Sanitary conveyor systems are a significant investment for most food processors, especially when integrating multiple pieces of OEM equipment into a cohesive line. Ensuring you invest in the right conveyor system is vital to the future of any processor– because it must meet your needs for construction, design, functionality, maintenance, food safety, quality control, and […]
Industrial injectors are a big investment, so it’s worthwhile to regularly inspect and maintain them to ensure product longevity. But there’s even more reason to preserve them in an optimal state when it comes to yield consistency, food quality and safety, and expensive downtime. While injector equipment manufacturers provide information on how to care for […]
Understanding proper brining methods for meat and meat alternatives are essential when it comes to improving product yields, product quality and your bottom line as a processor. The process of brining generally entails marinating the meat or meat alternative in a solution (brine) containing salt and other functional ingredients before cooking. Brining allows for a […]
There seems to be an endless array of vacuum tumblers on the market today for processors to choose from, and researching the advantages of all the different platforms can be overwhelming. That’s because there are a lot of factors that weigh in when investing in a new tumbler. For example, you might be looking to […]
Cutting meat with a band saw can be extremely dangerous. Every year, 4,000 meat band saw-related amputations take place in the meatpacking industry. These injuries can be avoided through the right safety measures.
Accurate temperature readings in your smokehouse are essential for improving yields, consistency, and food safety. Unfortunately, a lot of smokehouse operators don’t know how to properly use a temperature probe. This means that temperatures are not being measured precisely — which gives way to varying degrees of product yields and consistency on the same truck […]
Despite supply issues, the popularity of meat sticks remains on the rise. In 2021, processors made a combined total of over $1.83 billion in sales for meat snacks at convenience stores alone– with meat sticks as the leading category. That’s up from $466 million in 2015 – almost a 1.5 billion dollar increase in six years! […]
Purchasing a vacuum tumbler can be a daunting task. Do a quick Google search for “vacuum tumbler” and you’ll find thousands of options to choose from — all claiming to be the best on the market. So how do you know which vacuum tumbler is right for YOUR specific meat product? We laid out a […]
A brine injector is an essential piece of equipment for any meat processing company. These machines are used to inject a brine mixture into the meat to add weight and flavor, which ultimately leaves more money in your pocket. Uncooked meat and poultry products are typically sold by weight. Meaning, if you can make your […]
Supporting local and national charities is a key value here at Fusion Tech. Since 2017, we’ve hosted a vote where our clients, community, and employees could choose which charity would receive our end-of-year donation. It’s been widely successful year after year, gaining hundreds and sometimes thousands of votes. When the COVID pandemic hit, we donated […]
2023 End of Year Donation VoteDecember 12, 2023 - 1:20 pm
How to Perform Thermal Mapping and Balancing of Your Industrial OvenSeptember 25, 2023 - 8:00 am
Your Guide to Purchasing the Right Vacuum Tumbler for Your ProcessAugust 31, 2023 - 3:14 pm
Understanding How Temperature, Humidity, and Airflow Affect Batch Oven PerformanceAugust 23, 2023 - 2:22 pm