Project Case Study: ICESTA 50-Ton/Day Flake Ice Machine System — Major Reservoir Fish Preservation Project in Dalian

Project Background

Dalian, as one of China's most important coastal cities and fishery bases, boasts abundant aquatic resources and a well-established fishery industry chain. A major reservoir project located in the Dalian municipality integrates irrigation, water supply, and power generation functions. As the scale of fishery farming and harvesting continues to expand, the demand for ice sources for fish preservation after landing has grown significantly. To ensure fish quality, extend preservation cycles, and enhance fishery economic benefits, the project owner decided to introduce a large-scale flake ice machine system to meet the daily ice demand for preserving substantial fish catches.

After extensive evaluation and comprehensive assessment, the project owner ultimately selected ICESTA as the ice equipment supplier. Since its establishment in 2007, ICESTA has grown into an industry leader with a 10,000㎡ R&D and manufacturing base and over 100 patents. The company's products are widely used in aquatic product processing, food preservation, chemical cooling, concrete cooling, mine cooling, artificial snowmaking, and many other fields.

Solution

ICESTA customized a complete 50-ton/day flake ice machine system solution for this project, featuring the following core configurations:

High Production Capacity with Superior Flake Ice Quality

The ICESTA high-efficiency flake ice machine delivers a daily production capacity of 50 tons per 24 hours with continuous and stable operation. The flake ice has a uniform thickness of 1.6–2.3mm, featuring dry, smooth, and edgeless surfaces that effectively protect fish from mechanical damage during preservation. Its large contact area enables rapid cooling, significantly extending the freshness of aquatic products.

Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel Evaporator

The evaporator contact surface is constructed from high-quality stainless steel (SS316L or SS304), offering excellent corrosion resistance and anti-rust performance. This makes the system particularly suitable for high-humidity and high-salinity environments such as aquatic product preservation, ensuring long-term durability and hygienic operation.

Intelligent Control System

Equipped with an advanced based fully automatic control system, the machine enables intelligent management of the entire ice-making process. Integrated with multiple safety protection features, it ensures stable and trouble-free operation over extended periods, reducing manual intervention and maintenance costs.

High-Efficiency Refrigeration Unit

The system utilizes high-quality refrigeration compressor units that deliver efficient and stable cooling output under 24-hour continuous operation. With industry-leading energy efficiency, the unit minimizes power consumption while maintaining optimal ice production performance, contributing to lower operating costs for the customer.