Ice machine for Concrete Mixing

Temperature-Controlled Concrete:

Large concrete structures such as dams, navigation locks, large mat foundations, and large breakwaters generate excessive heat during cement hydration (the curing and hardening process of cement) and associated expansion. In small structures this phenomenon is not of importance, but it is very significant in mass concrete especially for dam projects. To mitigate these effects concrete cooling is commonly applied during construction.

The heat of hydration raises the temperature during the curing process up to 93°C (200°F) causing an increase of volume. After curing the concrete cools down again reducing its volume and thus eventually causing cracks. To prevent cracking, the initial pouring temperature should be lowered to that degree that the maximum temperature during the curing process does not exceed a certain level determined by the ambient temperature.

Even though the required pouring temperatures of concrete vary from site and country (from 7°C (45°F) to max. 15°C (59°F)) there is always a requirement for a sophisticated concrete cooling system.

As initial and running costs for such a refrigeration system are relatively high compared to the costs of the concrete batching plant itself, it is essential for the contractor to have an optimized system installed by a professional supplier.

How does Focusun Conrete Cooling look like?

In general, each concrete cooling system for mass concrete and dam construction consists of the following components:

Water Chilling Plant for the total amount of mixing water
Cold Water Tank with Pumping Station
Flake Ice Plant
Flake Ice Storage with fully-automatic Ice Rake and Discharge System
Flake Ice Delivery
Flake Ice Weighing
Aggregate Cooling System
Post-Cooling of the concrete

Individual Concrete Cooling Solutions:

We know that our customers face different and nonstandard project conditions, which is why there are always various options available for each component. Our professional team of engineers and project managers provide professional tailor-made Concrete Cooling Solutions to fulfill your specific requirements entirely.

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Concrete is one of the main civil engineering materials and is widely used in many fields. The feature decides that concrete needs to be mixed under a certain temperature in case of the deformation of wall because of the phenomenon of expansion caused by heat and contraction caused by cold. Building a whole concrete cooling system is essential to every project, especially when the ambient temperature is high.

Focusun ™ adopt advanced Concrete Cooling System. For your best Focusun experience, we keep improving and upgrading our services. Please watch videos of some frequently asked questions about Focusun, our product and services. Also see the following answers on how to solve both common and complex problems with your Focusun products. We understand it may not always be convenient to read and troubleshoot with your user manual. That is why we have improved our services to allow you watch and follow some steps in solving problems as they arise.

If you encounter further problems or want to see another issue resolved, please send an email to enquiry@focusun.com with the video/problem topic and we will make a video demonstration for your reference.

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What does your Concrete Cooling System consist of?

In general, each concrete cooling system for mass concrete and dam construction consists of the following components:

Water Chilling Plant for the total amount of mixing water
Cold Water Tank with Pumping Station
Flake Ice Plant
Flake Ice Storage with fully-automatic Ice Rake and Discharge System
Flake Ice Delivery
Flake Ice Weighing
Aggregate Cooling System
Post-Cooling of the concrete

Why is the Cooling System essential to Concrete structure?

Can the Concrete Cooling System be customized?

Focusun has the experience and dexterity to develop custom solutions to design, supply, and install cooling systems for any concrete temperature requirement at any level of production. In order to optimize the user experience of clients, Focusun provides concrete cooling system and other related subsystems, including water chilling system, flake ice plant, automatic ice storage system and ice conveying and weighing equipments. Focusun meticulously designs every concrete cooling project solution to satisfy customers' needs.

Is the ice delivering system included in the Ice Packing System?

Yes! PVC and stainless steel 304 conveyor belt prevents bags from pollution and keeps it clean. This part can be provided together with the Ice Packer. And its length can be adjusted according to your specific requirements.

What do I do in case of power shortage?

First turn off your machine using the PLC Control. Then switch of the main power supply and unplug the connecting cable if necessary. Leave your machine stationary until the power shortage is solved. Now in a reverse cycle, plug the connecting power supply cable and switch on the main power supply. Leave this for 1-2 minutes and then turn on your PLC Control. Your machine should be working normally now.

My machine is malfunctioning but the PLC Control doesn't indicate the problem?

The PLC Control will typically indicate a problem with your machine with amber or red light on your PLC Control. If you have problem in your machine but the PLC Control is not indicating, please reboot your PLC Control by switching it off for 5-10 minutes. Restart your PLC Control and your machine should be working or indicating the error now. If this fails to be the case, please contact your own professional engineer or contact your professional and friendly Focusun After-Sales-Team for your solutions.

Ice Maker for concrete mixing

Focusun Concrete Cooling System

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Focusun Concrete Cooling Systems are one of our competencies which embody a combination of several services of our product line. One of our Concrete Cooling Solution is the Focusun Concrete Ice Cooling System for batch plants. It consists of a water chiller, ice maker, ice storage, ice delivery and ice scale.

Excessive heat during cement hydration (the curing and hardening process of cement) can impair the strength of concrete. The task was to prevent higher temperatures which lead to higher expansion of concrete during the curing process which can lead to thermal cracking. Another challenge of the project included to construct the difficult ice delivery system, which had to be accomplished by combining screw conveyors to reach the concrete mixing tank.

Project Summary

Challenge: Designing a Concrete Cooling System which can provide the requested cooling capacity while using the given project environment most efficiently.

Performing scenario simulations to take factors like ambient and cement temperature, surroundings and level of operation into consideration to form an accurate project plan.
Deciding about water, chilled water or ice to cool down the temperature of concrete. The heat absorption capabilities vary from 0.22 BTU/lb to 144 BTU/lb and efficiency increases. Determining the necessity to cool the coarse aggregate additionally to pre-cooling and post-cooling.

Our solution: Installing a Concrete Ice Cooling System with an automatic ice storage system.

Competence: A team of refrigeration engineers, electrical engineers and structural engineers contributed their expertise for an efficient and successful implementation of the project plans in a timely manner.
System Setup (I): From the cold water tank the water is delivered partly directly to the scale of the batching plant and partly to the flake ice plants. Focusun flake ice plants are installed inside of 40-ft. containers.
System Setup (II): The automatic ice storage features galvanized steel frames and stainless shelves inside to prevent corrosion and rust after long operating time. The ice storage capacity is adjusted automatically and ensures together with the water drainage system a durable, reliable and easy to maintain operation.
Installment: The design of the foundation depends on the type of batching plant, steel foundations including stairs, railings and platforms. After connection to the power supply, the cooling water and installing the flake ice plant, the ice storage and discharge system are ready to use.

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