A dry ice briquette machine is an industrial automatic pressing‑forming device that converts liquid carbon dioxide into high‑density solid dry ice briquettes through hydraulic compression and cryogenic cooling.
With production capacity ranging from 120 kg/h up to 500 kg/h, this dry ice press delivers dry ice briquettes at density of 1450‑1550 kg/m³, featuring high CO₂ conversion rate, adjustable block thickness and PLC intelligent control.
It is widely deployed for cold‑chain logistics, food preservation, medical low‑temperature storage, dry‑ice blasting cleaning, stage fog‑effect production and commercial dry‑ice manufacturing plants, helping dry‑ice producers raise output, cut raw‑material costs and maintain consistent briquette quality.
Why Choose an Automatic Dry Ice Briquette Machine?
Traditional dry‑ice block‑making equipment often suffers low CO₂ utilization (below 40%), frequent shutdown failures, heavy manual dependence, fixed product dimensions and poor corrosion resistance, raising long‑term operating and maintenance costs. Modern dry ice briquette machines solve these pain points for dry‑ice manufacturers, gas suppliers and cold‑chain enterprises.
- Higher raw‑material utilization to lower CO₂ procurement expense.
- Stable continuous production and reduce unplanned downtime.
- High‑level automation to cut labor input and operator error.
- Flexible dimension adjustment to satisfy diverse client orders.
- Food‑grade stainless‑steel build to fit food and pharmaceutical hygiene requirements.
Core Advantages of Dry Ice Briquette Press
Industry‑Leading CO₂ Conversion Rate ≥43.5%
Optimized hydraulic compression and low‑temperature molding systems guarantee ≥43.5 % dry‑ice conversion efficiency. With identical liquid‑CO₂ feed volume, users obtain more sellable dry‑ice briquettes and reduce raw‑material waste, directly lifting profit margins for every ton of finished dry‑ice products. Dry‑ice briquette density reaches 1450‑1550 kg/m³, featuring slow sublimation and longer cold‑retention performance for logistics transport.
Premium International Electrical Components
The dry ice briquette machine adopts world‑class electric parts to guarantee stable signal transmission and equipment protection:
- Siemens PLC & HMI Touch Screen: serves as the intelligent control core. Operators adjust briquette thickness, production cycle and extrusion pressure on‑screen; new staff can master operation quickly with minimal human error.
- Schneider contactors & circuit breakers: withstand frequent start‑stop cycles of continuous industrial production, offering overload and short‑circuit protection for motors to extend machine service life and lower maintenance costs.
- Omron intermediate relays: realize instant, precise signal sync among feeding, compression and ejection procedures to ensure uniform quality for every dry‑ice briquette.
Full‑Automatic Operation, Low Labor Demand
Controlled by PLC system, the whole workflow including liquid CO₂ feeding, compression, cryo‑molding and automatic demoulding runs without manual intervention. One single operator can supervise multiple units simultaneously, greatly decreasing labor cost for dry‑ice factories.
Flexible Adjustable Dry‑Ice Briquette Sizes
Standard briquette dimension is 125 × 105 mm, with thickness adjustable from 10 mm to 70 mm directly via touch‑screen setting. Custom sizes are supported upon request. Producers can switch specifications to meet demands of cold‑chain delivery, industrial cleaning, catering and event special‑effect markets, enhancing product competitiveness.
Food‑Grade 304 Stainless‑Steel Construction
All components contacting carbon dioxide are built with 304 food‑grade stainless steel, anti‑corrosion and rust‑proof. It satisfies strict hygiene standards for food and medical‑grade dry‑ice production, also prolonging machine service lifespan under harsh workshop environment.
Multiple Models for Different Production Scales
Equipment covers hourly capacity 120‑500 kg/h. Voltage, machine dimension and dry‑ice briquette specifications support customisation, matching small‑size workshops all the way to large‑capacity full automatic dry‑ice production lines.
Dry Ice Briquette Machine Working Principle & Production Process
This dry‑ice briquette press runs fully‑automated continuous production mode. The complete briquette‑forming cycle contains five key steps without manual participation:
- Liquid CO₂ feeding: Liquid carbon dioxide is transported through dedicated pipelines into high‑pressure compression chamber.
- High‑pressure hydraulic compression: Hydraulic system continuously compresses liquid CO₂ to boost dry‑ice density.
- Heat‑exchange cryogenic cooling: Compressed CO₂ flows through heat‑exchange unit and is cooled down to critical temperature −78.5 °C.
- Pressure release and briquette forming: After pressure relief, liquid CO₂ rapidly solidifies into high‑density dry‑ice briquettes.
- Automatic demoulding & discharge: Finished dry‑ice briquettes eject automatically. Operators collect finished products manually or connect output end with conveyor and storage systems for seamless line integration.
SL‑KZ Series Dry Ice Briquette Machine Main Specifications
| 94.5 كيلو واط | SL‑KZ‑120 | SL‑KZ‑240 | SL‑KZ‑500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| السعة (كجم/ساعة) | 120‑180 | 200‑300 | ~500 |
| CO₂ Conversion Rate | ≥43.5% | ≥43.5% | ≥43.5% |
| Dry‑Ice Briquette Size | 125×105×(10‑70) mm | 125×105×(18‑70) mm | Customizable |
| Dry‑Ice Density(kg/m³) | 1450‑1550 | 1450‑1550 | 1300‑1500 |
| Total Power(kW) | 4‑4.5 | 7.5‑8 | 13.5 |
| Machine Weight(kg) | 350‑360 | 800 | 4500 |
Note: Parameters can be customised according to production output, briquette dimension, local voltage and on‑site installation requirements.
Main Application Scenarios for Dry‑Ice Briquettes
Dry‑ice briquettes produced by this machine own high density and slow sublimation features, widely applied across multiple industries:
- Cold‑chain & food preservation: Long‑time low‑temp transport for seafood, meat, dairy and temperature‑sensitive perishable goods.
- Medical and laboratory field: Cold storage and shipment for vaccines, biological samples and lab reagents.
- Dry‑ice blasting cleaning: High‑density dry‑ice briquettes supply for mould, mechanical equipment, auto‑parts and food‑plant surface cleaning.
- Stage & film special‑effects: Generate dense fog atmosphere for concerts, wedding events, theatre and movie shooting.
- Commercial dry‑ice manufacturing: Serve gas companies and dry‑ice distributors for mass dry‑ice block supply business.
Dry Ice Briquette Machine FAQs
What is the difference between dry ice briquette machine and dry ice pelletizer?
Dry ice briquette machine produces solid block‑shaped dry‑ice briquettes with slow sublimation for long‑time cold preservation; dry‑ice pelletizer makes granular dry‑ice pellets mostly for blasting cleaning and short‑distance shipping. Two devices can be combined to form one integrated production line.
Can I change dry‑ice briquette thickness during production?
Yes. Operators adjust thickness parameter directly on Siemens touch HMI without replacing mould, supporting quick switch of product specifications.
Does the machine support custom voltage for overseas market?
Custom voltage, frequency and dimension are available, adapting for different countries and regional power‑supply standards.
خاتمة
أ dry ice briquette machine provides an efficient way to transform loose dry ice material into compact blocks. It offers adjustable production capacity, controllable block dimensions, and automated operation, making it suitable for food, medical, logistics, and industrial applications.
For customers planning a commercial dry ice business, the appropriate model can be selected according to required hourly output, block size, CO₂ supply, application, and future production demand. We also offer a dry ice pellet machine for customers who need to produce dry ice pellets for different applications. Welcome to contact us for more information, machine configurations, and competitive quotations.