Forming machines

  • Forming and Breading Line RM Sertec 400 mm
    USED

    Forming and Breading Line RM Sertec 400 mm

    Complete 400 mm RM Sertec processing line for forming, pre-dusting, battering and breading food products. Commissioned in January 2024, used mainly for product trials and maintained in excellent condition.

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  • Forming Line Provisur Formax F26 with MC27 Tenderizer
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    Forming Line Provisur Formax F26 with MC27 Tenderizer

    Provisur Formax F26 forming line with MC27 tenderizer, PLC touchscreen control and accessory trolley. Designed for industrial portion forming with adjustable fill pressure, sanitary stainless steel construction and multiple safety interlocks.

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  • Meatball forming attachment Vemag 821
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    Meatball forming attachment Vemag 821

    Attachment designed to create meatballs and other food products quickly. Compatible with Vemag machines, it produces uniform shapes and weights, improving the quality of the final product.

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  • Portion cutter Treif Jaguar 700
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    Portion cutter Treif Jaguar 700

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  • Vemag line for forming meat balls, croquettes and burgers
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    Vemag line for forming meat balls, croquettes and burgers

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  • Marel TVM Platino 400 Flattening machine
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    Marel TVM Platino 400 Flattening machine

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  • Marel Platino 400 flattener
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    Marel Platino 400 flattener

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  • Skewer machine Verbruggen / Schomaker ASU 400
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    Skewer machine Verbruggen / Schomaker ASU 400

    Industrial skewer machines can process up to 3,800 skewers per hour, efficiently handling a wide range of products, including meat, fish, tofu, vegetables, and fruit. Perfect for food production facilities, catering businesses, and meat processing plants

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    • Industrial meat-forming machines are specialised devices designed to shape meat into specific forms, sizes, and structures. They allow for the efficient and precise production of items such as patties, burgers, nuggets, skewers, and meatballs in a repeatable manner. These machines include burger formers, patty presses, automatic forming units, and other shaping equipment. Their use streamlines the production process while maintaining hygiene and quality standards.

    What Are the Functions of Meat Forming Machines?

    Forming machines are essential in meat production as they ensure that products like burgers, meat patties, and nuggets have a consistent shape and weight. These machines enhance production efficiency by quickly and consistently shaping the meat, which minimises the need for manual labour and reduces operating costs. Additionally, standardised production leads to smoother downstream processes such as packaging, quality control, and sales.

    Well-designed food formers enhance the appearance, structure, and overall presentation of products. These machines are usually constructed from high-quality materials, such as stainless steel, which ensures hygiene, safety, and ease of cleaning and maintenance in accordance with sanitation standards. Additionally, precise portioning and forming optimise raw material usage, reducing losses, overfilling, and production waste.

    Types of Meat Forming Machines Offered by ERY Food Machinery

    At ERY, we offer a variety of forming equipment designed for specific applications, including:

    • Patty formers – machines for shaping traditional patties made from one or more ingredients, with specified thickness and diameter,
    • Burger formers – customised molds and automated machines designed for shaping meat into flat, round, uniform burgers.
    • Nugget formers – equipment for shaping nuggets or breaded bites, often modular presses with molds for defined shapes like “sticks” or “stars.”
    • Skewer formers – Machines that assist in forming meat for skewers, placing pieces on sticks, and preparing them for further production stages; can be manual, semi-automatic, or fully automatic.

    ERY provides both standalone forming machines and complete production lines, along with attachments and custom molds designed for specific product types.

    How to Choose the Right Meat Forming Machine?

    When selecting a meat-forming machine, consider the type of product you will be producing, such as burgers, patties, nuggets, or skewers, as each requires a distinct shape and handling method. Capacity and production scale are also necessary—larger facilities typically benefit from high-powered automated machines.

    Flexibility is essential, so look for machines with adjustable settings and interchangeable molds. It’s essential to choose easy-to-clean stainless steel construction to ensure hygiene. Additionally, evaluate the level of automation, how well the machine integrates with your production line, and the overall operating costs, including energy consumption, spare parts, transportation, and installation.

    Advantages of Automating the Meat Forming Process – Opt for Professional Solutions!

    Automating meat forming with food-grade forming machines and automatic systems offers numerous benefits. It significantly reduces the need for manual labour and minimises human error, while also increasing production speed and facilitating scalability. Precision forming ensures that products are uniform in shape and weight, thereby enhancing consistency, strengthening brand identity, and boosting customer satisfaction. Additionally, automation helps to reduce waste and improve hygiene by minimising hard-to-clean components. It also allows for the production of a variety of product types—from burgers of different weights to nuggets in various shapes—thanks to interchangeable molds and accessories.

    Where Are Meat-Forming Machines Used?

    Meat formers are used across various sectors and stages of food production, including:

    • Meat and poultry processing facilities.
    • Manufacturers of ready meals, fast food producers, restaurant chains, and catering services.
    • Frozen food factories produce a variety of items, including breaded products, nuggets, strips, and pre-cooked patties.
    • Hybrid and plant-based food processors that produce meat alternatives.
    • Small and mid-sized businesses, as well as artisanal producers, that use compact forming machines or semi-automatic presses.

    Popular Brands of Forming Machines – High-Quality Equipment from Trusted Manufacturers

    ERY provides forming machines from reputable brands known for their reliability, build quality, and serviceability. The specific models and brands available may vary, especially for used or refurbished machines. Notable examples include Vemag, which offers advanced lines for burgers and meatballs; Dadaux, specialising in patty and burger formers; and Multivac, recognised for its deep-draw systems and shaping attachments for patties and burgers. Additionally, ERY supplies machines from other trusted manufacturers.

    Used Meat Forming Machines from ERY Food Machinery – Reliable Equipment at Competitive Prices

    ERY Food Machinery offers a wide selection of used meat formers, automatic forming systems, and patty presses. Each machine undergoes a thorough technical inspection before sale, ensuring they are tested and ready for immediate operation. Many of these machines are sourced from top brands and often include interchangeable molds and accessories for producing burgers, patties, nuggets, or skewers, providing flexibility in production. The primary advantage of these machines is their excellent price-to-performance ratio compared to new equipment. Additionally, optional services include technical support and access to spare parts.

    ERY is purchasing used forming machines! We’ll buy your surplus equipment!

    ERY also buys food processing equipment, including forming machines, meat presses, burger makers, nugget and skewer moulders, and meatball presses. If you have a meat former, an automatic burger line, or a patty press that you no longer need, ERY is interested in purchasing it. Equipment evaluations are typically conducted within 24 hours. We offer fair buyout terms and can handle dismantling, transportation, and documentation if needed, managing the entire process from start to finish.