Industries · Fishing

Ice Machines for Fishing

Thin, dry flake ice wraps fish without crushing it and keeps it fresh on the counter, in crates and in transit. EFE Ice Systems makes flake ice machines in Izmir for fish markets, fishing boats and seafood plants, producing 300 kg to 10 tons of ice a day.

500 kg flake ice machine installed on a fishing boat in Dikili, Izmir

Why ice?

Why is fish kept on ice?

Fish loses its freshness quickly if it is not cooled as soon as it is caught or harvested. Ice is the most practical way to keep fish cold until it reaches the counter, the crate or the customer.

Flake ice is thin and dry; it does not clump, covers every part of the fish and does not crush it. For long journeys, slow-melting block ice is also used.

Which ice for which job?

Flake iceThe ice most used in fishing. It cools fish quickly on the counter, in crates and on board without crushing it.
Block iceThe large block melts slowly; it is used for long shipments and where ice is broken up as needed.

Frequently asked questions

Questions from the fishing industry

Which ice machine is best for fish?

Flake ice machines are the most common choice in fishing. Thin, dry flake ice wraps fish without crushing it and cools it quickly. Slow-melting block ice can also be used for long shipments.

Can a flake ice machine be installed on a boat?

Yes. We installed a flake ice machine with a 500 kg daily capacity and its own bin on a fishing boat in Dikili, Izmir; the ice made at sea cools the catch immediately.

How do I store the ice?

On models with a bin, the ice collects in the bin under the machine. We can also install the machine on top of a cold room, so the ice falls straight into the cold room and is stored without melting.

How do I get a quote?

Send us your daily ice needs and your business's city through the quote form or WhatsApp, and we will tell you the right model and price.

Get a quote for your fishing business

Tell us how much ice you need each day and we will suggest the right flake ice machine.

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