Behind every successful food production line, there’s reliable freezing technology working quietly in the background. At Industrial Freezing, we’ve seen how the right equipment — whether new, used, or rebuilt — can transform a business. Here are a few real examples of clients who upgraded their freezing systems and saw impressive results.
A seafood processor in Norway: doubling capacity with a rebuilt spiral freezer
A medium-sized seafood processor in northern Norway was struggling with an outdated tunnel freezer that couldn’t keep up with growing demand. Their goal was to increase capacity without expanding their facility.
After a detailed consultation, Industrial Freezing supplied a refurbished spiral freezer that fit perfectly within their limited floor space. The machine was completely rebuilt, fitted with new insulation and an upgraded control system. Within weeks of installation, the company doubled its freezing output while cutting energy use by 20%.
The plant manager later said, “It feels like we bought a brand-new system — only at half the price.”
A meat processing plant in Spain: reducing downtime with better reliability
In Spain, a meat producer faced constant downtime due to frequent compressor failures in their old freezing line. Every breakdown cost them hours of production and thousands of euros in lost product.
Industrial Freezing provided a reconditioned ammonia compressor package designed for high reliability and easy maintenance. Together with a new condenser setup, the system achieved far better temperature control and pressure stability. Since the upgrade, the plant has reported zero unplanned shutdowns and significantly lower maintenance costs.
As the maintenance manager put it, “We finally have peace of mind — our production runs smoothly every day.”
A vegetable supplier in Poland: improving product quality with IQF technology
A vegetable supplier wanted to move from bulk freezing to individually quick frozen (IQF) products to meet the growing demand from retailers. Their old plate freezer wasn’t suitable for loose items like peas and diced carrots.
Industrial Freezing recommended a used tunnel freezer, fully refurbished and customized with an advanced air circulation system. The new setup allowed the company to freeze vegetables individually, maintaining color, texture, and nutritional value.
Within the first season, they expanded their export market and received glowing feedback from customers about the product quality.
A bakery in the Netherlands: saving energy with smarter freezing
A Dutch bakery specializing in frozen pastries was looking to lower its energy costs. The company’s 20-year-old spiral freezer was still functional but inefficient. Industrial Freezing rebuilt their existing unit instead of replacing it — adding modern fans, improved insulation, and a digital control panel.
The result was a 25% drop in energy consumption and a more stable freezing process. The owner later said, “We didn’t realize how much difference a rebuild could make. It feels like our old freezer got a second life.”
What these stories show
Each of these examples highlights the same idea: upgrading doesn’t always mean buying new. With expert rebuilding, smart customization, and reliable service, companies can achieve the performance of new equipment at a much lower cost.
At Industrial Freezing, these success stories happen every day — proving that with the right support, second-hand can be just as powerful as brand-new.
