How do I know if 104kg per 24 hours is enough for my operation?

A useful starting point is to estimate your peak hourly ice consumption and multiply that across your busiest service window, then factor in storage bin capacity to bridge gaps in production. For a mid-volume bar or hotel drinks service, 104kg per day is often workable, but high-turnover venues or those running continuous service through a long day may find they need greater output. If you're unsure, it's worth talking through your service pattern with us before ordering.

What are the key installation requirements for this machine?

The IM-100PE requires a mains water supply with adequate pressure, a suitable drain connection, and a clean electrical supply at the correct specification. As an air-cooled self-contained unit, it also needs sufficient clearance around the condenser to exhaust warm air — positioning in a confined or poorly ventilated space will reduce output and can put strain on components over time. It's worth confirming ambient temperature in your proposed location, particularly if the machine will sit in a kitchen environment.

What type of ice does the IM-100PE produce, and does it matter?

This machine produces Hoshizaki's full cube format — a dense, hard-wearing cube with a slow melt rate. For most bar and hospitality applications, this is a practical choice because the ice holds its form longer in the glass, which reduces dilution and means staff are refilling drinks less often. It is distinct from crescent, nugget, or flake ice formats, so if your operation has a specific ice-type requirement — for blended drinks, food display, or clinical use — it's worth confirming this format is appropriate before purchasing.

Hoshizaki IM-100PE Cube Series Ice Machine (104kg/24hr)

Name: Hoshizaki IM-100PE Cube Series Ice Machine (104kg/24hr)
Brand: Hoshizaki
SKU: IM-100PE
Price: 3445.20 GBP
Availability: InStock

Product No: IM-100PE

Hoshizaki IM-100PE Cube Series Ice Machine product image

Hoshizaki IM-100PE Cube Series Ice Machine (104kg/24hr)

Product Description

The Hoshizaki IM-100PE is a self-contained cube ice machine from Hoshizaki's IM Cube Series, producing up to 104kg of full-cube ice in a 24-hour period. Self-contained units house both the...

Specifications

Capacity (kg): 50
External depth (mm): 506
External height (mm): 1210
External width (mm): 704

Downloads

Hoshizaki IM User Manual
IM-100PE Spec Sheet

Product Description

The Hoshizaki IM-100PE is a self-contained cube ice machine from Hoshizaki's IM Cube Series, producing up to 104kg of full-cube ice in a 24-hour period. Self-contained units house both the ice-making and refrigeration components within a single cabinet, which simplifies placement compared to remote-condenser configurations. The machine produces Hoshizaki's well-established full cube format, a hard, slow-melting cube that is widely used across hospitality and foodservice.

In a busy service environment, consistent ice production and reliable recovery matter more than headline output figures. The IM-100PE is built around a magnetic DC pump motor with variable speed, which contributes to more stable water distribution across the evaporator and supports steady production through periods of sustained demand. For a mid-volume bar, hotel drinks service, or catering kitchen, this kind of consistency is more operationally useful than a machine that peaks well but struggles to keep pace through a long service.

The IM Cube Series introduced a number of practical refinements over the previous IM range that are worth noting for day-to-day operation:

Automated wash cycle with auto-restart reduces manual intervention between cleans
Water circuit and condenser cleaning notifications help maintain hygiene compliance and machine performance
Standby and wash controls directly accessible on the unit
Higher-grade stainless steel construction throughout
Condenser cleaning prompts reduce the risk of performance degradation from dust or grease build-up

Installation requires consideration of water supply, drainage, and adequate ventilation around the condenser — being a self-contained air-cooled unit, it needs clear space to exhaust warm air effectively. Positioning in a poorly ventilated area or a hot kitchen environment will reduce output and can shorten component life. Access to a suitable power supply and a clean water feed will also need confirming before installation. Storage bin capacity should be matched to your service peaks, and if your operation consistently depletes ice faster than it can be produced, a higher-output model may be worth considering. Equally, for smaller operations with moderate demand, there are lower-capacity machines in the range that may represent better value.

This machine is well suited to hotel bars, licensed premises, mid-scale restaurant operations, and catering kitchens where reliable cube ice production at a consistent rate matters throughout a full service period. It is less suited to very high-volume venues or large-scale banqueting operations where significantly greater output would be needed.

If you're working through siting requirements or trying to establish whether this output level is right for your operation, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit to a purchase.

Key Features

Self-contained cube ice machine producing up to 104kg per 24 hours
Magnetic DC pump motor with variable speed for stable ice production
Automated wash cycle with auto-restart for reduced manual intervention
Water circuit and condenser cleaning notifications built into the control system
Higher-grade stainless steel construction across the IM Cube Series

Operational Benefits

Consistent cube output supports reliable ice supply through busy service periods
Automated cleaning alerts help operators maintain hygiene and machine performance
Variable speed pump reduces wear and supports steady production under load
Self-contained design simplifies siting without remote condenser infrastructure
Slow-melting full cubes reduce dilution and wastage across drinks service

Specifications

Capacity (kg): 50
External depth (mm): 506
External height (mm): 1210
External width (mm): 704
Material: Stainless steel 430, Galvanized steel (Rear)
Power rating (kw): 0.485
Power type: 13amp Plug
Refrigerant: R290
Weight (kg): 71

Downloads

Hoshizaki IM User Manual
IM-100PE Spec Sheet

Frequently Asked Questions

: A useful starting point is to estimate your peak hourly ice consumption and multiply that across your busiest service window, then factor in storage bin capacity to bridge gaps in production. For a mid-volume bar or hotel drinks service, 104kg per day is often workable, but high-turnover venues or those running continuous service through a long day may find they need greater output. If you're unsure, it's worth talking through your service pattern with us before ordering.
: The IM-100PE requires a mains water supply with adequate pressure, a suitable drain connection, and a clean electrical supply at the correct specification. As an air-cooled self-contained unit, it also needs sufficient clearance around the condenser to exhaust warm air — positioning in a confined or poorly ventilated space will reduce output and can put strain on components over time. It's worth confirming ambient temperature in your proposed location, particularly if the machine will sit in a kitchen environment.
: This machine produces Hoshizaki's full cube format — a dense, hard-wearing cube with a slow melt rate. For most bar and hospitality applications, this is a practical choice because the ice holds its form longer in the glass, which reduces dilution and means staff are refilling drinks less often. It is distinct from crescent, nugget, or flake ice formats, so if your operation has a specific ice-type requirement — for blended drinks, food display, or clinical use — it's worth confirming this format is appropriate before purchasing.