Professional ice-making solutions help upgrade cold chain for coastal fisheries in Africa
Thermojinn a leading industrial ice making equipment manufacturer based in Fuzhou, China, announced successful shipment of a 10T/day on-land seawater flake ice machine to a coastal country in Africa. This delivery marks another important milestone in Thermojinn‘s continuous efforts to support the development of cold chain infrastructure for the African fishery industry.
The coastal areas of Africa are rich in marine fishery resources. In countries such as Senegal and Côte d'Ivoire, fishing and seafood processing are crucial economic pillars. Industry data shows that the fishing and seafood industries are the main drivers of cold chain development in these countries, and a large amount of foreign direct investment has flowed into the fields of seafood processing, freezing, and export infrastructure.However, coastal areas often face severe challenges including freshwater scarcity, high temperatures, and the corrosive effects of saltwater on equipment. Thermojinn’s 10T/day on-land seawater flake ice machine has been specifically engineered to address these market demands.
The unit is capable of directly drawing seawater for ice production, eliminating the need for freshwater resources. This makes it an ideal fit for the water supply conditions prevalent along Africa‘s coastlines. The machine produces high-quality flake ice with a thickness of 1.5–2.2 mm. Flake ice is flat, thin, and dry, featuring a large surface area that allows for rapid cooling and preservation of freshly caught seafood while minimizing damage to the products.The core components of the equipment are constructed from corrosion-resistant materials such as stainless steel, effectively withstanding long-term exposure to seawater and highly saline coastal environments, thereby extending the service life of the machine. In addition, the unit supports fully automatic operation with an ice-full automatic stop function, significantly reducing labor costs and enabling unattended operation.
Across Africa, demand for cooling solutions is rising rapidly. In Tanzania, the national fisheries department introduced a seawater ice making solution for a public seafood market project to resolve challenges related to freshwater scarcity and corrosion in high-salt environments.In Kenya‘s Mayungu fishing port, a solar-powered cold room project plans to provide flake ice equipment to local fishermen, supporting extended fishing trips lasting up to four consecutive days at sea.Chinese refrigeration companies have also been actively cultivating the African market. Thermojinn‘s latest shipment of a 10ton/day machine represents yet another commitment to this growing market trend.
Flake ice is widely used in fishery preservation due to its unique physical properties. It has a large surface area and melts quickly, allowing it to rapidly lower temperatures and reduce damage to refrigerated goods. Flake ice is flat, thin pieces typically produced on a vertical drum. Water is poured as a film over the drum’s inner surface, contact-frozen, then sub-cooled to become brittle and cracked off by an ice blade, falling into the storage bin.The machine supports multiple environmentally friendly refrigerants including R404A, R507, and R717 (ammonia), accommodating diverse user requirements.
Thermojinn is one of China‘s leading industrial ice making equipment manufacturers. The company’s product portfolio includes a full range of ice making systems such as flake ice machines, plate ice machines, tube ice machines, and block ice machines, with capacities ranging from 1 to 40 tons per day.
Looking ahead, Thermojinn will continue to deepen its presence in Africa and other emerging markets around the world. By providing high-quality, durable ice making equipment, the company aims to assist in the construction of cold chain systems for local fisheries, reduce post-harvest losses, improve the income of fishermen, and safeguard the quality of seafood products throughout the supply chain.
ThermoJinn Marketing Department
Email: info@thermojinn.com
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Post time: Jun-01-2026
