Collection and processing of slaughter products and animal skins
DI.GI.MA. has been collecting and processing animal hides and skins for over seventy years, offering a well-organized service compliant with industry regulations. From its headquarters in Villanterio, in the province of Pavia, the company collaborates primarily with businesses in the provinces of Pavia, Lodi, Milan, and Piacenza, assisting slaughterhouses, laboratories, and supply chain operators in managing materials derived from meat processing. In recent years, the company has also begun to target international markets, gradually expanding its sales network.
The experience gained over time allows DI.GI.MA. to carefully monitor every stage of the service, from collection to material inspection, up to their preparation for subsequent production destinations. The goal is to ensure orderly, traceable, and effective management of animal by-products, selecting suitable materials and ensuring operating procedures consistent with established health and hygiene requirements.
Collection of category 3 slaughter by-products
Category 3 slaughterhouse by-products are derived from materials that, originally, are fit for human consumption. Through dedicated collection and proper management, they can be used to produce animal meal and fat, preventing usable resources from being wasted. The collection and processing of slaughterhouse products and animal hides therefore allows them to be included in a controlled recovery and transformation process.
For businesses that process meat and animal products, regular collection of by-products also provides practical support for daily space management. Timely removal of materials helps maintain orderly work areas, facilitates internal organization, and limits waste accumulation in operational areas.
DI.GI.MA. provides the service with appropriate vehicles and equipment, trained personnel, and procedures designed to comply with health regulations. Each phase is managed with attention to the proper separation, handling, and disposition of collected materials.
Continuing relationships with numerous suppliers, some of which have been in business for generations, demonstrates the stability of an organization built over time. Direct knowledge of the supply chain's needs allows the company to schedule collections and offer a service consistent with the operational needs of the businesses served.
Trade and initial processing of raw hides
In addition to managing by-products, DI.GI.MA. also collects and trades raw hides, performing the initial processing necessary to prepare the material for subsequent tanning. Upon arrival at the facility, the hides undergo quality control, squaring, weighing, and salting, according to procedures designed to preserve their characteristics and facilitate their management.
Quality control allows us to verify the condition of the material before subsequent operations. Squaring allows us to eliminate any parts that are not functional to the process, while weighing and salting contribute to the proper classification and preservation of the hides.
The next phase involves sorting and preparing for shipping. The hides are organized in the company's warehouses according to their characteristics, ready for shipment to the companies that will carry out the subsequent processing stages.
This activity requires careful selection, storage, and handling of the material, ensuring each batch is managed consistently for its intended purpose. The rawhide trade thus integrates with the broader collection and processing of slaughter products and animal hides, providing operators with a single point of contact for various needs related to the management of materials of animal origin.
Complementary services for Category 1 and 2 materials
Slaughterhouse waste belonging to categories 1 and 2 derives from materials unfit for human consumption and is destined for destruction according to specific procedures. For health and safety reasons, it cannot come into contact with materials, products, and facilities designated for category 3 and, therefore, is not treated directly in the DI.GI.MA. facilities.
To complete the service, the company can organize the collection of materials belonging to other categories through collaboration with specialized and authorized operators. This way, customers can receive coordinated support even when their business generates materials subject to different management and destination methods.
The collection process is organized based on the type of materials, operational needs, and applicable regulations. Separation between the different categories remains a key element of the entire process, ensuring traceability, safety, and proper disposal of by-products.
Thanks to this network of services, DI.GI.MA. supports supply chain operators in managing the various types of materials, in compliance with the specific procedures established for each category.
Contact DI.GI.MA. for information on the collection and processing of slaughter products and animal hides and to discuss a service tailored to your business needs.
