{"id":12419,"date":"2026-03-17T12:28:35","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T11:28:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grupohervaz.com\/?page_id=12419"},"modified":"2026-06-05T11:33:25","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T10:33:25","slug":"food-grade-ice","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.grupohervaz.com\/en\/food-grade-ice\/","title":{"rendered":"Food-grade Ice"},"content":{"rendered":"

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In today\u2019s food industry, ice is no longer considered a simple complement but is increasingly recognized for what it truly is: an essential ingredient. <\/span>Global markets now demand the highest standards of food safety, where full traceability and the elimination of human contact throughout the production process are non-negotiable requirements.<\/p>\n

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At the same time, sustainability has become a <\/span>central pillar of industrial production. <\/span>Water-saving systems based on closed-loop processes, together with energy efficiency in freezing and logistics operations, are key factors distinguishing conventional manufacturers from the industry leaders of tomorrow.<\/span><\/p>\n

In an increasingly demanding market environment, quality is measured through <\/span>transparency, hygiene, and a genuine commitment to minimizing environmental impact.<\/p>\n

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THE NEW ERA OF ICE<\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Founded in 1989 by Miguel \u00c1ngel V\u00e1zquez, Procubitos w<\/span>as established with a clear and strategic objective: to produce ice in the Campo de Gibraltar region <\/span>and efficiently supply local service stations, including those operated by the Group itself. What began as a solution to an internal logistics need quickly evolved into a scalable business model through a pioneering commitment to the industrialization of the sector.<\/p>\n

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Today, Procubitos Europe is the undisputed <\/span>market leader in the European ice industry. <\/span>Through an ambitious expansion strategy, <\/span>we have built a network of 10 strategically located production facilities across Europe, <\/span>including Spain, Italy, Germany, Poland, France, and the United Kingdom. This <\/span>infrastructure provides us with unparalleled production and distribution capabilities, enabling us to supply customers across Europe with agility, consistency, and the highest quality standards.<\/p>\n

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Our competitive advantage lies in technology. <\/span>Across our production facilities, the manufacturing process is fully automated, ensuring that ice remains entirely free from human contact from production through to packaging. This commitment to hygiene, combined with efficient water and energy management, positions us as a trusted partner for large-scale retail and the international HORECA channel.<\/p>\n

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Located in Ankara and acquired in 2018, IceXperience<\/strong> has established itself <\/span>as the leading company and undisputed benchmark in Turkey\u2019s ice industry. Under our <\/span>leadership, the company has undergone <\/span>a significant operational transformation, positioning it at the forefront of the regional cold-chain industry through the implementation of the highest standards of efficiency and quality across every process.<\/p>\n

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The company o<\/span>perates with a strong logistics infrastructure, supported by its own distribution network capable of reaching the entire national market. IceXperience focuses exclusively on the retail channel, ensuring a consistent supply to the country\u2019s leading supermarket chains and large-scale retailers, guaranteeing that products reach end consumers with maximum reliability.<\/p>\n

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Know Ice<\/strong> was created to transform technical <\/span>expertise into advanced engineering solutions. <\/span>It serves as the division responsible for leveraging all technologies developed internally, positioning itself as a technology consultancy capable of designing and delivering highly complex industrial projects.<\/p>\n

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Know Ice\u2019s core <\/span>mission is the development of new ice production facilities<\/strong> from the ground up, as well as the optimization of existing plants. Leveraging our expertise<\/strong> in automation, energy efficiency, and resource optimization, we design ultra-efficient production facilities that maximize performance while meeting the most demanding food safety standards in the global market.<\/p>\n

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To date, projects have been successfully delivered across multiple countries, <\/span>including Spain, France, Belgium, Italy, Turkey, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and Honduras.<\/p>\n

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