Invest in an ice machine that can produce ice continuously – Low-risk business model, quick return on investment

If you are in the grocery, beer or beverage business and want to expand your revenue stream or you want to open an ice production facility, investing in an ice machine is a worthy option. With the demand for ice always high – especially in the summer – this model helps you make good use of your existing customers and increase your daily profits.

In particular, ice cube machines with the ability to produce ice cubes continuously are suitable equipment for medium and large-scale facilities, ensuring stable operation and high efficiency. The initial investment cost is not too large, the operation is simple and the capital is quickly recovered – after only a few months if exploited properly.

Let’s find out why more and more people choose this model to expand their business safely and effectively.

Clean ice market potential

Ice cubes are a seemingly simple item but have a huge demand, especially during the current hot season. In residential areas, traditional markets, restaurants, bars, grocery stores… ice cubes are used continuously every day to marinate soft drinks, beer, food, or serve customers on the spot.

It is noteworthy that consumers are increasingly concerned about the quality of ice, prioritizing clean, pure ice – especially in places where it is used directly for mixing or drinking. This is a clear opportunity for those who want to enter the ice market with professional production equipment.

No need to invest in a large factory or a complex production line, just an ice machine capable of continuously producing ice, you can supply regularly to regular customers around the area such as:

• Beer pubs, small drinking establishments
• Soft drink and carbonated water dealer
• Crowded grocery store
• Restaurants and street vendors use ice every day.

With stable consumption and strong demand increasing according to the weather, the clean ice market is truly a large “pie” that has not been systematically exploited by many people, especially in provincial, district or suburban areas.

Benefits of investing in an ice machine that can produce ice continuously

Investing in an ice machine that can produce ice continuously brings many practical benefits to medium and large businesses. First of all, the machine can operate continuously throughout the day, helping to ensure that ice is always available, especially during peak hours or hot seasons – when demand increases sharply.

With a capacity of several hundred kilograms to a ton per day, you can completely serve a variety of customers around the area such as restaurants, soft drink dealers, coffee shops or mobile sales points. The remarkable point is that this model shows clear profits: the selling price of clean ice cubes on the market usually fluctuates from 1,000 to 1,500 VND/kg, while the production cost is only a small part.

If you have a stable number of customers, you can completely recover your investment within 6-10 months. In addition, the machine is quite simple to operate, does not require much effort or labor, very suitable for those who already have a location and want to expand their income source. With reasonable investment costs, low risk and steady daily revenue, this is truly an effective business model that many people are quietly exploiting very successfully.

Cost to invest in ice making system for business

Depending on the production scale and business goals, the investment cost of ice machines  will be different. For medium and large establishments, the initial investment cost can be divided into many specific items as follows:

Cost of purchasing machine:

• Small capacity ice machines from 1 to 3 tons/day cost about 250 – 390 million VND.
• The average machine line from 5 to 10 tons/day fluctuates from 470 – 790 million VND.
• For larger facilities (15 – 30 tons/day), costs will be quoted separately depending on specific requirements – contact 094.110.8888 for advice.

Installation & shipping costs:

• System installation cost: from 5 million VND or more depending on site conditions.
• Cost of transportation and equipment lifting: about 10 – 15 million VND, depending on geographical location.

Cost of 3 phase electricity:

• If the area does not have 3-phase electricity, the cost of pulling the wire can be from 14 million VND or more.
• In case of having to lower a separate transformer station, the cost can range from 300 – 450 million VND, depending on terrain and distance.

Operating costs:

• Electricity consumption: On average, 1 kWh of electricity produces 12–13 kg of ice.
• Clean water: Each ton of finished ice requires about 1.1 m³ of water.

Maintenance and warranty: Periodic maintenance costs include oil changes, machine cleaning, water filter replacement, etc. about 3 million VND/year.

Operating labor: Depending on the machine capacity, you need 1-2 people to operate in rotation, the cost is flexible depending on each locality.

Consulting on choosing the right ice machine for your business needs

Choosing the right type of ice machine from the start will help you save costs, operate stably and meet the needs of customers around the business area. Here are some specific suggestions for each scale:

For grocery stores, small beer and soft drink dealers

If you want to serve regular customers in the area (retail ice, serve beer, sugarcane juice, iced tea, etc.), a machine with a capacity of 1-2 tons/day is a suitable choice. This type costs from 250-300 million, enough to produce clean ice every day without needing a large space or consuming a lot of electricity.

For ice suppliers to many restaurants, pubs, and cafes in the area

You should consider a machine with a capacity of 3 – 5 tons/day. With an investment of about 350 – 500 million, this type of machine helps you meet large amounts of ice, serve many customers at the same time and can expand small retail agents in neighborhoods, industrial parks, markets…

For businesses specializing in distributing ice cubes to residential areas or large restaurants

When you decide to invest systematically and aim for a wider market, you should choose a machine with a capacity of 10 tons/day or more. The investment level ranges from 700 million to more than 1 billion (depending on capacity), but in return, you can supply ice in large quantities to many points of sale, or sign long-term contracts with restaurants, food warehouses, supermarkets…

In addition to capacity, you should also consider factors such as the availability of 3-phase power, water supply, maintenance, replacement of components, and the supplier’s warranty policy. If you are not sure which machine to choose, you can start small to test the market, then gradually expand as demand increases.

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