A dependable food prep workhorse, this commercial made-in-Italy meat-slicer has been manufactured by the Skyfood company (model ssi-12i) and is intended for moderate processing at mid-volume establishments. The slicer housing is constructed of sturdy impact-resistant aluminum which protects the powerful 1/2-horsepower motor (the slicer feed is via gravity and the blade is powered with a belt-driven action. The slicer carriage handle is oversized and easy to grip; the entire carriage smoothly slides on ball bearings for an easy and quiet operation. A protective slicer knife ring guard and a Plexiglas shield are prominent safety features, easily removed for cleaning. The manual slice-thickness knob adjusts your meat product thickness using decimal gradations, giving the user precise product control. The attached knife sharpener is very simple to use. To sum up, this is a reliable kitchen slicer that will give you years of dependable service. If you have any questions about this outstanding product by Skyfood, please Contact us.