Refrigeration Magazine July 2014 Issue

JULY 2014

Mike Mastro, (back row, second from left) and his team, engineered and completed this incredible U.S. flag from 150 blocks of ice. This project, envisioned by one of Mastro Ice’s customers, is detailed on page 6.

ALSO INSIDE: Fresh blood, capital expenditures, engineering insights and much more

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EDITORIAL STAFF

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ON THE COVER

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PRESIDENTIAL GERMS AS DANGEROUS AS US COMMON FOLKS

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GREAT BOSSES (OR NOT)

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TRUCK SAFETY CRITICAL THIS SEASON

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CONVENTION CALENDAR

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IPIA UNVEILS SEAL OF APPROVAL

A clean, clear, pure tribute to war veterans in celebration of our Independence Day

Good boss traits

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CAPITAL EXPENDITURE IN PACKAGED ICE

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SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT

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WHY ELECTRONIC CONTROLS ARE BETTER

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AMAZING NEW IMAGES FROM 1922

Truck safety checklist

2014 & 2015

Interviews with Doug Carpenter of AIS (p. 14), Gary Jerow at Modern Ice (p. 18) and Joe DeTuba at JMC Machinery (p. 19) about market conditions

Mark Edmonds at Leer, Inc.

By Brian Dallman, Polar Temp Ice Merchandising

By John Woodward

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“You have to love a nation that celebrates its independence every July 4, not with a parade of guns, tanks, and soldiers who file by the White House in a show of strength and muscle, but with family picnics where kids throw Frisbees, the potato salad gets iffy, and the flies die from happiness. You may think you have overeaten, but it is patriotism.” – Erma Bombeck Today is my favorite holiday. The Fourth of July, Independence Day, our Nation’s Birthday. It’s better than Christmas in many ways. It’s strictly celebrating independence. No pressure to overperform, over-purchase or over-accommodate. It’s time with my family and a sense of well being that resonates for awhile after that last firework sizzles for good into the black summer sky.

Independence for the ice guy, and the folks who support him/her, does come at a price, and I appreciate that and empathize with it. So here I sit working, but by choice, and because I have a job that I love which requires my time and attention, thank God. Just like you. The rewards are immeasurable, and although not all of us are getting rich, I can honestly say that I am wealthy in all things that money cannot buy.

Today I salute our nation, and the ice guy, who is out there delivering his/her hard earned product, and watching the crowds enjoy a GORGEOUS 4th of July so far (weather map shows a pretty happy U.S. today in most parts!). One of my good friends in the ice biz says he fights resentment this time every year, as he drives against traffic taking another delivery, and passes cars full of families hauling their leisure time to the beaches, the lakes, the parks and the pools.

Just as our cover depicts, there’s a lot to be proud of. Not just for us as U.S. citizens, but for our industry. We’ve weathered many storms and many changes, and we remain an interesting, independent segment of free market. I am very grateful to be a part of what you do.

This issue is packed with outstanding articles. Thank you for keeping this industry one that never runs dry as far as topics go.

Coming up in late October is the Grand Event in Orlando, Florida. All the regionals and the IPIA are coming together for one fantastic event. It will be a trail blazing opportunity to be among a full throng of suppliers and ice manufacturers, sharing and learning from an endless stream of meetings, events and social opportunities, and to take a wealth of leads and information back to your office. It’s what we need as an industry, and I am excited to be going. For more information, or to register for the event (you need to!) contact jane@ packagedice.org, or call IPIA at 800-742-0627.

Happy Sales, 2014 !

Mary Yopp Cronley Editor, Refrigeration Magazine

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"Just as our cover depicts, there’s a lot to be proud of.

Not just for us as U.S. citizens, but for our industry. We’ve weathered many storms and many changes, and we remain an interesting, independent segment of free market."

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On the cover

On the Cover Front Row (l to r): Nat Mastro, Joe Mastro, Scott Schumucker, and Albert Pugleise Back Row (l to r): Randy Ruppert, Mike Mastro, Ric Panzera, Randy Mitchell and Jerry Mullen Contributors to the ice sculpture not pictured: Lenny Verosky, Steve Eschrick, Jeff Kasior, Tim Chessey, Duane Russin, Denny Wisneski and a few unnamed that floated in and out throughout the evening.

A clean, clear, pure tribute to war veterans in celebration of our Independence Day As told by Mike Mastro of Mastro Ice

This 150 block ice flag was a collaboration of ice carvers, chefs and a few other hard working individuals that wanted to bring one man’s idea of honoring our veterans and their families to Pennsylvania. Thousands of people gathered together for this event in downtown Pittsburgh’s Point State Park, located on the former grounds of the of Fort Duquesne, a French Fort established in the 1700’s, for a parade, lunch and family activities.

The location for this sculpture was designed and built in a pedestrian reflection pool underneath the Fort Pitt Bridge. It has a large walkway that runs through the center allowing for views of the water from both sides. It was an ideal site for the construction of the flag because as it melted, which it did on that 90°+ June day, the water from the ice flowed straight into the pool. A special 2" x 12” sub base was built and covered with ¾” plywood to support this 30,000 lb. sculpture with a ramp that led to dry ground where our refrigerated trailer was parked.

It took 20 men eight hours to build the flag. The group started assembling the scaffolding, cutting, leveling, fusing each block and carving the individual carvings at midnight. Just as the sun rose at dawn later that morning, this magnificent symbol of freedom, sacrifice and determination was complete. It lasted most of the day and began to deteriorate rapidly at around 4pm as the event was winding down.

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Industry news

»» Presidential Germs As Dangerous As Us Common Folks’!

President Obama has been accused of political ‘overreach’ after a photograph of him leaning over the glass ‘sneezeguard’ barrier at Chipotle in Washington, D.C. on Monday, June 23rd, was shared on Twitter.

President Obama stopped into the fast food burrito chain to treat four working parents to lunch ahead of his speech at the White House Summit on Working Families in which he condemned the United States for being the only developed country without paid maternity leave.

But when the incriminating image was posted by White House photographer Pete Souza late Monday night, the President’s stance on family support was off the menu, and he immediately became the butt of jokes and criticism about his lackluster hygiene.

The ice industry has many of the same health and safety issues that the restaurant industry has - hands on the product - and even the President needs a reminder to practice healthy hygiene around food.

Read more: www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2666126

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Management tips

Great

Bosses (or not)...

Michael Scott or Captain Kirk aside,

here are some good boss traits

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ou hold yourself and others accountable. Being the first one to take responsibility takes guts and humility.

It’s not seen too often anymore and that’s a shame.

You’re not full of surprises. Do what you say you’re going to do, and don’t leave your team in the dark. Don’t shift gears without letting them in on it. Not knowing what’s going on is a disjointed and alienating feeling for your staff.

You Fix Things. In THIS industry in particular, that is almost a necessity. It’s too dangerous to not keep repaired and functioning at close to top level. It’s good when your crew sees you getting your hands dirty, too. This goes for business problems as well.

You have a feel for the business. You’ve been around long enough to go with your gut. That is invaluable.

You get the job done. In this business, there’s not much time to spare. Keeping tight time tables is critical to all of the players’ success.

You manage up and sideways effectively. Lots of managers are good at what they do, but put them in an organization of any size and they flop. More often than not, that’s because they’re good technicians who just want to put their heads down, get things done, and go home. The best managers know how to communicate and work effectively with their bosses and peers, how to give them what they need to be successful and get the same in return.

You’re an awesome decisionmaker. More than anything, management is about decision-

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Michael Scott from the TV show, The Office, considered himself “World’s Best Boss”

making. That’s where the rubber meets the road. The most effective way I know to do that is to ask the right people the right questions, listen to what they tell you, then trust your gut and make the call. If you’re right a lot more than you’re wrong, you’re in good shape.

You’re effective, not productive. We live and work in a fastpaced, ever-changing, highly competitive world. Maybe there was a time when process and productivity ruled, but these days, management needs to be flexible and adaptive. Sure, you’ve got to prioritize, but once you figure out what needs to be done, it’s generally more important to be effective than to squeeze every last iota of productivity out of yourself and your people.

You live for your job. The big management fads these days are employment engagement and emotional connection.

It should be the manager who is engaged and connected, more than others. If a boss lives for his job, he’ll do what it takes to keep things balanced and healthy You have a sense of humor, humility, and empathy.

Rule number one in business should be Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously. When things get tough, keep smiling and find the humor in it.

Stay grateful for the little things and it will be a lot easier to walk a mile in others’ shoes when the frustration and judgment sets in.

You most assuredly have or have seen these qualities in yourself or in others who lead you, so no surprises here. Just make sure you work to possess and keep them, and you’ll continue to be that leader and great boss that tends to make work worth showing up for.

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Truck safety

Getting your product out is as important as MAKING your product and simple maintenance issues can hinder you. To keep this from happening, here is a straightforward checklist for drivers to keep handy. It will help keep your deliveries as cool and smooth as the ice you’re delivering.

Check engine, transmission, rear differential, power steering, and wheel seals for lubricant or coolant leaks.

Check condition of belts, hoses and lines.

Check power steering for excessive play.

Check air pressure and be sure the truck is

building up air fast enough and to the proper level.

Check tread and wear condition of all tires.

Check wheels and rims for any damage or cracks.

Check brake shoes and drums for excessive wear or cracks.

Check front axle and rear suspension.

Drain air tanks. Check for excessive moisture.

Check for frayed wiring and battery conditions.

Be sure all lights are operational.

Be sure the city and air horns are working.

Check wipers and washer fluid.

Check windshield and mirrors for visibility and cracks.

Be sure you have a fire extinguisher and flares.

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From the Editor Staying safe is a number one mandate for our industry. A few of you know this about me, but I work at another job in order to gain the benefits and amazing insurance for myself and my four boys. On most weekends (yes, I work them just like you have to) I’m the person on the lift truck in the garden section at the local Home Depot. In the morning, we have a certified associate check out the status on my forklift and reach truck so that when I’m loading a contractor’s pallet of pavestone (144 pieces of wall block x 22.5 lbs. apiece) my equipment doesn’t fail. Hydraulic fluid, oil, propane and a slew of other Toyota lift truck diagnostics are examined several times a day where I work. I’m OSHA certified now, and while I am totally in my element when off loading a truck full of pallets of mulch, soil or pavestone, I also make sure I am paying constant attention to what I’m doing, who is around me, and making 100 percent sure my line of vision is never obscured or compromised.

This is the season for the forklift and the reach truck. In the rain in February is not fun. And that’s usually when the lift truck runs out of ‘gas’ and I have to change the propane tank. Other associates tend to vamoose when it’s freezing cold or 90 degrees out, but that’s ok…I’ve never minded working by myself. I only share this to say that these are the times that I have to be most careful - when I’m freezing cold, dying of heat stroke, sopping wet from the rain, and tired from my busy shift. This is when accidents are most likely to happen.

BACK IN 1929

This is how truck service was done in ‘29.

Safety is not the main priority.

I wonder how many died during repairs in those days?

So, just like you, I have to keep hydrated, try to get rest, keep the good thoughts circulating, and stay grateful that I live in a country where I can work in a meaningful field of my choice, and if I can’t pay for my own insurance, there are still good companies out there who will help me help myself in that respect.

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THE RESULTS: not good for on-premises retail store and self-serve vending machineproduced packaged ice A summary of theRunning retail stores andhead self-serve vending machines testing:

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13.6% contained one of the two potent contaminants E. Coli* and enterococci.

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71% contained heterotrophs – indicators of bacterial growth

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38% fell outside the acceptable range for PH in the chemical analysis.

n 37.2% contained anOver unsatisfactory THE RESULTS: not good for on-premises THE TAKE AWAY: 37% of alllevel of coliforms – significant enough to indicate retail store and self-serve vending machinesamples showed unsatisfactory levels of Editor’s Note: At last year’s IPIA convention in Bonita Springs, Dr. Mark Harrison, Professor of Foodproblems.

Science at University of sanitation produced packaged ice coliform contamination.

Georgia, presented his opinion and experience into the microbiological quality of packaged ice. His work included the n 6.4% contained an unsatisfactory level summary of the retail stores and self-serve the Retail ice startling and organisms found in on-premiseAretail ice and vending machine ice. As expected, theFor results wereproduced and still are, of heterotrophs – may indicate improper vending machines testing: alarming. As a continued effort, the IPIA has worked toward educating the public onnthe hazards of these types of ‘food personnel 43% of all hygienic samples manufactured on-site at practices of the workers products’ and have unveiled an new consumer resource on packaged ice at www.safeice.org.

13.6% contained one of the two retail locations exceeded the recommended n 1 sample contained Salmonella – a deadly potent contaminants E. Coli* and limits of total coliforms, with the majority bacteria seen recently in many food-borne enterococci. from convenience stores.to be Jane McEwen, IPIA Executive Director stated, “Safeice.org is the number one site on the web for consumers outbreaks. educated about packaged ice.” n 71% contained heterotrophs – indicators of n 17.5% indicated the presence of enterococci. n 1 sample contained Enterobacter bacterial growth n agglomerans The E. Coli samples from thevending retail – from came a self-service n 38% fell outside the acceptable range for PH category. machine in the chemical analysis.

THE RESULTS: THE TAKE AWAY: n The Salmonella sample also came from a Failure Rate: Retail vs. Vending vs. IPIA Not good for on-premises retail n store 37.2% contained an unsatisfactory level of retail outlet.

Over 37% of all samples showed significant enough to of indicate and self-serve vending machine-coliforms –unsatisfactory Percentage of Failed Results Based on Acceptable Limits levels coliform Self-Serve Vending Machines sanitation contamination. problems. produced packaged ice. n 40 28.7% of all samples bought from n 6.4% contained an unsatisfactory level 35 vending machine locations exceeded the of heterotrophs – may indicate improper 30 A summary of the retail stores and For the retail-produced ice recommended limits of total coliforms.

25 personnel hygienic practices of the workers self-serve vending machines testing: Retail n 20 5.9% indicated the presence of enterococci.

Vending n 1 sample contained a deadly • 43% of Salmonella all samples– manufactured 15 IPIA bacteria seen recently in many food-borne 10 • 13.6% contained one of the two on-site at retail locations exceeded The5 study found that no samples taken outbreaks. the recommended limits of total potent contaminants

E. Coli* and enterococci.

1 sample contained Enterobacter coliforms, with the majority from agglomeransconvenience – from a self-service stores.vending • 71% contained heterotrophs – machine n

indicators of bacterial growth.

0 from IPIA had negative E. Colifacilities Enterococci Coliform findings.

• 17.5% indicated the presence of

enterococci.

Retail vs. Vending vs. IPIA • 38% fell outside the acceptableFailure Rate: Based on Acceptable Limits range for PH in the chemical Percentage of Failed • TheResults E. Coli samples came from the analysis. retail category.

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• 37.2% contained an unsatisfactory 30 level of coliforms – significant 25 enough to indicate sanitation 20 15 problems.

10 5 unsatisfactory 0

• 6.4% contained an level of heterotrophs – may indicate improper personnel hygienic practices of the workers.

• 1 sample contained Salmonella – a deadly bacteria seen recently in many food-borne outbreaks.

• The Salmonella sample also came from a retail outlet.

Retail Vending IPIA

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28.7% of all samples Enterococci Coliform bought from vending machine locations exceeded the recommended limits of total coliforms.

• 5.9% indicated the presence of enterococci.

More Bad News for Consumers Unsatisfactory Coliform Levels for Vendors/Retailers

Acceptable levels of coliforms 62.8%

Unacceptable levels of coliforms 37.2% Unacceptable levels of coliforms Acceptable levels of coliforms

The study found that samples taken from IPIA facilities had no negative findings.

• 1 sample contained Enterobacter agglomerans – from a self-service vending machine.

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From the cover

Capital Expenditure in Packaged Ice REFRIGERATION magazine does periodic surveys of market conditions in an effort to gauge how well our readers are doing. Last year, we found that a huge part of the country – from Maine down to Florida – experienced a rainy early summer, including the July 4 Independence Day holiday. For many, they felt as though they had lost a large sales opportunity, a serious blow to their budgets, their personnel and their companies.

We went to suppliers with a few simple questions about whether this poor season affected the way ice producers made financial decisions in the off season. We asked whether last year’s poor season has affected capital expenditure in the current year? Second, if companies did decide to hold off on capital spending, are there any areas of maintenance or improvement that some companies see as “must do?” Last, is there a correlation between an improvement in the lending climate and plant expenditure?

Doug Carpenter of Automatic Ice Systems in his office in St. Louis, Missouri

industries in food production, and where we can be if we are willing to consider change.

One season’s weather, says Doug, shouldn’t be a factor in a company’s capital expenditure plans. “If opportunities for market growth are found, it is important to exploit these opportunities no matter what the sales were the year before.

We asked a group of major suppliers these same questions, and their discussions led to some real insight into how producers are planning their businesses. We got our questions answered, but we ended up learning a lot more about our industry and how its players will grow in the future.

Opportunities rarely wait for you to have money in the bank.

D

East coast producers had a poor year, it’s a big country. “We

If productivity is down, and operating expenses are up, investing in operating systems is a must.” As for AIS, “We’ve stayed 100% busy on projects for two decades. There are always companies that are investing.” Even though many

oug Carpenter, Partner and Vice President of

had an extraordinarily good year on the West coast, and

Sales and Marketing at Automatic Ice Systems,

most of our attention goes to where the weather is. Whereas

doesn’t look at the packaged ice industry the

we saw a decrease in capital expenditure on the East coast,

way that a lot of producers do. He was brought up in

we see an increase on the West coast.”

the industry, as the second generation owner at AIS, but he has been able to take a hard look at production

Capital decisions, Doug says, are less about whether

conventions and see room for improvement.

the season was good and more about management philosophy. “You almost have to break it down to new

We asked Doug the same questions about capital

companies vs. old companies, how long they’ve been in

spending in the current year as we did other companies,

business. The longer they’ve been in business, the more likely

but in the end we had a long conversation about how

they are to hold off on capital expenditure after a bad year.

the industry sees itself, where we are relative to other

Whereas newer companies aren’t really letting weather

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From the cover make their decisions for them. They’re looking at where

plant build, we look at everything from water and energy usage

are we going to be in five years, in 10 years, and they are

to putting a wrapped pallet in the storage freezer. I have clients

working a plan to achieve these goals.”

who put 300-400 pallets of ice in the freezer every day with two operators, running two shifts. We are able to accomplish such

“If opportunities for market growth are found, it is important to exploit these opportunities no matter what the sales were the year before.”

He sees a clear choice if you are forced to limit your off season investment: “We have clients of all different shapes, sizes and dynamics. A thorough, regular preventive maintenance of their equipment is necessary every year.

It’s very simple stuff, but it requires time and due diligence.

It requires working hard all winter, making sure you’re ready for every summertime opportunity. This isn’t a seasonal business. The sales are seasonal, but the most successful packaged ice companies work hard all year long and plant preventative maintenance can be a big part of the off season workload.” If there’s an area to cut, Doug says that cutting maintenance is a long term bad investment. “The

lofty goals by learning from projects in other food industries.

When we do a project for a food processing plant, a food packing plant, or another industrial application, we keep our eyes open and we ask questions. We learn from these other applications. What we are implementing in the packaged ice industry today is technology that companies like Nestle have spent millions of dollars developing. Following in the footsteps of these food factories, that’s where it’s going to go in the future.”

When considering a facility improvement, he also has a word of advice, “Don’t allow the media to guide your investment decisions. Quit listening to what people tell you the situation is, and go out and make your own future. The people who are doing that are people who are going to be our clients in 20 years.”

Mr. Carpenter may be reached at doug@automaticice.com.

people who are doing aggressive preventive maintenance are the ones who are prospering. Those who are willing to

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spend the money today to ensure less disruptions tomorrow.

Relative to this, we have seen more and more clients reach out to us for preventive maintenance service.”

While he agrees that the lending climate is better today than four or six years ago, it hasn’t affected him greatly. “I haven’t seen a big difference with our clients. Money has been tight since 2008, and lenders are very, very careful. I haven’t seen

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a big change in the money environment. What I’ve seen a change in is the clients who have been willing to create the right business plan, they’re the ones who are getting funding.

If you’re willing to make and adapt the right business plan, this industry has the ability to be profitable through investment and growth. In a way, he says, AIS is much more

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Doug sees companies who will be successful in 10 or 20 years as those who embrace the idea that we’re not just in the ice business, we’re in the frozen food business. “Our focus is fully integrated and productive facilities. The future is engineered solutions, not just equipment expansions. When we look at a

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From the cover

Prior Year Results Affect Investment, But Doesn’t Mean Plants Aren’t Improving

GARY JEROW CEO, MODERN ICE

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ary Jerow is CEO of Modern Ice, the packaged ice industry’s largest full line supplier. With a 46 year history, the company has seen the evolution of the current industry from modest roots. Jerow has been part of the industry for over 25 years and has had a big role in some of these changes.

Last year’s poor season throughout much of the country had a definite impact on plant outlook, he tells us, although it’s not all negative. “Weather in this industry has an impact on capital spending. Sometimes it changes philosophies, and people look to automation and people look to improve efficiency.” Spending in 2014, he says, is more focused on getting the maximum return on an existing plant.

“What you do is you ask yourself, ‘How do I run my business most effectively as opposed to just adding production?’” Jerow still sees companies investing in their plant despite a weak prior season. “It doesn’t necessarily mean that capital expenditure is down. It’s probably just different. In those types of years, you say ‘How do we do it better?’”

What you do is you ask yourself, ‘How do I run my business most effectively as opposed to just adding production?’...Improved efficiencies now make every package more profitable from here on out.

The future dividend, he adds, is that improved efficiencies now make every package more profitable from here on out. As conditions improve and plants are expanded later, each package produced is made with lower costs and better margins.

Bank credit has been a factor in past years, and a tight lending environment restricts a plant’s ability to grow.

This year is better, Jerow says. “Banks are more liquid.

Lenders generally want to lend the money, and the Fed is taking a little step back, relaxing lending.”

While a slow pace of projects affects every supplier, in general Modern is faring well. “Our ability to get capital is not affected. And, some of our customers are seeing better flow of money from two to three years ago. With a good track record, there is money to be had.”

Jerow sees trends in packaged ice concentrated on the product and better ways to make it and get it to market.

“It’s all about utility efficiencies,” he says, “ Whether it’s diesel fuel, or converting to CNG fuel for your trucks. You can’t control the costs so it’s all about best use.” Labor is typically a high cost in the industry, and there are ways to reduce your plant and loading costs. “You’re always evaluating your labor needs and how you control it better. There are things that are changing in plant design based on those forces that make you think differently.”

Perspective is important in times of stress. Gary Jerow has seen boom years and bad years in packaged ice, companies that grow to be huge and companies that shut their doors. His outlook is optimistic, and he likes the direction the industry is headed.

Gary Jerow is available at (800) 543-1581.

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From the cover

Johnsen Machine Company Limited Automatic Master Ice Baler

And from the packaging side of the industry

JOE DETUBA

GROUP FINANCE DIRECTOR, JOHNSEN MACHINE COMPANY LIMITED

RM JD

Have you seen any downturn in capital spending because of poor sales last year?

You are quite correct, lower capital equipment investment throughout North America last year had a lot to do with a decline in JMC’s sales. However, and thankfully, we have experienced growth in both actual sales and our outstanding quote book for the first half of this year. It would appear that the financial crisis and great recession are becoming topics of the past and capital spending intentions are beginning to increase across the entire manufacturing sector. This year we have already completed a robotic ice palletizing project and have a number of robotic quotes outstanding that are either upgrading existing plants or creating newly automated production facilities. The quotes are spread among private owner operated businesses and larger corporate entities.

RM

As companies cut back, do you see areas that are ‘must do’s’?

JD

From our perspective and based on our order book we are experiencing growth rather than witnessing a cut back scenario. A partial explanation could also be that our ice industry experienced little demand for a lot longer than other sectors, and timing could account for some of the positive sentiment. The ‘must do’s’ are to continue to focus on competitiveness and becoming more productive, such as streamlining activities, investing in new cost-saving automation technologies or maintaining investment in product development and sales and service.

RM JD

Do you see any trends in the packaged ice industry that are new or interesting?

We are seeing increasing support for “ICE IS FOOD” and the requirements to have safe packaged ice standards. JMC fully supports this trend.

Joe DeTuba is available at (800) 263-5252.

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Supplier spotlight: Mark Edmonds at Leer

REFRIGERATION Meets

MARK EDMONDS Vice President of Business Development Leer, Inc.

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Supplier spotlight: Mark Edmonds at Leer

T

his can be an insular business. Many packaged ice producers are multi-generational, a few with 100 years or more of history. People tend to know each other in the associations, and many of the industry’s suppliers have worked in a plant at some point. People bring their friends in to work with them at the plant, and as an industry this attitude tends to work out well.

Fresh blood is also good. Introducing Mark Edmonds at Leer, who has a fresh perspective with experience in other industries, experience in European commerce, and a genuinely open mind towards packaged ice as an industry. He is almost certainly the only person in the packaged ice business who has worked with a company that was honored by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second - three separate times! Such an award might seem perfectly normal to him, since he is the Queen’s subject, having been born, raised and schooled in the United Kingdom.

Refrigeration Magazine™ spoke with Mark Edmonds about his outlook for Leer and the industry.

RM ME

Tell me about your prior experience in U.S. markets and how it relates to the packaged ice industry.

I’ve worked in consumer products, industrial, and in the wine industry. I lived and worked here in the United State for seven years, until 2007. My wife is actually from Wisconsin, so there was a draw to come here. My background is in world class manufacturing and market leading products at employee owned companies, and Leer is right in my skill area.

RM

Since you bring a fresh perspective to the industry, without the lens of having grown up in the U.S. and knowing our recreational and cultural preferences, do you see opportunities that packaged ice producers are currently missing?

ME

It would be arrogant of me at this stage to say, yes, there are X, Y and Z opportunities. I’m sure there are but I’ve only been here six months so I’m still learning the industry. I’m learning the dynamics of the market, and where the pressure points are.

RM

On the same lines, do you see opportunities outside the U.S., whether in Central and South America, Europe or the Pacific, that U.S. packaged ice vendors should be looking for?

ME

I definitely see opportunity, but the infrastructure is not there. I was in the UK last summer and the weather was fabulous. I was fairly regularly buying packaged ice. But there, a full inventory is six packages.

The market for outdoor grills is booming in the UK. The market is coming, but there is nothing driving it right now.

Prices are good, £3 ($5.11) for a 3 kilo (6.6 lb) package.

Transportation is at a premium, and there are probably only three packaged ice plants in the country.

As middle classes in Brazil and Chile develop, the packaged ice markets there could grow as well.

RM ME

Has last year’s poor season affected capital expenditure this year?

It’s better this year than last. It’s driven by the capital availability in the industry, it doesn’t seem to be affected by the off year last year.

RM

While you’ve lived in the U.S. before, how much of a culture shift has relocating to Wisconsin and joining a smaller industry been for you?

ME

It’s been said that the packaged ice industry is very much like a family. I’ve enjoyed meeting some of the characters in the industry, and I look forward to meeting more at the IPIA in October. I have two children, and my wife and I are happy that they are growing up here.

Mark Edmonds may be reached at MEdmonds@leerinc.com.

Merchandiser tips

Why

Electronic Controls

Are Better

By Brian Dallman Manager, Polar Temp Ice Merchandisers

Ice merchandiser control devices such as defrost timers, thermal over loads, thermostats and relays have served the industry well over the years. However, anytime you have moving parts, they eventually wear out. Mechanical controls also have limits for end user adjustments for a specific requirement and they cannot communicate with you.

Electronic controls have become a much more reliable method of controlling refrigeration systems on ice merchandisers, with fewer moving parts, the ability to sense adverse conditions before it is too late, and then warn you.

Simple mechanical defrost timers usually have limited or no adjustment as to the interval a defrost cycle is to occur during a 24 hour period, or the duration of each cycle. The timer turns the refrigeration cycle off and the evaporator, drain pan and drain tube defrost heater on. You have a timer initiating defrost, then a mechanical defrost terminator that stops the cycle by temperature. The defrost terminator is a bi-metal disc that activates at around 50 degrees, moving back and forth between the on and off position depending on the temperature inside the merchandiser.

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activating a 15 or 20 minute cycle every 4 to 6 hours. The cycle lasts until the defrost terminator reaches the predetermined temperature, then the refrigeration cycle resumes. So between the defrost terminator and the defrost timer, there are at least four moving parts.

Mechanical thermostats also operate with moving parts. In order to be activated a temperature sensitive gas charged bellows moves contact points between the on and off positions.

User adjustment on the thermostat allows for a temperature range and differential. The mechanical thermostat control then has at least three moving parts that will eventually wear out.

If you total the moving parts that we know of in the mechanical controls mentioned above for defrost and refrigeration cycle, you will have at least seven parts, six of which move to the on and off position every refrigeration and defrost cycle. Also keep in mind that there are limited or no user-friendly adjustments that can be made exclusively for a particular freeze and defrost situation with mechanical controls.

Electronic controls perform the same functions as mechanical controls, but have a maximum of only three moving parts.

Electronic controls usually function as a thermostat, a defrost timer and a defrost terminator in one package, plus many other important features to keep your ice merchandiser operating efficiently.

With an electronic control you will find only moving contactor switches for refrigeration on and off, defrost on and off and defrost termination on and off. This accounts for a 57% reduction in moving parts compared to mechanical controls. This reduction improves reliability of the entire merchandiser electrical and refrigeration system.

Electronic controls usually have a digital display of the inside temperature of your ice merchandiser, and at a glance it lets you know that there is a power supply.

Many electronic controls, because they are smart devices, offer several additional functions. Most of these functions are pre-programmed with parameters specifically used by the merchandiser manufacturer, and saved in the controller memory so that you do not have to worry about making adjustments in the field.

Even more important is that most controllers tell you when an electrical component has failed in your ice merchandiser. In most cases the

digital display will flash a code telling you if a specific sensor is faulty. They also detect a high or low voltage power supply condition, display a code, and turn your merchandiser

Merchandiser tips

off to keep your compressor from overheating. The compressors normally have an internal thermal protector, another moving part that turns the compressor off only after the heat is too high.

Sensing the voltage of high or low failure electronically BEFORE the compressor gets hot and activates the bi-metal thermal protector also significantly extends compressor life.

Another feature often available on ice merchandiser electronic controls is a condenser temperature sensor. This feature can be activated so that if the condensing temperature rises to a level that could cause compressor failure, again the compressor turns

off. This could be very useful in high ambient temperature situations where compressor failures are prevalent.

only attach in a certain opening, and electrical connections are easily identified by number. This type of repair can easily take place without the need for a service technician. The cost of “In most cases the digital display [on an replacing a controller is usually electronic contol] will flash a code telling less than replacing all the you if a specific sensor is faulty. They also mechanical controls involved detect a high or low voltage power supply and paying the labor of a condition, display a code, and turn your technician.

merchandiser off to keep your compressor from overheating.”

And finally, replacement of electronic controls in the event of failure is as easy as removing the wires from the faulty control and plugging them into the replacement. Often sensors

In summary, electronic controls are a better choice given reliability, improved efficiency, replacement part cost effectiveness, reduced replacement part labor and peace of mind allowing you to set priorities that are more productive and profitable. Understand and know your options!

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Industry Back in the news day

Amazing New Images From 1922 John Woodward unearthed some images taken by Etta Faulding at the 1922 opening of the Puritan Ice plant in Santa Barbara. John has given us permission to display them here.

Drivers in two of the old REO Speedwagon delivery vans. Puritan, like many ice companies at the time, distributed ice cream, because the ice plant was the best place to store the inventory. Puritan distributed Hughes Ice Cream. Probably (but not certainly) TP Dalzell (left) and Leon Phillips on the loading dock. Unknown individual behind them. The construction materials in the foreground are likely indicative of a recently completed ice conveyor and platform. The trailer behind one of the delivery vehicles… Not sure, but possibly used to transport larger quantities of ice to citrus packing houses.

Puritan Ice promoted the William Howard-directed “The Thundering Herd” film by Paramount based on the Zane Grey novel in mid-1925.

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Recognize anyone? There are 53 men in the image. The man in white, to the mid-far right, probably worked for Puritan. Though this was at the height of Prohibition, many individuals appear to be cradling beverages with the reverence due a fine rum or whiskey.

I’ll admit: no idea why the hatches on the foreground PFE car are so much thicker than the others. Many of the men appear to be looking west along the tracks, perhaps watching a train approach or depart.

This is Santa Barbara 1922. Civic boosterism, Fords, suits, a couple nice hats, and beautiful white ice.

The white ice was for the rail cars.

Domestic ice was clear. Santa Barbara produced both.

Inside the Santa Barbara ice plant.

Compressors ran on the far side. Ice was created in brine tanks beneath the oak plank flooring. Note the hinges in the planks to access the ice cans. Towards the rear of the plant, you can see an ice rat pulling three ice cans from the brine tank using an overhead crane. Another ice rat looks on from the machinery floor.

This is a pretty cool image. Pacific Fruit Express, founded in 1906, built 6600 cars in their first year. The foreground car, numbered 4404, may have been an early PFE car. This Etta Faulding image also shows the original icing platform (later on, rail spurs would line up on both sides of the platform) and the ‘ice rats,’ ready to ice the cars.

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Ad Index American Ice Equipment Exchange, www.aieexchange.com............25 Classified Ads........................................................................................26 – 30 Farley's Frigeration, www.farleys-srp.com.................................................12 Ice Max, www.ice-max.com........................................................................2 Ice Systems & Supplies Inc. (ISSI), www.issionline.com................... 26 & 31

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Rates are $1.00 per word, with a minimum charge. Any blind ads, with an assigned box number c/o publisher, add $10.00. Deadline for upcoming issue is the 1st of the previous month.

Index West International, www.index-west.com......................................15 Norcan Flexible Packaging Inc., www.norcanflexible.com...................23 Polar Temp, www.polartemp.com............................................................32 Polar Temp Express, www.polartemp.com....................................... 16 – 17

For advertising and listing information, contact Mary at

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USED ICE EQUIPMENT FOR SALE (1) CF 48 SC Turbo Ice Maker “as is where is” (1) Containerized 15-20 Ton Auto Ice Rake w/ Control System (3) 40’ Insulated Containers Various screw conveyors and bagging equipment CALL SUZANNE DARDEN AT (770) 868-7791

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SNOWBLOWER FOR SALE Use it for special events.

• Shreds 300lbs blocks of ice into snow.

• MD Pneumatic Blower Model H465514 and a Lincoln Multiguard AC Motor.

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AND MUCH MORE!

If you have “discontinued” ice bags, or used equipment you would like to sell PLEASE CALL. SEE OUR USED EQUIPMENT WEB PAGE AT WWW.AIEEXCHANGE.COM. Call for surplus ice!

Polar Temp Equipment

Mike Landino - Toll free - 1-877-376-0367 E-mail (NEW ADDRESS): mlandino@polartemp.com Don’t forget to call if you have a quality piece of used equipment for sale.

FOR SALE Kasten Bin (wood), perfect condition.

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10' input auger with trough.

Matthiesen Bagger Model VL2, serial # 2433, 110 volts.

Good condition. Make offer.

Contact Doug Williams (205) 932-3700 206 6th St. SW, Fayette, AL 35555

FOR SALE For sale: 2 Hamer 125 Tiers; 2 Posipullers.

One set is brand new – never been used: $3800 Other set only tied 75,000 bags: $3500.

Contact Donald Dalton Moultrie, GA (229) 873-4999

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• V ogt Ice Maker CF40SCER 1986, 20 ton

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FOR SALE

- Matthiesen Live Bottom Bin, 8' x 20'. Only used three months.

- Kamco Bin 16 ton steel – Hamer 310, 1994.

- JMC Baler, 1990-1987 Turbo Block Press 360.

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FOR SALE Never been used, three years old

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Paid $3000 but would like $1500.

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USED EQUIPMENT FOR SALE • 2 – AIS Remanufactured Hamer 525FFS Complete with 125 Closing Head • 1 – AIS Remanufactured Hamer 310FFS Complete with 125 Closing Head • 1 – AIS Remanufactured Matthiesen Automatic Blockpress Model 10-300 • 1 – AIS Remanufactured Hamer Ring Bag Closer with Stand • 1 – Used 1994 JMC Automatic Baler Model 800TG

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An Analysis of 2013 Sales Figures SEPTEMBER The Employee Issue – What Works, What Does Not in Hiring and Retention OCTOBER Pre-IPIA Issue – Convention Speakers and Topics October 28-31, IPIA

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