🐟 Flake Ice for Seattle's Seafood Industry
Flake ice can be used throughout seafood handling and processing because the thin flakes distribute easily around the product and provide a large cooling contact area.
Suitable applications include:
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Seafood processing plants
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Commercial fishing operations
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Fish handling and packing
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Salmon processing
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Groundfish processing
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Crab and shellfish handling
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Seafood wholesalers
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Fish markets
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Seafood distribution centers
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Cold-chain operations
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Fishing vessels
Systems can be configured for both smaller commercial businesses and high-volume industrial seafood operations.
🧊 Available Flake Ice Machine Capacities
| Capacity |
Typical Application |
| 1 Ton/Day |
Fish markets and smaller commercial operations |
| 2 Tons/Day |
Seafood handling and food businesses |
| 3 Tons/Day |
Commercial seafood operations |
| 5 Tons/Day |
Fish processing and commercial fishing |
| 8 Tons/Day |
Medium-to-large processing facilities |
| 10 Tons/Day |
Industrial seafood processing |
| 15 Tons/Day |
High-volume ice production |
| 20 Tons/Day |
Large industrial operations |
Custom capacities and configurations are also available.
Machine selection should be based on the actual peak daily ice requirement and operating conditions.
⚙️ Technical Features
Typical specifications include:
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🧊 Ice Production: 1–20 tons per 24 hours
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🌡️ Flake Ice Thickness: Approximately 1.5–2.5 mm
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⚙️ Compressor: BITZER (German brand), Copeland or other options
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❄️ Refrigerant: R404A / R507A or other options depending on project requirements
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💧 Water Pump: Niudun or equivalent
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🔌 Electrical Supply: Customized for U.S. voltage, phase and 60 Hz
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🌬️ Cooling: Air-cooled or water-cooled configurations
🏆 Main Refrigeration Components
Depending on the final configuration, systems can use:
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Compressor: BITZER
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Expansion Valve: Danfoss
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Solenoid Valve & Filter: Castel or equivalent
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Motor & Gearbox: Leili or equivalent
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Bearings: NSK or equivalent
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Electrical Components: LG, CKC or equivalent
Component brands and specifications are confirmed according to the selected machine and project requirements.
🧊 Stainless Steel Flake Ice Evaporator
The industrial flake ice evaporator can be manufactured with:
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SS316 stainless steel inner surface
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SS304 stainless steel outer casing
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High-density polyurethane insulation
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Precision-machined components
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Construction designed for continuous commercial and industrial operation
The evaporator and refrigeration system are matched according to the required daily ice output.
🐟 Salmon, Fish & Shellfish Applications
Seattle and the wider Pacific Northwest have significant seafood-handling and distribution activity.
Flake ice machines can be configured for:
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Salmon
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Groundfish
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Crab
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Shellfish
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Fresh fish
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Seafood packing
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Seafood wholesale
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Fish transportation
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Fresh seafood displays
For higher-volume processing applications, 5, 8, 10, 15 and 20 ton/day systems are available.
⚓ Commercial Fishing & Marine Applications
Seattle is also an important base for commercial fishing and marine operations.
Flake ice systems can be considered for:
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Commercial fishing fleets
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Fishing vessels
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Shore-based seafood facilities
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Fish unloading operations
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Seafood packing facilities
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Marine food-handling operations
For fishing vessel projects, please provide:
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Vessel type
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Required tons of ice per day
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Available voltage
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Phase and frequency
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Available installation space
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Cooling-water availability
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Ice storage requirements
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Operating environment
Marine systems should be configured according to the specific vessel and operating requirements.
🛒 Supermarkets, Fish Markets & Food Businesses
Industrial flake ice is not limited to large fishing operations.
Smaller-capacity machines can also be considered for:
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Seafood markets
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Fish counters
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Supermarkets
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Food-processing businesses
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Produce cooling
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Meat and poultry processing
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Wholesale food operations
For these applications, 1–5 ton/day machines may be suitable depending on actual daily ice consumption.
⚡ U.S. Voltage & 60 Hz Configuration
Machines can be manufactured according to the electrical supply available at the Seattle installation site.
Customization can include:
Please confirm your voltage, phase and frequency before manufacturing.
🌬️ Air-Cooled & Water-Cooled Options
Depending on machine capacity and site conditions, we can offer:
Air-Cooled Systems
A practical option where adequate ventilation and installation space are available.
Water-Cooled Systems
Can be considered for industrial applications where suitable cooling water is available.
Final selection should consider machine capacity, installation environment and maximum ambient temperature.
🏭 Custom-Built Industrial Flake Ice Systems
Depending on your Seattle project, a complete system can include:
Machines can be customized according to the needs of seafood processors, fishing operations and other industrial users.
⏱️ Production Lead Time
Our industrial flake ice machines are generally made to order.
Typical production time is approximately 6–7 weeks before the equipment is ready for collection or shipping, subject to final specifications and factory production schedule.
Shipping time to Washington is additional.
🚚 Shipping to Seattle & Washington State
Freezing Valley can arrange shipping quotations for industrial flake ice machines to Seattle and other locations throughout Washington State.
This can include projects in:
Freight pricing depends on machine size, weight, final destination and delivery requirements.
Export packaging is available for long-distance transportation.
📩 Request a Flake Ice Machine Quote – Seattle
For an accurate quotation, please provide:
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Required ice production — tons/day
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Application
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Seattle / Washington delivery ZIP code
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Voltage
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Phase
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Frequency
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Indoor or outdoor installation
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Maximum ambient temperature
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Air-cooled or water-cooled preference
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Compressor preference
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Ice storage requirements
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Fishing vessel details if applicable
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Any special project requirements
We can then recommend a suitable machine configuration and provide equipment and estimated shipping pricing for Seattle, Washington.
Freezing Valley Refrigeration Equipment
Email: info@freezingvalley.com