MAREL Opticut

• Portioning of boneless meat products into fixed-weight portions.
• Processing of pork and turkey loins or breasts into steaks.
• Producing uniform portions for retail packaging or further processing.
• Reducing raw material waste in meat processing operations.

Typical throughput

Up to 120 cuts per minute (7200 cuts per hour) for this class of equipment.

Product tower size

Commonly available with a 600 mm product tower; other sizes may exist.

Slice dimensions

Typically ranges from 80x40 mm to 120x200 mm for units of this type.

Slice thickness

Commonly adjustable from 5 mm to 40 mm.

Portion weight accuracy

Typically within +/- 1.5g to +/- 3g, depending on product and portion size.

Material suitability

Designed for boneless meat, such as pork loin and turkey breast.

Power supply

Typically requires a standard industrial electrical connection, often 3-phase.

Footprint

Varies, but generally designed for integration into existing processing lines.

• What types of products can the Marel Opticut process?

  The Marel Opticut is primarily designed for portioning boneless meat products, such as pork loin and turkey breast, into fixed-weight portions.

• How does the Opticut achieve high yield?

• Can the machine produce different portion sizes?

• Is this unit suitable for stacking portions?

• What maintenance is typically required for an Opticut?

• Does this machine handle trim pieces automatically?

Food depositors are valued for their precision, consistency and reliability in portioning applications across bakery, confectionery and prepared foods sectors. Buyers typically prioritise machines with minimal wear, clear maintenance histories and compatible control systems. Key strengths include durability when properly serviced, adaptability to various product viscosities, and straightforward operation. When purchasing used equipment, inspecting nozzles, pumps and pneumatic components is essential, as wear directly affects deposit accuracy. Machines from reputable manufacturers with documented service records generally command buyer confidence and deliver strong long-term value.

General overview for this equipment type