Dutch Canned Fish Production Line
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🐟 Dutch Canned Fish Production Line
Fully Automatic Solution for Fish Cleaning, Cooking, Filling, and Sealing
The Dutch Canned Fish Production Line is a highly automated and hygienic system designed for the industrial production of canned sardines, mackerel, tuna, and other seafood products.
Developed with advanced European technology and optimized for continuous operation, this line integrates fish preparation, pre-cooking, filling, seaming, sterilization, and packaging into one seamless process — ideal for factories pursuing efficiency, safety, and premium product quality.
🏭 Product Overview
This production line adopts the Dutch-style canning standard, emphasizing precision, food safety, and long shelf life.
Each section of the line is designed according to HACCP, ISO22000, and CE standards, ensuring stable performance and sanitary operation in seafood environments.
The modular structure allows for flexible layout design depending on production scale and fish species.
⚙️ Main Components
| Equipment | Function Description |
|---|---|
| Fish Sorting & Grading Machine | Automatically sorts fish by size and weight for uniform processing. |
| Washing & Cleaning Conveyor | Removes scales, blood, and impurities with food-grade water systems. |
| Steam Cooking Tunnel | Pre-cooks fish evenly to preserve texture and flavor. |
| Cooling Conveyor | Rapidly cools fish after cooking to prepare for can filling. |
| Automatic Can Filling Machine | Precisely fills pre-cooked fish and sauce into cans with high accuracy. |
| Vacuum Seaming Machine | Ensures tight sealing to prevent leakage and oxidation. |
| Retort Sterilizer (Autoclave) | Performs high-temperature sterilization for long shelf life. |
| Labeling & Packaging System | Completes labeling, date printing, and final packaging. |
🌟 Key Features
✅ European-Standard Automation — High-speed continuous operation, fully PLC controlled.
✅ Accurate Filling System — Suitable for both oil- and brine-based canned fish.
✅ High Hygiene Design — All contact surfaces are SUS316 stainless steel with anti-corrosion properties.
✅ Flexible Product Range — Adjustable for sardine, tuna, mackerel, anchovy, or salmon.
✅ Energy Efficient — Heat recovery system reduces steam and water consumption.
✅ Durable Structure — Designed for long-term operation in humid and salty environments.
📊 Technical Specifications
| Model | Capacity (cans/min) | Power (kW) | Steam Pressure (MPa) | Can Size Range | Line Length (m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DCF-100 | 100–150 | 45 | 0.4–0.6 | 125g–500g | 25 |
| DCF-200 | 200–250 | 65 | 0.5–0.7 | 125g–1000g | 30 |
| DCF-300 | 300–400 | 90 | 0.5–0.8 | 125g–1000g | 35 |
Capacity and layout can be customized according to production requirements.
🐠 Applications
The Dutch Canned Fish Line is suitable for producing:
Sardine in oil or brine
Mackerel in tomato sauce
Tuna flakes or chunks
Anchovy fillets
Salmon in brine
Applicable for seafood processing plants, canning factories, and OEM/ODM manufacturers.
💡 Advantages
✅ Continuous production improves efficiency by up to 40%
✅ Stable filling and sealing accuracy reduces product loss
✅ Easy cleaning with automatic CIP system
✅ Compact layout fits both medium and large plants
✅ Fully compliant with European seafood hygiene standards
🧩 Optional Configurations
Sauce preparation & mixing tank
Automatic can washing and drying machine
Fish deboning and cutting machine
Rotary retort sterilizer (for high output plants)
Cooling water recycling and filtration system
📦 Packaging & Delivery
Packaging: Standard export wooden crates
Delivery Time: 45–60 working days
Warranty: 12 months
After-Sales Service: On-site installation, commissioning, training, and spare parts supply
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