The process of removing feathers from a bird is quite tedious and time-consuming. A feather removal machine for cleaning quail carcasses greatly simplifies the work. The technique helps save time and effort and allows you to get a cleanly plucked bird. When choosing a car, various factors are taken into account. If the farm raises few birds, then it is advisable not to buy the unit, but to assemble it yourself.
Rating of ready-made solutions
Feather removal machines make it easier to pluck feathers from poultry carcasses. The units are available in disk and drum types.There are several popular models. The Plyuka machine is a universal type because it processes birds of any age. One-time loading – 10-15 quails, productivity – 130-150 units/hour. Advantages: the polypropylene body is easy to clean, the surface has antibacterial properties (prevents the growth of E. coli and salmonella). Weighs 20 kg, parameters: 50x55x40 cm.
The Princess device has a compact size (44x34x36 cm) and weighs 10 kg. Ideal for small farms. One-time loading – 1-4 quails, productivity – 120 carcasses/hour.
Which one is better to choose?
When choosing a device, you need to pay attention to the following parameters: performance, ease of maintenance, cost, principle of operation.
- Drum-type feather removal machines are equipped with closed chambers. The advantage is that several carcasses can be quickly cleaned at once without interruption. The optimal choice for large farms.
- For disk units, the hemispherical working surface has an open upper part. The models are suitable for servicing small farms.
A general drawback of de-feathering machines is that during operation, the beating fingers can injure the bird carcass, which affects the quality of the product. Plucking units remove feathers with minimal damage to the carcass, but this technique is rated much higher.
How to make a feather removal machine with your own hands
Many farmers assemble the devices themselves to save money and take into account individual needs.
Required materials to assemble a quail plucker: electric motor, operating drum, pack of strikers, car pump, belt drive system and pack of bolts.
The easiest way to process quail is to convert a single-tank washing machine that is in working condition. The main nuances: move the motor and control electrics outside the washing body; holes are drilled in the bottom of the tank and the activator to install the pins and drain water.
Instructions for use
Before using the equipment, the inside of the drum is treated with a soda solution and rinsed with clean water. Immediately after slaughter, the carcasses are placed in a container with hot water, taken out 5-7 times and immersed again so that the feathers get wet.
Stages of poultry processing:
- The car is turned on for 5-10 seconds to accelerate.
- The recommended number of carcasses is placed inside.
- Turn on the water supply so that the feathers are washed off during the processing process.
- After 15-30 seconds the machine is turned off.
The processed carcasses are removed after the drum has completely stopped. After processing the bird, the tank is thoroughly washed to remove feather residues.
Feather removal equipment is a necessary device on a farm where poultry is raised. Before choosing a model, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with the operating principle of the equipment and compare the technical characteristics of the machines.
