Mega-Line
Efficient
system concepts
for productivity
in ice making
Pure ice.
Pure emotion.
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Ice cubes and crushed ice bring forth emotions. They stand for freshness
and refreshment and make you want more. Crystal clear ice cubes and
sparkling crushed ice guarantee optimal cooling and attractive presentations. They give cocktails their fascination, quickly bring drinks down
to the right drinking temperature, give buffets that “special flair” and
Hollow
ice cubes
ensure the constant freshness of food and drinks.
Due to the versatile use options and the ever-increasing demand, entirely
new requirements are being made on the production of ice cubes and
crushed ice. WESSAMAT has reacted to these requirements with the
consistent development of the Mega-Line product range, thus setting
fully new standards.
New standards in technology.
New standards in performance.
Full ice cubes
Crushed ice
New standards in quality.
Modular ice making.
Versatile use.
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Ice cubes and crushed ice are in fashion.
Whether on a plane or in a restaurant, in a cocktail bar or on the sun patio, in the cinema or in
a theme park – ice cubes and crushed ice are
becoming more and more popular everywhere.
In the classical gastronomy and hotel business,
event gastronomy and large-scale gastronomic
events as well as in the party service or catering
fields, a constantly increasing demand for ice
cubes and crushed ice is noticeable. The trends
set in the commercial field are also becoming
more and more popular with private customers,
which over the past years has led to a drastically increasing demand, particularly for prepacked ice cubes and crushed ice.
With the Mega-Line product range, WESSAMAT
offers tailor-made solutions for all of these applications – from a single ice maker module on a
storage bin through to process-controlled production systems with freezer, transport systems,
exact weight filling and individual packaging in
bags or thermal containers.
The individual conception of the Mega-Line ice
maker system enables the production of various
types of ice:
■ Hollow ice cubes, format approx. 47 mm
x 34 mm, weight approx. 27 g
■ Full ice cubes, format approx. 30 mm x
30 mm x 22 mm, weight approx. 33 g
■ Crushed ice (ice nuggets in irregular size
and shape)
For this, various different ice making methods
are used and are combined in complex ice making systems and high-performance production
lines. An ice-making capacity of 20 tons and
more in 24 hours is achieved in doing so.
Crystal clear ice cubes and sparkling crushed ice are extremely popular all over the
world – in classical gastronomy, for largescale gastronomic events and also in the
catering and flight catering fields. The
increasing private consumption has also
contributed to the rising demand, which
has particularly made the production and
marketing of pre-packed ice cubes and
crushed ice a profitable business.
High demand. High efficiency.
The highly rising demand from both the commercial and private sectors has particularly
made the production and marketing of ice
cubes and crushed ice – especially as prepacked units – a lucrative business with substantial growth potential and a high degree of
productivity.
Taking into consideration the produced quantitiy of ice and all costs for financing, operation
and maintenance, the return of investment for
the purchase of a Mega-Line ice maker system
can already be reached after 2 years.
Mega-Line ice maker systems also convince by
utmost functionality and efficiency in the production of ice cubes and crushed ice for private
use due to their demand-optimised conception.
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Mega-Line ice making system incl.
dispenser and integrated weighing
technology, production rate
approx. 7,400 kg/24 h
Mega-Line ice making
and filling system,
production rate approx. 20,000 kg/24 h
System configuration (see page 7):
9 ice making modules Z 2005 W each with
approx. 820 kg ice output, water-cooled with 1
cooling tower KT 100. Ice making modules
mounted on dispenser D 2005, PLC control
with visualisation for semi-automatic filling
System configuration (see page 8):
24 ice making modules Z 2005 W each with
approx. 820 kg ice output, water-cooled with
cooling towers. Ice making modules mounted on
stainless steel support structure with storage and
conveying unit, PLC control with visualisation for
fully automatic filling and packaging with tubular
bag machine
Production rate/year *)
approx. 1.780.000 kg
(240 workdays x approx.
7,400 kg ice output/24 h)
Production rate/year *)
approx. 4.800.000 kg
(240 workdays x approx.
20,000 kg ice output/24 h)
Investment costs
approx. 178.000,– E
Assembly, commissioning,
instruction **)
approx. 20.000,– E
Total investment
costs
approx. 198.000,– E
Investment costs
approx. 655.000,– E
Assembly, commissioning,
instruction **)
approx. 45.000,– E
Total investment
costs
approx. 700.000,– E
40.070,– E
Fixed costs/year1)
Fixed costs/year1)
159.535,– E
Variable costs/year2)
352.360,– E
Manufacturing costs/year
+ 8 % admin. overheads
+ 20 % SG&A overheads
+ Costs for cooling logistics
(Storage and transport/
0.20 E/kg x 4,800,000 kg)
511.895,–
40.952,–
102.379,–
960.000,–
Variable costs/year2)
166.500,– E
Manufacturing costs/year
+ 8 % admin. overheads
+ 20 % SG&A overheads
+ Costs for cooling logistics
(Storage and transport/
0.20 E/kg x 1,780,000 kg)
206.570,–
16.525,–
41.314,–
356.000,–
Original costs/year
620.409,– E
Original costs/year
1.615.226,– E
Sales revenue/year
(1.780.000 kg x 0,40 E/kg)
712.000,– E
Sales revenue/year
(4.800.000 kg x 0,40 E/kg)
1.920.000,– E
Net proceeds per year
(Sales revenue ./. actual costs)
Theoretical ROI
***)
E
E
E
E
91.591,– E
approx. 2,2 years
Net proceeds per year
(Sales revenue ./. actual costs)
Theoretical ROI
***)
*)
Possibly occurring thawing losses and breakage shares have not been taken into consideration
**) Actual Installation costs depend on the location and conditions at the place of installation
***) Return of Investment
E
E
E
E
304.774,– E
approx. 2,3 years
The following basic conditions and cost rates
were taken as the basis for the profitability
calculations:
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Calculation of the fixed costs:
8 years average life (AFA)
Calc. interest (8 %, ½ investment volume)
Prophylactic maintenance (2 x per year)
Expenses for premises
Insurance
Calculation of variable costs:
Electricity costs (0.12 E/kWh)
Costs for fresh water 2.20 E/m3
Maintenance and wear
Costs for necessary service staff (full-time
staff and assistants taking into consideration
the amount of ice to be produced)
– Costs for packaging bags (in the respectively
required quantity), 2 kg content, (price per
unit 0.05 E).
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The cost rates applied for cost calculation are
based on real experience values (e. g. for service and maintenance) and on the average
valid cost rates for Germany, Austria,
Switzerland and the Benelux states (e.g. for
electricity, water and labour).
Manual filling.
Cost-effective solution.
Thanks to its modular design, the variable
Mega-Line concept in producing ice cubes and
crushed ice guarantees maximum flexibility and
efficiency. WESSAMAT plans and delivers for you
exactly the system that is tailored to the individual needs, requirements and investment budget. From the low-budget solution for manual
take out to complex production systems with
automated conveying, filling and packaging
technologies, WESSAMAT offers you innovative,
technically sophisticated solutions with a high
degree of reliability and productivity.
Ice making module Z 2000 L/W
(Output: approx. 820 kg ice cubes /24 hours
or approx. 1,640 kg/24 hours with two ice
making modules Z 2000 L/W)
Comfortable flap
for manual ice cube
take out
Insulated stainless steel
storage bin B 750, with
double base for the
drainage of melting
water, capacity 560 kg
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1 ice making module Z 2000 L/W
■ Ice-making output: approx. 820 kg in
24 hours (Ice-making capacity when using
a 2nd ice making module Z 2000 L/W:
approx. 1,640 kg in 24 hours)
■ Dimensions: H 600 mm x
W 1,700 mm x D 850 mm
■ Power consumption: 4.10 kW
■ Mains connection: 400 V/50 Hz*)
■ Weight: 245 kg
■ Design: Stainless steel housing
■ Cooling:
Model Z 2000 W:
Water cooling with fresh water, cooling
tower or water chiller
Model Z 2000 L:
Prepared for the connection to a remote
condenser
*) Special voltages on request
System concept 1
The ice making modules type Z 2000 L/W for modular application practically represent the centrepiece of all Mega-Line ice making systems for the production of hollow ice cubes. These ice making
modules can be combined with other system components (e.g. storage bin, conveying and filling
units) depending on the ice cubes required and the output. The combination of an ice making module Z 2000 L/W (air cooled or water cooled version) with a storage bin for manual ice cube take out
is the starter model of the Mega-Line product range. Ideally suitable for all users with an increased
requirement for ice cubes (up to 820 kg in 24 hours) and for whom automatic filling and further
processing of the ice cubes is out of the question for economic reasons. The required quantity of ice
cubes can be taken as needed from the storage bin, which has a capacity of 560 kg. After taking
out the desired amount of ice cubes, the ice cube production by the ice making module
Z 2000 L/W is automatically resumed until the ice in the storage bin has reached its maximum filling height again.
Apart from water cooling with fresh water, cooling tower or water chiller (model Z 2000 W), this ice
making system is also available as an air cooled model (Z 2000 L) for connection to a remote
condenser. In case of increasing ice cube demand, the ice cube output can be doubled to approx.
1,640 kg in 24 hours by the use of a second ice making module Z 2000 L/W.
B 750 Storage Bin
■ Capacity: 560 kg
■ Dimensions: H 1,100 mm
x W 1,700 mm x D 1,005 mm
■ Empty weight: 150 kg
■ Design: Stainless steel
■ Required floor load capacity:
min. 300 kg/m2
Storage bin B 750 with 1 ice making module
Z 2000 W for the production of
approx. 820 kg ice cubes/24 h.
Variable output.
Automated filling.
Time is money – this simple formula also applies
to the production of pre-packed ice cubes e.g.
for catering firms, gastronomy companies or
private consumers. For the portioned filling of
ice cubes, the dispenser D 705, developed by
WESSAMAT, provides ideal prerequisites.
Dispenser D 705 with integrated
conveying device and automatic,
interval-controlled loosening unit,
storage capacity 480 kg.
Filling unit for the portioned filling of 2 kg - 5 kg
ice cubes
(Portion quantity is firmly
set at the factory)
Ice making module Z 2005 L/W
(Output: approx. 820 kg ice cubes /24
hours or approx. 1,640 kg/24 hours with
two ice making modules Z 2005 L/W)
Dispenser D 705 with 2 ice making modules
Z 2005 L/W for the production of approx.
1,640 kg of ice cubes in 24 hours.
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1 ice making module Z 2005 L/W
■ Ice-making output: approx. 820 kg in
24 hours
(Ice-making capacity when using a 2nd
ice making module Z 2005 L/W:
approx. 1,640 kg in 24 hours)
■ Dimensions: H 600 mm x
W 1,700 mm x D 850 mm
■ Power consumption: 4.10 kW
■ Mains connection: 400 V/50 Hz*)
■ Weight: 245 kg
■ Design: Stainless steel housing
■ Cooling:
Model Z 2005 W:
Water cooling with fresh water, cooling
tower or water chiller
Model Z 2005 L:
Prepared for the connection to a remote
condenser
System concept 2
The dispenser D 705 can be combined with one or two ice making modules of type Z 2005 L/W
for the production, provisioning and filling of ice cubes. Hence, ice outputs of 820 kg or 1,640 kg
of ice cubes in 24 hours can be realised.
The ice cubes are stored in the dispenser which has an interval-controlled loosening mechanism.
The ice cubes are filled in portions by means of an integrated conveying mechanism with semi-automatic filling unit. For this, the weight of the desired ice portion is firmly set at the factory (can be
freely chosen between 2 kg and 5 kg). As an alternative to the portioned filling with constant
weight, the output of the ice cubes can also be controlled by a foot-operated switch. This is useful
for larger containers and wherever no exact weight specifications have to be met. The entire function and control of this ice making system is effected through a PLC control unit, which ensures the
highest degree of dependability and functional reliability.
D 705 Ice Cube Dispenser
■ Dispenser storage capacity: 480 kg
■ Filling output dispenser: 25 - 30 kg per
minute (acc. to the portion size)
■ Dimensions (incl. filling unit, without ice
making module Z 2005 L/W):
H 2,125 mm x W 3,120 mm x D 850 mm
■ Empty weight: 410 kg
■ Power consumption: 1,10 kW
■ Mains connection: 400 V/50 Hz*)
■ Design: Housing, storage bin and filling
unit made from stainless steel
■ Required floor load capacity:
min. 800 kg/m2
*) Special voltages on demand
2 ice making modules Z 2005 L/W,
mounted on dispenser D 705 with
an integrated conveying unit and
semi-automatic filling unit for the
portioned filling of ice cubes.
Getting started in ice cube production from
2.5 tons and more in 24 hours begins with
modular ice making systems, which are based
on the high-performance ice cube dispenser
D 2005. This dispenser has a capacity of 1,100 kg.
The automatic, interval-controlled loosening
facility prevents the ice cubes from freezing
together. The ice can be filled in portions (set to
a constant weight between 2 kg and 5 kg at the
factory) or by means of a foot-operated switch
(continuously variable).
Dispenser D 2005 for the storage and semi-automatic filling of
ice cubes in combination with 9 ice making modules Z 2005 L/W.
Output approx. 7,380 kg ice cubes in 24 hours.
Dispenser D 2005 with 6 or 9 ice making modules Z 2005 L/W for the production of approx.
4,920 kg or 7,380 kg of ice cubes in 24 hours.
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9 ice making modules Z 2005 L/W
■ Ice-making output: approx. 7,380 kg in
24 hours
■ Dimensions per module: H 600 mm x
W 1,700 mm x D 850 mm
■ Power consumption: 4.10 kW per module
■ Mains connection: 400 V/50 Hz*)
■ Weight: 245 kg per module
■ Design: Stainless steel housing
■ Cooling:
Model Z 2005 W:
Water cooling with fresh water, cooling
tower or water chiller
Model Z 2005 L:
Prepared for the connection to a remote
condenser
System concept 3
Ice making modules of the type Z 2005 L/W, of
which up to 9 modules can be installed on the
dispenser D 2005, ensure the production of the
required quantity of ice cubes. Due to the quantity of the modules to be installed (max. 3 modules can be installed on top of one another), the
respective output can also be gradually adapted
to the actual requirements (up to max. 7,380 kg).
Furthermore, the modular construction enables
the selective activation and deactivation of individual ice making modules, in order to adapt the
ice output to the fluctuating ice cube demand
(e.g. seasonal fluctuation). The dependable
function and operational reliability of the system
is guaranteed by a PLC control unit.
D 2005 Ice Cube Dispenser
■ Dispenser capacity: 1,100 kg
■ Filling output dispenser: 25 - 30 kg per
minute (acc. to the portion size)
■ Power consumption: 2.0 kW
■ Mains connection: 400 V/50 Hz*)
■ Empty weight: approx. 1,100 kg
■ Dimensions with filling unit: (without ice
making modules)
H 2,150 mm x W 1,940 mm x D 4,070 mm
■ Design: Housing, storage bin and filling
unit made from stainless steel
■ Required floor load capacity:
min. 1,200 kg/m2
*) Special voltages on demand
Portioned filling of ice
cubes with the
dispenser D 2005.
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Ice making system with storage and conveying
unit, refrigeration via a multicompressor
refrigeration system, production output
approx. 23,000 kg ice cubes/24 h
(figure above).
Process-controlled production.
Highest degree of efficiency.
System concept 4
For the powerful, individually designed large-scale systems for the production and filling of ice cubes
via storage and conveying containers, the product line name “Mega-Line” is an appropriate description. Mega powerful, mega productive and mega-economical, when it comes to the production and
filling of 16,000 kg of ice cubes and more in 24 hours.
The basis for this system conception is formed by the well coordinated drive, monitoring and control units. The ice making modules of type Z 2005 are installed in the required amount on stainless
steel support frames and supplied with central refrigeration. If an overall refrigeration supply with
brine as the refrigeration element is planned or already exists, the ice making modules can also be
configured for this refrigeration type.
The ice produced in the ice making modules glides into the storage and conveying unit, which has
an interval-controlled loosening function. From here, the ice cubes are transported via conveyor
belts and frosters (option) to a fully automatic tubular bag machine. For these systems, the weight
for the various packaging units can be individually adjusted by the user at the packaging machine.
Touch screen display with visualised menu
guidance for user-friendly control and checking
of the ice making system (figure above).
Storage and conveying unit with integrated
loosening function. (Figure below).
The dependable function of the system is guaranteed by a PLC control unit. The filling volume
of the storage and conveying unit is monitored
by light barriers. The central control and monitoring of all system components is enabled by
the visualised representation of all processes at
the control station.
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A plexiglass cover on the conveying unit prevents direct access and the contamination of
dirt and foreign particles. This is an important
aspect for operational safety and hygiene in the
production and further processing of ice cubes
coming under the drinking water legislation.
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The system concept can be planned very variably and in a customised manner with regard to
the ice output and downstream conveying and
packaging units. This system concept should be
designed with at least 20 ice making modules
of type Z 2005 L/W (for an ice output of more
then 16 tons in 24 hours) for fast amortisation
and high profitability. Furthermore, the extension of the system with additional ice making
modules is possible. This way the required ice
capacity can be successively adapted to an
increasing demand. This system conception is
the ideal solution for the production of large
quantities of ice cubes, which are marketed in
bags or other containers.
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Stainless steel support structure
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Ice making modules Z 2005 W/Z/S
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Storage and conveying unit with interval-controlled loosening function
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Conveyor belt (Z shape)
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Control station with visualisation of the operating statuses
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Tubular bag packaging machine
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Delivery belt for end packaging (e.g. cardboard boxes, polystyrene containers or pallets)
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X Ice making modules Z 2005 W/Z/S
■ Ice-making output: from 16,000 kg in
24 hours
■ System dimensions: Depending on the
system configuration
■ Power consumption: Depending on the
system configuration
■ Mains connection: 400 V/50 Hz*)
Hollow ice cubes on conveyor belt to the packaging machine.
■ Weight: Depending on the system configuration
■ Design: Stainless steel housing
■ Cooling:
Model Z 2005 W:
Water cooling with fresh water, cooling
tower or water chiller
Model Z 2005 Z:
Cooling via central refrigeration
Model Z 2005 S:
Cooling with brine as the cooling agent
Storage and conveying unit
■ Capacity: 200 kg to 1,600 kg
■ Conveying capacity: 25 - 30 kg per minute
■ Power consumption: 1.50 kW
■ Mains connection: 400 V/50 Hz*)
■ Total system dimensions: Depending on
the system configuration
■ Design: Housing, storage bin and filling
unit made from stainless steel
■ Required floor load capacity:
min. 400 kg/m2
*) Special voltages on demand
Automatic packaging station with tubular bag packaging machine and box strapping.
Various types of ice:
Different production methods.
Various types of ice can be produced to customer requirements with Mega-Line ice making
systems. To produce hollow ice cubes, full ice
cubes or crushed ice, the use of different ice
making methods is necessary. The concept of
the respective ice making system depends on
the individual demands on the quantity of the
desired type of ice and the degree of automation of the ice making system for the respective
application case.
In order to produce the desired quantity of hollow ice cubes, full ice cubes or crushed ice, several ice making modules applying the same procedure can be combined respectively. They form
the centrepiece of each Mega-Line ice making
system in combination with other system components.
Hollow ice cubes
Format approx. 47 mm x 34 mm
Weight approx. 27 g
Full ice cubes
Format approx. 30 mm x 30 mm x 22 mm
Weight approx. 33 g
Crushed-Ice
(ice nuggets in irregular size and shape)
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Hollow ice cubes
Crystal-clear hollow ice cubes are the premium product of Mega-Line ice making systems. Compared
with full ice cubes, hollow ice cubes have a larger surface and a faster and more intensive cooling
effect. Furthermore, they are very popular with users and consumers due to their shape.
The hollow ice cubes are produced according to the principle of centrifugal technology. For this,
the water supplied for the production process is sprayed against the evaporator finger, on which
the conical ice cubes are formed during the freezing phase. The ice cubes are released from the
evaporator fingers when they have reached their set size and the thawing phase is initiated. Approx.
820 kg of hollow ice cubes/24 h can be produced with one ice making module.
In the thawing phase the hollow ice cubes detach from the evaporator fingers.
Principle of the centrifugal technology:
Ice making process (figure above)
Thawing phase (figure below)
Full ice cubes
As opposed to the hollow ice cubes, the solid
full ice cubes release their cooling effect more
slowly and constantly. Therefore there are also
good, comprehensible arguments for the use of
full ice cubes – and in various branches and
regions, the typical mental image of an ice cube
is the classical, square shape. Horizontal plate
evaporator systems in modular construction are
used in Mega-Line ice making systems for the
production of these square ice cubes.
Full ice cubes are sized approx. 30 x 30 x 22 mm with a weight of approx. 33 g.
Horizontal type evaporator system
Transport of the full ice cubes to the conveyor belt.
Storage conveyor with full ice cubes.
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Crushed-Ice
Another very popular type of ice with increasing demand is crushed ice. Not only the global triumph
of Caipirinhas, Mojitos, Caipiroskas and other cocktails and soft drinks on crushed ice basis is responsible for this. Crushed ice differs substantially with regard to appearance, consistency and cooling
behaviour from flake or even scale ice, which is produced in freezing cylinders with a spiral conveyor or with rotating evaporator rollers, on the surface of which a layer of ice is formed.
The original products for the production of crushed ice at WESSAMAT are always crystal-clear,
hygienically perfect hollow ice cubes, which are automatically shredded after production in one of
the downstream stainless steel mills. Thus, sparkling ice nuggets of firm consistency in irregular
shapes and sizes are made. Due to its appearance and cooling properties, crushed ice is preferably
used to make cocktails and for the attractive presentation and consistent cooling of food and drinks.
Crystal-clear crushed ice is produced by the mechanical grinding of hollow ice cubes.
Crusher mill
Individual refrigeration supply.
Effective cooling.
In order to achieve the maximum production
output of ice making systems, the selection of
the type of cooling and refrigeration supply is of
great significance. For this, economical and ecological arguments (e.g. fresh water supply and
treatment costs for fresh water) and the individual prerequisites at the application location (climate, spatial conditions, room temperature etc.)
are taken into consideration. Various methods
can be used for the cooling and refrigeration
supply of Mega-Line ice making systems:
■ Air cooling with remote condenser
■ Water cooling with fresh water
■ Water cooling with a cooling tower
■ Water cooling with a water chiller
■ Central multicompressor refrigeration supply
with refrigerating agent
■ Central refrigeration supply with brine as
refrigeration agent (warm brine and cold
brine)
By means of these alternative methods it is possible to individually plan the cooling and refrigeration supply, thus optimising water consumption. An important contribution to the reduction
of operating costs and a concrete example of
the high degree of flexibility and adaptability of
this variable system concept.
Cooling tower system consisting of 3 cooling
towers, type KT 100, for the cooling of
max. 27 water-cooled ice making modules
Z 2005 W.
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Air cooling with remote condenser
A condenser is installed for each ice making unit
outside the building (e.g. on the outer wall or
on the roof of the building). Hence, the heating
up of the rooms in the vicinity of the ice making
system is prevented.
Water cooling with fresh water
In the case of a water cooling system without cooling tower, a relatively high requirement of cooling
water arises depending on the environmental temperature and ice production. This water is expelled
unused as wastewater when operated without a
cooling tower, which cannot be approved in most
cases for ecological and economical reasons. For
this reason the cooling with fresh water function
is basically only used when the ice cube production is comparatively low and cooling water is
available at a low cost in adequate supply.
Water cooling with a cooling tower
In this version, a cooling water circulation is
established between the individual ice makers
and the cooling towers. The water in the cooling water system permanently circulates between the ice makers and the cooling tower,
which is installed in the outdoor area of the
building. When using this cooling method, only
the fresh water lost by evaporation must be
replaced. As several ice making units can be
connected to one cooling tower, this method is an
economical and environmentally friendly solution.
Water cooling with a water chiller
The Mega-Line ice making systems can be prepared for connection to a water chiller or can
be delivered with a water chiller. By means of
the water chiller – also referred to as a water
cooler or process cooler – the system is continuously supplied with cooling water with a constant temperature. Therefore external temperature related fluctuation in the ice output (e.g.
due to high external temperatures or large temperature differences between day and night or
winter and summer) can be minimised. A high
temperature accuracy is maintained even during temporary temperature peaks, thus guaranteeing a consistently high ice output. Due to
the closed cooling water circuit, the system is
permanently supplied with clean cooling water,
independently of the water quality on site. This
makes this type of cooling a very low-maintenance, user-friendly variant, which also requires
very little space due to its compact construction.
Central refrigeration supply with cooling
agent
The central refrigeration supply is the most
effective solution in terms of energy for the
operation of a high-performance ice making
system of the Mega-Line product range. For
this, a tailored refrigeration supply is designed
on the basis of the individual requirements (ice
cube requirement, filling quantity etc.), which
offers a continuous ice output with the highest
possible economic efficiency. Due to the investment costs, which arise from the installation of
a central refrigeration supply, this variant of
refrigeration supply can be recommended for
systems with ice outputs of more than 7 tons in
24 hours.
Central refrigeration supply with brine as
refrigeration agent (warm brine and cold
brine)
The ice making systems of the Mega-Line product range can be operated with liquid brine as
the direct refrigeration agent. The use of brine
as a refrigeration agent is particularly useful,
when an entire building complex is supplied
with brine for refrigeration. When planning an
ice making system in which brine is used as the
refrigerating agent, the temperature levels and
flow rates of the brine units must be determined prior to installation in agreement with
WESSAMAT, so that a continuous ice production and therefore also the full ice output can
be reached.
Innovative technology.
First-class quality.
The decision for an ice making system from the
Mega-Line product range is a decision for a highquality product “Made in Germany”. The symbiosis of innovative technology, high-quality materials and long-standing experience guarantee
top quality and the highest possible degree of
performance and reliability. For this, the individual requirements of the customers are taken into
consideration from planning through to aftersales service, and quality is produced through
to the smallest detail. Powerful machinery and
first-class technicians ensure excellence in development, construction, production and service.
The prerequisite for this is the use of hygienically perfect drinking water, whose total hardness
should not exceed 8°dH (German hardness levels). For drinking water with a higher degree of
hardness, the use of pre-treated (softened)
drinking water is required to ensure continuous
operation and production of crystal-clear ice
cubes and sparkling crushed ice.
When it comes to production, use and marketing of ice cubes, people often forget that this
foodproduct must meet the highest requirements and hygiene regulations. Therefore the
compliance to hygienic standards must be
ensured for production, storage and filling.
The machines and systems developed by
WESSAMAT as well as the automatic control and
monitoring units in conjunction with regular
maintenance and hygienic cleaning ensure that
the quality of ice cubes and crushed ice is as it
should be.
Before final assembly, the output of the
ice making system is checked and
documented in the test field.
(Figure above)
Before delivery, all functions of the
system components are checked within
the framework of the quality control.
(Figure below)
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Competent advice.
Customised solutions.
The concept of a customer-oriented Mega-Line
ice making system begins with the competent
consultation and a detailed requirement analysis. For this, the individual requirements of the
customer and the specific conditions at the
place of installation are taken into consideration. The effective combination of the various
system components for ice making, cooling,
refrigeration supply, storage, filling and packaging requires extensive know-how and practiceoriented experience in the planning, conception, production and installation of high-performance ice making systems.
In cooperation with internationally active planning, refrigeration and refrigeration logistics
companies, WESSAMAT has realised numerous
large-scale projects for bulk consumers, ice factories and renowned airlines and airline catering companies (e.g. LSG Sky Chefs, Gate
Gourmet, Emirates Flight Catering in Dubai and
Air Algérie in Alger) with ice outputs of up to a
total of 80 tons in 24 hours. Not everyone can
do that – but we can do it anywhere! In
Germany. In Europe. World-wide.
If you are interested in a powerful ice making
system for private use or for the marketing of ice
cubes and crushed ice, WESSAMAT is guaranteed to be your competent partner. Together
with you, we plan a tailor-made solution for
your project, which exactly matches your
requirements. For your inquiry and an initial
basic price quotation, please use the requirement analysis “Mega-Line” (available as an
Internet download at www.wessamat.de) or let
one of our application specialists advise you.
The high-performance and complex ice making
systems of the Mega-Line product range are
planned in agreement with the customer.
(Figure above)
The entire system is designed and the
construction drawings compiled on the basis of
a detailed requirement profile. (Figure below)
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WESSAMAT Eismaschinenfabrik GmbH
Kaiserslautern factory
www.wessamat.de
WESSAMAT
EISMASCHINENFABRIK GMBH
Marie-Curie-Str. 1 · 67661 Kaiserslautern/Germany
Phone: +49 63 01-79 10 0 · Fax: +49 63 01-79 10 20
e-Mail: [email protected]