Foodmate | InsideTrack Jan 2016 IPPE | Page 14

14 OPTI XL Leg Processor The new Foodmate OPTI XL Leg Processor was specifically designed to maximize bone-in and boneless dark meat yields. Key Benefits The machine gives a high yield anatomical cut and good meat and skin presentation. The leg processor can accommodate 15 OPTI FH Cross-Cut Halving Machine + In-line Bypass a wide size range while maintaining a high percentage of “white knuckles” and minimal bone content with minimal to no The widely used Foodmate Cross Halving Machine model OPTI FH The Foodmate OPTI FH Cross-Cut Halving Machine addresses adjustments. The OPTI XL Leg Processor is designed to handle the so called “big birds” or large chickens. can now also be implemented as part of a system with vision problems commonly found with single bladed front halving ma- grading and weighing allowing whole birds to bypass and drop chines. Using two blades instead of one large blade gives a after the halving machine or it can be used inline with multiple straighter cut across the hips and gives more control over the halvers to provide for selective cutting. Foodmate developed a number of ribs that stay attached to the front half. The OPTI FH · High Yield · Low bone content OPTIONS unique pneumatic turning point system which turns the shackle if Cross-Cut can run up to 140/bpm and can be adjusted to several bird sizes. The machine can be placed in-line and allows for a · High percentage of “white knuckles” The OPTI XL Leg Processor can be installed in either a new Foodmate Cut-up System or it can easily be integrated into existing frame or flex type cut-up system. the breast needs to be cut. If the bird has been selected to bypass the halver then pneumatic gate diverts the bird over a guide sys- clean layout and eliminates the need for a 180 degree pre-cut unit. · Very heavy duty and durable design · User friendly – only requires minor adjustments · Integrates into existing frame or flex type cut-up systems the halving machine. Key Benefits · Increases flexibility by accommodating a wide size range Final Product tem, which then causes the bird to ride over the guide and bypass | The leg processor accommodates a wide size range while maintaining a high percentage of “white knuckles” and minimal bone content. · · · · · · Does not cut into keel tip 3 - 4 rib count on front half Allows for consistent and straight cuts Eliminates the need for a pre-cutting machine Cut can be adjusted to help increase leg quarter yield Integrates into existing frame or flex type cut-up systems