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Industrial Ice Machines & Custom Ice Making Systems
Kendall is an industrial ice machine manufacturer supplying cube ice machines, tube ice machines, flake ice machines and block ice machines for commercial ice production and industrial cooling applications.
Our industrial ice machine range supports applications including food and beverage production, seafood processing, fisheries, cold-chain logistics, concrete cooling and industrial process cooling. From standalone ice making machines to customized ice plants, Kendall configures production capacity, ice specifications, refrigeration components, condensing methods, electrical systems, controls, storage and conveying equipment according to your project requirements.
Across our industrial ice systems, production capacities can be configured from small and medium-sized installations to 100+ tons/day ice plant projects.
Our Industrial Ice Machine Range
Cube Ice Machine
Kendall cube ice machines produce uniform, clear ice cubes for packaged ice businesses, beverage production, hotels, supermarkets, restaurants and commercial ice plants.
Standard cube size is available at approximately 22 × 22 × 22 mm, with customized ice specifications available for different markets and beverage applications. Current Kendall models cover production capacities from 1 to 20 tons/day.
- Packaged edible ice production: Suitable for bagged ice and commercial ice distribution.
- Beverage and hospitality: Uniform cube ice for beverages, hotels, restaurants and bars.
- Supermarkets and convenience stores: Suitable for retail ice production and supply.
- Commercial ice factories: Available in different production capacities for centralized ice production.
- Food and beverage cooling: Consistent ice size for commercial food-service applications.
Tube Ice Machine
Kendall tube ice machines produce hollow cylindrical ice with a dense structure and relatively slow melting characteristics, making them suitable for edible ice production as well as commercial and industrial cooling applications.
Tube diameters including 22 mm, 28 mm and 35 mm are available, and the cutting length can be adjusted according to the required ice specification.
- Edible ice production plants: Suitable for centralized production of packaged tube ice.
- Packaged ice businesses: Dense tube ice is convenient for storage, handling and retail distribution.
- Beverage supply: Slow-melting ice for drinks and food-service applications.
- Supermarkets: Suitable for commercial ice production and retail supply.
- Food processing: Available for process cooling applications requiring clean ice.
- Commercial cooling: Production capacity can be configured according to daily demand.
Flake Ice Machine
Kendall flake ice machines are designed for applications requiring rapid heat transfer and close contact between ice and the product being cooled.
The industrial flake ice machine range can be configured for either freshwater or seawater applications. SS304 and corrosion-resistant SS316 evaporator material options are available for different operating environments.
- Seafood processing: Thin flake ice provides rapid and uniform cooling around seafood products.
- Fishing vessels and fisheries: Freshwater and seawater configurations are available for different marine applications.
- Meat and food processing: Suitable for process cooling and temperature control.
- Concrete cooling: Flake ice provides rapid heat absorption during concrete production.
- Chemical process cooling: Industrial configurations can be designed around process cooling requirements.
- Industrial temperature control: Production capacity and refrigeration systems can be customized according to cooling load.
Block Ice Machine
Kendall block ice machines produce dense, slow-melting ice blocks for applications where long cooling duration, bulk ice storage or transportation is important.
Both brine-type block ice machines and direct-cooling block ice machines are available. Individual block weights can be customized from approximately 5 kg to 100 kg, while current standard equipment displayed on the website covers capacities up to approximately 30 tons/day.
- Fishing ports and fisheries: Large ice blocks provide long-lasting cooling for fish preservation.
- Seafood preservation: Suitable where ice must remain available for extended periods.
- Cold-chain transportation: Slow melting helps maintain cooling during long-distance transportation.
- Commercial ice plants: Block weight and production capacity can be configured for different markets.
- Concrete and industrial cooling: Available for projects requiring bulk ice production.
- Remote-area ice supply: Suitable for locations where long ice storage time is important.
Compare Our Industrial Ice Machines
| Ice Machine | Ice Form | Main Advantage | Typical Applications | Key Specification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cube Ice Machine | Uniform cube ice | Clear appearance, convenient for consumption and packaging | Beverage, hotel, supermarket, packaged ice | Cube size and daily capacity |
| Tube Ice Machine | Hollow cylindrical ice | Dense structure, slow melting and convenient handling | Edible ice plant, beverage, supermarket, food processing | Tube diameter and cutting length |
| Flake Ice Machine | Thin irregular flakes | Large contact area and rapid heat absorption | Seafood, fishery, meat processing, concrete cooling | Cooling load, water source and evaporator material |
| Block Ice Machine | Large solid ice blocks | Slow melting and long cooling duration | Fishery, ports, transport, ice plants | Block weight and freezing method |
Kendall supplies different types of industrial ice machines because the most suitable ice form depends on how the ice will be used.
For edible and packaged ice businesses, cube and tube ice are commonly selected. For seafood processing and applications requiring rapid cooling, flake ice provides greater contact with the product. For fisheries, transportation and applications requiring longer cooling duration, block ice is commonly used.
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Industrial Ice Machine Capacity & Product Options
Kendall supplies industrial ice making machines for different production scales, from individual commercial installations to large ice production projects.
| Product | Available Capacity / Specification | Main Customization |
|---|---|---|
| Cube Ice Machine | 1–20 tons/day | Cube size, capacity, condenser, voltage, control |
| Tube Ice Machine | Customized according to project requirement | 22 / 28 / 35 mm tube diameter, ice length, capacity |
| Flake Ice Machine | Standard and project-specific industrial capacities | Freshwater/seawater, SS304/SS316, capacity |
| Block Ice Machine | Current standard models up to approximately 30 tons/day | 5–100 kg/block, brine/direct cooling, capacity |
| Complete Industrial Ice System | Overall Kendall project range up to 100+ tons/day | Ice production, storage, conveying, control and system layout |
Large-capacity projects can be engineered as complete industrial ice plants rather than a single standalone ice machine. Contact Kendall with your required daily ice output and application to confirm the suitable equipment configuration.
Industrial Ice Machines for Different Applications
Kendall industrial ice machines are used across food, fisheries, construction, cold chain and industrial cooling projects.
| Application | Recommended Ice Machine | Typical Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Packaged Edible Ice | Cube / Tube Ice Machine | Uniform ice, automatic production and easy packaging |
| Food & Beverage | Cube / Tube Ice Machine | Food-contact ice and consistent ice specifications |
| Seafood Processing | Flake Ice Machine | Rapid product cooling and close ice contact |
| Fishing Vessel | Seawater Flake Ice Machine | Corrosion-resistant marine configuration |
| Fishery & Port Ice Supply | Block / Flake Ice Machine | High-volume cooling and ice storage |
| Cold-Chain Transport | Block Ice Machine | Long-lasting cooling during transportation |
| Concrete Cooling | Flake / Block Ice System | High-capacity cooling for concrete temperature control |
| Meat & Food Processing | Flake / Tube Ice Machine | Process cooling and temperature management |
| Chemical & Industrial Cooling | Flake / Tube Ice System | Equipment sized according to cooling load |
Custom Industrial Ice Machine Configurations
Different ice plants operate under different climates, water conditions, electrical standards and production requirements. Kendall provides custom industrial ice machine configurations based on actual site conditions rather than supplying only fixed standard models.
- Production Capacity: Configure the industrial ice machine according to required tons of ice per 24 hours.
- Ice Specification: Customize cube dimensions, tube diameter and cutting length, block weight and other ice specifications.
- Compressor Options: Bitzer, Copeland, Danfoss, Frascold and other suitable configurations are available according to the refrigeration system.
- Condensing Method: Air-cooled, water-cooled and evaporative condensing configurations are available.
- Refrigerant: Refrigeration systems can be configured around applicable refrigerants and project requirements.
- Freshwater / Seawater Configuration: Marine and coastal applications can use corrosion-resistant materials and seawater-compatible flake ice systems.
- Voltage & Frequency: Equipment can be configured for power standards including 220V, 380V and 440V, 50Hz or 60Hz.
- PLC Control: Siemens or Schneider control components and multilingual touch-screen options are available.
- Remote Monitoring: Wi-Fi / 4G remote equipment monitoring can be integrated where required.
- System Layout: Integrated, split and containerized configurations are available according to installation space.
- Ice Storage: Customized ice storage systems can be matched with production capacity.
- Ice Conveying: Screw conveying or pneumatic conveying can be integrated into automatic ice production systems.
For non-standard projects, learn more about our OEM & ODM Ice Machine Services .
Standalone Ice Machine or Complete Ice Plant
Kendall can supply an individual industrial ice making machine for equipment replacement or capacity expansion, or engineer a complete industrial ice plant for a new production facility.
| Project Requirement | Standalone Ice Machine | Complete Ice Plant |
|---|---|---|
| Ice Production Equipment | Included | Included |
| Refrigeration System | Included | Included |
| Ice Storage | Optional | Available |
| Ice Conveying | Optional | Available |
| Automatic Control | Available | Integrated |
| Containerized Layout | Optional | Available |
| Cold Storage Integration | Optional | Available |
| Engineering Layout | Equipment-based | Project-based |
| Factory Testing | Included | Included |
| Installation Support | Available | Available |
| Commissioning Support | Available | Available |
Complete projects can combine ice making equipment, refrigeration systems, ice storage, automatic conveying, control systems and cold storage engineering according to the required production process.
Containerized industrial ice plants can also integrate ice production, storage and control equipment into a 20 ft or 40 ft container, reducing on-site assembly requirements for remote locations and mobile projects.
Industrial Ice Machines for Different Operating Conditions
Kendall configures each industrial ice machine system according to the environment in which it will operate.
| Operating Condition | Available Configuration Direction |
|---|---|
| High Ambient Temperature | Water-cooled or evaporative condensing configuration according to project conditions |
| Limited Water Supply | Air-cooled condenser where technically suitable |
| Seawater / Coastal Environment | SS316 and corrosion-resistant component options |
| Limited Machine-Room Space | Split or compact system layout |
| Remote Project Location | Containerized industrial ice plant |
| Different Power Standards | Customized voltage, phase and frequency |
| Food-Grade Ice Production | Suitable food-contact materials and water-treatment configuration |
| Large Automatic Ice Plant | Ice storage, conveying and centralized PLC control |
Providing the correct site information before production allows the refrigeration system, condenser and electrical components to be configured around actual operating conditions.
Why Choose Kendall as Your Industrial Ice Machine Manufacturer?
Complete Industrial Ice Machine Range
Kendall manufactures cube ice machines, tube ice machines, flake ice machines and block ice machines, allowing different ice production requirements to be handled by one supplier.
Industrial Capacity & Project Engineering
Kendall's overall industrial ice system portfolio covers projects from approximately 1 ton/day to 100+ tons/day, including standalone machines and complete ice plant systems.
Custom Refrigeration Configurations
Compressor brand, condensing method, refrigerant, voltage, control system, installation layout and ice specifications can be configured according to your project.
Factory Testing Before Delivery
Industrial ice making equipment is tested before shipment to verify system operation, ice production and equipment performance.
Turnkey Ice Plant Capability
For larger projects, Kendall can support system design, equipment manufacturing, ice storage, conveying, control integration, delivery, installation guidance and commissioning.
Global Project Support
Equipment can be configured for different power standards, climates, installation conditions and international transportation requirements.
View our completed Industrial Ice Machine Projects .
Information Required for an Industrial Ice Machine Quotation
To configure the appropriate industrial ice machine and provide an accurate quotation, please provide the following project information:
- Required ice type: Cube, tube, flake or block ice.
- Production capacity: Required tons of ice per 24 hours.
- Application: Edible ice, seafood processing, fishery, concrete cooling or other industrial use.
- Project location: Installation country and site conditions.
- Ambient temperature: Maximum expected operating temperature.
- Inlet water: Water temperature and freshwater or seawater source.
- Power supply: Voltage, phase and frequency.
- Installation space: Available machine-room or project dimensions.
- Condensing method: Air-cooled, water-cooled or evaporative, if specified.
- Automation requirements: Ice storage, conveying, PLC control or other supporting systems.
Based on this information, Kendall can recommend a suitable industrial ice machine, refrigeration configuration and supporting equipment for your project.
Industrial Ice Machine FAQ
What industrial ice machines does Kendall manufacture?
Kendall manufactures cube ice machines, tube ice machines, flake ice machines and block ice machines. We also provide customized industrial ice systems, containerized systems, ice storage and conveying configurations for larger ice plant projects.
What capacity industrial ice machine can Kendall provide?
Kendall's overall industrial ice system range covers approximately 1 ton/day to 100+ tons/day depending on the ice type and project configuration. Cube ice machines currently cover approximately 1–20 tons/day, while standard block ice machine models displayed on the website reach approximately 30 tons/day. Larger industrial ice plant capacities can be engineered according to project requirements.
Which industrial ice machine is suitable for edible ice production?
Cube ice machines and tube ice machines are commonly used for packaged edible ice, beverages, hotels, restaurants and commercial ice production. The final equipment configuration should also consider required ice size, production capacity, water quality and packaging requirements.
Which ice machine is suitable for seafood processing?
Flake ice machines are commonly used for seafood processing because thin flakes provide a large contact area for rapid cooling. Block ice can also be used for fisheries, port ice supply and transportation where longer cooling duration is required.
Can Kendall provide a seawater flake ice machine?
Yes. Flake ice systems can be configured for freshwater or seawater applications, with corrosion-resistant SS316 material options available for marine and coastal operating environments.
Does Kendall provide direct-cooling and brine block ice machines?
Yes. Kendall can provide both brine-type and direct-cooling block ice machine configurations. Individual block weights can be customized from approximately 5 kg to 100 kg according to production and handling requirements.
Can you customize the voltage and refrigeration components?
Yes. Kendall can configure industrial ice machines for different voltage and frequency requirements, including common 220V, 380V and 440V, 50Hz and 60Hz systems. Compressor, condenser, control and other refrigeration components can also be configured according to the project.
Can Kendall build a complete ice plant instead of supplying only an ice machine?
Yes. Kendall provides complete industrial ice plant solutions including ice making equipment, refrigeration systems, ice storage, conveying equipment, PLC control and cold-storage integration according to project requirements.
Can an industrial ice machine be installed in a container?
Yes. Kendall can integrate ice production, storage and control equipment into 20 ft or 40 ft containerized systems for remote locations, mobile projects and sites requiring reduced on-site installation work.
What information is required before ordering an industrial ice machine?
Please provide your required ice type, daily production capacity, application, ambient temperature, inlet water temperature, water source, power supply and installation space. If you require automatic ice storage, conveying or cold storage, include these requirements when requesting a quotation.
Build Your Industrial Ice System with Kendall
Whether you need a standalone industrial ice machine, additional production capacity or a complete turnkey ice plant, Kendall can configure the equipment around your required ice type, daily output, application and site conditions.
Send us your ice type, required tons/day, application, project country, ambient temperature, inlet water temperature and power supply to receive an industrial ice machine configuration and quotation.
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