Type: Flake ice (chip type)
Temperature: - 0.5°C
Size: Large flake/chip
In common with all other types of flake ice, macro ice consists of irregular chips or flakes of ice. In the case of macro ice, these flakes are very large and thick, making this the slowest melting of all the flake ice types. Some typical uses for macro ice are:
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Large flake size of approx. 34 x 20-56mm |
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The large, thick flakes of macro ice make it ideal where the longevity of the ice is the main concern. It was originally developed for use in the warm climates of Africa where they wanted the benefits of flake ice but with a larger flake with a lower surface area for maximum storage life at high ambient temperatures. This has made it a very popular flake type for applications with similar problems in the UK. |
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10mm thickness makes macro ice very long lasting |
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| This image shows how large the flakes are compared to other types. This along with its optimum temparature gives macro ice exceptional storage characterics. This ice will outlast any other flake type, it will never freeze together and its slightly curved shape means that it does not slide out of the door so readily when the bunker is opened, reducing a potential hazard. |  |
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Macro ice in hand for scale |
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This macro ice had been stored in an open crate for three days, as you can see it still remains loose and friable for easy shovelling and spreading. | |
Macro ice always stays loose and friable |
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