Flake Ice Evaporator Drum with Ammonia Refrigeration System

If you’re seeking maximum efficiency, long-term reliability, and sustainable industrial ice production, a flake ice evaporator drum with an ammonia refrigeration system is your ultimate solution. Designed for high-capacity operations, this combination delivers unmatched cooling performance for fishery processing, chemical industries, thermal storage, and concrete cooling.

What Is a Flake Ice Evaporator Drum with Ammonia Refrigeration System?

A flake ice evaporator drum is the core component of an industrial flake ice machine, where water is frozen into thin, dry flakes. When paired with an ammonia refrigeration system—a natural, high-efficiency refrigerant—the system becomes one of the most powerful and eco-friendly ice-making solutions in the industrial sector.

Why Ammonia + Flake Ice Drum = A Game Changer?

✅ High Efficiency: Ammonia (R717) has excellent thermodynamic properties, providing faster freezing and lower operating costs.
✅ Environmental Safety: Zero ODP (Ozone Depletion Potential), low GWP (Global Warming Potential).
✅ Large-Scale Capacity: Ideal for systems producing 5 tons, 10 tons, or even 30+ tons of flake ice per day.
✅ Durability: Heavy-duty stainless steel evaporator drum, precision-engineered for 24/7 performance.
✅ Automation Ready: Easily integrated into PLC-controlled systems and centralized refrigeration plants.

“After upgrading to a flake ice evaporator drum with ammonia refrigeration, our energy bill dropped nearly 20%. Ice production is now smoother and faster.”
— Simon F., Cold Chain Operations Manager

Key Features of Our Flake Ice Evaporator Drum with Ammonia System

• Material: SUS304/316 stainless steel drum with anti-corrosion coating

• Refrigerant: Ammonia (R717) — efficient, natural, and sustainable

• Drum Type: Vertical design, high-precision rotating cylinder

• Ice Thickness: 1.0–2.2 mm, dry, sub-cooled flake ice

• Output Range: 5 – 60 tons per day

• Drive Motor: SEW/ABB high-efficiency gear motors

• Skid-Mounted Options: Pre-assembled for easy integration

Ideal Applications

A flake ice evaporator drum with ammonia refrigeration system is best suited for industries requiring large volumes of ice with precise thermal control:

• 🐟 Seafood Processing Plants – Maintain freshness without crushing the product

• 🏗 Concrete Cooling Projects – Prevent cracks in mass concrete pours

• 🌡 Chemical & Dye Production – Precise temperature regulation for sensitive processes

• 🍖 Meat & Poultry Processing – Effective carcass and product cooling

• 🧪 Thermal Energy Storage Systems – Peak-shaving for electricity use

Technical Highlights

Customer Reviews

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“We run a high-capacity fish processing facility in Norway, and this ammonia-based ice drum has completely changed our operation. Ice is drier, and the machine runs silently even during peak hours.”
— Anders M., Marine Food Group

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“Installation was smooth. The engineering team helped us integrate it into our central ammonia plant. Ice thickness and consistency are top-notch.”
— Liu Sheng, Industrial Engineering Supervisor

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“This flake ice evaporator drum with ammonia is built like a tank. No performance drop even after a year of continuous operation.”
— Rachel K., Industrial Cooling Consultant

Advantages of Using Ammonia Refrigeration

✔ Cost Savings: Higher energy efficiency compared to Freon-based systems
✔ Eco-Friendly: No ozone depletion, future-proof against environmental regulations
✔ High Thermal Conductivity: Faster freezing and stable operation
✔ Smaller Compressor Footprint: Less refrigerant required for the same output

Advantages

1. Strict qualitiy control,  system
2. Radio graphic testing (X-RAY) for welds
3. Weldless forming for ice blade
4. heat treatment (annealing) for stress relief
5. Chromium coating for improved wear resistance (Carbon steel only)
6. Scientifically designed refrigerant chamber
7. Smooth ice scraping
8. No risk of deformation or refrigerant leakage
9. High stability, high cooling efficiency and long life (8-10year)

Products Features

1. Be made of low-temperature pressure vessel special materials and passed precision processing;
2. More sufficient evaporation area and better performance with dry style evaporation way;
3. Whole processing is made by vertical lathe to ensure the precision up to 2 ounces;
4. Be designed and produced with standard low-temperature pressure vessel manufacturing process, including surface treatment, heat treatment, gas-tight test, tensile&compression strength test, etc.
5. Using imported refrigeration accessories;
6. All water supply line are made of stainless steel, high sanitary condition;
7. Fast ice forming & falling speed, ice begins within 1 to 2 minutes.

8. Ice blade: made of SUS304 material seamless steel tube and formed through only one time process. It's durable.

9. Spindle and other accessories: made of SUS304 material through precision machining, and conform to food hygiene standards.

10. Thermal insulation: foaming machine filling with imported polyurethane foam insulation. Better effect.

Tips: (1)Evaporator size and installation direction can be customized according to customers' requirements;

        (2)The material of evaporator wall and up and down pedestal is available (304&316).

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