Introducing the Ice Tube Machine - Widely Applied in the Food and Beverage Industry!

The Tube Ice Machine, also known as the Cylindrical Ice Machine, Ice Tube Maker, Columnar Ice Maker, or Hollow Ice Machine, is a device designed for producing cylindrical or tubular ice blocks. These ice blocks typically possess a hollow shape, resembling a tube, hence the name "Tube Ice." The operating principle of the Tube Ice Machine involves injecting water into vertically positioned cylindrical ice molds. Subsequently, the refrigeration system gradually freezes the water, forming hollow cylindrical ice blocks. Upon completion, these ice blocks are released from the molds through heating or other mechanical means.

The Tube Ice Machine typically operates at a freezing temperature of around -5°C. The outer diameter of tube ice comes in Ø22mm, ø28mm, and ø35mm, with heights ranging from 25mm to 42mm. The inner hole diameter generally falls between 5mm and 10mm. Tube ice has low water content, preventing stickiness, and is suitable for various applications, including beverages, food, and industrial uses.

What Are the Advantages of Tube Ices?

 

Regular Shape for Easy Storage and Transportation:

The uniform shape of tube ice facilitates easy storage and transportation, leading to space and cost savings.

 

High Hardness and Slow Melting:

Tube ice boasts high hardness, ensuring slow melting rates and prolonged cooling effects.

 

Smooth Surface for Item Protection:

The smooth surface of tube ice prevents scratching or compressing of items, preserving their quality and appearance.

 

Hollow Structure for Enhanced Cooling Efficiency:

The hollow structure of tube ice increases the ice's contact surface, enhancing heat transfer efficiency and accelerating the cooling process of items.

The Applications of Tube Ices

The Tube Ice Machine finds applications across various industries, primarily in the following areas:

Food Processing and Storage:

Tube Ice Machines are utilized for cooling and preserving a wide range of food items such as fish, meat, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products. They extend the shelf life of food, enhance food safety, and maintain freshness by effectively lowering temperatures, preventing bacterial growth, and preserving moisture. Tube ice is gentle on food items, avoiding scratches or compression that might affect appearance and texture. Additionally, it is employed for the transportation and distribution of food, ensuring quality and safety during long-distance transit.

Beverage Production and Dispensing:

Tube Ice Machines are employed in the production and dispensing of beverages like slushies, iced tea, iced coffee, and iced wine. Tube ice enhances the texture and flavor of beverages while providing a refreshing and crisp sensation without diluting the original taste. Tube ice is also used for displaying and selling beverages, increasing their appeal and sales.

Medical and Therapeutic Applications:

Tube Ice Machines contribute to the production and delivery of therapeutic items such as ice packs, ice baths, and cold compresses for pain relief, swelling reduction, and hemostasis. Tube ice offers prolonged and even cooling effects without irritating or damaging the skin, making it suitable for various medical and therapeutic purposes. Tube ice is also used for cooling and sterilizing medical instruments, ensuring their performance and hygiene.

Concrete Cooling:

Tube Ice Machines play a crucial role in concrete cooling to prevent premature setting of concrete at high temperatures, thereby enhancing concrete strength and durability. Tube ice effectively lowers the temperature of concrete, preventing cracking and shrinkage, and improving overall quality and stability. Tube ice is also employed in the transportation and pouring of concrete, ensuring its quality and safety during construction processes.

Specifications of SPEEDCRYO Tube Ice Machines

Here are the specifications for the main models of tube ice machines offered by SPEEDCRYO. We also offer customization according to user requirements, including production capacity, compressor type, and storage bin dimensions.