NEEDLE HEADS
OVERVIEW
One of the most important components of an injector-tenderizer machine is of course the needle heads. Here quality is of the essence, as hygiene and durability is inextricably linked to how well the needle performs day after day – clean after clean.
The excellence of the Fomaco innovative designs is especially found in the design of our various needle heads. We have developed needle heads to cover every product from fragile tissue injection to injection of bone-in meat products and for injection of both brine and marinade allowing for an optimized production of salmon curing, for instance. There is a needle head for every need.
Fish needle head
Having supplied the fish industry for more than 30 years, Fomaco is the world leading manufacturer of injectors designed for fish products. Our high level of know-how and expertise manifests itself in the design of our injectors - and the Fomaco fish needle head is no exception.
UNIQUE
NEEDLE HEAD
The needle head is specifically designed for the processing of products with a very fragile tissue. This includes all types of fish such as salmon, cod, halibut, catfish, and mackerel. The valves are controlled electronically and can be set up to start and stop injecting at any predefined height, resulting in precise salt distribution throughout the products. Moreover, the needle head makes sure that there is no under-cure at skin, no over-cured tails, a continuous operation and consequently a higher yield.
PRECISE
AND EVEN INJECTION
The Fomaco injectors for the fish processing industry are characterized by the needle bridge being equipped with very fine needles providing a close injection pattern. The fish is injected at a low pump pressure, which prevents damage to the fragile meat tissue and at the same time ensures a precise and even injection level.
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
| Advancement: | 60-45-30 mm | |||
| Available needle types: | Double - Quadro |
| Number of needles | ||||
| FGM 48 | 48 pcs quadro needles | |||
| FGM 64 | 64 pcs quadro needles | |||
| FGM 88 | 88 pcs quadro needles | |||
| FGM 112 | 112 pcs quadro needles | |||
Compatibility
FGM 48 / FGM 64 / FGM 88 / FGM 112
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
- Pump-to-product system to eliminate dead/low flow zones
- Extremely dense needle pattern
- Sanitary design
- Few moving parts
- Quick release system for quick needle cleaning or replacement
- Available in both a standard and an extended execution for curing of even the largest products
BLP Needle head
The BLP needle head developed for boneless meat products is the perfect choice for high volume production, as it enables you to achieve impressive output rates ranging from 1-15 ton/hr depending on product and injection level. Due to the large amount of needles and the extremely close needle pattern the BLP needle head is especially suited for delicate products.
The BLP needle head is constructed as a pump-to-product system ensuring an optimized brine flow as well as
eliminating sediment build-up. The high performance centrifugal pump provides a constant brine pressure irrespective of the number of needles in the product, giving a uniform brine distribution regardless of product size.
DESIGNED FOR
QUICK AND EASY CLEANING
With the BLP quick release system you can dismantle the full
needle cassette in a matter of seconds. Inspection, cleaning and
disinfection has never been easier! This also allows for an instant
exchange with a clean needle cassette.
In addition, the needle head features:
- Designed as a pump-to-product system for improved hygiene
- A wash table for all loose parts during cleaning
- Improved cleaning functionality for needles and lower needle head section
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
| Advancement: | 87-130-260 mm | |||
| Stripping heights H1: | 55-75-95 mm |
Available needle types: Double - Quadro
| Injection area W1 x L1 | Number of needles | |||
| FGM 48 400 x 260 mm | FGM 48 260 pcs | |||
| FGM 64 540 x 260 mm | FGM 64 351 pcs | |||
| FGM 88 720 x 260 mm | FGM 88 468 pcs | |||
| FGM 112 940 x 260 mm | FGM 112 611 pcs |
Compatibility
FGM 48 / FGM 64 / FGM 88 / FGM 112
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
- Uniform and close needle pattern
- Minimal wear parts
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Over the past 45+ years Fomaco has gained global recognition. Our passion, creativity and hard work has got us where we are today and it is the same core values, which will see us into the future.
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