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Marel Food Systems is continuously pushing the envelope in the development of new technologies and processes to improve yields and productivity. The latest products of our commitment to innovation will be on display at our stand nr. 6227/6223 in Hall 4 at the 2009 Seafood Processing Europe. 

There are many reasons to visit our stand but the launch of six new products at the show certainly speaks for itself. In addition, we will provide a glimpse into the future and demonstrate the use of advanced robot technology in the grading and packing processes. Furthermore, we will introduce a revolutionary new processing system for whitefish that can greatly improve raw material yields and product lifetime by utilising “contact chilling” prior to skinning.

Still another reason to visit our stand is to meet with our specialists and learn how Marel Food Systems offers the convenience of a one-stop-shop for the wide-ranging needs of seafood processors of all sizes the world over. A single source saves customers the trouble of having to assemble machines from multiple suppliers. It also helps to ensure a safe, reliable and efficient installation that guarantees optimal performance.

“We see more and more companies wanting to deal with one single supplier who takes the responsibility of delivering a complete processing line as a turnkey solution,” says Rúnar Birgisson, Marel Food Systems’ Fish Division Manager. “With the advantage of the strong integrated Marel Food Systems brands, we are able to meet all our customers’ needs.”

To find out more, we invite you to join us at stand #6227/#6223 in Hall 4.

We look forward to seeing you there!

PRODUCT LAUNCHES AT SPE 2009

I-Cut 10 – A clear cut
Live demonstration at our stand of the new compact I-Cut 10. The single-lane portioncutter is designed to optimise fixed-weight production and its accuracy at high speeds boosts yield and minizes giveaway, resulting in increased productivity and profitability. The small footprint makes it easy to fit it into most production facilities and its robust construction and advanced technology ensure that maintenance costs are kept at a minimum. The competitive price combined with the savings in labour costs virtually guarantees a rapid payback.


High quality slicing at high speed
We introduce the fastest slicer for fresh smoked salmon on the market – our new D-cut slicer, which produces 250 slices per minute while retaining all the other excellent features of our GEBA and CP slicers.

No more difficult bones
The new Carnitech Vacuum Pinbone Remover removes both bones and surplus water from the fillets, thereby ensuring a high level of hygiene and maximum yield. The new pinboner has a unique optional feature. It is available with an extra set of heads that can remove some of the difficult bones in the neck that other pinboners cannot handle.

Precision weighing and labelling
At speeds up to 60 packs/min, the new WPL 9060 provides reliable, accurate, high resolution weigh price labelling for all popular tray sizes across a wide range of packaging applications. It features all new software and a touch screen with Windows embedded operating system for easy control and programming.

All-purpose checkweighing
Marel’s M-Check RF8 provides 100 percent weight control, preventing underweight and/or overweight packages. The unit is specifically designed for both wet and dry food products.

New compact trimming flowline
The new StreamLine is extremely flexible and can be used for most filleting and trimming processes. Adjustable in size and number of stations to fit every processor’s needs. Yield and throughput of individual operators is monitored in real-time.

3  NEW TOP-OF-THE-LINE FISH PROCESSING CONCEPTS

Cut ‘n Batch for fresh fish products – from fillet to tray
At the Marel stand, we will demonstrate our top-of-the-line “Cut’n Batch” concept for fresh products. This fully automated processing line is designed to minimize labour costs and giveaway. The concept includes high precision portioning followed by robot batching of the fresh fish product according to shape, size or weight and loading into trays. On top of and throughout the entire process, Innova ensures full traceability and production control.
   
From catch to batch with full automation in loading and batching
Experience our new concept that features full automation in the loading and batching processes. A pick-and-place robot picks up the fish portions in a fraction of a second, placing them on the IQF loading belt in a predetermined, organized pattern. This labour reducing concept allows for optimal belt utilisation and less human contact with the products, resulting in enhanced hygiene. After multihead batching of the frozen product into fixed weight packs, the final control is provided by the M-Check RF8 to prevent under- and/or overweight.

Improved yield and extended shelf-life of whitefish
We introduce a revolutionary processing system that utilises the latest technology of “contact chilling” to greatly improve raw material yields. The principal of contact chilling centres on cooling the fillets down to -1.5°C, just above freezing point, before they are skinned and trimmed. This makes the skin firmer and, as a result, there is very little damage to the fillets when they pass through the skinning machines. The outcome is a much more attractive product and greatly improved raw material yield, not to mention the extended shelf-life due to the low temperature of the product, which also contributes to improved conditions during transport.

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Marel Food Systems is a leading global provider of advanced equipment and systems for the food processing industry. Our internationally renowned brands include AEW Delford, Carnitech, Dantech, Marel and Scanvaegt. With an extensive global sales and service network spanning more than 40 countries, we work side-by-side with our customers to extend the boundaries of food processing performance. Marel Food Systems: ONE STOP for all your processing needs.