Butcher Boy

Applications & Use Cases

• Used in butcher shops and supermarkets for preparing minced meat.
• Suitable for small to medium-scale meat processing operations.
• Utilised in restaurants and catering facilities for in-house meat preparation.
• Can be found in specialist food production units for various meat products.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, throughput can range from 200 kg/hour to over 1000 kg/hour, depending on motor size and plate diameter.

Power supply

Commonly found on units of this type, a 3-phase electrical supply (e.g., 400V, 50Hz) is typically required for industrial models, though smaller units may be single-phase.

Construction material

Units are typically constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability in food processing environments.

Feed opening size

The size of the feed opening varies, accommodating different cuts of meat for processing.

Grinding plate diameter

Grinding plate diameters commonly range from 98mm to 200mm, influencing output texture and speed.

Footprint

The footprint for this class of equipment can vary from approximately 0.5m² for smaller models to over 1.5m² for larger, floor-standing units.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What maintenance is typically required for a used meat grinder?

  Regular cleaning and sanitisation are essential. Inspection and sharpening or replacement of grinding plates and knives are also common maintenance tasks to ensure optimal performance.

• Can this grinder process frozen meat?

• What safety features are commonly found on these machines?

• What kind of product can be made with a meat grinder?

• Are spare parts readily available for Butcher Boy grinders?