs such as coring, cutting and peeling, less product wasted through uneven cuts or bruising, more consistent pack weights and quality, and longer shelf life that reduces returns and write-offs. For example, KRONEN cabbage corer models can process up to 600 cabbages per hour. Share your current labour hours, volumes and waste, and we can help you estimate the payback for your operation.
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Yes. KRONEN designs its machines around hygienic, open construction, so product-contact areas are easy to reach and clean. On machines such as the GS 10-2 belt cutter, knives change without tools and the machine can be washed down with a water jet, which shortens daily cleaning and supports HACCP plans and food safety audits. Tell us your cleaning routine and audit requirements, and we'll explain how each machine fits them.
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Seeing a machine run with your own product is the most reliable way to check cut quality, output and how it fits your process. Proquip Solutions offers product trials at our Wiri workshop in Auckland, so your team can see results before committing. Contact us to discuss a trial or demonstration with your product.
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Yes. Alongside our main range, we offer economy machines that aren't listed on the website, as well as used equipment, rentals and finance options to spread the cost. Tell us about your product, output and budget, and we'll recommend the options that suit your situation.
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Yes. Proquip Solutions is the authorised New Zealand distributor for KRONEN. Our Auckland team handles installation, commissioning, operator training, spare parts and servicing, with ongoing maintenance available through our sister company Machinery Maintenance Plus.
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