Reference Project

Balkan Zoo Farm Integrated Meat Processing

Transforming Albania’s meat processing industry with slaughtering, rendering, water treatment and value-added production systems.

BZF

Client

Tirana

Location

Pork & Lamb

Industry

120 pigs/h

Capacity

About BZF

One of Albania’s major pork meat processing facilities

Founded in 2014 in Tirana, Balkan Zoo Farm Sh.p.k is one of the largest pork meat processing facilities and distributors in Albania.

BZF offers a wide range of pork meat by-products and operates as one of the few rendering companies in Albania capable of processing Category 2 animal by-products.

The company also produces pet food products and meat and bone meal that can be used as components for animal feed where regulations allow.

The Challenge

Modernizing production while meeting EU standards

In 2017, BZF faced a critical challenge: growing domestic demand outpaced the capabilities of its outdated production facilities.

Limited capacity and aging infrastructure hindered operational efficiency, while the company also needed to meet EU regulatory standards in preparation for international exports.

BZF also needed to optimize water consumption, energy efficiency, environmental compliance and cost control across multiple processing units.

The Solution

Pioneering integrated meat processing in Southeastern Europe

Slaughter Floor Layout

Custom-designed slaughter floor layout optimized for animal welfare, hygiene and operational efficiency.

Automated Systems

Automated stunning and bleeding systems aligned with European humane slaughter standards.

Chilling & Quality Control

Rapid chilling, precision cutting stations and real-time quality checkpoints throughout the process.

High-capacity slaughtering line engineered for 120 pigs per hour

The cornerstone of the project was the design and installation of a high-capacity pig slaughtering line, representing a significant advancement for BZF’s meat processing capabilities.

Advanced scalding and dehairing equipment calibrated for regional pig varieties
Ergonomic precision cutting stations for product quality and worker comfort
Comprehensive refrigeration systems to maintain meat freshness
Integrated quality control checkpoints enabling real-time monitoring

Rendering Implementation

Turning slaughterhouse waste into valuable products

To address animal by-product management, Euromac engineered a complete rendering solution capable of processing all slaughterhouse waste streams.

The system handles blood and meat waste streams, transforming waste management from a cost center into a revenue-generating operation while reducing environmental impact.

Haarslev 5000kg batch cooker
Specialized blood processing equipment
High-efficiency Haarslev fat pressing screws
Custom-engineered screw conveyors
Industrial evaporators
Receiving and storage bins
Odor abatement systems

The Innovation

Digital twin and remote rendering control

Euromac enhanced the rendering solution with advanced digitalization capabilities, creating a digital twin of the complete rendering installation.

The digital infrastructure enables remote management, real-time monitoring, thermal sensor alerts, predictive maintenance scheduling and operational optimization.

Environmental Consciousness

Sustainable by design with advanced water treatment

Euromac implemented an advanced water treatment system designed to support peak production volumes and minimize environmental impact.

1000m³ daily treatment capacity
Multi-stage filtration removing solids and biological contaminants
Advanced nutrient removal technology
Water recycling capabilities reducing freshwater consumption
Real-time monitoring for regulatory compliance
Modular design for future expansion

Value-Added Processing Integration

Capturing more value from every product stream

Completing the facility’s transformation, Euromac supplied and installed specialized meat processing equipment enabling BZF to manufacture diverse consumer products.