LineLink-DC-T

The LineLink DC-T transfers turkey products from the defeathering shackle to the chilling shackle. It ensures fast but careful handling without causing any damage to the products and optimizes the hygiene of both the process and the products. The LineLink DC-T features a robust RS frame, which is easy cleanable.

One-to-one transfer

In most parts of the world, except in the US, the turkey defeathering line needs no rehanging to the evisceration line; evisceration can be done feet on, using the defeathering line shackle. Manually performing this task involves lifting approximately 25 kg repeatedly over extended periods. To eliminate this labor-intensive process, JBT Marel has developed the LineLink DC-T transfer unit.

The turkey defeathering and evisceration lines operate at identical speeds, with the same number of shackles per minute. Products are transferred on a one-to-one basis, eliminating the risk of unsynchronized lines that could result in empty shackles downstream. This procedure ensures that products are rehung securely and are accurately positioned for the next process.

Coupling and timing 

The JBT Marel Active Tension Control (ATC) system electronically synchronizes line forces. ATC compensates automatically for differing chain stretch on the two lines. This way, both lines always run at precisely the same number of shackles per minute, achieving ultra-reliable coupling.

LineLink DC-T's innovative slanted sprockets enable precise timing adjustments, preventing unexpected product drops from the line. Such timing adjustments can be made on-the-fly, delivering immediate results. This eliminates the need for technical staff to be called in to modify settings and minimizes production downtime, as the line continues running smoothly.

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