Australian Customer Visits Henco Machinery for Bone Sawing Machines

On 22 September 2026, a meat processing company from Australia visited the Henco Machinery factory in Jinan, China. The purpose of the visit was practical: to evaluate bone sawing machines and other meat processing equipment before placing an order. Over a full day, the delegation inspected machines on the production floor, opened guards, asked about blades and cleaning, and sat down with our engineering team to match equipment to their own plant.

Why an Australian Processor Came to Jinan

Australia processes a large volume of bone-in and frozen meat. Buyers in that market are specific about three things. They want a saw that cuts straight through bone without crushing it. They want a machine that is easy to strip down and clean. And they want a supplier who can keep spare parts flowing after the warranty ends.

Cutting frozen product is the hardest part of the job. Frozen meat is abrasive and the blade has to stay cool. The carriage has to hold the block firmly so the cut does not wander. Our visitor spent most of the morning on this point, because a wandering cut costs money twice: once in yield loss, and again when a customer rejects the pack.

Inside the Bone Sawing Machine: What the Buyer Checked

The automatic bone sawing machine was the centre of the visit. The delegation worked through it in the order a production manager would:

• The table and carriage. The stainless table, the sliding carriage and the guide are what control portion accuracy. A worn guide is the most common reason a saw starts cutting at an angle.

• The blade and the wheel door. Our engineer opened the lower housing so the buyer could see the drive wheel, the blade tensioner and how the blade is tracked.

• Safety devices. The emergency stop, the fixed guards and the blade clean-down are not optional extras. They are what makes a saw safe to run on a full shift.

• Cleaning access. Every food contact surface has to be reachable without tools. This is checked by food safety auditors, not by sales staff.

One member of the delegation filmed the machine on a phone so the rest of their team in Australia could review the details before the next call.

Food-Grade Material, Explained on the Spot

The buyer asked which steel touches the product. All food contact parts on our machines are grade 304 stainless steel. Grade 304 contains about 18% chromium and 8% nickel. That balance is what keeps the surface rust-free in a wet processing room.

Where product is salty, or where caustic cleaning chemicals are used every day, grade 316L is the better choice. Grade 316L adds 2–3% molybdenum on top of the chromium and nickel, and the molybdenum is what resists chloride attack and pitting.

Water is the other reason cleaning matters. Lean meat is roughly 70% water. Every cut face loses moisture until the product is chilled or packed, and water also carries bacteria. Smooth welds, sloped surfaces and tool-free guards are the practical answer, and they were checked one by one on the day.

From Bone Saws to a Full Meat Processing Line

A bone saw rarely travels alone. The delegation also reviewed the wider range on the floor, including coating and forming equipment and the machines that sit either side of a saw in a working line.

Seeing the equipment side by side helps buyers plan the line rather than the machine. Where does the block come from? Where does the trim go? Which machine sets the pace? Those questions are much easier to answer standing on the shop floor than in a quotation sheet.

For buyers who want the full picture first, our meat band saw machines category covers the saw range, and the same plant builds the forming, coating, mixing and packing equipment that completes a line.

Quality Control, Testing and Export Packing

The visit also covered what happens before a machine leaves Jinan. Each unit is assembled, then run and checked before packing. Dimensions, running parts, electrical components and safety devices are all verified against the order.

Machines bound for Australia travel by sea, so packing matters as much as the machine. Units are wrapped and braced inside the container, and documentation is prepared for customs clearance at both ends. The delegation asked detailed questions about spare parts and wear items, and we walked through what we recommend holding on site.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bone Sawing Machines

What is a bone sawing machine used for?

A bone sawing machine cuts bone-in meat, frozen blocks and large cuts into portions of a set size. It is standard equipment in abattoirs, butcher shops, and meat processing plants that portion product before further processing.

Can a bone saw cut frozen meat?

Yes. Frozen meat is the main reason buyers choose a heavy-duty saw. The saw needs enough motor power and a rigid carriage so the block stays square while it passes the blade. Frozen product also needs the right blade so the cut stays cool and straight.

Which blade should you choose?

Blade choice follows the product. Bone and frozen blocks need a blade with a tooth form that clears material instead of packing it. Soft fresh meat cuts better with a finer tooth. We recommend blades based on what the buyer actually processes, not on a single default size.

How do you clean a bone sawing machine?

The blade is removed, the guards open, and every food contact surface is washed and sanitised. On our machines the table, carriage and lower housing are all designed so a single operator can strip them down without special tools. Cleaning time is a daily cost, so it was one of the items the delegation timed on the day.

Next Steps for Australian Meat Processors

Following the factory visit, our team is preparing a machine configuration and quotation for the Australian buyer based on the products they run and the throughput they need. Buyers who cannot travel to China can use the same process remotely: send us the product and the target output, and we will recommend the saw, the blade and the line around it. Contact us to start that conversation.