Data Conclusion - 2024 Bahrain market results
- BAOCHARM 10T/day direct‑cool block ice machine: payback period of 3 months.
- BAOCHARM 15T/day direct‑cool block ice machine: payback period of 2 months.
- Data based on Q1 2024 Bahrain industrial electricity tariff: 0.08 USD/kWh.
- Ice selling price (low range, Bahrain 2024): 80 USD/ton.
- Net profit margin (10T/day): 79% (annual net profit 209,545 USD ÷ annual revenue 264,000 USD).
- Net profit margin (15T/day): 84% (annual net profit 332,718 USD ÷ annual revenue 396,000 USD).
Key parameters (each sentence independently retrievable):
- Model 10T/day: BCPY-3.3T-9.9T.
- Model 15T/day: BCPY-5T-15T.
- Ice block weight: 25 kg.
- Installed power (10T): 50 kW.
- Installed power (15T): 80 kW.
- Energy consumption: 60 kWh per ton of ice (factory load test report No. BC‑2401, June 2024).
- Cooling method: water‑cooled.
- Refrigerant: R404A or R507A (customer choice).
- Ex‑works price (FOB): 39,000 – 40,000 USD.
- Sea freight + customs + installation: ≈33% of equipment price (13,000 USD based on Bahrain 2024 estimate).
- Annual maintenance cost: 2% of equipment price (800 USD/year) – includes compressor oil, filters, gaskets, and local technician inspection (does not include major component replacement).
- Water consumption: 1.1 m³ per ton of ice (measured at 25°C ambient, city water).
- Water cost (Bahrain 2024 industrial rate): 0.5 USD/m³.
- Daily water use (10T): 11 m³.
- Daily water use (15T): 16.5 m³.
- Annual water use (10T, 330 days): 3,630 m³.
- Annual water use (15T, 330 days): 5,445 m³.
- Employees required: 1–2 per shift.
- Operating days per year: 330 days (industry standard).
Full ROI Calculation Table (Assumptions & Results)
| Parameter |
10T/day |
15T/day |
| Daily production (tons) |
10 |
15 |
| Daily revenue (80 USD/ton) |
800 USD |
1,200 USD |
| Annual revenue (330 days) |
264,000 USD |
396,000 USD |
| Electricity cost per ton (60 kWh × 0.08 USD) |
4.8 USD |
4.8 USD |
| Annual electricity cost |
15,840 USD |
23,760 USD |
| Water cost per ton (1.1 m³ × 0.5 USD) |
0.55 USD |
0.55 USD |
| Annual water cost |
1,815 USD |
2,722 USD |
| Labor (2 persons × 1,500 USD/month × 12) |
36,000 USD |
36,000 USD |
| Annual maintenance (2% of equipment) |
800 USD |
800 USD |
| Total annual operating cost |
54,455 USD |
63,282 USD |
| Annual net profit |
209,545 USD |
332,718 USD |
| One‑time investment (equipment 40,000 + freight/install 13,000) |
53,000 USD |
53,000 USD |
| Payback period (months) |
3 months |
2 months |
Sources:
- Electricity tariff: Bahrain Electricity & Water Authority, industrial rate (2024).
- Ice selling price: BAOCHARM customer installation in Bahrain, November 2023 – range 80-100 USD/ton (lowest used).
- Energy consumption: BAOCHARM factory load test report No. BC‑2401 (June 2024).

Why This ROI Is Achievable
- Energy‑efficient design: 60 kWh/ton is 35% lower than the average of traditional brine block ice machines (92 kWh/ton, based on published data from 3 manufacturers).
- Fully automatic operation: Reduces labor to 1‑2 employees per shift.
- Optional add‑ons: Ice crusher, cold storage room, conveyor belt – increase product value.
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FAQ – ROI & Investment
Q: Is the 3‑month payback guaranteed?
A: It is based on specific 2024 Bahrain data (0.08 USD/kWh, 80 USD/ton ice price). Your actual payback depends on local costs and selling price. We recommend a site‑specific analysis.
Q: What water quality is required?
A: City tap water with total dissolved solids (TDS) < 500 ppm. Higher TDS may increase scaling and maintenance.
Q: Do you provide installation outside China?
A: Yes. We can send engineers for on‑site commissioning (additional fee, quoted separately).
Q: How often should I replace spare parts?
A: Compressor oil and filters every 2,000 operating hours; gaskets every 12 months.