If your business is looking to speed up food preparation, reduce waste and produce cleaner, more consistent cuts of meat, choosing the right electric bone saw is one of the most important equipment decisions a butcher shop, restaurant or catering business can make.
Our buyer's guide explains everything you need to know about electric bone saws, including how they work, the key features to consider and how to choose the right model for your business.
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What Is an Electric Bone Saw?
An electric bone saw is designed to create clean cuts through meat, bone and, where suitable, frozen products with a level of accuracy and speed that manual saws or cleavers can't reliably deliver.
Sometimes referred to as a bone saw machine, electric meat saw, meat band saw or commercial butcher's saw, it uses a continuous bandsaw blade powered by an electric motor to produce clean, accurate cuts with minimal effort, making it the perfect piece of catering equipment for commercial kitchens.
What Can a Bone Saw Machine Be Used For?
Bone saw machines are designed to handle a wide range of meat preparation tasks that would otherwise be difficult or time-consuming with manual cutting tools. They're suitable for processing fresh meat, bone-in cuts and, where appropriate, frozen products in professional food preparation environments.
Electric bone saws are commonly used for:
- Portioning beef, pork and lamb
- Cutting bone-in joints
- Preparing ribs
- Processing poultry
- Dividing larger cuts into smaller portions
- Preparing meat before packaging or cooking
How Does an Electric Bone Saw Work?
The electric bone saw is able to cut through dense material line bone through a stainless steel bandsaw blade that travels one direction around two wheels, powered by an electrical motor housed inside of the unit. This allows the operator of the bone saw machine to effortless glide the meat towards the blade, using the cutting guide or adjustable fence, to make controlled cuts.
How to Choose the Right Electric Bone Saw
Choosing the right bone saw machine isn't simply about buying the largest or most powerful machine.The best model for your business will depend on the volume of meat you prepare, the size of the cuts you process and the available space in your kitchen or preparation area.
Which Ferrowick Bone Saw Is Right for You?
Ferrowick offers three electric bone saws designed for different workloads, available spaces and food preparation requirements. Compare the models below to find the best fit for your business.
Ferrowick FER-250
A compact electric bone saw for businesses that need dependable commercial performance without taking up unnecessary preparation space.
- 750 W motor
- 250 mm maximum cutting height
- 1650 mm blade
- 304 stainless steel construction
Ferrowick FER-300
A larger electric meat saw for businesses processing bigger joints or working through higher volumes of meat each day.
- 2020 mm blade
- Greater cutting capacity
- Suitable for larger joints
- Designed for regular professional use
Ferrowick FER-300F
A stable floor-standing bone saw designed for demanding, higher-output meat preparation environments.
- 2020 mm blade
- Floor-standing design
- Comfortable working height
- Built for demanding commercial use
FAQs
Can an electric bone saw cut frozen meat?
Many electric bone saws are suitable for cutting frozen products, although this depends on the specific machine and the manufacturer's recommendations. Always check the product specifications before cutting fully frozen meat or bone.
What's the difference between a bone saw machine and a meat bandsaw?
The terms are often used interchangeably. Both describe an electric saw that uses a continuous bandsaw blade to cut through meat and bone with speed, accuracy and consistency.
How often should the blade be replaced?
Blade life depends on how frequently the machine is used and the products being cut. A blade should be replaced if it becomes dull, damaged or no longer produces clean, accurate cuts.
What size electric bone saw do I need?
Smaller countertop models are ideal for restaurants, cafés and businesses with limited preparation space, while larger or floor-standing machines are better suited to butcher shops, meat processors and higher-volume food production.
Are Ferrowick bone saw machines suitable for commercial use?
Yes. Every Ferrowick electric bone saw is designed for professional food preparation environments, offering durable stainless steel construction, reliable motors and the cutting performance required for daily commercial use.
