20240032548. A FOOD PROCESSING SYSTEM FOR PROCESSING CARCASS PARTS simplified abstract (MAREL MEAT B.V.)

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A FOOD PROCESSING SYSTEM FOR PROCESSING CARCASS PARTS

Organization Name

MAREL MEAT B.V.

Inventor(s)

Jan Meerdink of Boxmeer (NL)

Franciscus Theodorus Henricus Johannes Van Der Steen of Boxmeer (NL)

Frans Van Den Hurk of Boxmeer (NL)

A FOOD PROCESSING SYSTEM FOR PROCESSING CARCASS PARTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240032548 titled 'A FOOD PROCESSING SYSTEM FOR PROCESSING CARCASS PARTS

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a food processing system and method that includes an overhang rail system with shackles for carrying carcass parts, a re-positioning apparatus with a movable engagement structure, and at least one food processing device. The shackles and engagement structure move in sync, and the engagement structure can engage the carcass parts at a different position from the carrying position and adjust its angular position.

  • The system includes an overhang rail system with spaced apart shackles for carrying carcass parts.
  • A re-positioning apparatus with a movable engagement structure is included.
  • At least one food processing device is used to perform food processing steps on the carcass parts.
  • The shackles and engagement structure move in a synchronized manner.
  • The engagement structure can engage the carcass parts at a different position and adjust its angular position.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Meat processing industry: The system can be used in meat processing plants to efficiently process carcass parts.
  • Poultry processing: The system can be used to process poultry carcass parts, improving productivity and efficiency.
  • Seafood processing: The system can be adapted to process seafood carcass parts, enhancing processing capabilities.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Improved processing efficiency: The synchronized movement of the shackles and engagement structure allows for continuous processing of carcass parts, reducing downtime.
  • Enhanced processing precision: The ability to engage carcass parts at different positions and adjust the angular position improves the accuracy of food processing steps.
  • Increased productivity: The system enables faster processing of carcass parts, leading to higher production output.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Cost savings: The system's efficiency and productivity improvements can result in cost savings for food processing companies.
  • Improved product quality: The precise processing capabilities of the system can lead to higher quality food products.
  • Enhanced worker safety: The system's automated processes reduce the need for manual handling of carcass parts, reducing the risk of injuries.


Original Abstract Submitted

a food processing system and a method, includes: an overhang rail system having a plurality of spaced apart shackles designed for carrying carcass parts such that the carcass parts are at least partly freely hanging, a re-positioning apparatus having an engagement structure selectively moveable by a moving mechanism, and at least one food processing device for performing at least one food processing step on the carcass parts while the carcass parts are conveyed past the at least one food processing device. the plurality of spaced apart shackles and the engagement structure move in a synchronized manner. the engagement structure is configured to engage the carcass parts at a position different from the carrying position of the shackle and adjusting the angular position relative to a vertical axis from an initial angular position to a pre-defined angular processing position.