Halcyon ICE 25 Self-Contained Cube Ice Maker 25kg/24hr

The Halcyon ICE 25 is a self-contained cube ice maker designed for commercial food service environments where a reliable, modest daily output is needed without the footprint or cost of a larger machine. It produces clear cube ice using a spray-fed system, where water is directed over a freezing plate to form dense, slow-melting cubes — the type of ice most commonly used in cold drinks service.

For lower-volume operations — a small café bar, a hotel breakfast service, a staff canteen — a 25kg daily output is generally sufficient provided the machine runs continuously through the day. It is not intended for high-throughput cocktail bars or venues with sustained peak demand across multiple service periods. In those environments the bin will deplete faster than the machine can replenish, so honest sizing at the outset matters.

From an operational standpoint, the ICE 25 offers several practical advantages for smaller sites:

• Spray system produces clear, dense cubes that melt slowly and present well in drinks
• Removable stainless steel spray bar and flexible jets simplify regular cleaning
• Double-skin insulated assembly helps maintain bin temperature and reduces condensation
• R290 refrigerant is an environmentally lower-impact option now common across commercial refrigeration
• Straightforward controls mean minimal training required for day-to-day operation

The ICE 25 is a self-contained unit, meaning the ice maker and storage bin are integrated — there is no separate remote condenser or bin to install separately. It will require a mains cold water supply and drain connection, and adequate ventilation around the unit is important for condenser performance, particularly in warm kitchen environments. Water quality has a direct effect on ice clarity and machine longevity; fitting an inline water filter is advisable in most UK installations.

This machine is well suited to small cafés, pub snack bars, hotel room service operations, and similar low-to-moderate volume settings. If your site serves high volumes of iced drinks across a full service day, or if you run multiple bar stations, it is worth considering a higher-output model before committing.

If you are unsure whether this output level suits your expected demand, the team is happy to talk through your service volumes and help you choose accordingly.