Chicken Packaging Machine
A chicken packaging machine is an automatic line that seals legs, breast, wings, whole chickens and marinated poultry in thermoformed packs under vacuum or MAP. With poultry, hygiene and leak-proof sealing matter as much as shelf life.
Why poultry packaging is different
Chicken and turkey products carry a high bacterial risk and need an unbroken cold chain and leak-proof packaging. With marinated and moist products, a clean sealing area is critical to avoid leaks in transport.
Etrapack thermoform lines run poultry with vacuum and MAP and reduce cross-contamination risk. The hygienic layout shortens daily cleaning time on busy shifts.
Poultry products that can be packed
- Legs, drumsticks, breast and wings
- Whole chicken
- Marinated and sauced products
- Turkey products, doner and deli
Advantages of an Etrapack chicken packaging line
Up to 8-10 strokes per minute for high-volume output, removable parts for short cleaning stops and fast format changes with the drawer-type die system. The machines are CE-certified and manufactured in Ikitelli, Istanbul.
How is chicken packed on a thermoform line?
- The bottom film is heated and formed to the product size.
- Chicken is placed into the cavities, with an absorbent pad if needed.
- Vacuum is applied or a MAP gas mix is added.
- The pack is sealed leak-proof with the top film.
- Packs are cut, labelled and moved into the cold chain.
Recommended Etrapack machines for Chicken Packaging Machine
WOX 260 XL Thermoform Packaging Machine
High-capacity, wide-format thermoform vacuum packaging machine.
- Capacity
- 8-10 strokes per minute
- Film Width
- 422 mm – 700 mm
- Film Thickness
- 200 – 250 microns
WOX 260 Thermoform Packaging Machine
High-performance thermoform packaging for industrial production.
- Capacity
- 8-10 strokes per minute
- Film Width
- 150 mm – 700 mm
- Film Thickness
- 100 – 1000 microns
SEM 102 Thermoform Packaging Machine
Reliable and efficient SEM-series thermoform packaging machine.
- Capacity
- 8-10 strokes per minute
- Film Width
- 150 mm – 380 mm
- Film Thickness
- 100 – 1000 microns
Fully Automatic Tray Sealing Machine
Fully automatic tray sealing and modified atmosphere packaging.
- Machine Dimensions
- 1000 mm x 2440 mm x 1700 mm
- Inner Chamber Dimensions
- 400 mm x 300 mm x 110 mm
- Weight
- Approx. 350 kg
Is vacuum or MAP used for chicken?
MAP is common for fresh chicken shelf presentation; vacuum is common for long shelf life and marinated products. Etrapack machines run both methods.
Can marinated chicken be packed on a thermoform machine?
Yes. Etrapack lines are designed for safe, leak-proof sealing of marinated and moist products.
How is a chicken packaging machine designed for hygiene?
Food-contact surfaces are stainless steel, parts are removable and the line is built for easy cleaning, which shortens daily cleaning time.
How do I get a quote for a chicken packaging machine?
Share your products, pack type and target capacity via the quote form, +90 212 830 36 35 or WhatsApp +90 533 613 50 94.