Processors win on pennies per pound. Precision skinning and derinding turn those pennies into profit by removing only what you don’t want: rind, fat, and membranes, while preserving as much saleable product as possible. With Ross skinners and derinders, you can lift yield, slash rework, and streamline downstream operations.
Higher yield, less rework
Ross skinners and derinders boost processor value by maximizing yield, cutting labor, and elevating product quality. They remove rind, fat, and membranes from beef, pork, veal, turkey, and poultry with high precision and throughput. Belt-fed derinders like the ASB series use an adjustable cutting system with spring-mounted slicing/pressure components to deliver a clean initial cut and minimal rework.
Open‑top machines such as the ASP series are optimized for round cuts, using a patented cutting system and variable rind thickness control, while membrane skinners like the AMS 533 employ product‑specific transport rollers, tightly controlled blade exposure (0.1–0.5 mm), and compressed‑air roller cleaning for consistent, high‑yield membrane removal.
Combination platforms (ASW 560) integrate pressing/cutting with derinding in one inline, hygienic design.
A portfolio that fits your operation
No two lines look the same, and your equipment shouldn’t force a compromise. Ross offers a range of removal solutions tailored to your specific application.
Belted
- ASB 460/560/770: High‑volume automatic derinders with adjustable 0–4 mm thickness and multiple widths.
- ASB 560 BFFS: Fully automatic derinding with rind discharge and product return for efficient, continuous operation where multiple passes are required.
- ASB 560 Kebab: Engineered to slice thin sheets for kebab/gyros, the product is returned to the operator until it is consumed.
- ASW 560: Combines cutting/pressing and derinding in one hygienic platform.
- AFS 460 PLT: Compact skinner for bone or boneless poultry
Open Top
- ASP 460/560: Open‑top derinders for round cuts.
- ASP 560D: Double‑blade derinder/defatter for round cuts.
- AMS 533: Membrane skinner with 0.1–0.5 mm settings.
- AMS 533 Twin: Combination desinewing and membrane skinning using twin tooth roller for tough sinews.
- AMS 400: Budget membrane skinner with low operating and ownership costs.
Combination
- AFS 460: Compact derinder for craft business that can operate in an open top or belted mode.
Hygiene and maintenance that keep your operation moving
Ross skinners and derinders are designed for easy sanitation and engineered for longevity. Smart lock blade holders allow for tool-less blade removal, speeding up blade changes. All skinners and derinders are highly durable and ideal for high-volume processors. Most of the machine is built from plate steel rather than sheet metal, ensuring it can withstand the daily grind of a busy processing line. Further, they have complete mechanical and electrical separation and minimal lubrication points, so they require little maintenance downtime.
Blades that last
Consumables can quietly add to your costs. Ross blades last longer, so you need fewer changeovers, have less downtime, and spend less on replacements. Combined with machines built to last, you get more reliable performance and fewer unexpected issues.
Takeaway
Precision skinning and derinding help you achieve higher yields and smoother processing. Ross’s compact, hygienic skinners and derinders have been shown to reduce rework and increase throughput for beef, pork, and poultry operations.