Online Beef Classification Center, BCC-3™

A fully automated beef classification system is a technological solution designed to classify beef carcasses based on their quality and characteristics. This system uses a combination of imaging technology, data analysis, and artificial intelligence algorithms to classify beef carcasses accurately and efficiently.

Investing in a fully automated beef classification system can provide several advantages for beef processors.

• An automated beef classification system can provide accurate and consistent grading of beef carcasses, which can help to improve product quality and reduce waste.


• Automated systems can process beef carcasses more quickly and efficiently than manual systems, reducing processing times and labor costs.


• By reducing the need for manual labor and improving efficiency, automated systems can help to reduce costs and increase profitability.

By improving the accuracy, consistency, and efficiency of beef grading, these systems can help to reduce costs and increase profitability.

How does BCC-3™ beef classification system work?

The BCC-3™ system works by scanning the beef carcass with a 3D imaging technology, which captures data on the size, shape, and fat content of the carcass. It uses advanced multi-view stereo imaging to create a full 3D reconstruction of each half beef carcass. This data is then analyzed by an AI algorithm, which uses machine learning to identify patterns and predict the quality of the beef based on the EUROP grading system and similar standards.

The BCC-3™ grading system also enables prediction of primal and commercial cut weights. The yield information permits the slaughterhouse to optimize their product sorting and pay the farmers according to the true market value.

Features of the BCC-3™ beef classification system

The BCC-3™ is a beef classification system that comes with several advanced features to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and safety of beef grading. Here's a closer look at each of its features:

Advanced multi-view stereo imaging:

The BCC-3™ uses advanced multi-view stereo imaging technology to capture high-quality 3D images of beef carcasses from multiple angles. This allows for more accurate grading of beef based on established standards such as the EUROP beef grading system.

No need for carcass orientation:

The beef carcass can be placed in any position, and the beef classification system can still accurately grade it. Some beef grading systems require the carcass to be positioned in a specific way to get an accurate grading result, but the BCC-3™ system is designed to be flexible and can accommodate carcasses in any orientation. This makes the process more efficient.

100% automatic beef classification:

The BCC-3™ is fully automatic, meaning there is no human intervention in the grading process. Once the beef carcass is placed in the system, the technology takes over, and the grading process is completed automatically. This eliminates the possibility of human interference, such as subjectivity or error, and ensures that the grading results are consistent and accurate every time.

No risk of cross-contamination:

The BCC-3™ uses non-contact grading technology, meaning there is no physical contact between the system and the beef carcass. This eliminates the risk of cross-contamination and ensures that the beef is safe for consumption.

No moving parts and low maintenance costs:

The BCC-3™ beef classification system does not have any mechanical components that move during the grading process. The absence of moving parts in the BCC-3™ system means that there is less risk of mechanical failure or breakdown, which translates to lower maintenance costs and increased reliability.

Grades both carcass halves:

The BCC-3™ can grade both halves of the beef carcass simultaneously. In other words, when a beef carcass is inserted into the system, it can grade the left and right halves of the carcass at the same time. This improves efficiency and reduces processing times since there is no need to grade each half separately.

Line speed up to 620 half carcasses/hour:

The BCC-3™ grading system can process up to 620 half carcasses per hour, making it an efficient and high-speed beef grading system.

Enables payment according to true market value:

The BCC-3™ provides accurate grading of beef based on established standards, which enables producers to receive payment according to the true market value of their product.

Yield management with our beef classification system

The BCC-3™ is unique in the world in its ability to accurately predict the characteristics of a beef carcass prior to any processing steps. This allows for better control of the yield management process, which involves managing the supply and demand of the different cuts of meat produced from the carcass.

With exceptional precision, BCC-3™ can define each primal cut and commercial cuts of a beef carcass, thereby enabling accurate yield management control of cut-floor performance. This means that producers can more effectively manage the supply of each cut, ensuring that they are producing the right amount of each type of cut to meet customer demand while minimizing waste.

With a factory calibration it is possible to monitor changes and/or improvements in the yield.

Custom beef classification system

Frontmatec offers custom calibrations and modelling. This service involves developing customer-specific models for predicting the weight of primals or various commercial cuts in a slaughterhouse.

To create these custom models, Frontmatec offers to plan and execute a factory cut-test, which is a process of analyzing different cuts of meat produced by the slaughterhouse to determine their weight and characteristics. This ensures that the modeling is based on cuts that are reproducible and can be consistently produced by the slaughterhouse.

Once the factory cut-test is completed, experienced meat scientists use state-of-the-art chemometric modeling techniques to develop prediction models that can be implemented in the BCC-3™ system. These models allow for accurate predictions of the weight of different cuts of meat, which is essential for yield management and optimizing profitability in the slaughterhouse.

By offering custom calibrations and modeling, Frontmatec provides a tailored solution for each customer, enabling them to better manage their yield and improve their overall performance. This service allows customers to take advantage of the BCC-3™ system's advanced capabilities and further optimize their operations to maximize profitability.

Want to hear more about the beef classification system?

At Frontmatec, we are proud to offer world-leading customized automation solutions for the food industry, including the BCC-3™ beef classification system. We are committed to helping our customers find the best solutions for their business needs and are happy to assist in exploring the opportunities presented by our technology.

Our high-quality products and systems are designed to help businesses optimize their operations and achieve their goals, whether that means improving yield management, increasing efficiency, or maximizing profitability. With the advanced features of the BCC-3™ system, we believe we can help businesses in the food industry achieve these objectives and more.

If you are interested in learning more about the BCC-3™ system and how it can benefit your business, our team of experienced experts is here to help. We offer customized solutions and can work with you to identify your specific needs and develop a tailored solution that meets your requirements.

Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you unlock the potential of the BCC-3™ beef classification system and improve your operations.