Overview

This portion cutter TVI GMS 500 was manufactured in 2010 by the German company TVI.

The TVI GMS 500 is an industrial portioning and cutting machine designed for precise processing of red meat. Built by TVI Entwicklung & Produktion GmbH in Germany, it belongs to the GMS series (SingleCut Portioning Systems).

General Description

The machine portions meat by forming the product in a mould and then cutting it into exact portions. It is ideal for beef, pork, and similar products. The 2010 model is known for stable performance, solid stainless-steel construction, and reliable portion accuracy.

Key Features

• Forming and cutting system for cubes, strips, steaks, or fixed-weight portions

• Suitable for fresh or slightly frozen meat (approx. –5°C to +5°C)

• High weight accuracy thanks to controlled forming pressure

• Adjustable slice thickness depending on product and recipe

• Fully stainless-steel hygienic construction

• Typical power supply: 3×400 V / 50 Hz

Benefits

• Increases yield and reduces trimming losses

• Consistent portion sizes for retail or industrial packaging lines

• Can be integrated into automated production lines (e.g., freezer, tempering, conveyor systems)

• Reliable machine for medium to high throughput operations

Typical Applications

• Steaks

• Strips or cubes

• Exact-weight retail portions

• Processing of uneven or irregular meat pieces

General

• Machine type: SingleCut Portioning System

• Manufacturer: TVI Entwicklung & Produktion GmbH (Germany)

• Model: GMS 500

• Year: 2010 (typical generation)

Performance

• Cutting capacity: up to approx. 1,500–2,000 kg/h (depending on product and cut)

• Portion types: steaks, strips, cubes, exact-weight portions

• Slice thickness: approx. 1 mm up to 50+ mm (adjustable)

• Product temperature range: approx. –5°C to +5°C

• Product size: suitable for irregular and non-uniform meat pieces

• Accuracy: high weight precision (typical variation ±1–2%)

Construction

• Material: full stainless steel (food-grade)

• Design: hygienic, open construction for easy cleaning

• Forming system: hydraulic forming plate/piston

• Cutting system: high-performance blade system

Power & Utilities

• Electrical connection: 3 × 400 V / 50 Hz

• Power consumption: approx. 6–10 kW (depending on equipment version)

• Compressed air: approx. 6 bar (if required for options)

Dimensions & Weight

• Length: approx. 2,000–2,300 mm

• Width: approx. 1,000–1,200 mm

• Height: approx. 1,600–1,800 mm

• Weight: approx. 750–900 kg