TECHNICAL INFORMATION
| Total Ice Making Capacity: | 500 kg /day |
| Water Type: | Fresh (City) Water |
| Ice Making Cap. (Per Hour): | 20,83 Kg |
| Ice Thickness: | ~1,8 – 2 mm |
| Power Supply: | 380-415 V, 3 Faz, 50-60Hz |
| Ice Temperature: | Minus 5˚C |
| Refrigerant: | Freon R404A |
| Unit Weight: | 250 KG |
| Unit Dimensions: | 120cm*120cm*100cm |
| Power Consumption: | 2,94 KW/h |
| Compressor Capacity: | 3 HP |
| Condenser and Capacity: | Air Condenser / 7550 M³/H |
You do not need a large factory to benefit from professional ice production. For a fish shop, seafood market, restaurant, butcher, supermarket or small food processing business, having fresh ice available exactly when it is needed can make a significant difference in product quality, daily operating costs and customer satisfaction.
The Tamutom FIM500 500 kg/day Flake Ice Machine brings professional flake ice technology to businesses with moderate daily ice requirements. Producing up to 500 kg of fresh water flake ice every 24 hours, it offers an excellent balance between compact dimensions, production capacity and industrial reliability.
Instead of depending on daily ice deliveries, small businesses can produce their own hygienic flake ice on site and take greater control of their cold chain.
Choosing a smaller ice machine should not mean compromising on professional performance.
With an hourly production capacity of approximately 20.83 kg, the FIM500 provides a continuous supply of thin flake ice throughout the working day. The machine produces flakes approximately 1.8–2 mm thick at an ice temperature of around -5°C.
Its compact dimensions make the FIM500 particularly attractive for businesses where available space is limited but reliable ice production remains essential.
This makes it a practical entry point for companies that want to move from purchased ice to independent, on-site production without investing in an unnecessarily large ice plant.
Presentation matters when customers buy fresh products.
Fish, shrimp, shellfish, meat and fresh produce must not only remain cold; they also need to look fresh and appealing throughout the day. Flake ice spreads easily around products and provides a large contact surface, helping distribute cooling effectively across display counters and storage containers.
Its thin, irregular structure allows it to surround products more evenly than larger pieces of ice. This makes flake ice for seafood and fish displays particularly popular in businesses where freshness and visual presentation directly influence purchasing decisions.
For a small fish market or seafood retailer, professional ice can become part of the customer experience rather than simply a refrigeration necessity.
Buying more capacity than your operation requires can increase investment and operating costs unnecessarily. Buying too little capacity, on the other hand, can leave your business dependent on external suppliers during busy periods.
The 500 kg/day commercial flake ice machine offers a practical middle ground for businesses with consistent but moderate ice consumption.
It is particularly suitable for:
Fish shops and seafood markets
Small fishing businesses
Restaurants and professional kitchens
Butcher shops and meat counters
Supermarkets and fresh food displays
Small food processing facilities
Fruit and vegetable retailers
Local food distribution businesses
Small cold storage operations
Hotels and hospitality businesses
For businesses taking their first step into professional ice production, the FIM500 offers industrial technology in a manageable capacity.
For many small businesses, purchasing bagged or delivered ice may initially appear convenient. Over time, however, regular purchases, transportation, storage requirements and unexpected supply shortages can become an operational burden.
Producing ice directly at your business changes this equation.
With an on-site flake ice machine, ice is available according to your own production schedule. This provides greater control over hygiene, availability and daily operations while reducing dependence on third-party suppliers.
For businesses operating in warm coastal areas, tourist destinations or busy fresh food markets, this independence can be particularly valuable during peak seasons.
Space is valuable in restaurants, seafood shops, markets and small production facilities.
The Tamutom FIM500 has been developed with this reality in mind. Its compact industrial design allows professional ice production to be integrated into businesses where installing a large ice plant would not be practical.
Despite its relatively small footprint, the machine incorporates professional refrigeration technology designed for reliable daily operation.
This combination of compact size and commercial ice production capacity makes the FIM500 an attractive solution for businesses that need serious performance without oversized equipment.
The FIM500 uses fresh city water to produce clean flake ice suitable for applications where ice may come into direct contact with food products.
For seafood retailers, restaurants, supermarkets and food processors, controlling the source of the water and producing ice directly on site provides an important advantage in maintaining consistent hygiene standards.
Freshly produced flake ice can be used immediately for product displays, processing, temporary storage or cooling applications throughout the working day.
Professional ice production does not always begin with several tons per day.
For many businesses, 500 kg of flake ice per day is the right starting point: enough capacity to establish an independent ice supply without investing in equipment designed for much larger industrial operations.
As your business grows, Tamutom offers a wide range of higher-capacity flake ice machines, allowing your ice production infrastructure to develop alongside your operation.
The FIM500 therefore represents more than a small flake ice machine. It can be the first step toward a more controlled, professional and scalable cold chain.
500 kg/day flake ice production capacity
Approximately 20.83 kg/hour production
Compact solution for small and growing businesses
Fresh water flake ice production
Thin 1.8–2 mm flake ice
Ice temperature around -5°C
Ideal for seafood and fresh food displays
Suitable for professional daily operation
Reduced dependence on external ice suppliers
Manufacturer-direct industrial ice technology
The Tamutom FIM500 500 kg/day Flake Ice Machine is designed for businesses that have outgrown temporary ice solutions but do not require a large industrial ice plant. Compact, professional and practical, it gives small businesses the opportunity to produce their own flake ice, protect product freshness and build a more reliable cold chain from day one.
