The Dexter Russell NODE HOOK Traditional™ (9173) Node Hook, featuring a 6-inch polypropylene white handle, is a professional-grade meat hook designed for precise and durable handling within commercial foodservice environments. Crafted by Dexter Russell, a recognized leader in high-quality kitchen cutlery and tools, this meat hook offers a robust stainless steel construction ideal for butchering, processing, and portioning tasks. Its slender profile and corrosion-resistant build ensure optimal performance during heavy-duty use, facilitating efficient workflow in butcher shops, processing plants, and restaurant kitchens. With a length of 6 inches, this node hook provides secure meat handling, reducing product damage and improving operational safety for skilled food industry professionals.
Top Dexter Russell NODE HOOK 9173 Features
This meat hook delivers essential performance for commercial butchering, with a stainless steel construction that ensures long-term durability and resistance to corrosion. Its 6-inch length provides precise control during meat handling, while the polypropylene white handle offers a secure grip with easy cleaning. Engineered for medium-volume workflows, it supports efficient transfer and portioning of meat products in busy foodservice settings, making it suitable for use on butchering tables, processing lines, or butcher blocks. Designed for ease of maintenance, this tool withstands frequent sanitization processes, ensuring hygiene compliance and safe food handling.
- Functionality: Facilitates secure meat handling in commercial processing
- Durability: Constructed from stainless steel for corrosion resistance
- Ease of Use: Polypropylene white handle for comfortable grip and cleaning
- Workflow Integration: Ideal for butchering and portioning workflows
- Technical Specification: 6" length, 0.27" height, 12.25" width, 4.93" depth, 0.25 lbs weight
Recommended for professional meat processing and knife work in foodservice kitchens.
Dexter Russell NODE HOOK 9173 Technical Specs
This high-performance meat hook features a stainless steel construction with a compact footprint, measuring 12.25 inches wide, 4.93 inches deep, and 0.27 inches in height. The tool weighs just 0.25 pounds, ensuring maneuverability and ease during continuous use. It is designed for medium-volume operations with a focus on durability, featuring corrosion-resistant material suitable for frequent cleaning with conventional sanitizers. The hook is non-electrical, with no specified refrigeration or cooling needs, and is best used in environments requiring manual handling of meat products on processing tables, butcher blocks, or hooks. The design supports operational safety with rounded edges and a secure grip handle, while its robust stainless steel ensures longevity despite intensive use. It is compatible with typical food processing workflows, supporting sanitation and efficient throughput without the need for disassembly for cleaning.
- Construction: Full stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance
- Dimensions: Width 12.25", Depth 4.93", Height 0.27"
- Weight: 0.25 lbs for ease of handling and maneuverability
- Food Safety: Material compliant with food industry sanitation standards
- Usage Compatibility: Suitable for manual meat handling on butchering stations
- Cleaning & Maintenance: Easy to sanitize with standard cleaning methods
- Work Environment: Robust for medium throughput in commercial processing
What is a commercial meat hook?
A commercial meat hook is a specialized tool designed for secure handling, portioning, and moving of large meat cuts or carcasses in professional food processing settings. Constructed primarily from durable stainless steel, these hooks support high-volume workflows in butcher shops, processing plants, and restaurant kitchens. The Dexter Russell NODE HOOK Traditional™ (9173) Node Hook, with its 6-inch length and corrosion-resistant build, exemplifies industry standards for safety and performance. It is ideally used for tasks such as hanging, transferring, or portioning meat products, ensuring precise control and sanitation in medium-volume operations suited to busy foodservice environments or butchering stations.
Top commercial meat hooks for meat processing in foodservice
Designed for reliable manual operation in moderate-volume kitchens, Dexter Russell’s 9173 Node Hook offers durable stainless steel construction and a manageable 6-inch size, optimal for precise meat handling and processing tasks in professional food establishments. The high-quality design supports efficient workflow, with an emphasis on hygiene and ease of cleaning, making it suitable for busy meat processing stations and butcheries.
- Medium-workload — ideal for butcher shops and processing lines
- Compact design — fits in tight workspaces and tasks
- Corrosion-resistant stainless steel — withstands frequent cleaning
- Safe for heavy-duty use — secure grip with polypropylene handle
- Supports efficient workflow — simplifies meat handling tasks
