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Ice Technology Center inside our factory

Every great ice cream innovation begins with a question: "What if?"

Our Ice Technology Center at our headquarters in Kolding, Denmark, was designed to answer that question by providing a fully equipped, modern laboratory for your brand’s evolution. Here, we help you bridge the gap between imagination and industrial reality, allowing you to experiment with complex ingredients and advanced textures to accelerate your path to market with absolute confidence.

Bringing your ideas to life.

Since opening in 2021, the Ice Technology Center (ITC) has become a hub for innovation - welcoming a broad range of customers, conducting numerous tests, and exploring the endless possibilities in the ice cream industry.

With over 30 successful test runs, the center is quickly becoming known for its collaborative, results-driven approach. It empowers our customers to stay ahead of trends while giving us real-world insight to continually refine our equipment and services.

By using our center’s full suite of mix tanks, freezers, filling stations, and workspace, you gain speed, precision, and support in one place. Your R&D stays agile, your launches stay ahead, and your brand stays relevant.

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What can you do here?

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Test emerging flavor and ingredient concepts

Experiment with textures and novel shapes

Prototype customized filling nozzles

Validate packaging innovations in a real production environment

Ensure scale-up reliability and performance in production-equivalent conditions

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Why testing with us?

Cost Effectiveness

Testing at the Ice Technology Center is up to 70-80% more cost-effective than running trials in your own production line - avoiding shutdowns, minimizing waste, and reducing the risk of costly mistakes.

Latest Innovation

You can access cutting-edge ice cream production equipment and techniques.

Expert Support

Our team of technicians and engineers guides you through every step and shares insights.

Collaborative Innovation

Working in a creative environment alongside industry experts often sparks new product ideas and breakthroughs.

Explore the equipment you can test with

Test your ideas on:
Mixers
– Blend ingredients with precision
Freezers – Control texture and overrun
Extruders – Shape products with accuracy
Stick Inserters – Ensure consistent placement
Filling Machinery – Create layered or filled products
Packaging Equipment – Trial sustainable and new formats

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Gram Equipment @ SMART Solutions

Data-driven solutions that secure your line efficiency and significantly boost your production potential.

Significant waste reductions thanks to automated line adjustments and advanced monitoring technology.

More than 1,600 data points are constantly analyzing and evaluating your line performance, providing proactive maintenance and implementing optimal settings across your line.

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Get tailored solutions for your production needs.

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Discover how we drive efficiency and sustainability.

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