Berkel Model# PM60 Planetary Mixer

The Berkel Model PM60 is a heavy-duty, precision crafted, versatile planetary mixer designed for demanding commercial operations. This all-purpose mixer uses a powerful planetary mixing action to thoroughly blend, mix and aerate all ingredients with consistent and predictable results. The wide-faced, hardened alloy steel helical gears deliver energy at pre-selected fixed speeds, ensuring reliable performance for bakeries, restaurants, and institutional kitchens.

Powerful Motor & Drive System

4 HP Motor - Continuous duty, totally enclosed, and permanently lubricated motor with thermal protection
3 Pre-Selected Fixed Speeds - Multiple speed options for blending, mixing, and aerating various ingredients
Hardened Alloy Steel Gears - Wide-faced helical gears fully sealed in transmission lubricant
Heavy-Duty Ball Bearings and Clutch - Combine for highly dependable, quiet operation

Safety & Control Features

Bowl Guard with Interlock - Prevents mixer from running if guard is opened or bowl is lowered
No-Volt Release - Prevents activation in the event of a power interruption; operator must restart mixer
99-Minute Timer - Continuous or timed operation automatically shuts off machine after predetermined time
Moisture Resistant Switches - Highly reliable stop and start switches for long-lasting performance

Professional Construction

Welded Steel Frame - Heavy-duty tubular steel base construction
Silver Metallic Epoxy Powder Coat - Durable finish for easy cleaning and professional appearance
60-Quart Stainless Steel Bowl - Large capacity for substantial batch processing
Manual Bowl Lift - Wheel-operated manual lift for easy bowl positioning

Versatile Mixing System

Planetary Mixing Action - Thorough blending, mixing, and aerating with consistent results
#12 Taper Hub - Compatible with any #12 size attachments for expanded functionality
Heavy-Duty Bowl Guard - Stainless steel wire front guard opens easily for adding ingredients
6-Foot Flexible Cord - Attached 3-wire cord for convenient installation

Speed Specifications

First Speed: 25-54 RPM (Beater/Hub) - Heavy doughs and mixing
Second Speed: 56-122 RPM (Beater/Hub) - General mixing applications
Third Speed: Higher speed for whipping and aerating

Ideal Applications

This versatile commercial mixer is perfectly suited for:

Bakeries - Bread, cake, and pastry production
Restaurants - Large-scale food preparation
Institutional Kitchens - Schools, hospitals, and cafeterias
Commissary Operations - High-volume batch processing
Pizza Operations - Dough preparation and mixing
Catering Services - Large batch preparation for events

Performance Specifications

Model: Berkel PM60
Capacity: 60 quarts (63 liters)
Motor: 4 HP, continuous duty, totally enclosed, permanently lubricated, thermally protected
Speeds: 3 pre-selected fixed speeds
Electrical: 220V/60Hz/1 Phase, 20 AmpA
Transmission: Wide-faced hardened alloy steel helical gears with heavy-duty ball bearings
Timer: 99-minute timer for continuous or timed operation
Power Hub: #12 Taper hub
Bowl Lift: Manual, wheel-operated
Dimensions: 32"W x 44"D x 62"H (815mm x 1120mm x 1570mm)
Weight: 1017 lbs. net (462 kg), 1144 lbs. shipping (520 kg)
Certifications: ETL Listed
Finish: Silver metallic epoxy powder coat enamel

Standard Equipment Included

60-Quart Stainless Steel Bowl - Professional-grade mixing bowl
Wire Whip - For whipping and aerating
Spiral Dough Hook - Heavy-duty dough processing
Bowl Guard - Heavy-duty stainless steel wire guard with interlock safety system

Why Choose the Berkel PM60?

The Berkel PM60 delivers exceptional reliability and performance through its heavy-duty construction and precision engineering. The powerful planetary mixing action thoroughly blends, mixes, and aerates all ingredients with consistent and predictable results. The wide-faced, hardened alloy steel helical gears, fully sealed in transmission lubricant with heavy-duty ball bearings and clutch, combine for highly dependable, quiet operation.

With its comprehensive safety systems including bowl guard interlock, No-Volt Release, and moisture resistant switches, the PM60 provides peace of mind during operation. The 99-minute timer allows for both continuous and timed operation, automatically shutting off the machine after the predetermined time has elapsed. The welded steel frame construction with silver metallic epoxy powder coat enamel ensures durability and easy cleaning.

Experience the precision, reliability, and performance that makes Berkel a trusted name in professional food preparation equipment.