Vertical bird scrubber for poultry processing

Optimize your processing line’s efficiency with a compact solution designed to ensure thorough and efficient washing, scrubbing, and cleaning of birds and seafood in limited spaces.

The VBS-6 Vertical Bird Scrubber from Prime Equipment Group is engineered for processing facilities seeking space-efficient solutions for bird washing and cleaning. Designed with a single bank of soft bristle brushes, it effectively scrubs poultry and seafood, ensuring cleanliness in high-volume, continuous operations. Adjustable brush lengths and durometers allow customization for specific needs. Operating fully automatically, the VBS-6 can integrate seamlessly into existing processing lines. It features stainless steel construction for robust performance and longevity. The system requires (2) 1 HP, 208/230/460 Volt 3-Phase motors and utilizes a water supply of 20 GPM at house pressure. For facilities aiming to optimize water usage, it can pair with a Prime Water Re-Use system, minimizing operational costs. Ideal for producing whole broiler chickens, deboned thighs, and seafood medley packs, this equipment is a versatile solution suitable for various food processing industries.

Benefits

  • Minimizes floor space requirements, making it ideal for compact facilities.
  • Enhances hygiene standards by ensuring thorough cleaning in high-volume operations.
  • Reduces labor costs with fully automated, continuous processing.
  • Increases equipment longevity with durable, stainless steel construction.
  • Offers customizable cleaning with adjustable brushes for specific processing needs.
Applications
Seafood,Meat,Poultry
End products
Turkey wings,Deboned chicken thighs,Seafood medley packs,Processed chicken parts,Whole fish,Chicken drumsticks,Turkey breasts,Whole broiler chickens,Poultry cuts for retail packaging,Chicken wings,Processed fish fillets
Steps before
Defeathering,Evisceration Preparation,Neck and Shoulder Skinning
Steps after
Whole Bird Chilling,Portioning and Slicing,Feather and Offal Screening
Input ingredients
raw poultry,chickens,turkeys,birds
Output ingredients
washed poultry,clean chickens,clean turkeys,clean birds
Electrical Requirement
(2) 1 HP,208/230/460 Volt 3-Phase motors
Water Requirement
20 GPM at house pressure
Automation
Fully automatic
Requires no workers
Construction Material
Stainless-steel
Brush Type
Soft bristle brushes
Installation Options
Can be mounted on floor or from ceiling
Adjustable Features
Varying brush lengths and durometers
Automation level
Fully automatic
Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline Continuous
Cleaning method
CIP / Manual
Energy efficiency
Optimized for high volume
Changeover time
Minimal changeover time
Abrasion resistance
Stainless steel construction
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel construction
Cleanability
Easy to clean with water
Machine footprint
Compact design
Material
Stainless-steel construction
Mounting options
Floor or ceiling
Discharge method
Not specified
Brush configuration
Single bank of soft bristle brushes
Brush variability
Varying lengths and durometers
Brush type
Varying lengths and durometers
Mounting options
Floor or ceiling
Integration with water systems
Prime Water Re-Use system
Market info
JBT is known for manufacturing innovative industrial machinery and solutions, particularly in the food processing and air transportation sectors, renowned for their advanced technology, reliability, and customer-focused engineered-to-order solutions tailored to specific industry needs.