A factory for a new generation
We are very excited to introduce our new purpose-built facility, including the new factory, cold storage, and office space that was completed in September 2022.
At Subzero, we take our responsibility for the environment seriously. That’s why we designed the new facility with the goal of reducing the carbon footprint for ourselves and our customers by utilising the newest technologies.
Our Factory
Our 15,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art processing factory contains our four main production lines. Two SubShape forming lines, a bandsaw portioning line, and our dedicated service line, all with in-line packing facilities. With two independent SubShape forming lines, we’re able to operate two parallel or totally separate production lines simultaneously.
The flexibility of our operation across all lines enables us to meet the high volume demands of our customers that supply major retailers, while also being able to accommodate shorter one-pallet production runs.
Pressing & Shaping
Department
We operate two separate pressing lines incorporating three individual shape forming presses, each line with its own dedicated packing station. This gives us the ability to be running two separate product lines at the same time and we always have an operational backup line.
We are constantly upgrading and improving our unique pressing systems to give our customers the best shapes and yields. Because of our flexible tooling options we can run long or short production runs of any fish portions with volumes as small as a single pallet up to multi tonne weekly production levels.
Band Saw Line
Here at Subzero we are very proud of our Band Saw Team as we have one of the best levels of skill and experience of any company in Grimsby. Not only do we have the skill levels required to meet accurate specifications we have the flexibility to handle short and long runs. Whether its cutting bricks for our pressing system or producing finished product for our ready meal customers, we always strive to achieve accuracy alongside efficiency.
All our band saw operatives are subject to the same levels of technical support and guidance as our pressing lines to achieve the best yields for our customers
Cold Storage
Facilities
Our new on-site cold store holds double the holding capacity of our previous facility (>200 Tonnes), allowing us to reduce the costs of transport and storage for all our customers.
We also have access to the largest coldstore capacity in Europe right here in Grimsby.
Packing Options
Our standard offerings for packaging are 10lb, 5kg, 10kg cases or Palletainers (all made from recycled cardboard and remain 100% recyclable). Other bespoke options are available on request.
Sustainable options such as multi-use plastic containers (10kg) are also available in collaboration.
Staff Facilities
Our staff means everything to us at Subzero.
The new staff facilities were designed to enhance the working experience for all our employees.
Technical, Traceability & Yield Management
Our experienced technical team manages the rigorous processes that QA and QC use to ensure food safety across the entirety of our operation.
Complete traceability of products from boat to box is ensured by employing our thorough, systematic approach to product control.
To achieve yield management, we take a multidisciplinary approach. Our effective processes, which include knowledgeable line leaders, strict raw material intake inspections, and in-production quality control, collectively guarantee that our customers receive outstanding yields and excellent portion control.
British Retail Consortium – Global Standard for Food Safety Grade AA
As of January 2025
Reducing our carbon footprint
By incorporating many of the latest energy-saving technologies, we’ve been able to reduce the carbon footprint of ourselves and our customers.
Committed to Investing in the future
The new factory has provided the foundation for us to continue investing in and developing our production facilities so that we can continue to increase our production volume while continuing to give our customers the highest level of service possible.
Approved by major retailers
Our factory and processes have been vetted and approved by major UK retailers, on route to secondary supply from our customers.