Used PHT 130-Ton Stainless Steel Ice Builder – 28 Ice Plates with 700-Gallon Receiver Tank

Manufacturer Information
PHT
This PHT industrial ice builder is configured for large-capacity ice-building, thermal storage, and industrial refrigeration applications. Ice builder systems use refrigerated plate banks to build and store ice, providing substantial cooling capacity for facilities with high or fluctuating refrigeration loads.
This 1996 PHT stainless steel ice builder has a stated 130-ton capacity and includes four ice banks with seven ice plates each, for a total of 28 ice plates.
Description
Available for sale is a used PHT stainless steel industrial ice builder, Serial Number 931606, built in 1996.
The system has a stated capacity of 130 tons and operates on 480V electrical power. It incorporates four ice banks, each containing seven ice plates, providing a total of 28 ice plates.
Also included is an approximately 700-gallon receiver tank. Supplied specifications identify the receiver as 400 PSIG with a 250 PSI MAWP. Because these supplied pressure values differ, the receiver nameplate and available pressure-vessel documentation should be reviewed to confirm the applicable operating and design ratings before use.
The system may be suitable for industrial refrigeration, thermal energy storage, food and beverage processing, process cooling, cold storage, dairy operations, produce cooling, and other facilities requiring substantial refrigeration capacity.
Specifications

Specification
Details

Manufacturer
PHT

Equipment Type
Industrial Ice Builder

Condition
Used

Year Built
1996

Serial Number
931606

Construction
Stainless Steel

Stated Capacity
130 Tons

Electrical
480V

Ice Banks
(4)

Ice Plates per Bank
(7)

Total Ice Plates
(28)

Receiver Tank
Included

Receiver Capacity
Approx. 700 Gallons

Stated Receiver Rating
400 PSIG

Supplied MAWP
250 PSI

Primary Function
Ice Building / Thermal Cooling Storage

The supplied specifications list both a 400 PSIG receiver rating and 250 PSI MAWP. These values should be verified against the receiver nameplate and available documentation before pressure service.
Typical Applications

Thermal energy storage
Industrial refrigeration
Process cooling
Food processing
Beverage processing
Dairy processing
Cold storage
Produce cooling
Seafood processing
Poultry processing
Peak refrigeration load management
Chilled process operations

Products & Processes This Ice Builder Could Be Used For

Dairy products
Milk processing
Beverages
Beer and brewing products
Seafood
Poultry
Meat products
Fresh produce
Fruits and vegetables
Prepared foods
Temperature-sensitive ingredients
Compatible chilled process streams

Actual cooling capacity and application suitability depend on refrigeration conditions, refrigerant, operating temperatures, system configuration, equipment condition, and associated refrigeration infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity of this PHT ice builder? The system has a stated capacity of 130 tons. The basis and operating conditions for this capacity rating should be confirmed from available documentation.

How many ice plates are included? The system has four ice banks with seven plates per bank, providing a total of 28 ice plates.

What size receiver tank is included? The package includes an approximately 700-gallon receiver tank.

What is the pressure rating of the receiver? The supplied information states 400 PSIG and 250 PSI MAWP. Because these values differ, the vessel nameplate and documentation should be verified before operation.

What are the electrical requirements? The supplied electrical specification is 480V. Phase, frequency, and other electrical requirements should be confirmed from the equipment nameplates.

Can Aaron Equipment assist with shipping and logistics? Yes. Aaron Equipment can assist with dismantling and rigging coordination, loading, domestic and international freight, truck or container planning, customs documentation, and logistics coordination for the PHT ice builder, receiver, ice banks, and associated equipment.