Us folks in construction get it—concrete pouring quality is make-or-break for a project. Structural safety, how long the building lasts… it all comes down to this step. But here’s the catch: when you pour, that hydration heat concrete gives off can spike temperatures fast, and if it cools unevenly? Internal cracks are almost guaranteed. That’s a huge risk for big jobs—bridges, dams, high-rises especially. That’s where real cooling solutions come in, and flake ice machines? They’re the backbone of keeping concrete temps in check. Unlike old-school methods, they cool fast and mix evenly—perfect for messy jobsites. These days, they’re not just nice to have; they’re standard gear for any serious project. But let’s be clear—not every ice machine works for concrete. When you’re picking one, three big things to nail: how well it cools, how it mixes with concrete, and if it can keep up with jobsite chaos. For cooling, the ice needs lots of surf […]

For those of us in hospitality, ice is far more than a mere “extra”—it’s critical to both guest satisfaction and seamless day-to-day operations. Think about it: a busy banquet with not enough ice, a cocktail watered down by crummy-tasting ice, or trying to cram a bulky machine into a tiny back kitchen. Add in keeping up with hygiene rules? It’s a lot. From hotel bars and buffets to high-end restaurants, these pain points lead to slow service, bad reviews, and even compliance scares. But here’s the fix: pairing cube ice machines with tube ice machines. This “dual-machine combo” covers every need with complementary strengths—no more compromising on quality, supply, or space. The Real Ice Supply Struggles We Deal With Let’s keep it real—ice needs in hospitality are all over the place. First, peak-hour chaos: banquets, weekend bar rushes, or holidays hit, and suddenly you need way more ice than usual. Small machines can’t keep up. Second, i […]

The global food and beverage industry is hitting a bit of a crossroads right now. Companies are juggling stricter environmental rules, rising costs, and growing pressure to show exactly what’s happening across their supply chains. In the middle of all this, industrial refrigeration—especially ice production—has gone from being a quiet background operation to something that can actually make or break competitiveness and compliance. Seeing this shift, engineering firm Focuson has rolled out a new generation of industrial ice makers designed to push efficiency, reliability, and flexibility further than before. It’s a clear response to what the industry’s been asking for: technology that doesn’t just keep up with today’s sustainability and productivity demands, but gets ahead of them.     Engineering Excellence: The Core of High-Efficiency Ice Production The performance leap in Focuson’s new commercial ice maker series is ro […]

In the beverage and brewing industry, ice is by no means a dispensable detail, but a core guarantee element throughout the entire production process. From raw material pretreatment and brewing fermentation to finished product storage, a large amount of high-quality ice undertakes the key task of cooling and temperature maintenance, and its quality directly determines the taste level and shelf life of the product. Once the temperature fluctuates or the cooling fails to meet the standard, it will not only lead to the deterioration of the beverage’s flavor and prolong the processing cycle, but also may cause spoilage risks and serious production losses. Based on a deep understanding of the importance of ice, more and more beverage and brewing enterprises are abandoning traditional basic cooling methods and investing heavily in professional edible ice-making equipment. Industrial ice-making systems, with their advantage of automated p […]

In modern concrete production and large-scale engineering construction, flake ice systems such as flake ice generator, flake ice maker, and complete flake ice plant solutions have become a crucial element in stable temperature control and material quality control. FOCUSUN, as a leading global manufacturer of refrigeration equipment, has demonstrated outstanding performance in the concrete industry with its flake ice generator and flake ice maker technology. With the continuous development of industrial sectors such as high-temperature construction, specialty concrete, and cement mixing plants, the use of high-efficiency flake ice generators and advanced flake ice plant systems ensures precise temperature control, thereby improving concrete strength and extending the construction time window. Concrete construction has strict requirements for water temperature, making flake ice an ideal cooling material, especially in large-scale water co […]

On large construction projects, concrete temperature control isn’t something you debate. It’s mandatory. Once fresh concrete gets too hot, problems show up fast—cracks, strength loss, delays that nobody planned for. Fixing those mistakes costs real money. That’s why more construction teams turn to dedicated ice maker machine systems, built specifically for industrial cooling. Among all the options out there, flake ice maker machines tend to make the most sense. They fit naturally into concrete mixing, and Focusun’s industrial systems have proven themselves again and again in the field.     Why Flake Ice Works Better for Concrete Cooling   Ice is ice—until you mix it into concrete. Then the differences matter. Flake ice is thin, flat, and spreads quickly through the mix. That large surface area pulls heat out fast and melts evenly, without leaving chunks behind. No clumping. No uneven cooling. This becomes critical on hot- […]

Focusun has launched a new generation of industrial ice makers featuring intelligent variable frequency technology and high-efficiency heat exchange systems. The new series delivers up to 35% energy savings while ensuring stable, large-scale ice production for food processing, seafood preservation, cold chain logistics, and industrial cooling. Designed with environmentally friendly refrigerants, water-saving systems, and IoT remote monitoring, these ice makers help global customers achieve efficient, reliable, and sustainable ice-making operations.

This article reviews how different types of ice makers — block ice, flake ice, and slurry ice machines — can meet the heavy demands of seafood processing. It explains why proper ice selection is critical for freshness, storage, transport, and quality preservation. The text also highlights key strengths of Focusun machines, showing how they deliver stable output, low maintenance, and reliable performance under industrial conditions.

The Critical Role of Flake Ice in Food and Seafood Processing Cooling Cooling efficiency isn’t just some small operational footnote in food and seafood processing—it’s basically the foundation of product quality, safety, and how long the product will last. The moment fish come out of the water or fresh produce gets picked, the clock starts ticking. Temperature control becomes a race against spoilage. Traditional cooling methods, like dumping on bulk ice or relying solely on mechanical refrigeration, often struggle to balance speed, consistency, and keeping the product intact. That’s where a good flake ice generator really proves its worth. With its thin, flat texture, flake ice has turned into something of a game-changer, and once you understand what makes it better than the usual options, it’s obvious why so many modern facilities rely on it. People in the industry often joke, “When did ice suddenly become a food-safety superstar?” The […]

FOCUSUN releases’ Installation Guide for Tube Ice Making Systems’ to assist global customers in building reliable and efficient ice making facilities Shanghai, China – FOCUSUN, a leading global supplier of industrial refrigeration and ice making solutions, announced the release of the latest version of the “Installation Guide for Tube Ice Making Systems”. This comprehensive guide aims to help international customers install tube and full tube ice making machines more accurately, safely, and efficiently. As tube ice plays an increasingly important role in seafood processing, beverage manufacturing, agricultural product cooling, and cold chain logistics, the demand for professional installation guidance is also growing. For decades, FOCUSUN has been committed to providing tube ice machine technology to customers worldwide. The company is well aware that although the ice maker itself is highly automated, the i […]