Cold Press Juicer: Uses, Maintenance, and Benefits

What is a cold press juicer? A cold press is one of the most advanced commercial juicers on the market. It delivers superior juice quality, higher nutrient retention, and reduced oxidation. It’s also the ideal solution for high-volume juicing of up to 30 gallons per hour.

Let’s dive into what you need to know to determine if this innovative technology meets your juicing needs.

What is the difference between a juicer and a cold press juicer?

Masticating juicers, slow presses, augers, and cold presses are different names for the same juicing technology. However, there are multiple commercial juicers to choose from.

Hand juicers

Hand juicers don’t meet the needs of juice bars. They are ideal if you only need to juice a few tablespoons, or even the occasional cup of orange, lemon, or lime juice

Centrifugal juicers

A centrifugal juicer extracts juice from both fruits and vegetables. It’s likely the type of juicer you’re most familiar with. The Zumex centrifugal juicer has an internal metal basket that spins at a high speed. The titanium disk shreds and grinds fruit with precision, speed, and ease.

This juicer is ideal for making juice one at a time as orders come in. The flavor is bright, and if the juice is enjoyed immediately—it retains nutrients and doesn’t separate.

Cold press

The Zumex Mastery cold press crushes and presses fruits and veggies to extract the liquid goodness within. Our innovative press is designed to meet the needs of high-volume grocery stores and juice bars. It allows you to effortlessly juice up to 30 gallons per hour. Only large fruits like pineapples and melons need to be cut in half before juicing.

Orange juicer

A centrifugal juicer and cold press can juice oranges, but the most efficient way to juice citrus is with a dedicated orange juicer. Simply place a case of oranges in the upper basket, turn the machine on, and it swiftly extracts juice from oranges.

We also have smaller orange and citrus juicers ideal for hotels and other self-serve breakfast locations.

What is the advantage of a cold press juicer?

Our innovative cold press was designed with pre-bottled juicing in mind. Whether to stock your produce section cold case, offer grab-and-go juice in your restaurant or juice bar, or juice cleanses for your health food establishment.

Pressing produce, as opposed to grinding produce generates less heat. With less heat, there is less oxidation. What this means is that your cold press recipes retain flavor, enzymes, vitamins, and minerals longer. It also means that your juice will remain vibrant, with less separation than bottled juice from a centrifugal juicer.

What is the point of a cold press juicer?

Cold press juicers are the gold standard of juicers. They can extract juice from absolutely any fruit or vegetable, delivering a smooth and nutrient-dense beverage. Health-conscious consumers may inquire about your juice extraction method. Maintaining the nutrient value in their produce is a priority, giving you a competitive advantage.

Is it worth buying a cold press juicer?

Still not sure if a cold press is right for your food service establishment? Choosing the right equipment is a strategic decision. It will vary by factors including your signature menu, daily juice sales, restaurant layout, and more.

• Function: Determine what type of juicers are required to bring your signature juice recipes to life. Even if your juice volume is low, many consumers prefer cold pressed juice. This can make your food establishment stand out from the competition.
• Efficiency: When narrowing down your top options, consider how much time you will save prepping your produce and hands-on juicing. Also, calculate the gallons per hour and the estimated produce volume per juice.
• Ease of Use: In addition to function and efficiency, you must consider how easy and comfortable it is to use. You don’t want your staff to burn out, so ergonomics must be top of mind. Zumex juicers are advanced technology designed to minimize effort and maximize comfort.
• Cleaning and maintenance: Ensure you understand what time commitment you’re looking at daily and as needed. From emptying the produce bin throughout the day to breaking your appliance down at night, and preventative maintenance. Zumex is proud to be leading the way in self-cleaning and self-sanitizing juicers.
• Placement: You must consider where your new appliance will be placed. The larger your new juicer, the greater the likelihood that you may need to redesign your kitchen layout.
• Design and aesthetics: With the growing trend in semi-and fully open kitchens, a sleek and modern design must be top of mind. This is of even greater importance for self-serve models. Even if your kitchen staff are the only ones who will see your new appliance, they deserve a stunning and modern design.
• Budget: The juicer you select must fit within your budget. In addition to your initial investment, you must consider how much your new technology will save in labor and produce.

We’re here to help you narrow down your options

Still not sure if a cold press is right for you? Zumex wants to see your juice bar or restaurant thrive. We’re here to answer your questions regarding the benefits of our diverse range of juicers.
For more details on how Zumex can contribute to your business success, we invite you to try our ROI calculator. Discover firsthand how integrating a juicer can increase your annual profits.