Universality and an extensive model range have made a band saw an indispensable device in catering kitchens and even in slaughterhouses of large agricultural complexes.
A band saw for cutting meat, a photo of the models of which are presented in this article, is intended for meat, poultry and fish. Cut pieces are neat.
The unit can even cut carcasses with bones. No other device will do this operation at such a high level.
Unit Specifics
The meat saw band saw has the following characteristics:
- high speed;
- unified cutting of raw materials;
- reliability and durability;
- the correct cut of products;
- equipped with a special regulator that provides the desired size and shape of the product;
- safe design;
- ergonomic shape of the device;
- unified saw blade cleaning.
Basically, the devices are made of stainless steel, which is a guarantee of long functioning. Cast aluminum and metal spray models are also available.
Desktop models
A band saw for cutting meat, which is placed on the production table, is usually used in small restaurants. It can also be used in stores and at enterprises for the production of semi-finished products.
Floor models
They are different in size. A large band saw for cutting meat is a complex with a high level of production. Such models have proven themselves in large enterprises. They are also distinguished by ease of use. Management is carried out in a console way and does not require special knowledge and the presence of a certain level of training of employees.
The units are ergonomic and rational in design. They meet all safety and sanitation standards. These indicators are especially important for food aggregates.
Machines are easily disassembled into parts for washing. In addition to safety, innovative models are equipped with many additional features.
How the band saw works
The products are clamped using a tray and through a pusher or a moving table (it all depends on the specific model) is fed to the cutting blade. The resulting pieces are stacked in a special container, and the waste is placed in another container. The unit is controlled by one person.
Overview of the most popular models
At the moment, there are no separate enterprises for the production of equipment for food production. The same can be said for band saws. But there are leaders in both our and foreign markets (Italy, Finland, China). The cost of models, of course, is different and depends on the level of performance of the device. This explains the wide range of prices from 30,000 to 800,000 rubles.
For example, the most popular devices for cutting frozen meat with bones are Chinese units from the manufacturer JG.
Devices from the Italian company Fimar, in addition to models designed for production, also produce a product such as a band saw for cutting meat at home. The basis of the material is anodized aluminum. All models are highly functional.
They speak well of the model from the Russian manufacturer PLN-225. The unit was assembled by the Moscow factory "Stankostroitel" and is intended for cutting meat products into portions varying in weight. This device is especially popular with medium and large enterprises.
The market is constantly updated with new devices. More recently, a model of the SAP Inox 3160 floor saw was introduced, which is designed for cutting frozen products. The saw meets all safety standards that are accepted in Europe. The base of the unit is stainless steel.
Domestic enterprise DPP introduced the innovative model DPP-235N. This series of high-power meat cutting bandsaws cut frozen meat products into portions. They are used in small enterprises, as well as in supermarkets, restaurants and markets.
The machine cuts smoothly and accurately. The device is compact, easily disassembled into parts for cleaning and meets all sanitary standards. He is not making noise. A set of saw blades made of stainless steel is attached to the kit.
One of the best models was created by Finnish engineers at Koneteollisuus Oy. The floor band saw for meat KT-750 of this company is a top-class unit that is used as an independent device for cutting any kind of carcasses in animal slaughtering workshops. The machine is designed for maximum load. It can work non-stop and does not require preventive maintenance. Very reliable and easy to use.
If we talk about the products of the Finnish company, then it is impossible not to mention such band saws for cutting meat as Koneteollisuus KT-325 and Koneteollisuus KT-400.
Description of the unit Koneteollisuus KT-325
The model is designed for cutting bones and frozen briquettes into pieces of the required thickness. This equipment is equally good for meat, poultry and fish.
Koneteollisuus KT-325 is a single-speed desktop device. The device is equipped with a work surface that does not move. The model is small in size and has excellent technical characteristics. This device is more suitable for cutting small and medium pieces of meat or fish.
Koneteollisuus CT-325 meat cutting band saw is made from stainless steel, which is produced in accordance with innovative technologies. The device meets all safety and sanitary standards. The work is distinguished by a low noise level and uniform travel of the cutting blade. The model is ergonomic.
To protect the user, the unit was equipped with a special braking system, due to which it ceases to be effective after the power supply is cut off.
The model is used in procurement and meat shops, supermarkets, as well as in procurement enterprises, which are oriented both to wholesale and retail chains.
Koneteollisuus KT-400 Model Description
This unit is designed for cutting half carcasses, quarters, bones and frozen meat into pieces with a given thickness. This model cuts meat, poultry and fish. Koneteollisuus KT-400 meat cutting band saw is made of stainless steel.
The device has a long service life, ease of operation, has an ergonomic design and low noise during operation. Like the previous model, it is equipped with a brake system.
Pros and Cons of Band Saws
The meat saw band saw has the following positive characteristics:
- it does not consume a large amount of electricity;
- the cut is smooth and accurate;
- the machine operates at low noise;
- when cutting in the meat there are no fragments of bones left.
Perhaps the only negative is that the device can not work without electricity.
How to choose the right model
When purchasing a band saw, you should pay attention to its details.
Optimum indicators are:
- the base of the structure, called the frame, is made of anodized aluminum;
- the working surface, as well as the mechanism for feeding the product are made of stainless steel;
- the model has a regulator of the thickness of the cut pieces and a lever for the saw tension level;
- the unit is equipped with buttons for starting and stopping the device.
And most importantly, before you buy a car, consider the following:
- Production volume at the enterprise. A small catering establishment and shops are suitable for medium-sized models with a working surface area of 33 x 33 cm.
- Powerful large saws are suitable for larger industries and workshops. The working surface of such models is 40 x 40 cm. Remember that models with the same power can have different blades in length and an indicator of the useful cutting length.
- The place where the equipment will be mounted determines the basic rules for connecting the unit to the mains (220 V or 380 V).
- Pay attention to what the saws themselves are made of. This indicator significantly affects the cost of the unit. Models based on anodized aluminum belong to the expensive segment.
- Unit functionality. The presence of a button that signals a failure, a dispenser, a braking device, a small switch, a cut size regulator. All this also affects the price of the product.
Manufacturing companies offer a variety of band saws for cutting meat.
Which device is the most optimal is up to the buyer. Remember that units made from quality materials can guarantee a high level of functionality and long service life.