Industrial Ice Machine 5 Tons/Day — The #1 Choice for Startups
Overview
The 5-ton/day industrial ice machine (producing ~5,000 kg of pure ice cubes daily) is the most popular model for small and medium businesses in Vietnam and Cambodia. It offers the perfect balance between capacity and investment cost.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 kg/day (24h continuous) |
| Technology | Direct Cooling System |
| Power | 380V - 3 phase |
| Consumption | ~45-55 kWh |
| Ice size | Tube ice Ø29mm, length 35-45mm |
| Water source | Municipal or filtered well water |
| Compressor | Bitzer/Copeland (Germany/USA) |
| Material | Full SUS304 stainless steel |
Who Should Invest?
1. F&B Startups in HCMC
With over 540,000 food & beverage establishments in Ho Chi Minh City, the demand for clean ice is enormous. A 5-ton machine serves 50-80 cafes/restaurants daily.
2. Small-Scale Ice Factories
Reasonable initial investment with 12-18 month payback period and 30-40% profit margins.
3. Cold Storage & Supply Chains
Supply ice to mini-mart systems, supermarkets, and regional distributors.
Investment & ROI
Projected ROI
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| 5-ton ice machine | Contact for quote |
| Water + electrical system | ~$2,000-3,500 |
| Factory rental | ~$600-1,000/month |
Projected Revenue
- Output: 5,000 kg/day × 25 days = 125 tons/month
- Wholesale price: $0.12-0.16/kg
- Revenue: $15,000-20,000/month
- Operating cost: ~$6,000-8,000/month
- Net profit: $7,000-12,000/month
Why Choose King Ice?
- Premium compressors — Bitzer (Germany) or Copeland (USA), 15-20 year lifespan
- Full SUS304 stainless steel — Food safety certified
- 2-year warranty — 24/7 technical support
- Free installation — Full service in HCMC and Southern Vietnam
- Deferred payment — "Get machine first, pay 6 months later" for F&B startups
Service Coverage
King Ice installs 5-ton machines across Southern Vietnam & Cambodia:
- Ho Chi Minh City: All districts
- Binh Duong, Dong Nai, Long An
- Can Tho & Mekong Delta provinces
- Cambodia: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville
Contact King Ice:
- Hotline: 0989 777 777
- Email: thien.mba@gmail.com
- Website: kingice.vn
