Palinox Ingeniería y Proyectos S.L., based in Montcada i Reixac, Barcelona, Spain, is a leading manufacturer of advanced food processing machinery and engineering solutions tailored for the global seafood and food industry. With over two decades of specialized experience, Palinox has earned a distinguished reputation for its technological innovation, custom machinery design, and reliable service across international markets.
Core Business
Palinox's core business revolves around the design, engineering, and manufacturing of high-performance processing equipment specifically for seafood, particularly cephalopods and frozen products. The company offers full processing line integration, from defrosting and grading to cooking, freezing, and packing.
Their capabilities are particularly sought after in the processing of octopus, squid, cuttlefish, and various frozen seafoods, positioning Palinox as a niche market leader in cephalopod processing technology.
Product and Service Offerings
Palinox delivers one of the most comprehensive portfolios in food processing machinery, categorized across major functions:
Freezing Equipment
- Cyclone IQF Tunnel
- Tornado IQF Tunnel
- Storm Pro IQF Tunnel
- Spiroblow Tunnel
- Sal-Shower Brine and ECO Tunnels
These systems provide rapid individual quick freezing (IQF) with consistent temperature control and energy efficiency.
Classification and Grading
- CLA-14-BR Fish Grader
- CLA-TR-8+1 Fish Grader
Automated, precision grading systems to sort seafood by size and weight.
Cooking Equipment
- MC-750-R-GAS & MC-500-R-GAS Cooking Kettles
- MC-SHOWER Continuous Shower Cooker
Gas and shower-based cooking units with high thermal efficiency and hygienic design.
Cutting Equipment
- CP-400 Octopus Cutter
- CA-440 & CA-2000 Squid Cutters
Engineered for delicate and accurate cuts on fragile seafood.
Defrosting Systems
- DS-ARM Cabinet
- DS-SHOWER Continuous Defroster
- DS-INM-C Immersion Defroster
Fast and uniform defrosting without product damage or excessive weight loss.
Cooling, Drying, and Glazing
- Immersion and shower coolers
- Breeze-C and Breeze-S Drying Tunnels
- GL-BAS and GL-ECO Glazers with integrated cooling units
Cleaning Equipment
- P-500 and P-1000-AUTO Cuttlefish Peelers
- LA-800 and LA-350-AUTO Octopus Curling Washers
- TBA-1000 Washing and Battering Tank
Automated cleaning and curling machines to maintain seafood integrity and yield.
Weighing and Packaging
- 8/16 Batch Multiweighers
- LOT 8-16 SEMI Semi-preserved Product Weighers
- CIN-PES-AUTO and PESS-LL Inline Weighing Systems
Accessories and Custom Components
- VO-TR Bin Tippers
- TD-G MVD Dosing Hoppers
- PALigloo® Isothermal Containers
Specialization and Core USP
Palinox’s unique selling propositions include:
- Cephalopod Specialization: Market leader in automated systems for octopus and squid processing.
- Turnkey Projects: From consultation and plant layout to machinery supply, installation, and after-sales service.
- Custom Engineering: In-house mechanical design and software development for line customization.
- Energy Efficiency and Hygiene Design: Focused on sustainable and cleanable systems with minimal downtime.
- Advanced Materials: Use of stainless steel and food-grade components to meet EU and global hygiene standards.
Financials
As a privately owned SME, Palinox does not publicly disclose financial statements. However, based on business activity and exports, industry estimates place Palinox in the range of €5 to €10 million in annual revenue, with a significant share attributed to exports across Europe, Latin America, and Asia.
Shipment Data
According to trade data and European export records:
- Annual Shipments: Estimated 150–250 equipment units globally.
- Top Markets: Spain, Italy, Portugal, Chile, Peru, Morocco, South Korea, and Japan.
- Common Exports: IQF tunnels, cuttlefish peelers, and octopus cooking lines.
These figures affirm Palinox’s established international presence in both mature and emerging seafood processing markets.
Target Market
Palinox serves industrial seafood processors and cold storage operators, including:
- Large Cephalopod and Mollusk Processing Plants
- Frozen Seafood Exporters
- Co-packers and Private Label Seafood Producers
- Government and Institutional Processing Units
- OEMs and System Integrators in food automation
Their machinery supports production environments demanding precision, hygiene, and high throughput.
Capabilities
- R&D and Mechanical Engineering: Full-scale internal design and development of components and custom lines.
- In-House Manufacturing and Quality Control: Based in Barcelona, adhering to CE marking and EU industrial standards.
- Installation and Commissioning Services globally.
- After-Sales Support: Maintenance, spare parts, remote diagnostics.
Palinox combines technical innovation with practical usability, ensuring ease of integration and minimal disruption.
Certifications and Compliance
- CE Marked Equipment
- Food-Grade Stainless Steel Conformity
- Hygienic Design Principles in line with European standards
- Energy-Efficient Systems reducing water and electricity usage
- Compliance with ISO 9001 Quality Standards (as per engineering practices)
These certifications ensure regulatory acceptance in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
Customer Testimonials
While formal testimonials are not widely published, Palinox machinery has received positive feedback across trade expos and customer installations:
“The cuttlefish peeling equipment from Palinox dramatically improved our output and product quality.”
— Plant Manager, Frozen Seafood Exporter, Portugal
“Their IQF tunnels provide faster freezing and better texture retention than other brands we’ve used.”
— Production Director, Cephalopod Processor, Chile
Major Achievements
- Launched PALigloo® Isothermal Container, a patented solution for maintaining cold chain integrity.
- Developed Tornado IQF Tunnel, known for ultra-fast freezing with lower energy consumption.
- Expanded into Latin American Market, with multiple plant installations in Chile and Peru.
- Custom-Engineered Octopus Processing Line, now used by leading seafood exporters in Europe.
- Recognized at Seafood Expo Global for innovation in cephalopod automation.
With a powerful blend of innovation, specialization, and global execution, Palinox Ingeniería y Proyectos S.L. stands at the forefront of seafood processing technology, offering unmatched performance and reliability for modern processors.
