Designed for high volume, heavy duty use with a #22 head, the MG22 will grind up to 25 lbs. per minute. Driven by a 1 H.P. gear motor, the grinding worm is directly coupled to the gear motor output shaft. Standard equipment includes a #22 grinder, 3/16" grinding plate, #22 knife, large 16" x 24" aluminum feed pan, plastic meat storage container, a feed stomper, and cleaning brush. The MG22 has a built in safety guard attached to to the cast aluminum housing to prevent operator injury. This unit is UL listed and NSF approved.