{"product_id":"autec-nigiri-sushi-maker-rice-ball-shaper-asm440a","title":"AUTEC Nigiri Sushi Maker Rice Ball Shaper ASM440A","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: AUTEC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: ASM440A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipment Type: Commercial automatic nigiri sushi maker \/ rice ball shaper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication: Forms seasoned sushi rice into uniform rice balls for nigiri sushi and crispy rice sushi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction Capacity: Up to approximately 4,200 rice balls per hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRice Hopper Capacity: Approximately 14.5 lb. (6.6 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRice Ball Portion Range: Approximately 12–24 g depending on installed forming roller and configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular Rice Ball Sizes: SS48, S48, M48, and L48\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular Portion Weights: Approximately 18 g, 20 g, 22 g, or 24 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSS48 Rice Ball Size: Approximately 0.94 in. W × 2.17 in. L × 0.87 in. H; 18 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS48 Rice Ball Size: Approximately 0.94 in. W × 2.17 in. L × 0.94 in. H; 20 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM48 Rice Ball Size: Approximately 1.02 in. W × 2.17 in. L × 1.02 in. H; 22 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eL48 Rice Ball Size: Approximately 1.02 in. W × 2.20 in. L × 1.02 in. H; 24 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial Rice Ball Sizes: SS42, S42, M42, and L42 with required 42C front spacer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial Portion Weights: Approximately 12 g, 14 g, 16 g, or 18 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSS42 Rice Ball Size: Approximately 0.87 in. W × 1.89 in. L × 0.79 in. H; 12 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS42 Rice Ball Size: Approximately 0.94 in. W × 1.93 in. L × 0.83 in. H; 14 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM42 Rice Ball Size: Approximately 0.98 in. W × 1.93 in. L × 0.87 in. H; 16 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eL42 Rice Ball Size: Approximately 0.98 in. W × 1.93 in. L × 0.94 in. H; 18 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRice Ball Adjustment: Adjustable size, density, and compression depending on forming configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDispensing System: Turntable with clockwise or counterclockwise rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrical: AC 120V, 60 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Consumption: 45W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug Type: NEMA 5-15P three-prong plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 14.1 in. W × 20.9 in. D × 23.0 in. H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetric Dimensions: 358 × 531 × 583 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: Approximately 44.1 lb. (20 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation Type: Countertop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable Components: Eight removable internal components for routine cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 1-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Speed Nigiri Rice Ball Production: Forms up to approximately 4,200 consistent sushi rice balls per hour for high-volume commercial nigiri preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic Sushi Rice Forming: Automates the repetitive process of portioning and shaping seasoned sushi rice into individual bases ready for fish, seafood, or other nigiri toppings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented Forming Rollers: AUTEC’s forming rollers are designed to shape nigiri rice delicately while limiting unnecessary crushing of individual rice grains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved Rice Feeding System: Guides prepared sushi rice smoothly through the forming mechanism to help maintain the desired balance between rice density and internal air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple Rice Ball Sizes: Interchangeable forming rollers allow operators to select different rice-ball dimensions and portion weights for varying nigiri presentations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12–24 Gram Portion Range: Available U.S. forming configurations support individual rice portions from approximately 12 to 24 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable Rice Density and Compression: Allows the operator to fine-tune the firmness and texture of formed nigiri rice to match the operation’s preferred presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNigiri and Crispy Rice Applications: Forms rice portions suitable for traditional nigiri sushi as well as crispy-rice sushi preparations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to Nine Rice Balls on the Turntable: The number of formed rice balls dispensed to the turntable can be selected to suit the production workflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClockwise or Counterclockwise Dispensing: Turntable rotation can be switched between right and left directions to better accommodate kitchen layout and operator position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-Side Production: AUTEC’s both-side operation allows two people to retrieve formed rice balls from opposite sides of the machine for higher-volume workflows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle- or Multi-Operator Flexibility: Can support one chef during standard production or multiple operators when demand increases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-In Rice Heat Retention: A specialized hopper and internal heater help maintain prepared sushi rice at a suitable temperature during production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 14.5 lb. Rice Hopper: Holds approximately 6.6 kg of prepared sushi rice to support extended commercial production between refills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimal Hand Contact: Automatically portions and forms the rice base before topping, reducing direct handling during repetitive nigiri preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRice Feed-Out Function: Helps discharge remaining rice from the internal feed system at the end of production for easier cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEight Removable Internal Components: Simplified disassembly reduces the number of components that must be removed and washed during routine sanitation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast Assembly and Disassembly: AUTEC states the machine can be assembled in approximately two minutes and disassembled in approximately five minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact Countertop Design: Delivers high-output nigiri rice forming in a footprint approximately 14.1 inches wide for restaurant and production-kitchen workspaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with ASM410A Forming Rollers: Forming rollers from the previous ASM410A model can be used with the ASM440A, supporting continuity for existing AUTEC users.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial Sushi Production Applications: Suitable for sushi restaurants, supermarkets, grocery sushi programs, commissaries, catering kitchens, hotels, universities, stadiums, and other volume foodservice operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan: Manufactured by AUTEC in Tokyo, Japan as part of its commercial sushi robot equipment line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-Year Manufacturer Warranty: Backed by AUTEC’s one-year warranty for added confidence in commercial foodservice use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Eden Restaurant Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67595842551921,"sku":"ASM440A","price":17000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3697\/2608\/files\/ASM440A_1.webp?v=1790810261","url":"https:\/\/edenrestaurantsupply.com\/products\/autec-nigiri-sushi-maker-rice-ball-shaper-asm440a","provider":"Eden Restaurant Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}