AirShirz Air-Assisted Scissors Ideal for Poultry Wing Trimming Operations.Business Editors BIRMINGHAM, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 29, 2004 Lightweight yet powerful AirShirz(R) pneumatic pneumatic /pneu·mat·ic/ (noo-mat´ik) 1. pertaining to air. 2. respiratory. pneu·mat·ic adj. 1. Of or relating to air or other gases. 2. scissors scissors Cutting instrument or tool consisting of a pair of opposed metal blades that meet and cut when the handles at their ends are brought together. Modern scissors are of two types: the more usual pivoted blades have a rivet or screw connection between the cutting ends from Bettcher Industries increase worker productivity while reducing muscle fatigue in poultry wing trimming operations. With its fixed bottom blade design, AirShirz provides a clean, accurate cutting action, resulting in consistent-quality separation of the wing and the drummette. Fully controllable blades allow operators to use AirShirz units in the wing-trimming application, just as they would manual scissors. Yet AirShirz requires approximately 90% less muscle activity to operate, and achieves up to 127% greater worker productivity over manual scissors. AirShirz scissors are now available in two grip designs: a two-finger grip for smaller hands, and a larger finger loop style, which allows for customization to individual operators. All units feature an automatic spring-return action, so no effort is required to open the blades. Moreover, the pneumatic design gives users complete control over the cutting action, thereby guarding against accidents or an inadvertent cut. A safety latch secures blades in a locked position to enhance safety and prevent damage when not in use. All units use standard 80 to 120 psi plant air. AirShirz scissors provide major improvements in reducing muscle fatigue and exposure to a variety of risk factors associated with cumulative trauma disorders cumulative trauma disorder Repetitive motion injury, repetitive stress disorder Occupational medicine Any of a group of conditions characterized by repeated stress on muscles, bones, tendons, nerves, which have psychologic and/or physical ramifications–eg, when carrying out wing trim activities. There are clear benefits for poultry processing managers who are looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. improved employee welfare and lower turnover - along with increased productivity. AirShirz pneumatic scissors utilize stainless steel stainless steel: see steel. stainless steel Any of a family of alloy steels usually containing 10–30% chromium. The presence of chromium, together with low carbon content, gives remarkable resistance to corrosion and heat. blades, with multiple configurations available. Blades can be removed in seconds and sharpened using conventional sharpening equipment. Based on 80 hours of use weekly, blade life extends to six months with daily buffing buffing striking the posteromedial aspect of a front hoof with the opposite hoof of the pair. A perfect situation for applying a buffing boot. buffing boot see brush boot. and weekly blade sharpening. Established in 1944, Bettcher Industries is a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative precision cutting tools for food processing Food processing is the set of methods and techniques used to transform raw ingredients into food for consumption by humans or animals. The food processing industry utilises these processes. operations and industrial applications. For more information about AirShirz pneumatic scissors for the poultry industry, call (440) 965-4422, e-mail your request to sales@bettcher.com or visit www.bettcher.com. |
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