Volumetric portion cutter for poultry and fish

Achieve precise weight and shape specifications for poultry, meat, and seafood cuts with streamlined efficiency and minimized labor costs.

Cuts and Portions Poultry, Meat, and Seafood

The PC-1 Portion Cutter from Prime Equipment Group is engineered to address precise portioning needs in poultry, meat, and seafood processing. Specializing in cutting to specified weight and shape, it uses multiple product cavities to adapt to various portioning applications. Capable of continuous and high-speed operation, it handles diverse products like chicken breast portions, pork chops, and fish fillets with ease. The equipment integrates seamlessly into automated production lines and features fast changeovers to minimize downtime. It operates with a 1 hp drive motor and requires minimal water, ensuring energy efficiency. Designed for reliability, the PC-1 is a robust alternative to more complex machinery, promoting accuracy and reducing labor costs. Made to endure rigorous processing conditions, it leverages durable materials suitable for the food industry, simplifying both maintenance and cleaning.

Benefits

  • Enhances product consistency with precise weight and shape control.
  • Minimizes labor costs through automated portioning.
  • Increases production efficiency with rapid product changeovers.
  • Lowers operational expenses with reduced water and energy requirements.
  • Adapts to diverse processing needs with versatile cavity configurations.

General


Applications
Seafood,Meat,Poultry,Fish
End products
Chicken thighs,Pork chops,Beef steaks,Turkey slices,Salmon portions,Tilapia cuts,Fish fillets,Chicken tenders,Chicken breast portions
Steps before
Cut-up,Deboning,Grinding,Mixing
Steps after
Coating,Freezing,Chilling,Cooking,Packing
Input ingredients
breast meat,tenders,dark meat,trim,red meat,fish
Output ingredients
portion breast meat,portion tenders,portion dark meat,portion trim,portion red meat,portion fish
Market info
JBT is known for manufacturing innovative industrial machinery and solutions, particularly in the food processing and air transportation sectors, renowned for their advanced technology, reliability, and customer-focused engineered-to-order solutions tailored to specific industry needs.

Technical Specifications


Voltage
480v
Phase
3 ph
Frequency
60 Hz
Current
10 amps
Motor Power
1 hp
Water Connection
1/4 connection
Water Flow Rate
1.0 GPM
Water Pressure
40 PSI min
Net Weight
800 lb
Production Rate
Variable depending on product

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Machine-portioning
Changeover time
Fast changeover
Batch vs. continuous operation
Variable depending on product
Cleaning method
Manual
Portion control
Specified weight and shape
Adaptability
Multiple final product specifications

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
Easy to clean
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel construction
Density/particle size
Adjustable for various meat types

Product type Characteristics


Product type compatibility
Poultry,meat,fish

Physical Characteristics


Machine Footprint
Not specified
Net Weight
800 lb
Discharge method
Not specified
Control panel type
Not specified

Custom Options


Control panel type
Available
Multiple product cavities
For different portioning applications
Changeover capability
Fast changeover for varied products