A Picking Finger Cutter is a specialized tool used in poultry processing to trim or remove the picking fingers from poultry carcasses. Picking fingers, also known as feather fingers or feather quills, are the residual feather shafts that remain on the bird’s skin after the primary feathers have been plucked.
The Picking Finger Cutter is designed to efficiently and effectively trim or cut off these residual feather shafts from the bird’s skin. It typically features a sharp cutting blade or rotating cutting mechanism that makes clean and precise cuts, removing the picking fingers without damaging the underlying skin.
The tool is usually handheld and operated by skilled workers who have experience in poultry processing. It is designed to be lightweight and ergonomic, allowing for comfortable handling and precise control during the trimming process.
Picking Finger Cutters are commonly used in commercial poultry processing facilities, where they contribute to the efficient and consistent removal of residual feathers, ensuring a clean and presentable final product.
- Lightweight tool only weighs 5.5 pounds (2.5 kg ) – easy on the operator.
- Fast and powerful; air powered to allowoperators quick finger cutting with littleeffort.
- More maneuverable – only eight inches(203 mm) in length.
- Stainless steel and aluminum construction – long wear and no oxidation.
- More power – larger piston.
- No operator fatigue – light trigger pull.
- Durable, sturdy design requires little maintenance.
