BAKEWISE LAUNCHES CHEERSONIC COMPACT

A SPACE-SAVING ULTRASONIC SLICER FOR BAKE-IN-BOX PRODUCTION

Bakewise is proud to announce the launch of the Cheersonic COMPACT, a new ultrasonic cutting solution designed specifically for bakeries that need performance, precision, and automation – but without the bulky footprint or high price tag.Since taking over the Cheersonic agency for Oceania in 2021, Bakewise has delivered ultrasonic slicers to bakeries across Australia. While the baking industry is the primary focus, Cheersonic machines have also found success in other sectors, including cheese, chocolate, meat, and hydrated fruit processing.

The flagship model to date, the UFM5000L, handles full 18” Australian baking trays (455 x 735 mm) and features automatic blade cleaning and drying. It’s fully programmable and capable of slicing rectangular cake slabs, round cakes (like pizzas), and long loaves – such as wraps, breads, and French sticks. For reference, the machine can slice a full vanilla cake slab into 5 x 10 cm portions in under a minute. 

At the 2024 Baking Industry Trade Show in Melbourne, Bakewise showcased the UFM5000L in action, slicing Northend Bakehouse’s award-winning vanilla slice. Interest was strong – but many visitors highlighted two key challenges:

·         Size: The UFM5000L’s footprint (1300 x 1300 x 1850 mm) was too large for many bakery operations.

·         Cost: With an investment near $100,000, it was out of reach for smaller producers.

Michael Nielsen, Corporate General Manager of Bakewise Pty Ltd, says the experience with Cheersonic has been outstanding:

"Ultrasonic food cutting has absolutely proved its value. In our time working with Cheersonic, we’ve learned so much about what’s possible with ultrasonic technology – the precision and efficiency of the cuts is remarkable.

Cheersonic is one of our best and most reliable partners. Their 24/7 online support and flexibility make it possible for us to get exactly what our customers need – quickly and reliably. The machines themselves are built tough, require minimal maintenance, and continue to impress our clients. We’re proud to represent Cheersonic in Australia."

Following feedback from the Australian market, Bakewise took a clear request to Cheersonic:

"Create a compact ultrasonic slicer that fits in a small space, cuts directly in the cardboard bake-in-box, includes blade cleaning – and doesn't need plumbing."

Cheersonic responded. In March 2025, the first O-Series COMPACT units were installed in test bakeries near the factory for real-world validation.

The Cheersonic COMPACT will be available in Australia from May 2025, and will be officially launched at the Baking Industry Trade Show in Sydney, 15–17 July 2025.

Targeted at bakeries slicing 10–12 cake slabs or more per day by hand, the COMPACT offers:
- Labour savings of approx. $4.50 per slab
- Annual cost savings of $14,000–$15,000
- Return on investment in under 5 years
- Improved product consistency and professional finish

CHEERSONIC COMPACT – KEY FEATURES

CONTROL & CUTTING
- Programmable colour touchscreen
- Cutting modes: Rectangles, wedges, and slices

SAFETY & CLEANING
- Light curtain auto-stop system
- Automatic blade cleaning with air drying (no drain required)

CAPACITY
- Blade width: 198 mm
- Max cutting area: 300 x 400 mm
- Minimum bake-in-box size: 200 x 200 mm
- Max product height: 65 mm (optional 150 mm)

SPECIFICATIONS
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 900 x 950 x 1800 mm
- Power: 240 V single phase, 50/60 Hz, 10 amp
- Weight: 375 kg

About Bakewise
Bakewise is a leading importer and distributor of professional bakery equipment in Australia. Representing several high-end European and Asian brands, Bakewise delivers reliable equipment and round-the-clock service to bakeries across the country.