In-line Pluckers

The way a bird is plucked is crucially important to its presentation and especially relevant if whole ducks or portions are to be sold fresh and skin on. The plucking action will determine the extent to which the epidermis remains attached.

JBT Marel PMJ can boast its vast experience in plucking, gained worldwide over decades and backed by solid research. Our range of pluckers fits in any plucking situation, is suited for ducks of all weights and copes with all processing speeds.

The adaptable plucking/picking speeds and the adjustable individual beams with varying positioning all support flexible operation. Frequency converters at the breast side strongly contribute to the plucking result.

JBT Marel pluckers are easy to set, easy to operate and easy to clean. They reach unequaled technical and hygienic levels. Maintenance intervals are much longer and costs per processed product are very low.

• User-friendly A-frame design for stability and accessibility
• Machine closed at top to prevent feathers from escaping
• Integral guides to keep birds firmly in shackle during plucking
• Integral feather deflectors
• Double non-slip V-belt drive mechanism with calibrated tensioner
• Ventilated motors and discs
• Triple seal plucker disc bearing housings to prevent feather and water ingress
• Long-life maintenance-free bearings 
• Controlled temperature and airflow though the cabinets
• Hygienically optimal layout – easily cleanable

Your trusted service partner throughout the equipment lifecycle - maximizing uptime, optimizing performance, controlling costs and delivering lasting peace of mind. The benefit of well-maintained equipment directly impacts your bottom-line. It prevents unexpected breakdowns, enables peak performance and quality output. It also extends the life of your equipment, protecting both your investment and your team with a more reliable and safe working environment.

Whatever your processing needs - from the products you run to the scale you operate in - our broad service capabilities, proactive service agreements, expert know-how and extensive coverage mean you’ve got the support you need – where and when you need it.