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Continuous Freezer
Continuously operating ice cream freezers for industrial production lines with throughputs from 200 to more than 4,000 litres/hour. Typical manufacturers on the used market: Gram Equipment, Alfa Laval / Tetra Pak Hoyer, Catta 27.
Used Industrial Ice Cream Machines
Behälter KG offers second-hand ice cream machines. All machines are available immediately, are affordable to purchase and can be delivered worldwide. Are you looking for a second-hand industrial ice cream machine for your ice cream production? At Behälter KG, you will find tested, industrial ice cream production machines from decommissioned or modernised plants by renowned manufacturers such as Carpigiani, Gram Equipment, Alfa Laval / Tetra Pak Hoyer, Taylor, Bravo and Frigomat. Our range includes continuous freezers, batch freezers (mantecatori), commercial soft-serve ice cream machines, pasteurisers for ice cream, as well as complete ice lolly and extrusion lines. Every machine is technically inspected prior to delivery – viewings at our Bremen site are possible at any time, with worldwide shipping available. As an established industrial equipment supplier with over 60 years’ experience in the trade of used stainless steel and process equipment, we provide manufacturer-independent advice and will find the right machine for your specific production process. Show more...
Products
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Built in 2008
Capacity from 7.200 pieces/h up to 42,000 pieces/h
comprehensive documentation available
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Ice cream freezing/cooling system
Capacity up to 900 l/h
comprehensive documentation available
Cooling system operated with the coolant ammonia (R717) year of construction: 2002
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System for freezing/cooling foods such as ice cream, sorbet ice cream, yoghurt, sauce, etc.
Capacity up to 2000 l/h
Cooling system can only be operated with the coolant Ammonia (R717), a retrofit is necessary for operation with Freon.
comprehensive documentation available
Looking for a used industrial ice cream machine for your ice cream production line? At Behälter KG you will find continuous freezers, batch freezers (mantecatore), commercial soft serve machines, pasteurizers and complete stick ice cream and extrusion lines from decommissioned and modernised plants – inspected, shipped worldwide, inspection available at our Bremen facility.
As an established industrial supplier with more than 60 years of experience in used stainless steel and process equipment, we advise you on a brand-independent basis – from individual machines to complete production lines for the . Every machine is technically inspected and documented prior to delivery; worldwide shipping including loading and customs documentation is standard.
Our range of industrial ice cream production machines
From mix pasteurisation to the fully packaged ice cream unit: our inventory covers every process stage of commercial and industrial ice cream production.
Product range
From stick ice cream to soft serve – machines for every product
Our used industrial ice cream machines cover the full spectrum of commercial ice cream production. Whether your product is stick ice cream, classic cup or bulk ice cream, artisanal Italian gelato, soft serve or extruded ice cream, we have the right machine or source it on the used market.
- Stick ice cream & extruded bars
- Cup & bulk ice cream
- Italian gelato
- Soft serve (commercial)
- Sorbet & fruit ice
- Frozen yogurt
Key purchase criteria for industrial ice cream machines
Top manufacturers of industrial ice cream machines
Our stock of used industrial ice cream machines changes weekly – the following manufacturers dominate the used market. Contact us with a specific requirement; we check availability and can alternatively source from our network.
Alfa Laval Hoyer / Tetra Pak Hoyer
Danish manufacturer setting a worldwide standard for industrial continuous freezers (KF, CFL and CF series). Widely used in dairies and industrial ice cream plants. We regularly stock Hoyer freezers from decommissioned production lines.
Gram Equipment
Danish specialist for industrial ice cream plants – continuous freezers (CF series), extrusion lines, hardening tunnels. High reliability and standardised spare parts availability make used Gram machines an attractive investment.
Carpigiani
Italian market leader for batch freezers (Labo, Labotronic, LB series) and soft serve machines. Carpigiani machines are ideal for gelato parlours, pasticcerias and small industrial operations. Contact us when you have a specific requirement – we know the used market.
Taylor
US manufacturer widely established in quick-service restaurants worldwide (soft serve, shakes, frozen drinks). Used Taylor machines are a great fit for food service expansion – with standardised spare parts and documented maintenance history.
Bravo
Italian manufacturer of the iconic Trittico series: combined pasteurizer/mantecatore machines that cover the complete ice cream production in a single unit. Used Bravo Trittico are highly sought after by craft manufacturers and pasticcerias.
Frigomat & Catta 27
Italian specialists for batch freezers, pasteurizers and soft serve machines in the artisan and industrial segments. Frigomat is particularly known for robust lab-sized machines; Catta 27 delivers mid-range industrial continuous freezers.
Used instead of new: your benefits when buying an industrial ice cream machine
Immediate availability
Used industrial ice cream machines are available ex stock in Bremen and can be delivered at short notice – instead of a 12-month lead time for new machines.
Proven quality
Our ice cream machines come from running or recently modernised productions and are technically inspected and documented before sale.
Sustainable procurement
Buying used process equipment conserves resources and reduces CO₂ compared to new production – a measurable contribution to your ESG strategy.
Low investment risk
Used industrial ice cream machines are considerably cheaper than new ones – ideal for capacity expansion, back-up machines or market entry.
What our customers say
Production Management at Heinrich Hagner GmbH & Co. KG
Plant Engineering at Evonik Operations GmbH
We at Evonik, Marl site, enjoy working with Behälter KG – and for good reasons, such as quick and competent responses to technical questions and concerns. Our projects could thus be realised significantly faster and with noticeable cost advantages. Evonik says "Thank you" – we look forward to new projects with Behälter KG Bremen.
Production Manager at e-nema GmbH
Behälter KG offers a wide range of products that often helps us respond to various requirements. The consulting and processing is smooth and swift!
Project Engineer at a global Life Sciences company
Behälter KG Bremen impressed us with their professional approach, fast communication, high reliability and flexibility. The project at our production site was implemented in a solution-oriented manner and on schedule. We greatly valued the collaboration with Behälter KG Bremen.
Technical Procurement at Darling Ingredients Germany
Behälter KG impresses with competence and customer orientation. Engineering, delivery and processing are flawless.
Project Manager at a Pharma & Food plant engineering company
We have come to know Behälter KG as a top supplier that impresses with very high quality at very competitive prices, offering the best value for money. Additionally, any change requests or issues are always handled quickly, competently and flexibly, with an absolutely solution-oriented approach.
Frequently asked questions about used industrial ice cream machines
Used industrial ice cream machines typically range from around €8,000 (small batch freezer) to over €200,000 (large continuous freezer with integrated pasteurization).
Key price drivers are year of manufacture, operating hours, throughput (L/h), manufacturer (Carpigiani, Gram, Hoyer), the condition of the refrigeration unit and any supplied peripherals (fruit feeders, CIP unit). As a rule of thumb, an inspected used ice cream machine costs roughly 30–50 % of a comparable new machine – with much shorter lead times.
A continuous freezer continuously freezes the pasteurized ice cream mix while simultaneously whipping air (overrun) into it. The mix passes through a chilled cylinder with a rotating dasher that scrapes the frozen crystals off the wall and homogenises the mass.
Outlet temperature is typically –5 °C at 80–120 % overrun. From there the ice goes directly to moulding machines, hardening tunnels or packaging lines. Contact us for detailed process and sizing advice.
The “best” ice cream machine depends on production type, daily volume and recipe variety.
For industrial throughputs from 500 L/h with a consistent recipe, continuous freezers from Gram, Hoyer or Catta 27 are standard. For gelato parlours, craft manufacturers and flexible flavour changes, batch freezers (Carpigiani, Bravo Trittico) are the first choice. Soft serve and food service operations typically use Carpigiani or Taylor soft serve machines. We advise on a brand-independent basis based on your process parameters.
Yes – for most industrial use cases a used industrial ice cream machine pays off quickly.
Benefits: significantly lower acquisition cost (approximately 30–50 % of a new machine), immediate availability ex stock, proven quality and the same spare parts availability as for new machines. In particular for Carpigiani, Gram and Hoyer, spare parts are available for decades.
Yes – inspections are possible at any time by appointment at our Bremen facility.
On request we provide detailed photos, technical data sheets and operating-hours documentation in advance. For international customers we organise video inspections and supply inspection protocols. Worldwide shipping including loading and customs documentation is standard.
In industrial ice cream production the mix (milk, cream, sugar, emulsifiers, flavourings) is pasteurized before freezing to eliminate pathogens and achieve a uniform texture.
Two methods are typical: high-temperature short-time (HTST) at around 82 °C for 25 seconds, or low-temperature long-time at 65 °C for 30 minutes. The mix then passes through a homogenizer and an ageing tank before being processed into ice cream in a continuous or batch freezer. Mix pasteurizers are part of our .
Sell your ice cream machine to us – buy-back service
Modernising your ice cream production, closing a site, or do you have a working industrial ice cream machine you no longer need? Behälter KG buys used ice cream machines, pasteurizers, freezers and complete ice cream production lines directly from you – straightforward, fairly valued and with fast handling.
On request we take care of the complete dismantling, removal and transport on site. For complete production lines we also offer compliant resource recovery including documentation.
Our company has been sourcing brand-new vessels from Behälter KG in Bremen for many years. The product quality, price level and the very large in-stock selection of vessels continue to impress us time and again. We look forward to many more years of business together, especially the upcoming major project!