Scissor Lift Tub
The Scissor Lift Tub is Mikra’s ergonomic tub solution designed to make fish processing easier and more efficient for operators. Featuring a vertically movable bottom driven by an actuator, it reduces the physical demands placed on operators throughout the processing cycle, keeping the working level comfortable regardless of how full or empty the tub is.
Operator ergonomics and ease of use are critical in fish processing environments where employees work long shifts in demanding conditions. The Scissor Lift Tub addresses this directly by allowing the bottom of the tub to be raised or lowered using an actuator, ensuring that product always remains within comfortable reach. Combined with a user-friendly hatch for efficient emptying, the system supports a smoother and less physically demanding workflow throughout the production cycle.
Although built as a robust standard solution, the Scissor Lift Tub is available for both onboard and land-based use, making it a flexible and practical addition to a wide range of processing environments and layouts.
What the Scissor Lift Tub is used for
The Scissor Lift Tub is used in fish processing operations where operator comfort, efficient handling, and easy emptying are critical to maintaining consistent production flow. The actuator-driven movable bottom allows the working level to be adjusted at any point during the process, reducing the need for operators to reach deep into the tub and minimising physical strain throughout the shift.
The user-friendly hatch makes emptying the tub straightforward and efficient, reducing downtime between production cycles and supporting a cleaner, more organised working environment. The system is suitable for both onboard vessels and land-based processing facilities.
Key capabilities
- Vertically movable bottom driven by an actuator for easy height adjustment
- Keeps product within comfortable reach throughout the processing cycle
- User-friendly hatch for simple and efficient tub emptying
- Reduces physical strain on operators during long production shifts
- Suitable for both onboard and land-based processing environments
- Stainless steel construction for hygienic, durable operation
Technical overview
- Actuator-driven vertically movable bottom
- User-friendly hatch for efficient emptying
- Stainless steel construction for hygienic, durable operation
- Suitable for onboard and land-based use
- Available in configurations to suit different facility layouts and throughput requirements
Proven in the field
The Scissor Lift Tub has been developed to meet the real ergonomic demands of fish processing facilities, where operator comfort and efficient tub handling are equally important to maintaining production quality and output. The combination of an actuator-driven movable bottom and a user-friendly emptying hatch makes it a practical and effective solution for processors looking to improve working conditions without compromising on efficiency.
Customer experience
Processors who have adopted the Scissor Lift Tub have highlighted the significant improvement in operator comfort it delivers, particularly during long production shifts where reaching into a deep tub would otherwise place considerable physical strain on employees. The ease of emptying through the user-friendly hatch has also been valued for the reduction in downtime it supports between production cycles.