Cattle Bleeding Shackle

Product Overview

The shackle is manufactured from food‑processing‑grade materials including SUS304 stainless steel or hot‑dip galvanized steel, providing excellent corrosion resistance, high mechanical strength, and long service life in wet slaughterhouse environments.

It is widely applied in modern beef processing plants, halal slaughterhouses, and industrial cattle abattoirs as an important component of the bleeding and carcass transfer system.

Working Principle

After cattle are stunned and slaughtered, the hind leg of the carcass is lifted and fixed by the bleeding shackle.

The shackle connects with the overhead rail trolley or conveyor system. The chain and hook mechanism securely holds the cattle leg, allowing the carcass to remain suspended during bleeding.

During operation, the conveyor moves the hanging carcasses forward at a controlled speed, ensuring sufficient bleeding time before entering the next processing stage, such as de‑hiding, dressing, and evisceration.

The design reduces manual lifting requirements and ensures stable carcass transportation throughout the slaughter line.

Main Features

1. Heavy‑Duty Load Capacity

Designed for cattle carcasses, the bleeding shackle can support a maximum working load of approximately 2000 kg, suitable for industrial beef processing lines.

2. Hygienic Stainless Steel Construction

Main components can be manufactured using:

• SUS304 stainless steel

• Hot galvanized steel

The surface is corrosion resistant and easy to clean, meeting slaughterhouse hygiene requirements.

3. Stable Carcass Hanging

The special hook and chain structure provide secure fixation of cattle hind legs and reduce carcass shaking during transportation.

4. Compatible with Overhead Rail Systems

The shackle can be integrated with:

• Cattle bleeding conveyor rail

• Automatic carcass transfer system

• Manual or semi‑automatic slaughter lines

5. Long Service Life

Heavy‑duty bearings, rollers, hooks, and steel components are designed for continuous operation in high‑moisture slaughter environments.

Technical Specifications

Application

The Cattle Bleeding Shackle is mainly used in:

• Beef slaughterhouses

• Cattle abattoirs

• Halal meat processing plants

• Industrial beef production facilities

• Livestock slaughter lines

It is installed in the stunning → bleeding → carcass transfer section of cattle processing plants.

Typical production flow:
       Cattle Stunning → Killing → Bleeding → Head & Hoof Removal → Skinning → Evisceration → Carcass Chilling

In modern slaughterhouses, multiple shackles work together with overhead rails to achieve continuous carcass movement and efficient production.

Application Case

Case 1: Beef Processing Plant in Middle East

A halal beef processing facility required a reliable hanging solution for its cattle bleeding line.

The customer selected stainless steel cattle bleeding shackles integrated with an overhead conveyor system.

After installation:

• Stable cattle carcass hanging was achieved

• Manual handling was reduced

• Continuous bleeding operation improved

• Equipment cleaning became easier

Case 2: African Cattle Abattoir Project

For a medium‑capacity cattle slaughterhouse project, customized bleeding shackles were supplied together with:

• Overhead rail system

• Conveyor trolleys

• Carcass transfer equipment

The system improved production continuity and reduced downtime caused by traditional manual hanging methods.

Advantages

• Reliable Mechanical Strength
  Heavy‑duty structure ensures safe operation when handling large cattle carcasses.

• Food Industry Material Options
  Stainless steel version provides excellent corrosion resistance and meets strict hygiene requirements.

• Easy Integration
  Compatible with different cattle slaughterhouse conveyor layouts.

• Reduced Labor Cost
  Mechanized hanging and transportation reduce dependence on manual operation.

• Customized Solutions Available
  Dimensions, hooks, chains, and rail connection methods can be customized according to slaughterhouse design.