EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE · PROFESSIONAL BUTCHERY EQUIPMENT

Poultry Plucker

A poultry plucker uses rotating rubber fingers to remove feathers from properly scalded birds quickly and consistently.

Best Uses

Chicken, duck, turkey, and other poultry processed in controlled butchery or farm-to-kitchen operations.

What to Look For

• Drum size suited to bird weight.
• Durable replaceable rubber fingers.
• Safe motor and lid design.
• Easy drainage and sanitation.

Correct Use

Scald birds correctly before loading, process within rated capacity, and rinse and sanitize the drum after each batch.

Common Mistakes

• Poor scalding before plucking.
• Overloading the drum.
• Allowing feathers and organic matter to block drains.

Chef’s Notes

Plucking efficiency depends heavily on the scald stage; incorrect water temperature or timing makes feather removal much harder.

Related Equipment

Poultry shears, butcher block, hand bone saw, blast chiller, and food-safe wash station.