Butcher shops need the right butcher equipment to tools to handle, cut, package, and store meat efficiently and safely. From knives to refrigeration, every piece of butcher equipment plays a role in productivity, presentation, and food safety.
Here is a complete butcher shop equipment list, including all the equipment needed for handling and preparing meat on a commercial scale.
What Butcher Shop Equipment Do You Need?
1. Cutting and Processing Tools
- Butcher’s knives: Boning knives, breaking knives, trimming knives, and fillet knives for different tasks.
- Meat cleaver: For heavy-duty chopping through meat and small bones.
- Meat bone saw: Manual or electric saw for thick bones and large cuts.
- Cutting boards or butcher blocks: Durable, food-safe surfaces for precision cutting.
- Meat grinder: Turns cuts into ground meat for burgers, sausages, and recipes.
- Meat slicer: Creates uniform slices for steaks, deli meats, and roasts.
- Tenderizer: Improves texture by breaking down muscle fibers.
Cutting and processing tools are at the heart of a butcher shop. These are the essential cutting and processing tools for a butcher shop.
2. Meat Handling and Display Equipment
- Display cases: For showing products while keeping them fresh.
- Meat hooks: For hanging larger cuts or showcasing specialty items.
- Stainless steel tables: Easy-to-clean work surfaces for preparation.
- Storage bins and trays: For organizing and transporting cuts between prep and display.
Once processed, meat handling and display equipment are used to display and store the meat attractively and safely.
3. Safety and Sanitation Gear
- Cut-resistant gloves: Prevent injuries from sharp blades.
- Aprons: Plastic or chainmail aprons for cleanliness and protection.
- Hairnets and gloves: Maintain hygiene during handling.
- Sanitizing stations: Keep hands and equipment free from bacteria.
- Cleaning brushes and detergents: For thorough equipment sanitation.
Safety and sanitation gear is needed in a butcher shop for cleanliness and safety. They keep both customers and staff protected.
4. Packaging and Weighing Equipment
- Scales: Provide accurate weights for pricing and portioning.
- Vacuum sealer or wrapping machine: For extending shelf life and locking in freshness.
- Freezer paper, vacuum bags, and cling film: For protecting meat in storage or for customers to take home.
- Labeling machines: Used for putting up prices, product details, and compliance with food safety laws.
In a butcher shop, presentation matters for sales and storage. These are the top packaging and weighing equipment butcher shops need.
5. Refrigeration and Storage Equipment
- Refrigerators and freezers: For daily storage of raw and processed meat.
- Walk-in coolers: For bulk storage and easy access.
- Cold display units: For front-of-shop product presentation.
Butcher shops use large-scale refrigeration and storage equipment. Meat must be kept at the right temperatures to stay safe.
Butcher Shop Equipment List
| Category | Equipment |
| Cutting and Processing Tools |
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| Meat Handling and Display |
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| Safety and Sanitation |
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| Packaging and Weighing |
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| Refrigeration and Storage |
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Affordable Butcher Shop Equipment For Sale From Wilprep
1. Meat and Bone Saw
This countertop electric meat bandsaw from Wilprep ensures smooth and efficient slicing with its rapid 51.5 ft./s cutting speed and 6 teeth per inch. The built-in scale provides spot-on measurements for your perfect cut every time.
- Its spacious 18x17 in. stainless steel tabletop offers plenty of space for maneuvering different bones and frozen meats.
It comes with safety features, including a blade stabilizer, a safety switch, a push handle, overheat protection, and sturdy nonskid feet, designed to minimize the risk of accidents and ensure safe use.
2. Commercial Meat Grinders
Commercial meat grinders from Wilprep are specially built to effortlessly handle tough and voluminous meat processing tasks, from tender poultry to hearty beef cuts. They come with powerful motors (at least 300W), customizable, safe, and durable.
Consider the best commercial meat grinders from Wilprep
i. 550W Electric Meat Grinder with Reverse Function
A robust 300W motor, achieving a grinding speed of 176 lb./h. Equipped with two interchangeable grinding plates measuring 0.2 & 0.3 in. (4.5 & 8 mm)
- Includes built-in overload protection and a reverse function to prevent clogging
- Supported by ETL & ETL Sanitation certifications
Robust stainless steel construction for superior corrosion resistance. Its easily detachable parts simplify cleaning, providing a lasting solution for any setting.
ii. More Electric Meat Grinders From Wilprep
This 1100W Electric Meat Grinder boasts a grinding speed of 485 lb./h and is tailored for high-volume meat mincing.
The 1500W electric meat grinder is even larger, and boasts a robust 1500W, achieving a grinding speed of 705.5 lb./h.
Both are equipped with two interchangeable grinding plates measuring 0.2 & 0.3 in. (4.5 & 8 mm), and provide the flexibility to adjust the thickness according to your specific recipe needs.
They also come with overlaid protection, a reverse function, supported by ETL and ETL sanitation certification, and with durable, robust steel construction for longevity.
3. Commercial Meat Slicer, 150W Electric Food Slicer
This commercial meat slicer is powered by a robust 150W motor, with a 10" razor-sharp blade that can make up to 40 uniform slices per minute. It is perfect for streamlining your food preparation process for seamless serving.
- With this machine, you can slice up meat at a thickness from 0.008" to 0.5". Its built-in sharpener makes the blade perfect for beautiful, clean cuts.
It is designed to protect against overheating, automatically stopping if it gets too hot (over 221°F) and resuming once it cools down (below 140°F). Its non-slip rubber feet and blade cover make it super easy and safe to use. We recommend using it for 3-4 hours daily for optimal performance.
4. Refrigerators and freezers
Wilprep’s reach-in commercial refrigerators offer a large capacity ( 18.7 - 61cu. ft.), and a temperature range of 32-50°F, letting you properly store large volumes of meat and fresh produce for your business. Each comes with Cubigel compressors and copper evaporators that work together to ensure fast, even cooling and optimal temperature levels, and an auto defrost design prevents frost or ice buildup.
The commercial freezers' temperature range of -11 to 14°F lets you properly store meat, seafood, and more frozen foods for your business.
- Made of stainless steel for durability and adjustable shelves for customized storage.
- A smart door that automatically closes when opened to 90° or less and remains open when opened past 90°.
- LED lights up whenever you open the door, allowing you to empty or stock up your freezer with ease.
- Certified for safety and quality by ETL, ETL Sanitation, and DOE.
All commercial reach-in refrigerators and freezers have been tested by Intertek and meet the applicable requirements of Energy Star and CEC. Make the reliable choice for your business!
Final Thoughts
A well-equipped butcher shop operates more efficiently, maintains meat at peak freshness, and fosters customer trust. Whether you’re just starting or upgrading your shop, investing in high-quality equipment will pay off in increased productivity, enhanced safety, and improved product appeal.
