Food Grade Dry Ice Maker Machine Provide Efficient Solutions in Food Processing Plants
In the food processing industry, keeping food fresh and safe is crucial. With advances in technology, food grade dry ice maker machines have become an ideal tool for food processors to preserve food. In this article, we’ll give you an overview of how dry ice pellet makers work, the types and sizes of pellets they produce for food preservation, and why a Shuliy commercial dry ice maker is the perfect choice for you.
Why Dry Ice Pellets Can Be Used for Food Preservation?
Unlike ordinary ice, dry ice is made from carbon dioxide. Dry ice maker machines use liquid carbon dioxide (CO₂) as the raw material and convert it into solid dry ice pellets through high pressure and low temperature technology. These pellets have an extremely low temperature, ensuring a cold food storage environment.
Dry ice pellets sublimate directly into gas at room temperature, leaving no residue to contaminate food, especially perishable foods such as seafood and fruits. Shuliy therefore recommends the use of dry ice in food processing plants for preservation and transport.
Quality Level of Food Grade Dry Ice Pellets
Raw material purity: Dry ice pellets are typically 99.9 per cent pure or higher. High purity CO₂ ensures that the dry ice is free of impurities and avoids contamination of food.
Pellet size is important: Depending on the type of food and the transportation period, different sizes of pellets can be produced using dry ice, Shuliy recommends 1-3mm (small pellets) or 3-5mm (medium pellets).
Contamination-free production environment: Ensure that dry ice pellets meet food safety standards for direct food contact. Dry ice pellets must be produced in a dust-free environment to avoid microbiological or foreign body contamination.
Odourless dry ice pellets: Food grade dry ice should be completely odourless to avoid affecting the flavour and quality of the food.
Packaging and storage safety: Ensure that the dry ice pellets remain pure and efficient until use. Dry ice pellets should be packaged in food grade packaging materials and stored in a low temperature environment. We recommend the use of a dry ice storage tank to avoid contamination and rapid sublimation.
Types of Pellets Our Food Grade Dry Ice Makers Can Produce
Shuliy commercial dry ice pellet maker machines are capable of producing a wide range of dry ice pellet sizes to meet different food processing needs, the larger size it is, the slower sublimation it has. The following is our suggestions of pellets size for food preservation, you can adjust whatever you need according to your materials and situation.
| Pellet Size | Characteristics of food presrvation | Applicable Scenarios |
| Small pellets (1-3 mm) | fast sublimation speed, quickly reduce the food temperature | short-distance transport and short-term preservation, such as baked goods, raw meat and seafood. |
| Medium particles (3-5mm) | balanced sublimation speed | medium to long distance transport and medium freshness cycles, such as dairy products, frozen foods and prepared meals. |
| Large particles (5-10 mm) | larger particles, slower sublimation rate, longer preservation time | long-distance transport and long-term freshness preservation, e.g. frozen vegetables, fruits and ice-cream. |
Shuliy Food Grade Dry Ice Maker Machine for Sale
Dry Ice Pellet Making Machine
Dry ice maker machine is an efficient solution for food processing plants to preserve food. By producing dry ice pellets in different sizes, our machines are able to meet a variety of food preservation needs, ensuring the freshness and safety of food. If you are looking for an efficient, environmentally friendly and reliable food preservation tool, our dry ice pellet machines are the ideal choice.
Contact us today to learn more about our dry ice pellet machines and find the perfect preservation solution for your food processing plant!
