Meticulous attention to detail in everything we do
Prioritising health and safety with automation: our eggs remain untouched by human hands
throughout the grading process
CONVEYOR
BELT
At McLean Farms, our unwavering dedication lies in surpassing health and safety standards at every phase of the egg production process. After the cage and cage-free eggs are laid, they swiftly enter the grading floor via an egg collection belt and are transported by a conveyor belt within a few hours, creating a world leading egg collection method. Meanwhile, eggs from our free-range farms are packed in ky trays on-site, utilising an on-farm Prinzen packer and palletiser. These eggs then reach the egg grading facility via trucks, ensuring their freshness is preserved to the maximum extent possible.
LEAK
DETECTOR
The eggs undergo a leak detection process, which identifies any broken, cracked, or leaking eggs. These eggs are automatically separated from the system and diverted into a separate bowl designated for composting.
WASH
& DRY
The eggs are then washed and sanitised before being carefully dried and inspected for any remaining dirt, that results in the cleanest, most hygienic and healthiest eggs.
CRACK
DETECTOR
By employing automation, we examine the eggs for cracks, and any cracked eggs are promptly removed from the batch. During this process, the discarded eggs are efficiently separated from their shells, converting them into liquid egg pulp. This egg pulp is then directed to our state-of-the-art pulp facility for further processing and value addition.
UV SANITATION
First quality eggs are then UV sanitised before being weighed, categorised and stamped, meaning their provenance is fully traceable, right down to the farm and date they were laid.
PACKING
In the final step, the eggs are carefully placed in the appropriate packaging. Our grading process is a seamless blend of world-leading robotics and the expertise of maintenance technicians. This synergy guarantees that we maintain the highest quality standards of health and hygiene throughout every stage of the journey.
