Ice machines that dispense flake ice are great for two things: rapid cooling and snow cones! Flake ice is also known as shaved ice because flake ice machines essentially shaves and crushes thin layers of ice that freeze rapidly inside the machine. Flake ice has many uses, including packing products and ingredient during transport or during baking prep. If you operate a cannabis kitchen, you may frequently use shaved ice in salad bars and catering events to keep product chilled. Flake ice can also be made into snow cones and summer treats for customers, patrons and employees.