With its 12" knife and 1 speed, 1/2 hp totally enclosed knife motor, this Berkel 827A-PLUS manual gravity feed slicer is perfect for light or medium volume applications that require about 4-5 hours or less of meat and cheese slicing per day! It's the perfect answer for delis and restaurants that want to slice fresh ingredients for that one-of-a-kind taste and attention to detail that keeps customers coming back for more!