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The Pros and Cons of Flake Ice for Fish Cooling

Anyone in the industry of transporting fish knows that you have to keep it cool. Otherwise you run the risk of selling bad products to your customers. Spoilage begins as soon as the fish dies, so it is important to take great care to keep the fish as fresh and cool as possible. Once they […]

Methods for Cooling Papayas After Harvest

Due to the increase in demand for the tropical papaya fruit, the number of farmers growing this delectable food has increased. With that demand comes the need for knowledge of the best methods for cooling papayas after harvest along with the safest ways to store the fruit. For those working in the field of papaya […]

The Pros and Cons of Chilling Fish With Slush Ice

Within the commercial fishing industry, proper storage techniques are of paramount importance. If the freshly caught fish are not kept at the proper temperature, they deteriorate, and the entire shipment is ruined. Of the many cooling methods supplied by SEMCO/SEMCOLD LLC, a system bolstered by slush ice is one of the most beneficial. In using […]

A Closer Look at Concrete Cooling Systems: Sand Cooling

Concrete cooling systems are extremely important for companies and businesses that work with concrete, especially large-pour projects. During the hydration process, a chemical reaction occurs that is highly exothermic. That means that it releases heat. The temperature can exceed 200°F. When concrete is poured at such a high temperature this can cause major problems. The […]

Best Practices Checklist for Fish Icing

Fish consumption has been rapidly increasing throughout the world, contributing to a growing market for fresh seafood. The freshness of your catch is crucial in delivering an optimal product to your consumer. However, seafood requires particularly careful handling because it begins to spoil the moment it is killed. Gill nets are particularly susceptible to spoiling, […]

Cooling Methods for Pears Post-Harvest

There’s no flavor quite like the sweet, delicate taste of a pear. Pears are popular snacks and recipe ingredients, and are eaten around the world—but in order to reach consumers’ tables and fruit bowls in the best possible condition, pears must be carefully treated and properly stored. At SEMCO/SEMCOLD LLC, we know that it’s important […]

Fish Cooling and the Pros and Cons of Shell Ice

Keeping your fish properly stored and cooled is extremely important to your livelihood if you are a fisherman. If your catch isn’t kept at a proper temperature it can spoil, which results in wasted goods and loss of income. There are a number of cooling methods, and shell ice is one way to keep your […]