As the inventors of the very first professional meat slicer, Berkel has been producing the highest quality products for over 100 years! A berkel slicer easily slices through processed meats, as well as vegetables, cheeses, and more. The slicers knife is constructed of hollow ground chromium plated carbon steel. The slicer is fully compliant with NSF/ANSI Standard #8 with a single-speed motor and would be a bonus to your kitchen prep.