Melting & Production Holding
Standard PRIMO
Use for compatible fats, waxes and process materials that primarily need melting or batch heating.
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Animal Protein and Seafood Equipment
Waterless PRIMO USA stainless steel melting tanks, heated transfer and heated filling for Animal Protein and Seafood production. Built in the USA, BBB A+ rated, with direct factory support.
- BBB A+ rated
- Built in Ronkonkoma, NY
- 1-year electrical, 3-year metal parts warranty
- Trusted by NASA and Fortune 500s
Typical Starting Point
- Melt: PRIMO from $1,395, usually ships within 3 to 5 days (25 to 250 lb)
- Hold: Thermal Conditioning from $1,645
- Move: EZ-T heated transfer from $2,995
Heating options usually ship within 7 days.
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Equipment for Animal Protein, Poultry & Seafood Processing
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- Performance GuaranteeWaxMelters guarantees the best performance and the highest-quality construction.
- Fast Lead TimesMost PRIMO tank sizes, AutoShot, EZ-1 and transfer systems usually ship within 3 to 5 days.
- Fast, Efficient MeltingPRIMO melting tanks deliver 2-3x faster melting using half the electricity.
- Built in Ronkonkoma, NYDesigned, built, tested and supported by the factory team since 1999.
- BBB A+ RatedBetter Business Bureau A+ rating. View our BBB profile.
The Challenge
What Animal Protein and Seafood Production Demands
Baths and process fluids for meat, poultry, seafood and fats must recover temperature between loads and stay cleanable.
The WaxMelters Solution
Waterless PRIMO Heating, Sized to the Batch
PRIMO USA stainless steel tanks are the world's fastest, even-heating, most energy efficient melting tanks: 2-3x faster melting using half the electricity, with digital temperature control and no water jacket to maintain. Add Thermal Conditioning for a stable hold, EZ-T heated transfer to feed the line, and heated filling where product goes into containers.
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Equipment Picks for Animal Protein and Seafood
Thermal Conditioning Tanks
Stable viscosity and extended heated holding with digital control. From $1,645. Heating option: usually ships within 7 days.
Buy NowHeated Holding and Dispensing Tanks
Hold liquid material at temperature and dispense it. From $1,995. Usually ships within 3 to 5 days.
Buy NowStandard PRIMO Melters
Melt solid feedstock in 25 to 60000 lb stainless steel tanks from $1,395. Most PRIMO tank sizes usually ship within 3 to 5 days.
Buy NowEZ-T Heated Transfer
Move heated material from the tank to the line. From $2,995. Usually ships within 3 to 5 days.
Buy NowFree Tools
Free Tools: Find Your Right Setup in Minutes
Size, price and compare equipment for Animal Protein and Seafood production on your own time. No sign-up to start; get your full results by email at the end.
- 1Animal Protein and Seafood Price EstimatorTell us your animal protein and seafood material and batch size. Get a fast price estimate for a PRIMO sized to your process in about 3 minutes, with an Order Now button right on your result.
- 2Find My TankPick industry, material, batch size and voltage. Get a priced PRIMO plus a growth-fit size, ready to buy.
- 3Compare PRIMO SizesCapacity, power, size, temperature range, price and ship time for every PRIMO in one table.
- 4PRIMO Savings CalculatorFloor space, energy and labor a PRIMO saves over your pots and old tanks, and your payback in months.
- 5Custom Tank WizardNeed a size or shape we do not list? Configure your custom tank in four quick steps.
- 6Cost of Waiting CalculatorSee what every week without a PRIMO costs you, from your own numbers.
- 7Production & Profit CalculatorUnits per batch and per day for every PRIMO, and the sales revenue it supports.
- 8Production Efficiency Self-AssessmentFind out whether melting, recovery, handling, filling, cleanup or floor space is limiting your production.
Newsletter
Animal Protein and Seafood Production Tips and Industry Updates
Sizing advice, melt-rate tips and new equipment notes for production teams. Once or twice a month.
Lead Times
Ship Times and Starting Prices
| Size Range | Capacity | Starting Price | Lead Time | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 25 to 250 lb | From $1,395 | Usually ships within 3 to 5 days | Buy Now |
| Medium | 350 to 1000 lb | From $3,495 | Usually ships within 7 days | Buy Now |
| Large | 1500 to 7500 lb | From $9,750 | Usually ships within 7 days | Buy Now |
| Extra Large | 10000 to 60000 lb | From $38,500 | Usually ships within 7 days | Request a Quote |
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment do Animal Protein and Seafood manufacturers use?
Most start with a PRIMO stainless steel melting tank sized to the largest batch, add Thermal Conditioning when the material needs a stable hold, and add EZ-T heated transfer or heated filling to feed the line.
How fast does the equipment ship?
Most PRIMO tank sizes, EZ-1, AutoShot and transfer systems usually ship within 3 to 5 days. PRIMO 350 to 1000 usually ship within 7 days, and QUATTRO and OCTO usually ship within 7 to 21 days.
Can I get an application review before I buy?
Yes. Send your material, batch size, operating temperature and voltage, and the factory team will confirm sizing, options and freight with a formal quote. A mutual NDA is available.
Proof
Trusted by Manufacturers Since 1999
- 1999Building Equipment Since
- 40+Industries Served
- A+BBB Rating
- 3 to 5 DaysShip Time on Most PRIMO Sizes
“NASA/MSFC has the requirement for a Wax Melter, Pump and Transfer System with custom upgrades and has accepted WaxMelters equipment based on technical acceptability, schedule and price.”
“These pieces of equipment are critical to our current project. We are now buying an additional PRIMO wax melter and dispensing system.”
“Our production is at least doubled. The equipment is easy to set up, extremely easy to use, and has worked great.”
Get a Quote for Your Animal Protein and Seafood Process
Send your material, batch size and voltage. The factory team confirms sizing, options and freight.
Industrial heated immersion, thermal conditioning, circulation, heated holding and transfer systems for meat, poultry, seafood, fish oil, animal fats, protein byproducts and related production processes.
What the Equipment Must Do
Select the tank and downstream equipment around the material, operating temperature, working volume, hold time and production cadence, not the industry name alone.
Thermal Load
Account for cold product mass, incoming temperature and heat removed from the bath or process fluid.
Recovery Time
Determine how quickly the system must return to operating temperature between loads.
Sanitation
Specify cleanability, stainless construction, drains and washdown-related requirements for the facility.
Circulation and Filtration
Plan movement and removal of fats, foam, solids or other process residues.
Which PRIMO System Fits This Process?
Recommended starting point: PRIMO Rapid-Cycle. For repeated heated-immersion or thermal-treatment cycles in animal protein, poultry and seafood processing, PRIMO Rapid-Cycle is often the most relevant PRIMO family because cold product loads can create substantial temperature drop and recovery demand. Thermal Conditioning is better for fish oils, animal fats and ingredients that must remain at stable temperature. Standard PRIMO fits straightforward melting or heating of compatible fats, waxes and process materials.
Controlled Heating & Extended Holding
PRIMO Thermal Conditioning
Best for fish oils, animal fats and temperature-sensitive liquid ingredients requiring stable heated holding and transfer.
View Thermal Conditioning Systems →
Recovery Speed & Production Throughput
PRIMO Rapid-Cycle
Primary choice for repeated immersion or batch cycles where each cold load creates a recovery requirement.
View Rapid-Cycle Melters →Typical Thermal-Process Workflow
- 01
Calculate the heat load from product mass and incoming temperature.
- 02
Select recovery capacity around cycle time, not gallons alone.
- 03
Configure circulation, filtration, draining and sanitary features around the process.
Related Equipment & Process Guides
Have WaxMelters Review the Application
Send the material, starting and target temperatures, working volume, hold time, batch frequency, downstream process and available electrical service. For regulated or sanitary processes, also include required surface finish, fittings, cleaning method and facility standards.
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