A New Generation of Fish Processing Machinery

We have established a proven track record both on-shore and at sea. Our products are easy to use, need minimum maintenance and have a space-saving design. We pride ourselves to provide excellent service and react quickly to our customers needs. Our machines return an increase in utilisation of the valuable raw materials that derive from marine resources. The corrosion free products from Vélfag were born from the demanding environment onboard freezer trawlers.​ 

Heading

Filleting

Skinning

​M521 Heading/Collarbone machine

The M521 is a V-Cut heading machine & Collarbone Cutter designed for 

• Whole fish
• Gutted fish 
• H&G (pre-headed fish)
• Species: Whitefish and Salmon
• Size range: 250gr -15kg
• Maximum throughput is approx. 40 fish per minute. (depending on the size)

COLLARBONE CUTTING
Removing the collarbone before filleting is crucial to secure optimum yield, fillet quality, and up-time processing. As a collarbone cutter, the M521 also plays a vital role in a state-of-the-art filleting line; effectively removing the collarbones and:

• Eliminating the danger of fillets getting stuck in the filleting process and, subsequently, the fillets that follow.
• Eliminates the risk of damaging the most valuable part of the fillet caused by the collarbone.
• Prevents unnecessary filleting flaws on the fillets caused by the collarbone.
• Decreases extra handling and work in the trimming process.
• The flawless fillets can be directed directly to skinning, pin bone removal, portioning, and packing.
• The fillets run smoothly through the filleting and skinning process without unnecessary delays, cost of handling, loss of cooling, and loss of yield and quality. 
• Is, therefore, a vital link in the product´s cooling chain that ensures minimum energy expenditure, less food waste, and less carbon print. 
• Simple and Hygienic - Takes up small floor space. 
• Built from high-quality materials that ensure durability and low maintenance cost. 

The M521 deheading and collarbone cutting machine is a neat and powerful tool for the seafood industry when building their eco-labels and sustainability certification.

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