Commercial flake ice machine — SHMIRACLE AZ-FIM seafood market fresh fish preservation flake ice

AZ-FIM SERIES · 5 MODELS · 200–1,000 KG/DAY

Commercial Flake Ice Machine
Manufacturer — Factory Direct

SHMIRACLE AZ-FIM commercial flake ice machines produce thin, flat flake ice in 200–1,000 kg/day — the essential ice for seafood markets, food processing lines, supermarket fresh displays and laboratory cold-chain applications. R22 refrigerant. CE & RoHS certified. OEM & wholesale factory-direct from Taizhou.

Range 200–1,000 kg/day Cooling Air / Water-Cooled Refrigerant R22 Models 5 Models

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WHY FLAKE ICE?

Thin, Flat Flake Ice — Maximum Surface Contact for Rapid Cooling

Flake ice is produced as thin, irregular flat chips — typically 2–3 mm thick — with a high surface-to-volume ratio that delivers faster, more uniform cooling than cube or nugget ice. Its flat shape moulds perfectly around product surfaces, making it the gold standard for seafood preservation, meat processing and laboratory cold-chain applications worldwide. As a dedicated flake ice machine manufacturer, SHMIRACLE offers the complete range from 200 to 1,000 kg/day.

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Thin & Flat (2–3 mm)

Ultra-thin flakes maximise surface contact — cools product faster than any other ice type

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Non-Piercing Edges

Thin soft edges don't bruise or pierce delicate seafood, meat or medical specimens

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Rapid Uniform Cooling

High surface area-to-mass ratio delivers the fastest temperature drop of any ice type

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Moulds to Product Shape

Flat flakes fill gaps and wrap around irregular shapes — ideal for whole fish and meat cuts

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Lab & Medical Grade

Used in ice-bath experiments, specimen transport and pharmaceutical cold-chain logistics

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Industrial Scale

200–1,000 kg/day production range — scales from seafood retail to large food processing factories

Flake ice closeup texture — thin flat uniform flake ice chips commercial flake ice machine output

❄ Thin flat flake ice — 2–3 mm, non-piercing, maximum surface contact for rapid cooling

2–3 mm

Flake thickness

−6 °C

Surface temperature

AIR-COOLED SERIES · R22

Commercial Flake Ice Machine — 200 to 500 kg/day

Air-cooled commercial flake ice machines for medium-volume operations. R22 refrigerant, simple installation — no external water supply for cooling. Ideal for seafood retail counters, supermarket fresh displays and mid-scale food processing.

AZ-FIM200 commercial flake ice machine air-cooled 200 kg per day

AZ-FIM200 — Representative Model

200 kg/day · Air-cooled · R22

Shared Specs — All Air-Cooled Models

Ice TypeThin Flat Flake Ice

Voltage220-240V / 50-60Hz

RefrigerantR22

Cooling ModeAir-Cooled

Water SupplyTap water inlet

Specification	AZ-FIM200	AZ-FIM300	AZ-FIM500
Daily Output	200 kg	300 kg	500 kg
Power	1,320W	1,800W	2,640W
Dimensions (mm)	760×580×1060	760×580×1060	960×680×1350
Storage Bin	55 kg	55 kg	100 kg
Cooling	Air-Cooled

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Air-cooled models do not require a water supply for the condenser — simpler installation anywhere with just a power socket and water inlet. Best for seafood retail, supermarket display counters and medium-scale food processing (200–500 kg/day).

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WATER-COOLED HEAVY SERIES · R22 · INDUSTRIAL GRADE

Industrial Flake Ice Machine — 800 to 1,000 kg/day

Heavy-duty water-cooled industrial flake ice machines for continuous large-scale production. Separate water-cooled condenser for superior heat dissipation in high-ambient environments. For large seafood processing plants, food factories and supermarket cold-chain hubs.

Specification	AZ-FIM800	AZ-FIM1000
Daily Output	800 kg	1,000 kg
Power	4,400W	5,500W
Voltage	220-240V / 50-60Hz or 110V / 60Hz
Dimensions (mm)	1300×800×1600
Storage Bin	500 kg
Cooling Mode	Water-Cooled
Refrigerant	R22

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Why Water-Cooled for 800–1,000 kg/day?

At high output volumes, air-cooled condensers struggle in warm ambient environments. Water-cooled condensers maintain stable ice production regardless of room temperature — essential for large factories, enclosed spaces and tropical climates. The 500 kg storage bin also minimises production interruptions during peak demand.

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AZ-FIM800 industrial flake ice machine water-cooled heavy duty 800 kg per day

AZ-FIM800 — Heavy-Duty Model

800 kg/day · Water-cooled · 500 kg bin · R22

500 kg

Storage bin

4,400W

FIM800 power

24/7

Continuous output

R22

Industrial refrigerant

WHERE FLAKE ICE IS ESSENTIAL

Seafood · Food Processing · Medical · Supermarkets

The thin, flat, non-piercing profile of flake ice makes it the industry standard wherever rapid, uniform cooling without product damage is critical.

Flake ice food processing application — meat preservation cooling production line factory

🏭 Food Processing & Meat Industry Flake ice for meat cooling, fish processing lines and poultry preservation — 300–1,000 kg/day models.

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Flake ice medical laboratory application — specimen transport ice bath cold chain lab cooling

🧪 Medical & Laboratory Ice-bath experiments, specimen transport and pharmaceutical cold-chain — flake ice's flat profile wraps around containers perfectly.

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Seafood Markets

Fresh fish & shellfish display — non-piercing ice preserves presentation · 200–500 kg/day

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Food Processing

Meat & poultry cooling lines — rapid uniform temperature drop · 300–1,000 kg/day

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Medical & Lab

Ice baths, specimen transport, pharmaceutical cold chain · 200–300 kg/day

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Supermarket Displays

Fresh produce & seafood counter display — visual appeal + preservation · 200–500 kg/day

WHY CHOOSE FLAKE ICE?

Flake Ice vs Nugget Ice vs Cube Ice

Compare the three major commercial ice types across the dimensions that matter most for your operation.

Feature	Flake Ice ✓	Nugget Ice	Cube Ice
Shape & Size	Thin flat chip · 2–3 mm	Small cylinder · porous	Hard square block · clear
Cooling Speed	✓ Fastest — max surface area	Fast	Medium — lowest surface area
Product Safety	✓ Non-piercing flat edges	✓ Soft, safe to chew	✗ Hard corners may bruise
Moulding to Product	✓ Fills all gaps perfectly	△ Partial gap filling	✗ Large air gaps between cubes
Melt Rate	Fastest — high surface area	Medium	✓ Slowest — longest lasting
Primary Use	Seafood · Food Processing · Lab	Healthcare · QSR · Hotels	Bars · Hotels · Beverages
Output Range	200–1,000 kg/day	60–1,000 kg/day	30–1,000 kg/day

Not sure which ice type you need? Contact our team → — we will match the right machine to your operation.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about commercial flake ice machines and flake ice makers.

1 What is flake ice and why is it used for seafood?

Flake ice is produced as thin, flat chips — typically 2–3 mm thick. Its key advantage is the high surface-to-volume ratio that delivers the fastest, most uniform cooling of any ice type. The non-piercing flat edges prevent bruising to delicate seafood, fish and shellfish — making it the gold standard for fresh seafood display and preservation worldwide.

2 What is the difference between air-cooled and water-cooled flake ice machines?

Air-cooled models (AZ-FIM200/300/500) use ambient air to cool the condenser — simpler installation, no condenser water supply needed, best for 200–500 kg/day. Water-cooled models (AZ-FIM800/1000) use a water-cooled condenser for superior heat dissipation in high-ambient or enclosed environments — required for 800–1,000 kg/day continuous industrial production.

3 Which flake ice machine is best for a seafood processing factory?

For seafood retail and mid-scale processing, AZ-FIM300 or AZ-FIM500 (air-cooled, 300–500 kg/day) handles most operations. For large-scale fish processing plants requiring continuous 24/7 production, the AZ-FIM800 or AZ-FIM1000 (water-cooled, 800–1,000 kg/day) with a 500 kg storage bin is recommended.

4 Can I order flake ice machines with my own brand logo?

Yes. SHMIRACLE accepts OEM and ODM orders for the full AZ-FIM range from as few as 2 units. We customise logo, colour, control panel, storage bin size and packaging while maintaining CE and RoHS certification. Lead time: 15–30 days. Samples accepted from 1 unit.

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