AUTEC

AUTEC Sushi Machines and Service Robots

AUTEC is the leading manufacturer of sushi machines and service robots, trusted by high-volume sushi restaurants, sushi concepts, and foodservice chains. Established in Tokyo, Japan, in 1962 to produce audio equipment, Audio-Technica shifted its focus to sushi toys in 1982 following an employee idea contest, when CDs were introduced. 1984 marked the start of a new era for the company with the introduction of its first automatic sushi maker, ASM50 Nigirikko, for residential use.

Following its immediate success, AUTEC developed the first sushi robot for industrial use, capable of producing 900 nigiri rice balls per hour. Dedicated to continuous development and precision engineering, AUTEC now offers an extensive lineup of sushi machines and service robots to streamline preparation, reduce labor costs, and maintain authentic sushi quality.

AUTEC Sushi Robots

AUTEC sushi robots are engineered for accurate portioning, faster preparation, and consistency. Each AUTEC sushi machine is built to handle continuous production while preserving the texture and temperature of sushi rice and includes a 1-year warranty.

• AUTEC Maki Machines: AUTEC maki robots streamline sheeting, rolling, and cutting to produce consistent, professional sushi rolls, sushi burritos, and oshizushi. They are available in automatic and manual models, capable of making up to 1,300 sheets per hour. These commercial maki machines feature:
• • Built-in hoppers to hold up to 14.5 lbs (6.6 kg) of ingredient for continuous production.
  • Double rice sheet mode to increase production rate in the same footprint
  • Maki sheeting, wrapping, and cutting functions compatible with hosomaki, futomaki, and inside-out rolls (depending on the model)
  • Quick assembly for faster preparation and easy disassembly for cleaning
  • Ideal for high-volume sushi bars and commissary kitchens.
• AUTEC Nigiri Machines: AUTEC nigiri robots are engineered to produce perfectly shaped rice beds (shari) for akami, shiromi, or ebi. These professional sushi machines deliver consistent portions and a consistent level of softness, maintaining the same air-to-rice ratio. It enables versatile use by adjusting rice density and rice ball shapes. Furthermore, AUTEC nigiri robots offer:
• • High production capacity up to 4,200 nigiri/hour
  • 5 lbs (6.6 kg) hopper size for continuous production and 22.0 lbs (10 kg)
  • Touch panel controls for quick adjustments
  • Perfect for conveyor sushi, catering, and premium sushi concepts.
• AUTEC Onigiri Machines: AUTEC onigiri machines make triangle or round rice balls with a consistent size, texture, and fluffiness. These commercial sushi robots facilitate the sushi preparation in Japanese restaurants by:
• • Providing 1,300 onigiri/hour production capacity
  • Enabling rice density in rice beds
  • Bringing versatility with customized rollers to prepare different types of rice beds, such as omusubi, spam musubi, makunouchi, and rice sandwich
  • Gently forming to prevent rice crushing

AUTEC Sushi Rice Mixers (Shari Mixers)

AUTEC shari mixers are engineered to mix sushi rice evenly and maintain its temperature without damaging the grain structure. Available in 2 models with 14.5 and 29 lbs. (6.6-13.2kg) of cooked rice capacity, AUTEC shari mixers offer:

• New cooling system to produce high-quality rice for sushi rolls
• Unique shape to ensure a uniform mixture of seasonings, vinegar, and rice
• Stainless steel drum with non-stick coating
• Easy transfer of shari through buil-in container when the process is finished

AUTEC Conveyor Belt Systems

AUTEC conveyor belt sushi systems are designed for high-traffic Japanese and seafood restaurants to enhance front-of-house efficiency and guest experience. Manufactured in the United States, AUTEC conveyor belt systems can be customized in shape, height, and length to perfectly fit in custom spaces. Furthermore, they streamline the service with:

• Plate detection and RFID integration for freshness
• NSF and UL certified for high food safety
• An interactive dining experience by enabling customers to place orders on the moving displays

AUTEC Monorail Systems

AUTEC sushi train systems automate food delivery from the kitchen to service areas. The system allows customers to order via digital touch screens, and the monorail delivers the plate directly from the kitchen to the designated table.

AUTEC Autonomous Robots

AUTEC service robots support next-generation restaurant operations and simplify the foodservice, reducing the need for staff. Available in the H.A.R.T. 5 and H.A.R.T. 6 series, AUTEC sushi service robots are programmed to follow a path using precise floor mapping. They have single and multi-point delivery modes for efficient use.

AUTEC Restaurant Automation

AUTEC provides end-to-end restaurant automation, covering front-of-house and back-of-house workflows and operations. The AUTEC restaurant automation solutions include:

• Digital ordering
• Order management and monitoring
• Integration with AUTEC autonomous service robots
• Conveyor and monorail food delivery
• Labor reduction and workflow optimization

AUTEC Automatic Rice Cooker

AUTEC Fujimak automatic rice cookers are designed for large-volume rice preparation in commercial kitchens and Asian restaurants. They feature a space-saving design to make more room for other cooking equipment and offer 6lbs (2.8 kg) and 11 lbs (5.0 kg) of rice-cooking capacity per unit.

AUTEC Rice Washing Machines

The AUTEC Fujimak rice washing machine is an automatic rice-rinsing machine for large-scale applications. These units feature:

• 2 lbs to 16.5 lbs (1.0 to 7.5 kg)
• Automatic water refill to maintain the required water level
• Low maintenance requirements