Every carcass that passes through your processing line is the result of a rigorous and controlled procedure. It must meet strict hygiene standards and clear traceability requirements.
At the same time, it is a potential critical point for bacterial contamination. During evisceration and splitting, microorganisms such as Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes or Escherichia coli can come into contact with the carcass surface, especially when spinal cord and internal residues are exposed.
If you do not act with specific methods at this stage, you risk compromising the entire process and allowing contamination that affects the final quality, shelf life, and compliance with hygiene regulations. To prevent this, you need a targeted system that significantly reduces the bacterial load while keeping the production line moving.
The CV‑1 / SR‑1 system by Jarvis combines steam and spinal cord vacuuming to meet this need with operational efficiency.
What the CV‑1 / SR‑1 system does
The CV‑1 tool delivers controlled steam onto carcasses. The SR‑1 is a spinal cord vacuum unit, available with or without an integrated steam generator. It offers flexible configurations based on production needs, featuring a high‑performance electromechanical pump, a holding tank, and a separation filter.
With these components, the system provides more than a superficial cleaning. It reduces the bacterial load on the carcass, improves hygiene, and prepares the meat for the next step in the process. It’s easy to use, built for durability, and requires minimal maintenance.
Why your plant needs it
Published studies show that “steam vacuum” technologies applied to carcasses effectively reduce microbial indicators such as Escherichia coli or enterobacteria, with reductions around 1 to 2 log10 CFU/cm².
The UECBV Good Hygiene Practices Guide highlights that specific carcass interventions are part of the integrated hygiene measures required by EU regulations (EC Regulations 852/2004, 853/2004, 2073/2005) to reduce contamination and meet microbiological criteria.
In practice, using a system like the CV‑1 / SR‑1 helps you manage hygiene risks without slowing down your production line.
Practical benefits for operators
• Fast treatment: high‑temperature steam helps eliminate microorganisms, and vacuuming removes spinal cord residues that carry risk of contamination
• Fewer downtimes: robust design and modular structure allow planned maintenance and reduce unplanned stoppages
• Cleaner surfaces: improved hygiene at contact points limits bacterial growth during downstream phases (chilling, cutting, packaging)
• Configurable: choose the version that suits your plant’s capacity (carcasses/hour, with or without integrated steam, vacuum‑only option)
• Low maintenance: selected materials, accessible filters, and efficient holding tanks reduce service time and streamline cleaning routines
Tips for effective integration
• Integrate the CV‑1 / SR‑1 system into your production line right after the splitting phase
• Set a supervision schedule for the vacuum filter and tank – residue buildup reduces efficiency
• Monitor steam temperature, suction pressure, and carcass contact time – these factors affect microbial reduction
• Keep records of treatments and schedule checks – logging usage helps monitor system efficiency and take preventive action
• Coordinate with downstream steps – a well‑sanitized carcass requires fewer corrective actions in chilling and cutting
A reliable, proven system already chosen by several plants in Italy and abroad.
The CV‑1 / SR‑1 system by Jarvis offers a concrete solution to improve carcass hygiene, reduce microbiological risks and support operators in daily tasks.
Discover all technical details and available configurations here:
CV‑1 / SR‑1 – Steam Sanitation and Spinal Cord Vacuum System
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