Hoshizaki FM-150AKE-HC-SB Modular Flake Ice Machine 150kg

The Hoshizaki FM-150AKE-HC-SB is a modular flake ice machine producing up to 150kg of flake ice per 24-hour period. As a modular unit it produces ice only and requires a separate storage bin, which gives operators the flexibility to match ice storage capacity to their specific throughput needs. Flake ice differs from cube or crescent forms — it is soft, pliable and moisture-bearing, which makes it well suited to applications where the ice makes direct contact with food product.

In practice, flake ice performs well in environments where maintaining consistent, even contact with chilled product matters. Fish counters, seafood displays, butchery prep surfaces, salad bars and fresh produce displays all benefit from flake ice because it moulds around irregular shapes and maintains surface temperatures without causing freezer burn. It is also commonly used in clinical and laboratory settings for similar reasons. In a busy kitchen or retail food environment, consistent ice quality and reliable output across a full service day are more important than headline figures — the FM-150AKE is designed to sustain production steadily rather than spike and stall.

Practical advantages of this type of machine in a commercial setting include:

• Soft, pliable ice that conforms to product shape without bruising or damage
• Even cooling across displays without localised cold spots or freezer burn
• Modular design allows bin size to be matched to actual storage needs
• Hoshizaki's stainless steel evaporator construction supports consistent output and long service life
• HC refrigerant system reflects current environmental compliance requirements

Because this is a modular machine with no integrated bin, installation planning needs to account for the footprint of both the ice maker and whichever storage bin is selected. The unit will require a suitable power supply, a clean water feed, and a drain connection. Ventilation clearance around the unit should be observed to maintain condenser efficiency, particularly in warm kitchen environments where ambient temperature can affect ice output. The SB designation refers to the stainless steel finish on the base, which is worth noting if hygiene standards or aesthetic matching is a consideration in your installation.

This machine is well suited to catering operations, hotel kitchens, fishmongers, deli counters and food service sites with a regular, high-volume need for flake ice. At 150kg per 24 hours it sits in the mid-range of modular flake ice production — suitable for medium-volume sites. For lighter-use applications a lower-output machine is likely a more cost-effective fit, while high-volume central production sites or large seafood operations may find a heavier-duty model more appropriate.

If you are unsure which ice type, output capacity or bin combination is right for your setup, our team is happy to talk it through before you commit to a purchase.