How to Choose Your Meat Rail or Frame Solution

Choosing the right meat rail or frame system is foundational for butchers, abattoirs, and food processors alike. With so many options - rails ,frames, hooks, trolleys, and custom configurations - selecting the most efficient, safe, and hygienic solution can feel complex. This guide walks you through the exact process recommended by leading manufacturer A I Guidovie, helping you make the right choices for your business.

1. Define Your Meat Storage Requirements

• What cuts do you need to hang or store?
  (Whole carcasses, halves, quarters, or smaller sections)
• What is the internal height of your cold room or facility?
  
  • Hook height above 190 cm?
         → A Meat Rail system is recommended.
  • Hook height below 190 cm?
         → A Meat Framing system is recommended (can be adapted for your needs

2. Identify Which Areas Need Equipment

• Storage zone:
  Will this be dedicated hanging (with fixed hooks), or multi-purpose?
  What load capacity do you need for each section?

• Loading zone:
  ‍Are special hoists or lifting devices required for transferring carcasses safely?

• Handling and processing:
  Will you need mobile trolleys, integrated weighing scales, or additional work-up areas?

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3. Assess Your Site: Existing or New Space

• Existing cold room?
  Measurements, layout, and retrofitting details are key.

• New or undefined room?
  Early planning allows full customisation - consider workflow, doorways, ceiling structure, and future expansion.

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4. Gather & Provide Detailed Project Information

For a truly tailored solution and a fast, accurate quotation, collect:

• Type, size, and quantity of meat you handle
• Internal heights and all critical room dimensions
• Intended workflow (from receiving to dispatch)
• Required hook height, load capacities, and special accessories (hoists, trolleys, scales, etc.)

Tip: Using the official AI Guidovie quotation request forms for Meat Rails or Framings ensures nothing is missed. Angel Refrigeration’s experts can guide you through this step if needed.

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5. Request Expert Design & Quotation

• Send your filled-out form or project details to Angel Refrigeration.
• Our team will optimise your solution for efficiency, compliance, material lifespan, and cost.
• You’ll receive a bespoke design layout, transparent quote, and advice on installation or retrofitting.

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Practical Example Decision Path:

If you store mainly large carcasses (beef, pork) and your cold room allows hook heights above 190 cm:
→ Select a Meat Rail System.

If space is restricted and you need ergonomic access/mobility:
→ Opt for a Meat Framing System, adjustable to your working height.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I equip separate storage, loading, and processing areas?
Yes, systems are modular. Specify your requirements and each area can be custom-fitted.

What if I’m not sure of my site’s exact measurements?
Contact us for a site assessment or use our user-friendly forms—our experts will clarify what’s needed.

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Ready to Get Started?

Choosing the right meat rail or frame solution is easier with Angel Refrigeration. Our proven process combines the latest industry standards, AI Guidovie’s innovation, and our own expertise—ensuring your investment delivers hygiene, safety, and operational excellence.

Schedule a free consultation, or get step-by-step advice today.

For every stage of carcass handling, trust Angel Refrigeration - your partner for expert design, supply, and support of meat hanging systems across the UK and Ireland.

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