Ice Makers

Ice Makers

Commercial Ice Makers

Our range of commercial ice makers provides reliable ice production for bars, restaurants, hotels, cafés, catering operations and other professional environments. With machines available in different capacities, ice profiles and configurations, you can choose equipment suited to the demands of your business, available space and the way your ice will be used.

We stock a comprehensive range of commercial ice-making machines from leading manufacturers, including options for countertop, undercounter, self-contained and modular installations. Whether you need a compact machine for a busy bar or a high-output solution for a larger hospitality operation, our range provides ice-making equipment for a wide variety of commercial requirements.

Choosing the Right Commercial Ice Maker

When choosing a commercial ice maker, there are several important factors to consider. The type of ice required, daily production capacity, storage capacity, available installation space and water supply can all influence which machine is best suited to your business.

What Type of Ice Do You Need?

Commercial ice makers are available with different ice profiles and shapes, each offering different characteristics for drinks, food presentation and other applications. Cube and premium ice types are popular for hospitality and drinks service, while other specialist ice profiles can be suited to particular applications.

Choosing the right ice profile is important because the size, shape and characteristics of the ice can affect presentation, cooling performance and how quickly the ice melts. If you're unsure which type of ice is best suited to your business, our Ice Machine Buying Guide can help you understand the key differences.

How Much Ice Do You Need?

Ice machine production is generally measured by the amount of ice produced over a 24-hour period. Our range includes machines with different production capacities, from compact commercial models through to high-output ice makers designed for businesses with substantial daily demand.

When selecting a machine, consider how much ice you are likely to use during your busiest periods rather than relying solely on average daily consumption. Choosing sufficient production capacity helps ensure that you have an adequate supply of ice when demand is highest.

How Much Ice Storage Do You Need?

Production capacity and storage capacity are two different considerations. An ice maker may be capable of producing a large quantity of ice over 24 hours while having a smaller integrated storage bin. Consider both ice production and storage capacity when choosing a machine, particularly if your business experiences periods of high demand.

Which Ice Maker Configuration Is Right for You?

Commercial ice makers are available in several configurations to suit different premises and installation requirements. Countertop and undercounter ice makers can provide compact solutions where space is limited, while self-contained and freestanding machines combine ice production and storage within a single unit.

Modular or head-only ice makers are designed to produce ice for a separate storage bin and can provide a suitable solution for larger operations requiring higher production capacity. The required bin and available installation space should be considered when choosing a modular machine.

Water Supply and Cooling

Depending on the model, commercial ice makers may be designed for mains water connection or manual filling. Mains-connected machines can provide a continuous water supply, while manual-fill models can be useful where a permanent water connection is not available.

Ice makers can also use different cooling methods, including air-cooled and water-cooled systems. The available ventilation, installation environment and water supply should all be considered when selecting the most suitable machine for your premises.

Commercial Ice Makers for Different Applications

Commercial ice makers are used across a wide range of hospitality and foodservice environments. Bars, pubs and restaurants can require a reliable supply of ice for drinks service, while hotels, cafés and catering businesses may need machines with different production capacities depending on their level of demand.

The type of ice required can also vary between applications. From ice for drinks and cocktails to specialist ice profiles for other professional uses, choosing the appropriate machine can help ensure reliable ice production throughout your service.

Commercial Ice-Making Equipment

Our range includes commercial ice makers from leading manufacturers, with machines available in different sizes, production capacities, ice profiles and configurations. Browse our range to find equipment suited to your requirements, or explore our wider range of commercial ice machines for other specialist ice-making and ice-handling equipment.

We also offer specialist equipment including ice flakers, ice crushers, ice shavers and ice dispensers for businesses with more specific ice requirements.

If you're unsure which commercial ice maker is right for your business, call our sales team on 01977 687 665 and we'll be happy to help you choose a suitable option.