Abstract:
The foldable filleting board is comprised of a first member hingedly engaged to a second member that can both fold flat to form a filleting board surface. The first member and the second member can fold close to form a container for the storage of utensils and objects associated with filleting a fish. A filleting knife, a sharpening stone, and clamp are provided and can be secured along an interior surface of either member between uses. The clamp is used to clamp the head of a fish for filleting purposes. A tray is included within the container, and may be removed for placement of fillets, or waste generated from filleting. The first member and the second member include a magnetic closure that seals close the container formed there between, and which is operable in cold or wet conditions.
Abstract:
A gripper tool is employed for clamping the fish filet to facilitate the removal of skin from the filet. The gripper tool has a handle which is adapted to be gripped by the user and a gripping surface defined by a matrix of protrusions which clamp against the fish filet.
Abstract:
A table that is temporarily mounted to an adjustable drink or rod holder. The table has a projection that fits into the drink or rod holder and rotatable locks to secure the table in place.
Abstract:
A refrigerated worksurface for processing food products includes a base and at least one cooling element supported on the base. A preparation surface is positioned on the base atop the cooling element and is configured to be cooled by the cooling element. A cooling system is configured to circulate a coolant through the cooling element so that a temperature of the preparation surface is maintained within a predetermined range. The cooling element may be one or more cooling element pans or may be a passage beneath the preparation surface for flow of fluid through the passage and in contact with an underside of the preparation surface.
Abstract:
The invention is a method and apparatus for quicker, easier and more injury-free catfish skinning utilizing a wedging device to limit movement.
Abstract:
A filleting assembly (10) adapted for field use includes a flexible sheet (12) equipped with a clamp (14), together with a tie-down assembly (16) allowing the sheet to be secured in place to a variety of different supports. The sheet (12) is preferably formed of a flexible, synthetic material. The tie-down assembly (16) is comprised of a plurality of elongated, stretchable tie-down cords (40) having end-mounted attachment hooks (42). If desired, the sheet (12) may include a mount (28) for a filleting knife (34), and a carry bag (44) may be provided for transport of the assembly (10).
Abstract:
A fish cleaning system for efficiently cleaning various sizes of fish. The fish cleaning system includes a platform, a support stand attachable to the platform, a fillet board attached to the platform, a gill clamp attached to the fillet board, a first opening within the platform for receiving a waste bag, and a bag clamp attached to the platform about the first opening for securing a waste bag. The fillet board is preferably pivotally attached to the platform and includes a folding stand for supporting the fillet board at an angle. A support stand is removably attachable to the bottom surface of the platform for supporting the platform at a desired height. A cutting board is attached to an upper surface of the platform and a second opening extends into the platform for receiving a bucket.
Abstract:
A trim table for use by trimming and/or cutting of food products, such as chicken or fish, has conveyors (2, 12) for feeding products to a number of operator stands (O1 . . . O8), each of which receivers (14, 24R, 28R) for receiving products (10), a cutting table (16, 24C, 28C) for trimming and/or cutting the products (10) into product pieces (10a, 10b) and sorters (6, 20), and further, transport of the cut or trimmed products (10a, 10b). One or more of the operator stands (O1 . . . O8) are provided with mechanisms (18, 24, 28) for automatic transferal of the products (10) from the receivers (14, 24R, 28R) onto the cutting table (16, 24C, 28C). By a trim table, the products are brought to the operator, so that the operator is spared from having to repeatedly lift products as has necessary in the past. As a result, the operator's working position is significantly improved, just as the work place at the trim table according to the invention is also improved ergonomically.
Abstract:
A portable, multifunctional table including one or more cutting surfaces and an independent source of running water—running water preferably without the need for connection to an external pressurized water source or pump. Running water is provided by positioning a pre-filled water tank above the table surface to provide hydrostatic head. The preferred table includes a frame or housing that supports a cutting surface. The table frame may be extendable at one or more of its ends to support the water tank, and an optional sink and/or optional garbage bag. The table can stand alone or optionally, may be mounted to a vehicle, such as an automobile, boat, trailer, or ATV.
Abstract:
The portable sink is capable of being connected to an existing water supply, such as an outdoor hose or faucet, such that running water can be provided inside the sink in an outdoor environment. The sink preferably has features that make it easy to use in any outdoor environment, such as folding legs, an adjustable spigot, a spray nozzle, a storage drawer, a shelf, a large drain, a funnel, a strainer for the drain, cutting boards, baskets, etc. The lid also enables the sink to be used as a container for storing items during travel. In this respect, the sink can be made of an insulating material so that it can double as an ice chest when desired. A pressurized water tank can be provided which is preferably sized to fit inside the sink and adapted to supply water where no other water supply is available.