Manual Berkel is a subcategory comprising 9 products, focused on slicers with a hand wheel (Volano). The range includes the Volano line in three models (B2, B3, B114 - in black, red and cream), the Flywheel Tribute available from stock and the limited luxury Flywheel B116 line in the A and SA versions. It is complemented by a stand for the Volano B2 slicer.
How to find your way around this category
Volano B2 and B3 are the more affordable manual machines, suitable for lovers of design with a smaller budget. Volano B114 offers a larger machine in three colour versions (black, red, cream). Flywheel Tribute is a modern tribute to the classic design, available from stock. Flywheel B116 (A and SA) represent the top of the range - luxury, limited pieces for the most demanding collectors and prestigious establishments.
Choose a manual machine above all when design and the presentation of slicing in front of guests matter - for purely functional everyday slicing, an electric Berkel is more practical.
Overview of the range
Model
Colour versions
Availability
Volano B2
Red
On request
Volano B3
Red
On request
Volano B114
Black, red, cream
On request
Flywheel Tribute
-
In stock
Flywheel B116 (A, SA)
Red
On request
You will find the exact dimensions and technical specification of a particular model in the product detail, or contact us for advice.
Why a manual slicer
Manual Berkel machines with their characteristic flywheel (volano) are among the most iconic pieces of gastronomic design of all. Turning the wheel by hand does require more physical work than an electric drive, but many professionals and enthusiasts value precisely this ritual and the visual appeal of a machine that has become an ornament of many a prestigious delicatessen or restaurant all over the world.
The luxury Flywheel B116 models are often acquired as a collector's or representative piece - their price reflects the exclusivity of the workmanship and limited availability.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Volano B2, B3 and B114?
They differ in size, performance and price level - the B114 is the largest and most powerful model in the Volano line, available in three colour versions.
How does the Flywheel Tribute differ from the Flywheel B116?
The Flywheel Tribute is a more modern, more affordable tribute to the classic design, whereas the B116 in the A and SA versions is a limited luxury line with a higher level of workmanship and price.
Does a manual machine require more physical effort?
Yes, slicing is done by turning the flywheel by hand, which requires greater physical effort than with electric models, but many users consider this part of the experience and the presentation.
Is the Volano B2 stand compatible with other models?
The stand is designed specifically for the Volano B2 model; we recommend verifying compatibility with other machines before ordering.
Why do most models not have a price listed in stock?
These are luxury machines supplied on request, whose availability and exact price depend on the producer's current production - contact us for current information.
Whether you give priority to design and presentation or to practical performance. Also: for exceptional occasions and prestige choose the Flywheel B116.
What we base this on
On information from the producer Berkel. Also: we verify the technical parameters and availability individually.
Where the limits are
Most models are supplied on request with a high purchase price and a longer delivery time. Also: contact us for a current offer.
What this category does not cover
Neither electric slicers nor separate accessories. Also: you will find those in the Electric Berkel and Accessories categories.