MAINCA PR-360 Twist Linker

Automatic Sausage Portioning & Twisting Device for Small to Medium Sausage Production

The MAINCA PR-360 Twist Linker is a compact, efficient sausage portioning and twisting machine designed to help small and medium sausage producers increase output, improve portion consistency, and reduce manual labor during sausage production. Built to connect easily to a hydraulic piston filler or sausage stuffer, the PR-360 portions and twists sausages at the same time the casing is being filled, helping operators save time while producing consistent sausage links.

This machine is especially valuable for processors looking to get more production out of their existing sausage filler. The PR-360 connects by means of the nozzle nut and does not require an electrical connection between the twist linker and the filler, making it a practical add-on for many sausage production setups.

Whether you are producing fresh sausage, smoked sausage, snack sticks, bratwurst, breakfast links, or other linked sausage products, the PR-360 gives your team an adjustable, production-friendly solution for portioning and twisting.

Key Features

Portions and Twists at the Same Time

The PR-360 is designed to portion and twist sausage casing while the product is being filled. This helps reduce the need for manual linking, improves workflow, and allows operators to produce consistent links at a faster pace.

Connects to Hydraulic Piston Fillers and Stuffers

The unit connects to compatible hydraulic piston fillers or sausage stuffers using the nozzle nut. No electrical connection is required between the PR-360 and the piston filler, making installation and operation straightforward.

Adjustable Twist, Speed, and Portion Size

Operators can adjust the number of twists on the nozzle, the nozzle speed, and the portion size. Portion size can be adjusted from approximately ±15 grams up to the desired portion size, giving processors flexibility across a wide range of sausage products.

Can Be Used as a Portioner Without Twisting

In addition to portioning and twisting, the PR-360 can also be used as a portioning device without twisting, giving processors additional flexibility depending on the product and production need.

Works with Multiple Casing Types

The PR-360 is suitable for use with natural, collagen, polyamide, and cellulose casings, allowing it to support a wide range of sausage production styles.

Handles Fine and Coarse Products

This twist linker is suitable for both fine emulsions and coarse minced products, making it a flexible machine for processors producing different sausage textures and recipes.

Stainless Steel and Polyethylene Construction

The PR-360 is constructed with AISI 304 stainless steel and polyethylene, providing a durable and sanitary design for meat processing environments.

Production Benefits

The MAINCA PR-360 helps sausage processors:

• Increase sausage linking speed
• Reduce manual labor
• Improve link consistency
• Make better use of existing sausage fillers
• Reduce dependency on highly skilled manual linking labor
• Improve production flow in small and medium sausage operations
• Support multiple sausage styles and casing types with one machine

With approximate production of ±1 sausage per second and output up to 250 kg per hour, the PR-360 can make a meaningful difference in sausage production efficiency.

Applications

The MAINCA PR-360 Twist Linker is ideal for processors producing:

• Fresh sausage
• Bratwurst
• Breakfast sausage links
• Smoked sausage
• Snack sticks
• Specialty sausage
• Coarse-ground sausage products
• Emulsified sausage products
• Natural casing sausage
• Collagen casing sausage
• Cellulose or polyamide casing products

Standard Equipment

The PR-360 comes equipped with three stainless steel nozzles:

Optional nozzle diameters are also available in Ø 11 mm and Ø 20 mm.

Casing and Cone Options

Different rubber stuffing cones are available to fit a variety of casing calibers and help with twisting. Available cone sizes support casing diameters from approximately 18 mm to 36 mm.

For natural casing applications, an outer sleeve / double nozzle is used over the rotating nozzle. Different sizes are available depending on the casing and application.

An optional automatic hand, model 2PR36MM, is available for fully automatic operation when using collagen casing.

Technical Specifications

Specifications are based on manufacturer-published information and may be subject to change.

Why Buy the PR-360 from RAM Manufacturing Equipment?

As a reseller of the MAINCA PR-360 Twist Linker, RAM Manufacturing Equipment can help you determine whether this machine is the right fit for your sausage production process, casing type, product texture, and production goals.

RAM can assist with:

• Equipment selection
• Sausage production consultation
• Filler and twist linker compatibility review
• Quoting and ordering
• Installation support
• Operator guidance
• Preventative maintenance options
• Replacement parts and service support

If your team is currently hand-linking sausage or struggling to keep up with production using an existing filler, the MAINCA PR-360 may be a strong upgrade to improve consistency, reduce labor, and increase throughput.