Chan Ye Xin Xi Wang·2025-06-30 01:22Industry Overview - Ice machines are refrigeration devices that generate ice by cooling water through refrigerants in the evaporator [1][2] - The market for ice machines in China has shown steady expansion, with the market size growing from 1.96 billion yuan in 2019 to 2.98 billion yuan in 2024, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8% [1][9] - The global ice machine market is also experiencing rapid growth, with the market size increasing from 2.099 billion USD in 2019 to 2.989 billion USD in 2024, with a CAGR of 8% [5][9] Market Segmentation - Ice machines can be categorized into four main types: industrial, commercial, residential, and medical [2][3] - The commercial ice machine segment is currently the largest in China, with a market size of 1.14 billion yuan in 2024, accounting for 38% of the total ice machine market [11] Competitive Landscape - The domestic ice machine market is highly competitive, with local brands dominating the home ice machine segment, while foreign brands lead in commercial and industrial ice machines [13][17] - Key players in the industry include Yindu Co., Aucma, Dongbei Group, and Huikang Technology, among others [2][15][17] Future Trends - The ice machine market in China is expected to continue growing due to the increasing popularity of ice usage culture and economic recovery [19] - There is a trend towards market segmentation, with more specialized and personalized products emerging for different applications [20] - Environmental protection and energy efficiency are becoming mainstream demands, with manufacturers needing to adopt new refrigerants and optimize cooling systems [21][22]