Compact grader for poultry and meat processing

Streamline your production line with this precise grading solution, designed to optimize weight accuracy and minimize giveaway in high-speed food processing operations.

The Compact Grader series from Marel, which includes the CG450, CG600, and CG900 models, offers a streamlined solution for food processors focused on efficiency and precision. This grader excels in batch and continuous operations, integrating seamlessly into current lines with its plug-and-play capability and being operable across diverse sectors like poultry, meat, and fish processing.

Utilizing a dynamic weighing platform, it automatically adjusts to minimize disturbance, ensuring accurate grading and batching. The system offers optional automatic batching bins, maximizing throughput without unnecessary giveaway, while maintaining gentle product handling.

Designed to meet stringent hygiene requirements, the Compact Grader features a robust construction with smooth, rounded edges for easy cleaning and resilience against high-pressure washdowns. Its telescopic legs provide ergonomic working conditions by allowing height adjustments.

With the ability to manage up to 160 pieces per minute, depending on the chosen model, it offers three different versions to cater to various product size requirements. These versions can handle product lengths ranging from 250mm to 700mm and weights up to 6,000g.

Integration with Marel’s Innova Food Processing Software allows for comprehensive data collection and real-time monitoring, providing users with performance insights necessary for optimizing operations. Adjustable through more than 50 grading programs, the system’s configurability is complemented by Marel’s engineering support for tailored solutions.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency by minimizing product giveaway with precise weighing and batching.
  • Reduces labor costs through easy setup and integration with plug-and-play functionality.
  • Boosts operational insight with real-time data monitoring via Innova software, enabling informed decision-making.
  • Facilitates stringent hygiene compliance with smooth, easy-to-clean surfaces and robust construction.
  • Adapts to varying production needs with configurable setups, adjustable height, and multiple program options.
Applications
Pet food,Meat,Cheese,Fruit and vegetables,Poultry,Prepared foods,Fish
End products
Chicken breast fillets,Frozen fish portions,Salmon fillets,Pork chops,Pet food kibbles,Sliced apples,Diced cheese,Breaded chicken nuggets
Steps before
Receiving,Primary processing,Secondary processing,Weighing,Grading
Steps after
Batching,Packaging,Labeling,Quality Assurance,Data Collection
Input ingredients
fresh food products,frozen food products
Output ingredients
graded products,batched products,processed food products
Capacity
80-160 pcs/min
Max product length
250-700 mm
Max product width
250 mm
Weight range
40-6,000 g
Gate division
475-650 mm
Automation
Plug and play
Version
CG450,CG600,CG900
Gates
2x3 or 2x4
Hygienic Design
Yes
Automation level
Manual / PLC / SCADA
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Energy efficiency
0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture
Cleaning method
CIP / Hand Wash
Changeover time
Short / Mid / Long
Batching capability
Best-fit batching
Max product length
250mm / 10” to 700mm / 28”
Max product width
250mm / 10”
Compact footprint
Adjustable height with telescopic legs
Discharge method
Dynamic weighing and optional grading and batching
Gates
2x3 or 2x4 gates
Model
CG450,CG600,CG900
Control panel type
M2400 easy-to-operate indicator
Discharge method
2x3 or 2x4 gates
Integration possibilities
Connects with Innova Food Processing Software
Design type
Compact and hygienic design with telescopic legs
Grading Programs
More than 50 grading programs
Market info
Marel is known for its advanced food processing equipment, specializing in systems and services for poultry, meat, and fish industries. It is recognized for innovation, quality, and improving processing efficiency and sustainability.