Development of a compact, onboard slurry icemaker to rapidly produce optimal ice for maintaining freshness of marine products

Abstract

Marine products require optimal cold storage transport to maintain freshness and minimize damage. Slurry ice is suitable for this purpose due to its softness and immediate cooling capability. This paper describes the process from design to commercialization of a compact icemaker that continuously, stably, and rapidly produces slurry ice and can be placed on fishing vessels. This icemaker is expected to increase the competitiveness of both domestic and international cold chains by advancing both food safety and security.