Poultry Processing Applications
Poultry processors like you face some of the toughest demands in food production. Speed, sanitation, and consistency must all align to keep lines moving and products safe. Every delay risks spoilage, product recalls, or missed orders, making reliability non-negotiable.
This is never more true than when it comes to the consistent and efficient operation of your equipment. Why risk your operation by running a line filled with outdated, unsafe equipment that breaks down frequently?
At FPEC, we engineer American-made systems designed to meet the unique requirements of poultry processing. With more than six decades of experience, we help processors nationwide reduce bottlenecks, improve throughput, and ensure food safety standards that govern poultry production are always met.
The Challenges of the Poultry Processing Industry Demand Better Equipment
No other protein presents quite the same need to balance speed and safety as poultry. Outdated or inefficient equipment leaves processors vulnerable to contamination, downtime, and inconsistent yields.
FPEC understands how fragile the margin is in this sector and designs systems to meet both regulatory expectations and customer demand for fresh, consistent product.
Poultry-specific challenges vary based on the type of chicken, turkey, or duck product, including:
- Whole Birds: Handling full carcasses requires equipment that combines durability with gentle movement to preserve product integrity and reduce manual strain.
- Portioning and Cuts: Wings, thighs, tenders, and other retail cuts demand accuracy and uniformity to meet customer specifications and streamline downstream packaging.
- Ground Poultry: Particle size and blend consistency must be tightly controlled to ensure quality and reduce contamination risk.
- Frozen and Value-Added Products: Nuggets, patties, and seasoned items require repeatable processing steps that maintain both flavor and food safety across high-volume runs.
Your poultry production depends on more than just speed. It requires systems that are sanitary by design, adaptable to variable product sizes, and reliable across every shift. FPEC builds with these pressures in mind to keep your plant competitive.

Equipment for Poultry Processing Facilities
FPEC delivers equipment engineered to help poultry processors reach the next level of production milestones. Every machine is designed for long-term durability and seamless integration into your production environment, so you can get right to work without delays.

Our stainless steel systems support poultry production at every stage, from grinding and mixing to feather removal or the disposal of internal organs. Our inventory includes:
- Brine Mix Systems
- Cookers
- Tumblers
- Lima Separator
- Meat Press
- Mixing & Grinding
- A range of other in-stock and highly specialized machines
FPEC builds handling equipment that minimizes contamination risks while improving plant-wide flow. Our material handling equipment includes:
- Conveyors
- Dumpers
- Lifts
- Spray Tunnel
- Trim Station
- Hoppers
- Product Transfer &
- Pumping Systems
- In-stock equipment & miscellaneous custom machines
Poultry lines operate at some of the highest speeds in the industry. FPEC’s automation solutions help maintain consistency, reduce labor strain, and minimize the risk of human error. From integrated control panels to fully automated lines, our systems are designed to adapt to your plant’s needs.
Our relationship doesn’t end with delivery. FPEC stocks and ships essential replacement parts to reduce downtime and provides on-site service to keep your equipment operating at peak efficiency. Our engineering team works alongside yours to troubleshoot, upgrade, and evolve your systems as production demands change.
Six Decades of Serving Poultry Processors
Founded in 1959, FPEC remains a family-owned company committed to American manufacturing and engineering excellence. For more than 66 years, we’ve supported poultry processors across the country with systems that perform under pressure. Our engineering-first approach helps you increase yield, eliminate weak points, and stay compliant with the strict regulations that define poultry processing.
Beyond equipment, we provide the service and expertise that make us a trusted long-term partner.

Success in Every Story
Hear about how FPEC equipment has helped our customers across the country.
FPEC equipment well designed and built to last. Maintenance on FPEC equipment is easier and we have less downtime with their equipment.
When i toured the FPEC plant I was amazed the craftsmanship and was surprised how large their facility is.
FPEC surprised me that they could not only build the equipment but also they build their own controls for everything, it makes it was easier to start things up.
FPEC tumblers really pick up marination!! We have great results using these tumblers.
FPEC solved my product flow issue, they designed a layout that moves my product smoothly thru process.
Start Building a Better Line
You need equipment that performs and a partner that understands the challenges of both the poultry industry and your unique operation. Contact FPEC today to talk with our engineering team about tailored equipment solutions for your facility.