A new smart belly trimming solution from Provisur promises to bring significant improvements in yields and throughput for today’s RTC (Ready to Cook) and RTE (Ready to Eat) bacon processing operations.
Provisur’s new Hoegger® TrimX system—which is comprised of a flattener, 3D scanner, meat model-based side strapper and docker—was engineered to remove all belly defects prior to the press. The result is significant increases in slicing yields, more #1 slices, and higher throughput with less slicing debris on the line.
For bacon processors, the key to achieving higher yields is ensuring that every belly is perfectly shaped before arriving at the slicer. The Hoegger TrimX makes this a reality. The intelligent system automatically detects and cuts away all belly defects, including fish tails, dropped CT muscle, and thin fat edges prior to the belly reaching the press. The end result after pressing is a perfectly shaped belly that produces the highest possible amount of quality slices.
The best-in-class smart technology provides processors with remote access to the machine for fast fault diagnosis and next-generation 3D scanning technology for optimum results. The scanner takes a 3D image of the bacon belly, which enables an analysis of belly dimensions, fat and lean, and defects. It then records the shape and dimension of each belly, identifies product defects, and calculates the best way to trim the belly based on processor inputs. Meat-model based side strapping prepares the belly for optimum pressing and maximizes the volume of good meat for a significant increase in yield. Combined with Hoegger Form pressing equipment, TrimX provides the ideal solution for bacon processors to improve efficiency and maximize yield.
Operators can easily adjust and store parameters to match a customer’s slicing requirements, or optimize trimming depending on current market value. This intelligent cutting strategy results in increased throughput and yields, less debris, and ensures the highest quality slices from every single belly.
Other next-generation features include the HMI Assistant, which makes it easy to adapt and adjust all parameters and allows the operator to maintain total control of the operation. A database—including data about trim volume, dimensions, shape, defects, and dock ends—provides traceability and visibility. Pictures with cutting decisions enable versatile possibilities for optimization and supplier evaluation.
Every producer who chooses the TrimX smart trimmer for their operations can count on Provisur for industry-leading support and service, with a focus on preventative maintenance to ensure a long life of trouble-free operation.
Learn more here: https://www.provisur.com/en/equipment/meat-sizing/trimx/
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- Hoegger TrimX – patent pending: Fully automated smart trimming system
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- Hoegger TrimX – patent pending: Smart trimming decision
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- Hoegger TrimX – patent pending: Each bacon is trimmed individually