On a cattle slaughter line, the evisceration station is where tripe (paunch) and other internal organs leave the carcass and move to the offal line. Operators handle heavy, slippery material, so the height of the work deck, the way the platform moves and how easy it is to keep clean all matter. A pneumatic evisceration platform is built around those three points.

This article explains what the platform does, which features to look at and what to ask before you request a quote. The technical data below comes from the Mezbaha Teknolojileri product page; confirm every value for your own line.

What is a pneumatic evisceration platform?

It is a height-adjustable work platform that supports the transfer of tripe and internal organs to a belt conveyor. A pneumatic cylinder raises and lowers the deck, and the operator controls the movement with a foot pedal, which keeps both hands free for knife work.

Why adjustable working height matters

Animals differ in size, and so do operators. A fixed deck forces everyone to work at one height. An adjustable deck lets the operator set the level that suits the animal and their own working position, which supports a more comfortable and more controlled transfer of organs onto the conveyor.

Key features to review

Drive: foot-controlled pneumatic movement, so the operator does not have to put tools down.
Material: a stainless steel body for wash-down conditions (the listed model uses 304-grade stainless steel profile).
Integrated equipment: a sink and a knife sterilizer keep essential items at the work station.
Operator arrangement: designed for one operator.
Transfer direction: tripe and offal are passed to a belt conveyor.

Technical data listed for the Pneumatic Evisceration Platform

The product page does not list a load rating or deck dimensions for this model. If these values matter for your layout, ask for them in writing with your quote.

Drive system: 100 × 1,200 pneumatic cylinder
Control: foot-controlled
Body: complete 304-grade stainless steel profile
Integrated equipment: sink and knife sterilizer
Working level: height-adjustable

How it fits the offal line

The platform sits where organs are removed and handed to the offal conveyor. Its position relative to the carcass rail, the conveyor height and the floor drainage all affect how it works in practice, so share a simple layout sketch when you ask for information.

Questions to ask a supplier

What is the lifting range of the deck, and what is the maximum load?
What compressed-air supply (pressure and flow) does the cylinder need, and is an air filter included?
Can the sink and sterilizer be supplied with connections that suit your water and drain layout?
Which spare parts (seals, pedals, hoses) should you keep in stock?
Can drawings and a parts list be provided for your records?

Frequently asked questions

Is the platform operated by hand or by foot?

By foot. The listed model uses a foot-controlled pneumatic system, so the operator keeps both hands free.

How many operators work on it?

It is designed for one operator.

Does it include a sink?

Yes. The listed model combines a sink and a knife sterilizer with the platform.

Where can I see the full specification?

On the Pneumatic Evisceration Platform product page, linked below. For a quotation, send your line layout and the quantity you need through the quote form.

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