Can electric ice cream change the World? - Edd China's Workshop Diaries 24

Here's how I did it! Two years' worth of development into one video, I suppose it makes sense that it's a bit long, but worth the wait: No more diesel fumes with your ice cream ever again!
It's all very well converting a brand new Mercedes Sprinter ice cream van to ev electric drive but really, that is the easy bit! The hard part is converting the carpigiani ice cream machine inside the van to electric drive as it normally uses the van's diesel engine to power the pulleys around. I finally put my degree in product design to good use and invent perhaps the most vital part in the world's first all electric ice cream van. And if you have ever wondered how an ice cream machine works, I can help you there too...
Edd China's Workshop Diaries 24: World's Fastest Electric Ice Cream Van Part 8 (How to convert an ice cream machine to electric).
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The World's Fastest Electric Ice Cream Van story so far:
Part 1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5XCm3eda9Z0npI
Part 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3e8fZaAYqakock
Part 3: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKOymWmapa1ofbs
Part 4: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZKZh6JvodWMqJo
Part 5: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnbOfombp7p_iKc
Part 6: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqKYcoZjl56gga8
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[@torresalex]

The way Edd welcomes us into his workshop, how he explains everything without sounding patronising, it's like you've got a really clever and cool mate. Thanks Edd

[@G-ra-ha-m]

Yes it's very interesting, I had no idea they were belt driven from the engine, much neater to use electricity, even in a hybrid setup with recharging while driving to the next place. There's also a way to modify alternators to become motors, but it's tricky as I think the timing needs to be rewired internally - but potentially a cheap souce of motive power.

[@dr_ned_flanders]

Who'd have thought an ice cream machine could be so technically delightful. Great stuff Edd, you're the David Attenborough of the mechnical world.

[@BoojayDeeth]

If asked, how an Ice cream maker works would not be on my list of interests. However I found this video fascinating. Practical engineering at it's best. Excellent work again to Ed and team.

[@Stubear22374]

I have literally a;way wondered how that machine made ice cream from a water milky substance now I know

[@Sennaxm71]

lol me too

[@brianfretwell3886]

I can certainly understand why ice cream from a van is not cheap. The cost of the equipment and in the traditional ones the amount of diesel used must be much more of a cost than the ice cream mix.

[@Stubear22374]

@@brianfretwell3886 agree it certainly does allow you to see why a 99 isn’t 99 anymore it’s quite an expensive business but so cools you on a hot day so there is the reason we do it.

[@chemxfan]

Fortunately, no one asked.

[@NarfBLAST]

The well-earned look of pride and concentration on Edd's face when he pulls his first electric ice cream for a child at 48:55 is worth re-watching.

[@SuperTaita]

De hecho se me llenaron de lagrimas los ojos cuando los niños aparecieron y sonó la típica música de fondo... 😥😍...

[@PeterJames-cr1ul]

I noticed that too, Ed really enjoys his work, that comes through in his presentation.

[@VidweII]

The wholesomeness gave me a toothache.

[@GreenJimll]

OK, who else noticed the text flash up for one frame at 39:39 and had to go back to see what it said? If you didn't it was, "[Edd China * 8 Sep, 17:38] Some vo here explaining that the soapy water is going on around the joins to check for leaks, as there would be bubbles blown if there is a leak. But there is no leak, obvs."

[@TheGooseBruce]

Had to check it of course, thought it might be subliminal ice cream propaganda. :P

[@adampotts5313]

The subliminal ice cream propaganda was the other 49 minutes

[@andrewhaines3259]

I did, but couldn't be arsed to check it!

[@AllenCross]

Actually, it's at 36:39 and some odd fraction ...which, unfortunately, won't be shown here because (AFAIK) it can't be specified via standard YT time-link... kzbin.info/www/bejne/npexn4V8jLOVo7c .

[@Kemosauve]

Seen it. Also had to slow video down and run it a few times to catch it or my brain wouldn't give me peace until I read what it said 😂😂

[@richarddinning6901]

Edd is one smart cookie. His experience comes across very well. A good all-rounder.

[@roxyroller25]

he is the only man who can make putting together a soft serve ice cream machine interesting and exciting

[@MatSpeedle]

Nothing makes a friday, like a new episode of Edd's Workshop Diaries! Now all I need is an Ice Cream.

[@Stormrider-Flight]

i'm way ahead on that matter ;)

[@Harey0407]

I know who to ask for an ice cream. however I'm on the opposite side of the pond from him lol.

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

Watching John do his work reminds me of the old school boiler engineers and plumbers from back in the 80s and early/mid 90s. These craftsmen would turn up in a big ford van and have everything they would need for every job they'd encounter. In those days, you couldnt really just walk into places like B&Q and Wickes and walkout with a load of pre-made bends and other pipe fittings, Everything had to be hand made on the spot from lengths of copper or brass piping exactly how John did it. Watching John was very nostalgic.

[@joesheehan__]

Never thought I'd be so fascinated and captivated by watching a man explain the inner workings of an ice cream machine. Great to see your innovations have paid off, and I hope you've applied for a deserved patent! 😄

[@digitalrailroader]

its only fitting that John the HVAC tech gets the honor and privilege of the first electrically made soft serve cone therefore enjoying the fruits of his labor!

[@caminara]

Ever since I started watching Edd you could tell he was an excellent presenter, he and his team have managed this professional quality production without Discovery, it just shows the power of KZbin and professionalism, coupled with likeability you have a winning formula. Really loving the series, more Edd, less everything else!

[@michaelkavanagh4437]

Brilliant absolutely brilliant, and a nice friendly end with the children enjoying ice cream. 10 out of 10 Edd keep up the good work.

[@wiechmannrennsport1166]

Name of his ice cream company: Edd China's Workshop Dairies

[@MONTY-YTNOM]

China White :)

[@PhantomRadish]

Fantastic episode as always. I always a assumed the diesel generator of an ice-cream truck just ran an electric ice-cream maker. Never realised it was a diesel powered ice-cream maker!

[@chaos.corner]

That might actually be the better way to go. Charge the batteries when driving around and then run on batteries while stationary. Though I remember ice cream vans having freezers too so you'd have to power them as well.

[@stuartparkins9539]

and here's the proof that I will watch Edd work on literally anything - and enjoy it ;-)

[@eggshellskullrule7971]

“This is gonna change the world!” - Edd China in September 2021

[@douglasgreen437]

Wake up people to the Marxist/global warming Bs..

[@MianCowell]

If he can make the conversion kit and sell it, it'd be a game changer for every ice cream van in the world!

[@diegocella6791]

Speaking of elecrifying, i'm in Norway right now, and they are electryfing the Ferry here, it's amazing! Quieter, fater, love it!

[@-_James_-]

I was actually working on Basto Fosen VI running between Horten and Moss yesterday installing some software updates. That particular vessel (VI) is due to be taken out of service for an electric upgrade in a few months time. There's one fully electric vessel already running on that route. They should all be upgraded in a few years time, I guess.

[@hondablack1]

Alright for Norway, with all that hydroelectric power !

[@timwhite4301]

There's no need to be rude about it's weight 😜😂

[@yvindninakorneliussen2217]

Good for us I think🤩🇸🇯

[@raytrevor1]

@@hondablack1 And selling lots of oil to pay for everything.

[@wingingit3071]

nothing will ever beat the taste of a 99, accompanied by the sweet sound of a Mk 5 transit smiley banana

[@unrepentantgeek]

The last to videos have left me smiling and just feeling good about life. Thanks Edd.

[@mrjameschong]

The happy face of the man with the great white hair is indescribable ... absolutely understandable !!! congratulations edd for making the world a better place !!!

[@Dukefazon]

felt like a kid when saw the first cone of ice cream :) this was an amazing build, it was nice to see how these machines work, never knew what's going on inside a soft-serve ice cream machine

[@walkertongdee]

Well glad I did not miss this one got a question in and answered by Edd himself, made my day!

[@stevesrover]

Nice one! 😊

[@serverdll]

i drop a tear at the end when all people get an ice cream... TWO YEARS!!... yesterday i broke my 4th left finger with a engine belt by accident. all my proyects stops and then i see your video and says to me "edd waits 2 years to make an ice cream, i just need a couple of months to get back"... thanks a lot mr china for all off those good moments.

[@tomh1106]

The greatest channel on KZbin, so glad Edd is back.

[@Del350K4]

I wonder whether Mike Brewer settles down each Friday evening to watch Edd working his magic?

[@jdmjesus6103]

This is definitely my favourite project of yours. Even as a very experienced mechanic, I've been learning things from this series. Now I want my own ice cream van!

[@cme2cau]

I'm being nitpicky, but I know Edd is a stickler for accuracy. That's a parallel key, not a Woodruff key. Doesn't detract from the wonderful design and compact nature of the assembly. BOM would be proud!

[@nsbhagwat]

All that AC plumbing, vacuum, n charging process took me back 25 years when I used to service car AC systems. Thanks mate.

[@watsoft70]

#MilwaukeeChristmas I think this is my favourite episode because it is fixing an issue that has plagued ice-cream vans forever! Kudos for designing a solution that could remedy the problem for existing vans and not just future EV models. I've seen Edd fix everything mechanical and this gave him the opportunity to stretch his legs!

[@kimspence-jones4765]

I hope this work gets developed into new, greener production models of ice cream vans.

[@capttom144]

I really have to say how impressive the quality of this show is: not only the content of course but the camera angles, the sound mixing, the cuts, etc. 👍 Keep up the good work, Edd!

[@kristoffscuba5466]

This is like what tv shows would be like of they weren’t catering to the semi-lobotomised masses, repeating the same thing 5 times per episode and ignoring all the complicated (interesting) bits. Simply outstanding content and brilliantly filmed and produced. Well done Ed and everyone involved with this.

[@alexanderlakey8483]

Awesome.. love the fact you did this in a repeatable way so other vans could be made this same way. Nice work Edd!

[@HansDelbruck53]

Come on, Edd! Your legions of fans are anxiously awaiting results of the M.O.T. on the prehistoric Range Rover.

[@Makatea]

Yes, what's up with the Rust Rover? Sequesterd by the MOT-station as not roadworthy? The owner still recovering from a heartattack after reading the quote of the rustoration-cost? MOT-station broke their printer while printing the report and still waiting for a replacement? Hopefully we'll soon find out.

[@imouse3246]

​@@Makatea Has BREXIT limited toner supplies?

[@muzallisam5068]

@@Makatea maybe it just disintegrated while it was on the lift during the inspection

[@tomf3150]

Bet they stuffed it with tnt and... voilà :D

[@R-R-R]

The list of deficiancies is still printing.

[@Mechanicmckie]

God I love this channel I honestly look forward to every Friday now 👍

[@jmaxim80]

Me as well I've loved watching edd since the early days of wheeler dealers.

[@Mechanicmckie]

@@jmaxim80 I’m ashamed to admit I’ve only just discovered Edd and this channel but I’ve been watching all the wheeler dealer episodes and they are fantastic

[@stevesrover]

Me too!

[@Duffman1226]

Hi Edd, Just want to let you know how much I'm enjoying your 'Workshop Diaries' videos! Have always been a wheeler dealers fan, and over the course of the UK lockdowns managed to watch every episode from start to finish on Discovery+ My favourite bits were always you going into detail about what you were actually doing mechanically to fix things, so absolutely loving your new content as that is the main focus! Keep up the great work! John

[@Duffman1226]

Just want to add that I completely agree with another comment I've seen on this video, you are definitely the David Attenborough of mechanical engineering!

[@Herlongian]

There is a family man in Mojave California who has been driving his old Ford van with a propane powered refrigerator contraption. He delivers ice cream and has been for many many years. He just drove by. Never misses a day. All these years with that old beat up, smoky, but evidently reliable van. This man, whose family is from Mexico, would be the perfect person to give the electric ice cream truck to.

[@theodorec5775]

Excellent work Edd. I hope the company that makes the machines have been in touch with you to let their buyers know how to retro fit and go green!

[@MakeAllThingsBeautiful]

i wonder if Edd could put a solar panel/wind turbine combo on the roof maybe, solar panels is something i need to learn about and any additional power supply for the ice cream van would surely be good especially on a hot breezy day selling ice cream?

[@Mogipbob]

The AC guy was pretty cool.

[@architect3225]

It's great to have this new Edd China content every week! We didn't watch Wheeler Dealers for Mike Brewer that's for sure!

[@TC_here]

I never really thought how ice-cream van worked.. you learn something new everyday :)

[@cme2cau]

Back in the day the icecream van was often a Bedford CF with a separate Austin B-Series mounted in the back to power the ice cream maker!

[@eekee6034]

Interesting! I thought I didn't remember the main engine running but just a little one, and I don't remember diesel fumes with my ice cream at all. A clear case of, "They don't make them like they used to." ;) But now they do! Also, I miss the looks of those old Bedfords. I thought the Transit looked awesome when I was little, but it doesn't fit my image of an ice cream van! lol

[@tomasrosalesr]

Great video Edd! Please keep them coming 😃

[@indegoadult]

the sign of a pro is knowing exactly the right place on his body to put the handle of a tool so he can still use both his hands to hold and operate both the tool and the item the tool is operating on.

[@shedworld8558]

Edd, my kids bought me the book for a gift, Outstanding, Thoroughly inspirational read, thank you, new project ideas a plenty !

[@lenbremoit3906]

Edd, so glad to have you back with regular programming. One observation, if I may? While we all enjoy the sort of odd ball/quirky projects you have been featuring here (and have done for many years) sure do miss the repairs/upgrades on daily driver/everyday cars from the "old show". Hoping you'll work some of those in as time goes on. Cheers!

[@tomjoad1363]

I guess the guy from the MOT is still writing down the long list of defects he found on Edd's Land Rover. ^^

[@neilgorin1037]

@@tomjoad1363 likely waiting on extra paper!

[@allangodel396]

Ed I enjoy your series. Being in HVAC and refrigeration. Your could make your drive shaft a little longer and add a heat sink cooling fan for your electronic control module if it generates too much heat. Keep up the good work.

[@jncg2311]

A superbly put together episode, there's enough of the detail and information in this to be satisfying but you can see the amount of work that went into refining the electric drive 'cartridge' for the machine. I especially appreciated the explanation of how the machine actually worked, and the footage of John's work on the refrigerant commissioning. As much as the car repair videos are fascinating, I'm glad there is this sort of content here too. Not many folk could explain the design, development and build process with as much knowledge and passion as Edd does. Brilliant.

[@richardhunt809]

I never realised ice cream machines were so complex. What a lovely film.

[@Voevoden]

This was a very cool video to watch through. Great stuff!

[@Uncle-Duncan-Shack]

Very good video Edd. The VW van's were perfect for this as getting power off the crankshaft pulley at the rear was a doddle. But, I like the way you did this. It has turned our perfect. Kind regards, South Africa

[@mudieone]

Love how clean your hands are Edd!

[@williamstephens9945]

Finally - the ice cream van! Cheers, Edd!

[@stevemonkey6666]

It seems to me that the job of that guy assembling all the refrigeration equipment is very satisfying

[@tpseeker3367]

Lol yeah only took 2 years to get some ice cream. Looked like it was well worth the wait 😊

[@grahamhenderson6833]

great vid Ed, no wonder why Ice Creams are so expensive if the average van uses £25 of diesel a day

[@fernandoesparza1543]

Impressive,truly impressive.

[@daveprice1608]

That is the most awesome tummy gurgling eco idea I have seen and follwed . Hat's off to you Edd, making ice cream and saving the planet at the same time. Brilliant !

[@SemihAydns]

With every ice cream cone, Edd's ice cream skills getting better :D

[@bigdan-meca]

Encore une fois une très belle vidéo. pour moi tu fais partie du top 10 des meilleurs mécanicien en Europe again a very nice video. for me you are part of the top 10 of the best mechanics in Europe

[@pixelgraphica]

Thanks for the explanations. Thanks for the video!

[@henribuhagiar9445]

Thanks Edd. Brilliant. Loved the look on the faces of the children.

[@RobA500]

Well I learnt something as I always thought the engine was left running for electric generation, not because the machine was running directly of it.

[@julianwilson5468]

Ooo ...minus 30psi, that must be a really magical vacuum pump!

[@sebastianbrrrr7372]

Had Edd in my home for a lot of years (not really, mind you. Only on tv...), now it's almost like the other way round. Really enjoying it. And, so you feel even better: the one and only car-related yt-channel I'm watching that my wife doesn't frown upon.

[@patrickmurawski3549]

Wow! What a complicated piece of design engineering! I had no idea! You have such a wonderful manner of making anything possible! Thanks!

[@seanwetherall7994]

Great episode who thought an Ice-cream maker would be so interesting. That's Edd for you. I now want a 99🍦

[@AJC508]

I hope Edd has patented that electrified cassette system. Guaranteed revenue stream.

[@cynzhero62]

Thank you edd. Your instructions were spot on and very informative. It's been a great challenge with sweet rewards. By the smiles seen. Ty sir.👍

[@JO19pLuMbUm94HN]

Always being so educative and fun to watch. A nice end for the Week. The excitement for the Friday.

[@umajone]

that happy face when giving ice creams to children :)

[@yeahitskimmel]

Crazy, I would never have thought engine driven soft serve machines existed

[@wiedietie]

Same

[@magnus17985]

Wow! I never thought the inner workings of an ice cream machine was this complicated and interesting.

[@Archie_Haddock]

Just my favorite KZbin-channel! I learn so much for each episode! Indeed, having been on the business end of an ice cream machine for many summers as young man, I really appreciated the lesson how they actually work! Thanks a million to Edd and the whole crew!

[@kingjnr2677]

Awesome video Edd, never realised how complicated the ice cream makers were and loving the electric conversion in it. What motor and controller did you use for the conversion? Cheers, James

[@zolalloyd46]

Can I have a 99 with 100s and 1000s please, Edd!

[@paulb4uk]

Superb work a lot of great thought going into the build .

[@knowledgebyte]

Wow. Best episode yet. Some great skills on display.

[@cambridgemart2075]

It's impossible to achieve -30 PSI, an absolute vacuum is -14.8 PSIG!

[@severs1966]

It would be great to use a DC-to-DC converter to run the compressor off the main vehicle battery.

[@chaos.corner]

You could run 12V motors. They have refrigerators for RVs after all. It might even be better to run a separate motor for the beaters etc than have all those pulleys and belts.

[@ratchet1freak]

@@chaos.corner If you go with separate motors you could put the compressor&motor in the engine compartment with the condenser and remove nearly all the noise. Then the only noise made in the back would be the agitator motors

[@sanityormadness]

@Sev I think the idea is that this can be a retrofit kit for any ice cream van, including ones which still have a diesel engine to move the wheels, not just electric drive conversions. (Because, let's face it, how many diesel ice cream vans are likely to merit a full drivetrain replacement with electric? In most cases, it's going to be more cost-efficient just to buy an electric van if you're going down that route.)

[@gtek8021]

Who would have thought an ice cream van could be so interesting. Quite an achievement and a great piece of engineering.

[@MattBrownbill]

Great engineering, picked up a couple of tips for one of my projects, as always, you are a great teacher Edd. Thanks 😁

[@BraxxJuventa]

Great video again Edd! Thank you! 👍😁👍😁

[@davidhember8819]

Love this series Edd, look forward to it each week, keep them coming 😁😁

[@lotus7even]

That was brilliant Edd thank to you John and your team for another great episode

[@nikolaslarson6891]

Absolutely brilliant!

[@stas1kacicki392]

That was absolutely awesome and with a heart warming ending thank you sir another great program

[@sammy_1971]

I am so happy to see you Edd !!! Always you makes me smile. 😁😁😁 I like you ideas. Thank you for everything you show and teaching us.

[@civicvtec92]

Edd you truly are royalty to the world of all things mechanical and engineering. Your channel is fantastic and certainly the perfect platform to showcase your many fascinating projects. Keep up the brilliant work

[@EmilioSantosS]

Wholesome episode. Thanks!

[@JohnStruemph]

Thank you Edd. I learn so much from your videos. I am also very entertained!

[@AUCHTERMUCHTYZZ]

Amazing engineering skills Edd

[@waynehammerton5698]

Absolutely brilliant once again Edd

[@engineslovetostartmatthew]

Another well done big thanks for making my Friday a good one 👍👏

[@MattTester]

Great to see the inner workings of the machine, fascinating bit of kit. Also liked seeing the flash of notes in the middle, clearly you're still working on the videos right up to upload time and we appreciate the hard work!

[@estebanpinzonvelasco6456]

Edd, all of your videos are awesome. I really want to see the next. Great job.

[@65CJ5]

Wonderful video. Amazing work by Edd as always.

[@TonyJewell0]

Most excellent! Thanks for creating such informative content.

[@neilbruce7439]

Love the show great to have you back

[@ggginforlab]

Art. And Magic. And Science. I needed that today. Thanks!!!

[@paulabdo8540]

Mr Edd China, this video is absolutely superb the moment from you explaining all the details and reasonings well done to you and your team made my day totally.

[@peacebethejourney1]

You Sir, be a mechanical genius!!! Love your work Mr China