Processing wild game can be a demanding task, but having the right equipment is crucial for improving efficiency and productivity. Using inappropriate tools or inefficient methods increases the risk of injury and reduces the amount of meat you can prepare in a day. As a game processor, knowing which equipment is essential will boost both safety and productivity in your operations.

How the Right Wild Game Processing Equipment Ensures Efficiency

Not all game processing equipment is created equal. While a basic hunting knife is indispensable in the field, there are better tools for detailed processing back at the facility.

Investing in high-quality, reliable equipment designed for wild game processing will speed up operations that would take much longer to do manually. These tools also enhance safety and ensure a consistent product for your customers.

Must-Have Wild Game Processing Equipment

1. Skinners and Dehiders

Skinning and dehiding wild game is a crucial first step. Handheld pneumatically-powered tools are ideal for safely and efficiently removing the hide without damaging the meat underneath.

The Jarvis Handheld Pneumatically-Powered Dehider is an industry favorite for skinning deer, elk, and other large game. Unlike a traditional knife, which can result in cuts or gashes on the meat, Jarvis tools provide a consistent, clean skinning process every time.

For smaller game like wild hogs or turkeys, the Jarvis Handheld Pneumatic Skinner is perfect for removing skin and fat with precision, ensuring that valuable meat is not lost in the process.

2. Game Saws and Knives

Breaking down wild game into marketable cuts requires tools that can handle dense meat and bone. While knives are essential for finer work, an electric game saw is a must for processing full carcasses.

The Jarvis Wellsaw 444 meat saw, with its motorized blade moving at 6,300 strokes per minute, makes quick work of even the toughest cuts, allowing for smooth operation without straining the operator. It’s perfect for cutting through bones, cartilage, and tendons in larger game like deer or moose.

More intricate cuts, such as ribbing or quartering, call for the Jarvis Pneumatic Powered Circular Saw offers the precision needed for complex tasks, ensuring you get the most from each carcass.

Wild game processing wouldn’t be complete without a great boning knife, and our INOX Pro line of boning knives are more than your average boning knife! The ergonomic design makes things more comfortable, and the slip-resistant handle enhances safety. Also, ideal tools for wild game processing are the Stainless Steel Trigger Action Market Handsaws, available in two sizes.

3. Meat Grinders

After breaking down the game, a meat grinder is essential for processing the meat into manageable portions or preparing it for sausages and patties. The ALFA MC-12 Electric Meat Grinder is versatile enough to handle various types of wild game, with attachments for sausage stuffing, allowing for a streamlined process.

4. Meat Stuffers

If your operation focuses heavily on sausage-making, a dedicated meat stuffer like the F. Dick Tabletop Piston Stuffer is a worthwhile investment. This equipment speeds up the sausage-making process significantly, allowing for uniform sausages with minimal effort. Its easy disassembly also ensures thorough cleaning, an essential factor when working with wild game.

5. Meat Slicers

For precise, uniform cuts of game meat, a high-quality meat slicer is indispensable. The Chef’s Choice Food Slicer can handle everything from bacon to venison steaks, offering versatility and safety. Its cantilever design makes it easy to transfer slices from the slicer to the packaging, enhancing the efficiency of your processing line.

Equip Your Wild Game Processing Facility with Bunzl Processor Division

BPD has everything you need for a safe and efficient wild game processing operation. We stock only the best brands in the industry, so you can trust the quality of your equipment when you choose BPD for your needs. Explore our wild game processing equipment and tools online, as well as our other meat processing tools, or reach out online and one of our customer service representatives will be in touch soon.