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Hoshizaki
Hoshizaki FM-300AKE-HC-SB Modular Flake Ice Machine 300kg/24hr
£3,960.00(£4,752.00 inc VAT)
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The Hoshizaki FM-300AKE-HC-SB is a modular flake ice machine producing up to 300kg of soft, granular flake ice per 24-hour period. As a modular unit, it produces ice only — it requires a separate storage bin, allowing operators to size their storage capacity to match their specific service requirements rather than being fixed to an integrated solution.
Flake ice has a high surface-area-to-volume ratio, which means it surrounds and chills food product quickly and evenly. Unlike cube ice, it conforms to irregular shapes and does not cause freeze damage to delicate produce. This makes it particularly effective in food display counters, fish mongers, seafood counters, salad bars, and butchery applications where consistent, gentle chilling is important throughout service. At this production capacity, the machine is capable of supporting busy continuous-service environments where ice demand is sustained across multiple service periods.
From an operational standpoint, the key practical advantages include:
- Rapid, even chilling without freeze damage to delicate food products
- Modular design allows bin storage capacity to be matched independently to demand
- Consistent ice quality throughout service, including during peak periods
- Flake ice texture supports hygienic and visually appealing food presentation
- HC refrigerant classification indicates compliance with current environmental regulations
As a modular machine, this unit must be paired with a compatible storage bin — it cannot operate as a standalone dispenser. Installation will require a plumbed water supply, a suitable drain, and appropriate electrical connection. The unit should be sited in a well-ventilated area, as ambient temperature will affect ice production output; performance figures are typically quoted at standard ambient and water temperature conditions. Sufficient clearance for servicing and air circulation should be factored into your kitchen layout planning.
This machine is well suited to hotel kitchens, large restaurant groups, fishmongers, food production facilities, and any operation where a high, consistent volume of flake ice is required for food preparation or display. Smaller operations with modest ice requirements may find a lower-capacity unit more appropriate, while sites running multiple counters or large-scale production may wish to consider higher-output alternatives.
If you are unsure whether this capacity is the right match for your site, or have questions about compatible storage bins and installation requirements, our team is happy to work through the detail with you before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
How do I work out whether 300kg per day is the right production capacity for my operation?
The right capacity depends on how many service periods you run, how much ice is consumed in food display versus preparation, and whether your storage bin can buffer overnight production for morning setup. As a rough guide, a busy seafood counter or large hotel breakfast operation can consume ice quickly, and it is worth mapping your peak demand carefully rather than simply matching the headline figure. If you are unsure, we can help you work through a realistic daily usage estimate before you order.
What installation requirements should I plan for with this machine?
The FM-300AKE-HC-SB requires a plumbed cold water supply, a gravity or pumped drain connection, and a suitable electrical supply — your installer will need to confirm the correct specification for your site. As a modular machine, it also requires a compatible storage bin to be ordered separately. The unit needs adequate ventilation clearance around it, as high ambient temperatures will reduce ice output, so avoid positioning it directly next to high-heat equipment or in poorly ventilated areas.
Why choose flake ice over cube or crushed ice for food display applications?
Flake ice's soft, irregular texture allows it to pack closely around food products, providing even, consistent chilling across the entire surface rather than the isolated contact points you get with cube ice. This reduces temperature variation across a display and avoids the localised freeze damage that can occur with harder ice forms. It is the format most commonly specified for fish, meat, and produce counters for precisely this reason.
- Capacity (kg)
- 140
- Cube shape
- Flake
- External depth
- 700 mm
- External height
- 780 mm
- External width
- 560 mm
- Extra information
- Dimensions with bin: W560 x D820 x H1796 - Weight with bin: 118kg
- Material
- Stainless steel 430, Galvanized steel (Rear)
- Power rating
- 0.9 kW
- Refrigerant
- R290
- Weight
- 81 kg
£3,960.00(£4,752.00 inc VAT)
£3,960.00(£4,752.00 inc VAT)
The Hoshizaki FM-300AKE-HC-SB is a modular flake ice machine producing up to 300kg of soft, granular flake ice per 24-hour period. As a modular unit, it produces ice only — it requires a separate storage bin, allowing operators to size their storage capacity to match their specific service requirements rather than being fixed to an integrated solution.
Flake ice has a high surface-area-to-volume ratio, which means it surrounds and chills food product quickly and evenly. Unlike cube ice, it conforms to irregular shapes and does not cause freeze damage to delicate produce. This makes it particularly effective in food display counters, fish mongers, seafood counters, salad bars, and butchery applications where consistent, gentle chilling is important throughout service. At this production capacity, the machine is capable of supporting busy continuous-service environments where ice demand is sustained across multiple service periods.
From an operational standpoint, the key practical advantages include:
- Rapid, even chilling without freeze damage to delicate food products
- Modular design allows bin storage capacity to be matched independently to demand
- Consistent ice quality throughout service, including during peak periods
- Flake ice texture supports hygienic and visually appealing food presentation
- HC refrigerant classification indicates compliance with current environmental regulations
As a modular machine, this unit must be paired with a compatible storage bin — it cannot operate as a standalone dispenser. Installation will require a plumbed water supply, a suitable drain, and appropriate electrical connection. The unit should be sited in a well-ventilated area, as ambient temperature will affect ice production output; performance figures are typically quoted at standard ambient and water temperature conditions. Sufficient clearance for servicing and air circulation should be factored into your kitchen layout planning.
This machine is well suited to hotel kitchens, large restaurant groups, fishmongers, food production facilities, and any operation where a high, consistent volume of flake ice is required for food preparation or display. Smaller operations with modest ice requirements may find a lower-capacity unit more appropriate, while sites running multiple counters or large-scale production may wish to consider higher-output alternatives.
If you are unsure whether this capacity is the right match for your site, or have questions about compatible storage bins and installation requirements, our team is happy to work through the detail with you before you commit.
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