The Start of a New Technological Era
A Single Solution to Reduce Manpower, Boost Quality, and Enhance Performance
Innovating the Future of Fish Processing
JUST THE BEGINNING
First operational UNO in the world
Kambur ehf. in Hafnarfjordur is the first Icelandic fish processing company to implement the UNO fish processing machine from Vélfag, and the results have been positive since its installation in Q4 2024, according to Hólmar Hinriksson, Operations and Production Manager at Kambur. Development contracts for the first machine were signed at the Fisheries Conference in November 2023 between Brim hf., Fiskvinnslan Kambur, and Vélfag.
UNO is essentially three machines in one and will offer four operational functions in 2025. Currently, it processes gutted fish, fillets, removes pin bones and skin, and in the next phase, it will also head the fish. The machine produces fillets ready for trimming, along with by-products, and replaces several traditional tasks in fish processing.
"This is the future for the Icelandic fishing industry: automation that reduces the number of human hands while increasing quality, speed, and performance. We are extremely pleased with this agreement and proud to be the first Icelandic company to implement this technology, thereby supporting technological progress in the fishing industry”
Hólmar Jóhann Hinriksson – director of the Kambur processing plant
The future is here
Gutted whole fish go in at one end and skinless, bonless fillets emerge at the other
Technical data
Fish Species
Cod, haddock, saithe (pollock), ling, tusk and similar species
Working Range
20-95 cm
Throughput
Up to 45 fish /min – 90 fillets / min
Operation
1 person
Cutting Speed
Adjustable settings on the fly
Water Consumption
Approx 35 L / min total combined
Water Supply Connection
¾ bsp for machine and ½ bsp for water pump
Water Supply
Minimum 3 bar pressure for both machine and pump
Water Pressure
Working pressure approx. 2500 bar (water pump capable of up to 6000 bar)
Air Supply
10mm connection on machine and quick release coupling on pump
Power Consumption
47 kW
Voltage
400-440V
Current Requirement
32A for machine and 80A for pump
Weight
Approx 3935kg total – Machine 3000kg and pump 935kg
Quality of Material
316 Stainless steel.
POM plastics. Antibacterial DuPontTM Corian® for stationary surfaces.
The primary benefit of the UNO machine are
- Replaces up to 5 machines with 1
- Reduces employees by up to 5 workers
- Reduces costs for maintenance and cleaning by at least 3 times
- Reduces production space by at least 3 times
- Reduces the length of conveyors
- Increases product shelf life
- Reduces water consumption by at least 2 times
- Reduces energy consumption by at least 2 times
UNO estimated processing yield based on initial trials:
Velfag’s UNO Machinery Powers the Award-Winning ECOFIVE Trawler
We’re proud to see Velfag’s innovative UNO machinery take center stage in one of the most groundbreaking vessels in the fishing industry. On June 6, 2023, the ECOFIVE factory trawler, developed in collaboration with Bluewild, Ulstein Design & Solutions AS, and Westcon, was awarded Ship of the Year 2023. This honor is a testament to the cutting-edge technology and sustainability embedded in the vessel—technology that is driven by Velfag’s advanced UNO machinery.
UNO Machinery: The Heart of the ECOFIVE’s Processing Efficiency
At the heart of this remarkable vessel are two Velfag’s UNO machinery lines, which is designed to perform multiple key processing functions within a single system. These include heading, filleting, pinbone removal, and skinning, allowing the ECOFIVE to maximize both sustainability and production efficiency. The integration of these processes into one compact, efficient system is a major achievement in the industry and sets the ECOFIVE apart as a trailblazer in sustainable fishing.
Benefits of UNO - One solution
High-Quality Product
The production of high-quality products and by-products, with an extended shelf life due to minimal handling and shorter processing time.
Low Cost of Ownership
Lower production costs through reduced water and energy usage, smaller facility requirements, and decreased maintenance and cleaning needs.
Social Responsibility
The opportunity to process fish in smaller production units, closer to the source of the raw material, within local communities. This reduces transportation needs and lowers the carbon footprint.
Lower maintenance and operational cost
One machine instead of many—reducing overhead, minimizing assembly lines, and lowering spare parts inventory. Fewer people are needed for production, leading to significant cost savings.
Environmentally Friendly Production
Production is environmentally friendly due to reduced water and energy consumption and lower maintenance and cleaning needs. Additionally, a smaller carbon footprint is achieved through less transportation.
Optimized for Space Efficiency
UNO’s compact design maximizes available floor space, eliminating the need for multiple machines and optimizing facility layout for more streamlined operations.