Univex Automatic Dough Divider - UVARD16

• The Univex Automatic Dough Divider - UVARD16 (ARD16 series) is a compact, high-precision automatic divider designed for consistent small-batch dough portioning in commercial bakery environments.
• Experts highlight its ability to produce 16 equal dough portions per cycle in about 7 seconds, supporting efficient workflow in small to medium production setups.
• It delivers a wide portion range of approximately 6.7 oz to 42.3 oz (190–1200 g), making it suitable for rolls, bread dough, and pizza bases with flexible sizing needs.
• The system uses a hydraulic press-and-cut automatic mechanism, ensuring strong consistency in weight accuracy and reducing operator fatigue.
• Experts value its programmable multilingual control panel, allowing repeatable batch settings and simplified operation for kitchen staff.
• Built with heavy-duty painted steel and floor-mounted stability, it is engineered for continuous daily use in demanding bakery production lines.
• Recommended for bakeries and foodservice operations that need reliable automation, consistent portion control, and efficient throughput in a smaller footprint compared to higher-capacity models.

Q: What is the Univex UVARD16 Automatic Dough Divider used for?
A: The UVARD16 is a commercial automatic dough divider designed to split dough into 16 equal portions quickly, improving consistency, speed, and labor efficiency in high-volume bakery and pizza production.

Q: What capacity does the UVARD16 handle?
A: It processes dough portions from approximately 6.7 oz to 42.3 oz (190g–1200g) per piece, making it suitable for bread, pizza, rolls, and general bakery dough applications.

Q: How fast is the UVARD16?
A: It completes a cycle in about 7 seconds, producing up to ~1,900 pieces per hour, depending on workflow.

Q: How does it operate?
A: It uses a fully automatic hydraulic system with programmable controls—operators load dough, close the lid, and the machine automatically presses, divides, and resets for the next cycle. 

Q: Who is it best for?
A: Ideal for industrial bakeries, commissaries, pizzerias, and large food production facilities that need reliable high-volume dough portioning.

• Clean all dough-contact surfaces, cutting chamber, and divider assemblies after each use to prevent buildup and maintain food safety
• Use food-safe, non-abrasive cleaners to protect stainless steel and precision components
• Regularly inspect and clean the automatic dividing mechanism to ensure consistent portion weight and smooth operation
• Lubricate moving parts and drive components with approved lubricant to reduce wear and maintain efficiency
• Check sensors, controls, and electrical systems for proper function and early fault detection
• Inspect hydraulic/pneumatic systems (if equipped) for leaks, pressure stability, and seal condition
• Operate within rated capacity and keep machine on a stable, level surface to prevent strain and misalignment
• Follow scheduled preventive maintenance and use genuine Univex parts to ensure reliability and warranty protection