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Commercial nugget ice machine — SHMIRACLE AZ-NIM series 60 to 1000 kg per day pellet ice maker

AZ-NIM SERIES · 8 MODELS · 60–1,000 KG/DAY

Commercial Nugget Ice Machine
Manufacturer — Factory Direct

SHMIRACLE AZ-NIM commercial nugget ice machines produce soft, chewable pellet ice in 60–1,000 kg/day capacities. Integrated air-cooled (60–150 kg) and split water-cooled (200–1,000 kg). R290 & R22. CE & RoHS certified. OEM & wholesale factory-direct from Taizhou, China.

Range 60–1,000 kg/day Types Integrated & Split Unit Refrigerant R290 / R22 Cooling Air / Water

WHAT IS NUGGET ICE?

Soft, Chewable Pellet Ice — The Choice of Healthcare & QSR Chains

Nugget ice (also called pellet ice or sonic ice) is a small, cylindrical, porous ice pellet with a soft, chewable texture that absorbs beverage flavour. Unlike hard cube ice, nugget ice is gentle on teeth, cools drinks quickly and is preferred by healthcare facilities, QSR chains and convenience stores worldwide.

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Soft & Chewable
Porous structure — gentle on teeth, preferred by patients and children
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Flavour-Absorbing
Porous surface absorbs beverage flavour — makes every sip more enjoyable
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Fast Cooling
High surface-to-volume ratio cools beverages faster than cube ice
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Healthcare-Grade
Widely used in hospitals for patient hydration, ice bags and lab cooling
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QSR Standard
The standard ice for Sonic, Chick-fil-A and major fast-food beverage stations
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Dense Packing
Small cylindrical shape fills cup efficiently — less air gap than cube ice
Nugget pellet ice closeup — soft chewable porous ice pellets commercial nugget ice machine output

▶ Soft porous nugget ice pellets — the preferred ice for healthcare, QSR chains and self-serve beverage stations

60 KG
Min. integrated model
1,000 KG
Max. split-unit model

INTEGRATED SERIES · AIR-COOLED · R290

Commercial Nugget Ice Machine — 60 to 150 kg/day

All-in-one integrated pellet ice machines — compressor and ice maker in a single cabinet. R290 eco-refrigerant, air-cooled, smart display, auto-clean. Ideal for cafés, clinics, convenience stores and medium-volume food service.

ModelDaily OutputDimensions (mm)PowerStorage BinCoolingRefrigerant
AZ-NIM6060 kg/24h500×550×820680W25 kgAirR290
AZ-NIM8080 kg/24h500×550×820880W25 kgAirR290
AZ-NIM100100 kg/24h660×700×10101100W40 kgAirR290
AZ-NIM150150 kg/24h660×700×10101430W40 kgAirR290
AZ-NIM60 commercial nugget ice machine integrated small — 60 kg per day pellet ice
AZ-NIM60 · 60 kg/day
Compact integrated · Air-cooled · R290
AZ-NIM120 commercial nugget ice machine integrated large — 120 kg per day
AZ-NIM120 · 120 kg/day
Large integrated · Air-cooled · R290

SPLIT-UNIT SERIES · WATER-COOLED · R22

Commercial Nugget Ice Machine — 200 to 1,000 kg/day

Industrial split-unit nugget ice machines with water-cooled condensers for continuous high-volume pellet ice production. R22 refrigerant. For hospitals, large QSR chains, hotel complexes and food processing facilities requiring 200–1,000 kg/day.

ModelDaily OutputDimensions (mm)PowerStorage BinCoolingRefrigerant
AZ-NIM200200 kg/24h560×820×16801100W150 kgWaterR22
AZ-NIM300300 kg/24h560×820×16801430W150 kgWaterR22
AZ-NIM400400 kg/24h760×820×18201660W200 kgWaterR22
AZ-NIM500500 kg/24h760×820×18201680W200 kgWaterR22
AZ-NIM800800 kg/24h1250×820×18204220W500 kgWaterR22
AZ-NIM10001,000 kg/24h1250×820×18204260W500 kgWaterR22
AZ-NIM200 commercial nugget ice machine split-unit standard — 200 kg per day
AZ-NIM200 · 200 kg/day
Standard split-unit · Water-cooled · R22
AZ-NIM500 commercial nugget ice machine split-unit heavy — 500 kg per day
AZ-NIM500 · 500 kg/day
Heavy-duty split-unit · Water-cooled · R22

WHERE NUGGET ICE IS ESSENTIAL

Healthcare · Fast Food · Hospitality · Convenience Stores

Commercial nugget ice machines from SHMIRACLE power operations across healthcare, QSR and food service — wherever soft, chewable, fast-cooling pellet ice is the standard.

Nugget ice medical application — hospital patient care ice bag cooling healthcare pellet ice machine
🏥 Healthcare & Medical Facilities Patient hydration, ice-pack therapy and lab cooling — soft nugget ice is the hospital standard.
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Hospitals & Clinics
Patient care, IV cooling, ice-bag therapy — 60–200 kg/day
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QSR & Fast Food
Self-serve beverage stations, fountain drinks — 150–500 kg/day
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Hotels & Resorts
Ice dispensers, pool bars, room service — 80–300 kg/day
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Convenience Stores
Self-serve fountain ice dispensers — 60–150 kg/day

WHY CHOOSE NUGGET ICE?

Nugget Ice vs Cube Ice vs Flake Ice

Understanding which ice type suits your operation saves time, energy and cost. Here is how nugget pellet ice compares to the other two major commercial ice types.

FeatureNugget / Pellet Ice ✓Cube IceFlake Ice
TextureSoft, chewable, porousHard, clear, denseThin, flat, brittle
Safe to Chew✓ Yes — gentle on teeth✗ Hard — risk of tooth damage△ Thin but sharp edges
Beverage Cooling Speed✓ Fast — high surface areaMedium — low surface area✓ Very fast — max surface
Melt RateMedium✓ Slow — longest lastingFast — melts quickly
Flavour Absorption✓ High — porous structureLow — dense & clearMedium
Healthcare Use✓ Industry standard△ Acceptable✓ Lab & cold chain
Best ApplicationHealthcare · QSR · HotelsBars · Hotels · BeveragesSeafood · Food Processing

Need help choosing? Contact us → — we will recommend the right model for your operation.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about commercial nugget ice machines.

1 What is nugget ice and why is it preferred in healthcare?
Nugget ice (also called pellet ice or sonic ice) is a soft, porous, chewable ice pellet. Its porous structure makes it gentle on teeth and safe for patients. It is the industry standard for hospital patient hydration, ice-pack therapy and IV cooling — and is also preferred in QSR chains for its fast-cooling, flavour-absorbing properties.
2 What is the difference between integrated and split-unit nugget ice machines?
Integrated models (AZ-NIM60/80/100/150) have the compressor and ice maker in one cabinet — air-cooled with R290, simpler installation, 60–150 kg/day. Split-unit models (AZ-NIM200–1000) have a separate condenser for better heat dissipation, higher output, water-cooled with R22, and are required for 200 kg/day and above.
3 Which nugget ice machine is best for a hospital?
For a mid-size hospital ward, the AZ-NIM60 or AZ-NIM80 (integrated, 60–80 kg/day) handles daily patient ice needs. For larger hospital complexes or multi-ward facilities, the AZ-NIM150 to AZ-NIM300 (split-unit, 150–300 kg/day) is recommended. Contact us with your patient count and we will specify the right model.
4 Can I order commercial nugget ice machines with OEM branding?
Yes. SHMIRACLE accepts OEM and ODM orders for the full AZ-NIM range. Minimum order: 5 units for integrated models, 2 units for split-unit. We customise logo, colour, control panel and packaging while maintaining CE and RoHS certification. Lead time: 15–35 days. Samples accepted.

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