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Ice makers
Commercial ice makers are essential for cafés, bars, and restaurants that serve cold beverages and need reliable ice supply throughout service. Our range spans from compact 20kg/24h units for smaller operations to high-capacity 100kg/24h machines for busy venues.
Each model includes built-in storage bunkers and air-cooled systems designed for continuous use in professional kitchens. Choose by daily ice requirement and available counter or under-counter space.
Commercial ice cube makers for cafés and high-volume beverage operations. Air-cooled units produce 20–100 kg ice daily with integrated storage bunkers. Choose your model by daily ice demand and counter space; compact 20 kg/24h units start at €1,937; high-capacity 100 kg/24h at €4,477.
When selecting an ice maker, consider your peak-hour demand, storage capacity needed between services, and available space. Most commercial models produce clear or crescent-shaped ice cubes and feature automatic shutoff when the bunker is full.
Air-cooled machines work well in kitchens with adequate ventilation and are generally lower-cost than water-cooled alternatives. Check the daily output (kg/24h) against your busiest trading period, and factor in cleaning cycles when calculating net production.
- Daily ice output capacity (kg/24h)
- Bunker storage size and defrost cycle
- Air-cooled vs. water-cooled efficiency
- Footprint and under-counter or counter-top installation
- Energy consumption and running costs
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Common questions
What daily ice output do you need for a busy café?▾
Models range 20 kg to 100 kg per 24 hours. A small café typically requires 20–25 kg/24h; medium operations 34–43 kg/24h; high-volume venues 68–100 kg/24h. Match output to peak service demand.
How much ice can the machine store on board?▾
Storage bunkers range 4 kg to 25 kg depending on model. Smaller units (20–25 kg/24h) hold 4–6 kg; mid-range (34–53 kg/24h) hold 9–25 kg; largest units accommodate continuous production cycles.
Are these air-cooled or water-cooled?▾
All models listed are air-cooled, suitable for standard kitchen ventilation. No external water connection required; they reject heat to the kitchen environment.
What's the entry price for a commercial ice maker?▾
The CS Professional 20 kg/24h model with 4 kg storage is €1,937.25 including Irish VAT. Capacity and bunker size determine price; largest 100 kg/24h unit is €4,477.20.
Which model suits a small coffee shop or bar counter?▾
The 20–25 kg/24h units with 4–6 kg storage are compact enough for limited counter space and suit modest ice demand in small venues or as secondary machines.
Do you stock replacement parts or servicing?▾
Product data does not specify parts availability or servicing options. Contact ecaterstore.com directly for maintenance support and spare-parts supply information.