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MeatMaster™ II

MeatMaster™ II
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MeatMaster™ II

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Overview: The MeatMaster™ II is an advanced analytical tool for the meat industry, offering real-time measurements of fat content, weight, and foreign object detection using X-ray technology. It can handle up to 38 tons per hour, ensuring 100% scanning accuracy.
Key Features:
  • Real-Time Analysis: Provides continuous measurement of fat content and weight for all meat on the conveyor.
  • High Capacity: Processes up to 38 tons per hour, suitable for chilled and frozen meat, both packed and loose.
  • Foreign Object Detection: Detects and rejects metal, bone, and other dense foreign objects.
  • Compact Design: Available in a compact version for space-constrained environments.
Applications:
  • Fat Content Control: Optimizes raw material use by controlling fat content in meat trimmings.
  • Batch Standardization: Ensures consistent production by standardizing batches to specific fat content.
  • Supplier Evaluation: Controls raw material quality from suppliers.
  • Objective Grading: Uses X-ray technology for objective grading of meat cuts.
Benefits:
  • Cost Efficiency: Reduces production costs and simplifies control procedures.
  • Increased Profitability: Accurate fat content measurement leads to savings and increased profit margins.
  • Integration and Maintenance: Easy integration into existing lines, with a robust design for easy cleaning and maintenance.
  • Global Support: Supported by FOSS's global network of experts.
Technical Specifications: The MeatMaster II measures various forms of meat with a focus on accuracy and efficiency. It includes a built-in conveyor and is available in different versions.
Maintenance and Support: FOSS offers comprehensive support agreements, including extended warranties and preventive maintenance.
Product Overview: The MeatMaster II C version analyzes natural raw meat, detecting fat content, weight, and foreign objects in various presentations.
Specifications:
  • Measuring Range: 2 - 85% fat.
  • Product Temperature: -20 to 35°C.
  • Product Presentation: Average meat height 5-20 cm; maximum width 57 cm; minimum distance between trays 5 cm.
  • Capacity: Up to 38 tons/hour.
  • Accuracy: Fat content accuracy of 1% or better; weight accuracy down to 1% relative; metal detection down to 2 mm.
Dimensions: H * W * D: 2.37 * 2.50/1.581 * 1.22 m.
Instrument Data:
  • Ambient Conditions: Temperature 2 – 15 °C; humidity 5 – 95 % RH.
  • Instrument Supplies: Electrical supply 230 VAC ±10 %, 50-60 Hz; power consumption max 1200 VA; water supply potable water, temperature 8 - 15 °C.
X-Ray Specifications:
  • X-Ray Source: Operated at 140 kV/3 mA.
  • X-Ray Emission: Shielded to <0.5 µSv/hour at 10 cm.
Data Connection: Ethernet 10/100, PDx + KEPServer.
Standards and Approvals: CE labelled, complies with EMC, LVD, and MD Directives.
Patents: EP: 1226431, AU: 768044, NZ: 518315, CA: 2387756, US: 6600805.
Reference Methods: Schmid-Bondzynski-Ratslaff method No. 131, 1989, ISO 1443:1973 Fat in Meat Products.
Installation Recommendations: Protect the analyser with concrete mounted poles or rails.
Contact Information: FOSS, Foss Allé 1, DK-3400 Hilleroed, Denmark. Tel.: +45 7010 3370, Fax: +45 7010 3371, Email: [email protected], Website: www.foss.dk.
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MeatMaster™ II-1

MeatMaster™ II gives continuous "real time" measurements of fat content and weight of all the meat passing through the instrument on its built-in conveyor. It can scan up to 38 tons per hour and also performs foreign object detection. Options include an after grinder version and a compact version (Approx. 1.5 metres) when space is tight.

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MeatMaster™ II-2

Measure it all with 100% scanning The MeatMaster II offers you a complete picture of all the meat trimmings passing through your production. With a capacity of up to 38 tons per hour for analysis of raw meat, the MeatMaster can measure fat content, determine the weight and scan for foreign objects. X-ray technology gives a 100% scanning of all meat, regardless of the size of the pieces and whether they are fresh or frozen or packed in plastic or cardboard boxes. Typical uses include: the coarse grinder allows inspection of raw material early on in the production process, protecting you against...

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MeatMaster™ II-3

Technology 100% control with X-ray X-ray scans 100% of the meat passing through the scanning area. X-ray can be used for scanning chilled or frozen raw meat and will give information about content of Fat, Weight and will detect foreign objects with a density higher than 1.7 g/cm3 (metal, bone, glass, etc.) The FOSS patented X-ray system in MeatMaster results in the highest possible accuracy. The system scans meat in the form of whole cuts, trimmings or minced meat up to 20 cm in height. The meat can be in cartons, plastic trays or loose on the belt, chilled and/or frozen. MeatMasterTM detects...

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MeatMaster™ II-4

Mixer Grinder Control production of trimmings The fat content in meat trimmings has traditionally been measured by periodic tests by ‘butcher’s eye’ or chemical analysis methods. However, such methods do not offer satisfactory Grinder accuracy for trim product and process control. Routine analysis based on X-ray will give you much more control of your trim production and will help you to optimize the sales value of your trimmings. • Avoid lean meat give away in each carton and/or pallet/ combo Mixer • Optimize the value of trim categories by reducing the variation between each carton on a pallet...

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MeatMaster™ II-5

Batch standardization A fast and accurate standardisation process is the key to success in production of ground meat based products. With MeatMaster it is possible to obtain accuracy at a batch level of 0.5% absolute (SD) or even better. Typically, your accuracy in assessing fat content of batches is improved by 2-3% absolute, leading to a significant improvement in earnings. The payback time of the investment can be as low as a few months. Using MeatMaster for batch standardization, you can: • Optimize use of raw material • Do fast standardization of batches • Increase line efficiency by reducing...

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MeatMaster™ II-6

Objective grading of cuts With x-ray technology it is possible objectively to grade whole cuts like pork bellies, pork hams etc. into uniform categories, which is not achievable via the traditional visual inspection. The grading is based on fat measurement and can be combined with image recognition. Improving the ham curing process: the MeatMaster software gives you the ability to scan joints of ham for fat content of the meat while ignoring the bone. The benefits of this technology apply for manufacturers of bacon, producers of dry ham products and other manufacturers of finished meat products...

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MeatMaster™ II-7

MeatMaster II designed for the meat production environment Easy to integrate Via the remote access the FOSS expert can monitor the performance of MeatMaster, implement possible needed adjustments of calibration, software etc. It all serves the purpose to secure accurate performance and highest possible uptime of the MeatMaster. MeatMaster II is easy to integrate in-line in your production with a special compact version available for tight spaces and thereby easier to integrate as an ‘in-line’ analyser in production plants. The new MeatMaster II has the same renowned accuracy as the MeatMaster...

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MeatMaster™ II-8

Extended warranty on new instruments with a FossCare agreement Secure your investment with a FossCare™ Support Agreement Let FOSS take care of you for a maximum return on your analytical investment. Get a four year warranty as part of the new FossCare Premium Preventive Maintenance Agreement or two years as part of any other FossCare agreement. In addition to the peace of mind afforded by the warranty period, the continual preventive maintenance pays off by keeping your analytical instruments working perfectly every day, year after year. Why preventive maintenance? As with any analytical solution,...

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MeatMaster™ II-10

Data connection Ethernet 10/100 PDx + KEPServer Standards and approvals MeatMaster™ is CE labelled and complies with the following directives: • EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Directive 2004/108/EEC • LVD (Low voltage directive) 2006/95/EEC • MD (Machine Directive) 2006/42/EEC Patents EP: 1226431, AU: 768044, NZ: 518315, CA: 2387756, US: 6600805 Reference methods • Schmid-Bondzynski-Ratslaff (SBR) method No. 131, 1989 from the Nordic Committee for Food Analysis (NMKL) • ISO 1443:1973 Fat in Meat Products Installation The analyser is of a robust design. We recommend nevertheless that the...

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