Seafood Processing Equipment

A watchful Eye

http://seafoodsource.com/uploadedImages/SeafoodSourcecom/Products/Product_Reviews/ryco_ektron.jpgThe #860A LazerEye portioning machine from Ryco combines true 3-D high accuracy laser scanning with high speed servos technology to accurately cut fillets and whole fish to selected sizes and weights without recalibration, weighing or testing between products. The machine's laser system measures the fillet while in motion and then calculates cuts to create maximum-value portions. The #860A LazerEye features easy-to-clean components, is made with standard industrial components and has a rugged design for low maintenance. 

A cut above

http://seafoodsource.com/uploadedImages/SeafoodSourcecom/Products/Product_Reviews/Bettcher_salmon slice.jpgWhizard® Series II Trimmers are now available from Bettcher Industries. The 1900 models are designed for salmon slicing and other seafood trimming applications and produce long, wide slices for more attractive retail packaging. In addition, the easily adjustable depth gauge allows for both flexibility and precision in the thickness of the slices. The Series II Trimmers incorporate patented design elements to enhance operator productivity, safety and comfort, including captive hex-head housing screws that provide fast, easy removal and reinstallation of the blade housing and blades. A new blade/housing interface generates lower vibration "chatter" and less heat, thereby improving worker operating conditions. All Series II hand pieces feature a contoured handle design to reduce grip force and torque momentum. Operators choose from three handle sizes, which are easily interchangeable. Made of Trefsin®, a food- and medical-grade material, the handles are color-coded by size for easy identification. Contact Bettcher at (440) 965-4422, or visit www.bettcher.com

Snip, suck, done

The Airsnip® line of scissors and the LKE-1 vacuum gun are available to seafood processors from Jarvis Products Corp. The Airsnip® line of air-operated scissors are available in three different sizes with several styles of hardened stainless-steel blades, which are easily removed for sharpening. This tool can remove lobster legs in one cut, and remove some types of fins. It is perfect for close cutting and trimming procedures, minimizing operator effort on highly repetitive and difficult cuts. All Airsnip® scissors are completely immersible, making them easy to clean and maintain. The LKE-1 pneumatically controlled, high-speed vacuum gun quickly removes kidneys, bloodlines and eggs. This lightweight, easy-to-use tool has a unique air trigger system that provides operators with an instantaneous vacuum. Contact Jarvis Products Corp. at (860) 347-7271, or visit www.jarvisproducts.com

Clear-cut portioning

http://seafoodsource.com/uploadedImages/SeafoodSourcecom/Products/Product_Reviews/Marel_I-Cut 10.jpgMarel Food System introduces the I-Cut 10, a compact, single-lane portion cutter designed for optimizing fixed-weight production. The I-Cut 10 cuts accurately to fixed weight and/or length at a high speed, improving yield and reducing shrink. The machine’s small footprint makes it easy to fit into most production facilities. The machine’s strong construction and technology result in low maintenance costs. The I-Cut 10 features an open-knife construction, and the two-door construction offers easy access for maintenance and cleaning, reducing the risk of bacteria build-up. Contact Marel Food Systems at (913) 888-9110, or visit www.marel.com