When it comes to bread slicing blades, Simmons Knife & Saw has been in the game longer than most. In fact, the very first blade we ever manufactured was a Scallop blade for slicing bread. Over the years, we’ve expanded our product line to support companies in various industries, including foam, leather, meat, wood, metal, packaging, and produce. However, bread slicing will always be part of our DNA.
From Scallop bread slicing bands to cut-to-length reciprocating blades to specialty knives for industrial bakery and confectionery processing, and even packaging knives for end-of-line operations, Simmons is here to support you through every step of your production cycle.
Bread Slicing Bands
If you’re running a commercial bread slicer, consistency is everything. That’s why Simmons manufactures bread slicing bands in matched sets, ensuring equal tension across every blade. The result? Clean, uniform cuts with significantly less crumbing and almost no pilling.
Our customers see the difference in both performance and blade life. One bakery shared that Simmons’ blades last over three weeks compared to just 7–10 days from their previous vendor. Another told us they’re getting nearly double the blade life, while a third reported that our blades deliver 8 hours of continuous use versus only 2–3 hours before. Beyond longer lifespan, customers also note that Simmons’ bands generate less material waste, making production more efficient.
Here’s a quick guide to which blade works best for your bread type:
- Scallop Blade – ¼” Pitch: Best for crusty, firm breads.
- Scallop Blade – 3/8” Pitch: The versatile all-rounder for many bread varieties.
- Scallop Blade – ½” Pitch: The most popular choice—perfect for soft white and wheat bread.
- V-Tooth – 14 TPI: Ideal for buns, with clean penetration and minimal crumbing.
Bread Slicing Blades for Reciprocating Applications
Our reciprocating bread slicing blades, commonly used in slicers from OEMs like Oliver and Berkel, are designed to give you fast, clean cuts with minimal crumbing—whether you’re slicing a crusty artisan loaf or soft white bread. Each blade is crafted from high-quality carbon or stainless steel to ensure durability and performance.
Need something custom? We’ve got you covered. Just tell us the length, width, and any details, such as holes, slots, rivets, or holders, and our team will get right to work on a blade built to your specifications.
Specialty Knives for Grain & Cereal Processing
On top of our more traditional offering of bread slicing blades, Simmons also provides industrial knives for processing grain, cereal, and related by-products. This includes:
- Slicing blades
- Cross-cutters
- Roll scrapers
- Drum groat cutters
- Size reduction blades
We can quickly supply most common knives right when you need them. And if you send us a sample, we can analyze it to make sure the blade we deliver measures up to or even outperforms the one you’re replacing.
Specialty Knives for Confectionery Processing
Confectionery products require precision and quality in every cut. That’s why Simmons offers knives with hardened stainless steel, USDA-approved non-stick coatings, polished surfaces, and corrosion-resistant treatments.
We can supply knives for:
- Strip and bar slitting
- Cross-cutting (guillotine)
- Mixing and scraping
- Ultrasonic bar cutting
- Flakers and pressure cutting
- Overwrapping, horizontal flow wrappers, and VFFS machines
Why Simmons?
In industrial bakery and confectionery production, every cut counts. The right blade reduces crumbing, minimizes waste, and keeps your lines running efficiently. That’s why Simmons offers bread slicing blades, matched bread bands, and specialty knives engineered to handle the demands of high-volume operations.
Additionally, given our quick turnaround time for in-stock blades, custom manufacturing to fit your equipment, and proven blade durability, Simmons is more than capable of helping bakeries and confectioneries maintain consistency, cut downtime, and deliver products that look as good as they taste.
Ready to improve your slicing operations? Contact Simmons today to get a quote or speak with our team about the right blade solution for your business.
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