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Polar U-Series Spray Ice Maker 21kg Daily Output

SKU: UA026

£605.00(£726.00 inc VAT)

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  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided 1
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  • Equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug but may be more suitably connected to a fused spur

The Polar U-Series is a compact, self-contained spray ice maker producing bullet-style ice through a spray freezing process. Rather than flooding a mould, the machine builds ice by repeatedly spraying water over a freezing surface, which produces a denser, clearer ice cube that melts more slowly than ice made by conventional flood-type machines. It connects directly to a mains water supply and fills automatically, with a modest on-board storage bin to hold ice ready for immediate use between production cycles.

With a daily output of up to 21kg, this unit is best understood as a light-to-moderate commercial machine. It is well suited to quieter service periods and smaller venues, but operators running a busy bar with continuous demand across an evening service should be aware that the storage capacity is limited and the machine will need time to replenish between draws. It performs reliably within its output range and the R290 refrigerant it uses is both efficient and increasingly common in commercial refrigeration equipment.

From a practical standpoint, the unit offers several genuine operational advantages:

  • Spray-system ice is clearer and denser, reducing dilution in drinks
  • Automatic fill eliminates manual water handling
  • Front-mounted controls keep operation and monitoring straightforward
  • Automatic cleaning cycle supports hygiene compliance during service
  • Stainless steel construction is durable and easy to wipe down

Installation requires a mains cold water supply, a standard electrical connection, and — importantly — a gravity drain that sits below the machine's drain outlet. If your drainage point is level with or higher than the machine, you will need an external condensate pump to make the unit work correctly. This is a common consideration in bar and counter installations and worth confirming before ordering. The machine's compact footprint makes it suitable for worktop or undercounter placement, provided there is adequate ventilation clearance around the unit.

This model is a practical choice for small hotels, café bars, wine bars, and light-use hospitality environments where daily ice demand is moderate and counter space is limited. For higher-volume operations — a busy pub, a function venue, or a hotel bar running multiple services — a machine with greater daily output and a larger storage bin would be more appropriate.

If you are unsure whether this output level matches your service volume, or you have questions about the drain arrangement at your site, the team is happy to talk it through before you commit to a purchase.

Frequently asked questions

Is 21kg of daily ice output enough for a busy bar service?

It depends on your covers and how ice-intensive your menu is. A 21kg daily output is generally adequate for a small café bar, a wine bar, or a hotel lounge with moderate throughput, but it will struggle to keep pace with a high-volume pub or cocktail bar running continuous evening service. If you are regularly serving 80 or more covers and drawing heavily on ice throughout the night, a machine with a higher daily output and larger storage bin is likely to be a more practical fit.

What drainage do I need for this machine to work correctly?

This unit drains by gravity, which means the drainage point in your installation must sit below the machine's drain outlet. If your drain is at the same level or higher — which is common in some bar and back-counter setups — the machine will not drain correctly and you will need to install an external condensate or drain pump. It is worth checking your site drainage arrangement before ordering to avoid delays on installation.

What type of ice does a spray ice maker produce, and does it matter?

Spray ice makers produce bullet-style ice — a cylindrical cube with a hollow centre — built up by spraying water repeatedly over a freezing surface rather than flooding a mould. The result is a denser, clearer piece of ice that melts more slowly than ice from a conventional crescent or flake machine, which helps to reduce drink dilution. For bars where presentation and drink quality matter, this is a meaningful practical difference rather than a marketing distinction.
Polar U-Series Spray Ice Maker 21kg Daily Output

£605.00(£726.00 inc VAT)

£605.00(£726.00 inc VAT)

The Polar U-Series is a compact, self-contained spray ice maker producing bullet-style ice through a spray freezing process. Rather than flooding a mould, the machine builds ice by repeatedly spraying water over a freezing surface, which produces a denser, clearer ice cube that melts more slowly than ice made by conventional flood-type machines. It connects directly to a mains water supply and fills automatically, with a modest on-board storage bin to hold ice ready for immediate use between production cycles.

With a daily output of up to 21kg, this unit is best understood as a light-to-moderate commercial machine. It is well suited to quieter service periods and smaller venues, but operators running a busy bar with continuous demand across an evening service should be aware that the storage capacity is limited and the machine will need time to replenish between draws. It performs reliably within its output range and the R290 refrigerant it uses is both efficient and increasingly common in commercial refrigeration equipment.

From a practical standpoint, the unit offers several genuine operational advantages:

  • Spray-system ice is clearer and denser, reducing dilution in drinks
  • Automatic fill eliminates manual water handling
  • Front-mounted controls keep operation and monitoring straightforward
  • Automatic cleaning cycle supports hygiene compliance during service
  • Stainless steel construction is durable and easy to wipe down

Installation requires a mains cold water supply, a standard electrical connection, and — importantly — a gravity drain that sits below the machine's drain outlet. If your drainage point is level with or higher than the machine, you will need an external condensate pump to make the unit work correctly. This is a common consideration in bar and counter installations and worth confirming before ordering. The machine's compact footprint makes it suitable for worktop or undercounter placement, provided there is adequate ventilation clearance around the unit.

This model is a practical choice for small hotels, café bars, wine bars, and light-use hospitality environments where daily ice demand is moderate and counter space is limited. For higher-volume operations — a busy pub, a function venue, or a hotel bar running multiple services — a machine with greater daily output and a larger storage bin would be more appropriate.

If you are unsure whether this output level matches your service volume, or you have questions about the drain arrangement at your site, the team is happy to talk it through before you commit to a purchase.