Flake ice conveyors for rake system

Flake ice conveyors for rake system delivered for a plant delivering ice to fishing boats.

What type of flake ice conveyors are delivered?

• A collecting screw conveyor that receive flake ice from the ice rake
• 2 pcs. tube conveyors that lift the flake ice in an angle of app. 45°
• The collecting screw conveyor is reversible
  • Flake ice can be delivered to the fishing boats
  • Flake ice to be used inside the fish distributing factory

The screw conveyors are delivered without intermediate bearings. BEMA always recommend to avoid the use of intermediate bearings. In this case it is possible due to the length of the screw conveyors. But with application with flake ice, intermediate bearings can be used with a good results as long as they are greased on regular time intervals.

Application where screw conveyors are used for flake ice

1. Ice rake system with collecting and lifting screw conveyors like this application
2. Intermediate storage system where a live screw bottom is used – see an example here
3. A general distribution system from the rake system or an intermediate system – see an example here

BEMA has experiance to deliver screw conveyors and live screw bottoms for all the above examples.

Where do BEMA focus when we design screw conveyors for flake ice?

1. The design must be hygienic and in accordance with EC-1935/2004
2. All in- and outlet shall be designed to avoid blocking of flake ice
3. All screw conveyors are delivered with drain points to control the water flow from melted flake ice after end of operations
4. All screw conveyors are delivered with support points for easy installation on-site

In general BEMA focus to deliver screw conveyors with supports and legs to ease the installation on the customer site. Our products are customer designed and differs from standard products that often require a lot of adoptation on-site. We know that customer designed products are more expensive, but we are very sure that the total cost is lower, when you are able to deliver products that easily fits on-site. Installation costs are often under estimated, and we strongly recommend that you evaluate the total cost of the products and the installation during the evaluation phase of your project.

FAQ: Flake Ice Conveyors for Rake System

1. What are flake ice conveyors used for?

Flake ice conveyors are designed to transport flake ice from an ice rake system to various destinations, such as fishing boats or internal distribution points in fish‑processing facilities. They ensure gentle, reliable handling of ice without clogging or melting issues.

2. What types of conveyors are included in this system?

A typical setup includes a collecting screw conveyor that receives ice from the rake, along with angled tube conveyors—often around 45°—that lift the ice to the required height. The collecting conveyor can be reversible, allowing flexible distribution depending on operational needs.

3. How does BEMA ensure hygienic and reliable operation?

All conveyors are designed according to EC‑1935/2004 hygiene standards, with inlets and outlets shaped to prevent ice blockage. Each conveyor includes drain points to manage meltwater, and support points are integrated to simplify installation on‑site.

4. Why choose custom‑designed conveyors for flake ice?

BEMA focuses on delivering customer‑specific solutions that fit seamlessly into existing installations. Although custom equipment may cost more upfront, it significantly reduces installation time and total project cost by eliminating on‑site adaptations.