Fish heading machine HV 25

The HV-25 and HV-30 series of machines are designed for fish species where structure is such that a double cut is required to achieve maximum meat recovery. The relevant angle of the two blades is varied to individual species requirements, each fish being automatically positioned for maximum yield irrespective of size. The HV-25 is suitable for fish in the size range of 12 oz. (340 grams) to 6 lbs. (2.7 Kgs.) depending on species. Species handling capabilities include Tilapia, Catfish, Bass, Orange Roughy and similar species with considerable meat above the gill plate. Method of operation An operator places fish belly-down and head-first into the transport trays which are moving towards the cutting blades. The machine automatically locates on gill plate or fins, aligning and securing the fish in the optimum cutting position for maximum meat recovery. The fish then passes first the bottom blade and then then the top blade. The relevant angle of these blades are adjusted to provide maximum meat recovery. After headcutting, the body of the fish is delivered by conveyor to the next processing station, the head being ejected separately.