Vacuum Lung Suction Machine | Poultry Lung Removal Machine for Slaughter Line

Lung removal is one of those processing steps that looks simple but has a big impact on final product quality. If lungs are not removed thoroughly, the residual tissue can affect the taste, appearance, and shelf life of the final product. In many operations, this task is still done manually—workers use hooked tools or suction wands to pull lungs from carcasses. The problem is that manual removal is inconsistent. Some lungs come out clean, others leave behind fragments that go unnoticed until the product reaches the consumer. Our vacuum lung suction machine solves this problem with a technology-based approach that delivers repeatable, reliable results.

The core of the machine is its industrial-grade vacuum system. When the suction gun is placed against the lung area, the vacuum generates sufficient negative pressure to pull the lung tissue away from the body cavity cleanly and completely. The suction is calibrated to be strong enough to remove the lung without damaging surrounding tissues. This is important because aggressive suction can tear the lung or damage adjacent organs, creating additional cleanup work and potentially affecting the integrity of the carcass. We have fine-tuned the vacuum pressure range between 0.06 and 0.07 MPa, a sweet spot that ensures thorough extraction while minimizing tissue damage.

Construction quality matters in this application. The machine is built entirely from food-grade 304 stainless steel, from the main tank to the piping and the housing. In a processing environment where water, blood, and cleaning chemicals are constantly present, this material choice is essential. 304 stainless steel resists corrosion, does not rust, and presents a smooth surface that is easy to clean and sanitize. The main tank has a diameter of 700 millimeters, providing ample capacity for continuous operation without frequent emptying. The integrated electric control box gives operators straightforward control over the system, with clear indicators for vacuum status and system health. Operating the machine requires minimal training—staff can be up to speed in a single shift.

One of the most practical aspects of this machine is its configurability. The number of suction guns can be customized based on your throughput requirements. A smaller operation processing 1,000 birds per hour might need just two guns. A larger plant handling 15,000 pieces per hour can configure six or more guns to match line speed. This modular approach means you are not paying for capacity you do not need, but you also have the flexibility to add more guns as production grows. The power can also be specified from 3.85 kW up to 15 kW, aligning the machine's energy consumption with its workload. This ability to match the machine to your specific operation—rather than the other way around—makes it a practical investment for both small plants and large industrial facilities.

 

Efficient & Thorough Lung Removal

Using vacuum suction technology, the machine removes lungs completely and quickly, preventing leftover residues that can affect product quality. It delivers consistent results that manual processing cannot match.

Labor-Saving & Cost-Effective

By automating the lung removal process, the machine greatly reduces manual labor intensity and lowers labor costs. It helps you scale production without relying on extra workers for repetitive tasks.

Full 304 Stainless Steel Construction

The entire machine is made of high-quality 304 stainless steel, ensuring excellent corrosion resistance, easy cleaning, and compliance with food hygiene standards, even in humid processing environments.

Customizable to Your Production Needs

The number of suction guns can be configured according to your production capacity, from small-scale to high-volume lines. This flexibility ensures the machine fits seamlessly into your existing workflow.

Integrated Control Box for Easy Operation

The machine comes with a dedicated control box, allowing simple, stable operation and monitoring. Operators can manage the process with minimal training.

The vacuum lung suction machine addresses real operational pain points across different segments of the poultry and fish processing industries.

In a poultry slaughterhouse processing broilers for retail or food service, the evisceration line is where product quality is won or lost. Lungs are located deep in the body cavity, pressed against the backbone, making them difficult to extract completely by hand. Manual workers often have to hook and pull, sometimes tearing the lung and leaving fragments behind. These fragments are not just a quality issue—they also represent a food safety concern, as lung tissue can harbor bacteria that accelerates spoilage. Our machine eliminates this variability. Workers simply place the suction gun against the opening, activate the vacuum, and the lung is removed in a single motion. The result is consistent and thorough, no matter who is operating the gun. Plant managers can enforce quality standards with confidence, knowing that each carcass receives the same high-quality lung removal treatment.

For larger-scale poultry operations processing high volumes for further processing or export, the throughput capability of the machine is a game-changer. Consider a plant running 10,000 birds per hour. Manual lung removal at that speed would require a dedicated team of ten to fifteen workers, working rapidly in cramped conditions. Fatigue leads to missed lungs and lower quality as the shift wears on. With a multi-gun configuration of our machine, the same task can be handled by four or five operators, each managing a gun, with consistent output maintained throughout the shift. The labor savings directly impact the plant's bottom line, while the consistent quality supports export-grade specifications.

In the fish processing sector, the applications are equally compelling. Fish lungs—often referred to as "bloodlines" or kidney tissue in some species—need to be removed for both quality and shelf life. Residual lung tissue in fish fillets is a common consumer complaint, and it also oxidizes faster than muscle tissue, leading to off-flavors. The vacuum suction method is particularly well-suited to fish because it does not require aggressive scraping or cutting that can damage delicate fillet surfaces. A fish processing plant handling 5,000 to 10,000 pieces per hour can integrate the machine into the evisceration line, ensuring that lungs are removed cleanly without bruising or tearing the surrounding flesh.

The machine's 304 stainless steel construction is especially valuable in fish processing, where salt exposure from seawater and brine solutions is a constant challenge. Mild steel equipment would not survive long in that environment, but our machine stands up to the corrosive conditions with ease. The customizable configuration options mean that a small artisanal processor with moderate throughput can start with a two-gun system, while a large industrial plant can scale up to a multi-gun setup that matches their high-speed production lines. In both cases, the machine delivers the same benefit: thorough, consistent lung removal that manual methods cannot achieve.