Abstract: A combination homogenizer-vacuum loader for a machine that stuffs meat product into a casing which includes an upright cylindrical chamber that can be evacuated and an agitator assembly that is rotated inside the chamber. An entrance port with a sliding gate valve is located on the side of the chamber so that when the valve is opened, ground meat is drawn by vacuum into the chamber. An exit port is located on the floor of the cylinder. The agitator assembly is detachably mounted on one end of a spindle having its other end external to the chamber for attachment to a drive means. A number of agitator assemblies are provided, each having a configuration designed to homogenize a particular meat product having its own consistency, depending on content of fat, moisture, and fiber. A ring seal features three elastomeric seals operating in combination to provide a reliable vacuum seal between the homogenizing unit and the meat stuffing machine.

Abstract: A combination homogenizer-vacuum loader for a machine that stuffs meat product into a casing which includes an upright cylindrical chamber that can be evacuated and an agitator assembly that is rotated inside the chamber. An entrance port with a sliding gate valve is located on the side of the chamber so that when the valve is opened, ground meat is drawn by vacuum into the chamber. An exit port is located on the floor of the cylinder. The agitator assembly is detachably mounted on one end of a spindle having its other end external to the chamber for attachment to a drive means. A number of agitator assemblies are provided, each having a configuration designed to homogenize a particular meat product having its own consistency, depending on content of fat, moisture, and fiber.