The NEW A-Skin: 5 game-changing reasons you’ll want it in your line

At Marel, we are dedicated to developing solutions that optimize processing in order to tackle these challenges head-on. Our latest innovation is the A-Skin, the first automatic derinding skinner developed from the combined strengths of the MAJA and Townsend brands, both a part of Marel. Discover the five key reasons you will want to have this state-of-the-art machine in your line and find out how its unique features can help you successfully navigate the challenges faced in pork processing with unparalleled success.

1. Innovative features elevate efficiency

Unique bypass function

For many processors, it is an advantage if products that are not intended for derinding can still pass through the line. The A-Skin’s unique bypass feature allows raw materials not intended for derinding to effortlessly move along the line, with the A-Skin seamlessly acting as a transport device. The changeover takes place automatically at the touch of a button and requires no further action, only an additional compressed air connection is required. This exceptional capability allows you to achieve peak throughput levels in an industrial setting, saves valuable production space, and reduces the high costs associated with additional belt systems.

Innovative quick-locking device

The A-Skin blade holder has a unique quick-locking device, making it easy to install and remove the blade without any tools. For cleaning purposes, the blade holder does not need to be disassembled; it is simply moved into the cleaning position, and all parts remain on the machine during the cleaning process. This enables quick changeovers and minimizes downtime. It also protects the high-precision blade, reduces maintenance costs and maximizes operator safety.

2. Unique technology maximizes yield

Despite all efforts at standardization, meat cuts are subject to natural variations. A good skinner must be able to compensate for these differences in order to remove the rind from all cuts as perfectly as possible.

Special-design rollers

The A-Skin has specially designed fine-tooth rollers tailored to help you extract the utmost value from your raw material. This state-of-the-art feature sets a high standard to help you maximize yield results.

Automatic cut control and pressure fixation

Thanks to the automatic cut control feature and the A-Skin’s pressure fixation, you will always gain maximum yield for all types of products. The A-Skin can be used to efficiently derind all cuts of pork, including belly/flank, backfat, neck fat, jowl, shoulder and ham cover, shoulder without bones (also with boneless knuckle), ham without bones and topside.

3. Automation minimizes labor costs

Finding skilled people has never been tougher, especially given the demanding and risky nature of the skinning process. The A-Skin is a conveyorized derinding machine that reduces manual work to streamline and simplify the entire skinning process. This results in little or no requirement for rework, so you get higher throughput, improved quality, and, crucially, significantly reduced labor costs.

The A-Skin is highly intuitive to operate, and special features mean almost anyone can perform routine maintenance and cleaning quickly and thoroughly. Additionally, it should not be forgotten that higher levels of automation reduce the number of touches of the meat cuts by operators, which significantly impacts product hygiene and minimizes the risk of contamination.

4. Customizable options enhance adaptability

The A-Skin has been developed as a modular platform for medium-sized processors and industrial companies. Various options enable extremely flexible use of the machine. It can be used as a stand-alone machine as standard, and customization is also possible. For example, the A-Skin can be delivered on a C-frame to save space in the production line.

Customized conveyor systems offer further possibilities for creating individually adapted automation solutions. Examples include lateral discharge conveyor belts or other conveyor solutions. As the A-Skin operates completely without compressed air in its standard version, it also scores with low operating costs and high energy efficiency.

5. It’s never been easier to meet hygiene requirements

Unique swivel design belts for optimal hygiene

The A-Skin’s unique swiveling infeed and outfeed conveyors significantly simplify the entire cleaning process. There’s no need to remove individual belts for cleaning, all parts remain on the machine, and tools are not required, the conveyors simply swing out to give unparalleled access for optimum cleaning of all modular link and plastic belts as well as the belt frame.

Unrivaled safety features protect operators

To offer your employees the best levels of protection, the A-Skin has been designed with a multitude of features that help prevent serious injury during derinding and skinning. It is highly intuitive to operate and requires minimal effort to clean. For operator convenience and safety, all parts remain on the machine. It’s never been easier to keep your line running optimally and with the highest food safety levels while keeping your employees safe.

Let’s talk about your skinning process!

Are you ready to transform your business with cutting-edge A-skin technology? Take the first step by filling out the form below. Our expert skinning team is waiting to show you the potential of A-skin and how it can meet your unique needs and help you overcome the most common challenges of pork skinning.