Meat processors are making the move from simple automation systems to smart robots and AI. Here’s why
Meat processors are making the move from simple automation systems to smart robots and AI. Here’s why
Anders Tønnesen | Food Engineering | February 4, 2025
Facilities in several market segments of the meat processing industry have already embraced robot automation and AI technology. For other facilities with a focus on traditional methods, the incorporation of such technology would require a change of cultural mindset to overcome an “this is the way we’ve always done it, how our customers want it and we’re not going to change” attitude. These facilities often hesitate to implement new technology for fear of losing business – or simply because they don’t see benefits in change.
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Robots with AI-guided vision and machine learning capabilities adjust to variations in animal size and muscle structure, increasing precision in cutting and reducing the risk of repetitive strain injuries among workers. Simultaneously, AI algorithms analyze historical and real-time data on factors such as animal size, fat content and seasonal variations to maximize yield further from each carcass.
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