Customer Story: Modernizing Ice Supply at a Philippine Multi-Species Slaughterhouse with a 25T/D Galvanized Direct-Cooling Plant

The client, one of the Philippines’ leading meat processors, was running a multi-species operation that demanded a consistent, high-volume ice supply. Their old ice plant relied on traditional brine technology, which had become a bottleneck for several reasons. Saltwater seepage posed a constant food safety threat, the system’s actual output dropped when ambient temperatures rose, and the carbon steel structure was succumbing to rust despite frequent maintenance.

Any contamination issue could lead to regulatory action and reputational damage. Moreover, with production volumes growing across pork, beef, and chicken lines, the facility could not afford ice shortages during peak kill shifts. The management team sought a long-term fix: a robust, automated ice maker capable of producing 25 tons of pristine block ice daily, with minimal hands-on intervention and the toughness to survive aggressive washdowns

Since start-up in 2026, the new block ice line has transformed the plant’s cold chain capabilities. Key outcomes measured by the client include:

• 100% food-safe ice: Zero brine contact eliminates chemical risks, helping the slaughterhouse meet both domestic and export hygiene standards.

• Unwavering daily output: The machine reliably delivers 25 tons every 24 hours, even during the hottest months, ensuring uninterrupted cooling for all three species lines.

• Dramatically lower upkeep: Corrosion-resistant surfaces have slashed maintenance interventions; the engineering team estimates a 40% reduction in downtime linked to rust repairs.

• Leaner crew, lower bills: Full automation allowed the client to redeploy three workers per shift, while energy savings exceeded 20% versus the old brine plant.

• Rapid deployment: Because the unit came pre-commissioned in a containerized format, it was producing block ice within a remarkably short time after arrival.