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Ice-O-Matic
Ice-O-Matic UCG045A Gourmet Bell Ice Machine (25kg/24hr)
£837.00(£1,004.40 inc VAT)
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The Ice-O-Matic UCG045A is a self-contained under-counter ice machine that produces gourmet bell-shaped ice — the style widely used in bars, cafés, and hospitality operations where the appearance of ice in the glass is part of the drinks service. It is a compact, front-venting unit designed to sit beneath a counter without requiring rear clearance, which makes it a practical choice where fitted counter runs leave little room for conventional ventilation arrangements.
At up to 25kg of ice per 24 hours, this machine is designed for lower-volume service environments. It works well as a dedicated ice supply for a small bar, a café counter, or a service station in a compact restaurant. For venues with heavier daily ice demand — a busy cocktail bar, a function room, or a site running multiple service points — a higher-capacity model would be worth considering before committing to this one.
Operationally, the front air discharge is a genuine advantage in a fitted installation, removing the clearance requirements that cause problems with many alternative units. Ice thickness can be adjusted from the front panel without pulling the machine out of its housing, which is a small but useful detail during busy periods when consistency matters.
- Front air discharge suits under-counter installation in fitted counter runs
- Front-accessible ice thickness adjustment without repositioning the unit
- Gourmet bell ice shape suited to drinks presentation in bars and cafés
- Compact footprint appropriate for space-restricted under-counter positions
- Corrosion-resistant construction built for commercial wet environments
Installation requires a mains cold water connection, a suitable drain, and a standard electrical supply. Water quality directly affects both ice clarity and machine longevity, so an inline water filter is strongly recommended — it is standard practice in commercial ice machine installations and helps protect the unit over time.
This machine is best suited to small bars, cafés, hotel beverage stations, and similar lower-volume settings where under-counter space is limited and daily ice demand is modest. If you are weighing up whether the output will cover your service volume, or if you have questions about fitting the unit into an existing counter run, our team is happy to talk through the details before you order.
Frequently asked questions
Is 25kg per 24 hours enough for my venue?
It depends on your service volume and how ice is used across the day. For a small café or a quiet bar serving light drinks service, 25kg is generally adequate. For a cocktail-focused operation, a venue with multiple service points, or anywhere running busy evening sessions, you may find that a higher-capacity machine is a more practical fit — it is worth working through your estimated daily usage before deciding.
What does front-venting mean for installation?
Front-venting means the machine draws in and expels air through the front fascia rather than the sides or rear. In practical terms, it can be installed flush within a continuous counter run without the side or rear clearance gaps that many ice machines require, which is a meaningful advantage in fitted kitchen or bar environments where every centimetre counts.
Do I need a water filter, and does it affect the warranty?
A water filter is strongly recommended for any commercial ice machine. Hard or impure water causes scale build-up inside the refrigeration circuit, affects ice clarity, and shortens the working life of the unit. Many manufacturers also require evidence of adequate water treatment as a condition of warranty, so fitting an appropriate inline filter at installation is considered standard practice rather than optional.
- Capacity (kg)
- 8
- Country of origin
- US
- Cube shape
- Gourmet
- External depth
- 510 mm
- External height
- 641 mm
- External width
- 387 mm
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Max ambient temp
- 43 °C
- Refrigerant
- R134a
- Water consumption per cycle
- 3 ltr/hr
- Weight
- 37 kg
£837.00(£1,004.40 inc VAT)
£837.00(£1,004.40 inc VAT)
The Ice-O-Matic UCG045A is a self-contained under-counter ice machine that produces gourmet bell-shaped ice — the style widely used in bars, cafés, and hospitality operations where the appearance of ice in the glass is part of the drinks service. It is a compact, front-venting unit designed to sit beneath a counter without requiring rear clearance, which makes it a practical choice where fitted counter runs leave little room for conventional ventilation arrangements.
At up to 25kg of ice per 24 hours, this machine is designed for lower-volume service environments. It works well as a dedicated ice supply for a small bar, a café counter, or a service station in a compact restaurant. For venues with heavier daily ice demand — a busy cocktail bar, a function room, or a site running multiple service points — a higher-capacity model would be worth considering before committing to this one.
Operationally, the front air discharge is a genuine advantage in a fitted installation, removing the clearance requirements that cause problems with many alternative units. Ice thickness can be adjusted from the front panel without pulling the machine out of its housing, which is a small but useful detail during busy periods when consistency matters.
- Front air discharge suits under-counter installation in fitted counter runs
- Front-accessible ice thickness adjustment without repositioning the unit
- Gourmet bell ice shape suited to drinks presentation in bars and cafés
- Compact footprint appropriate for space-restricted under-counter positions
- Corrosion-resistant construction built for commercial wet environments
Installation requires a mains cold water connection, a suitable drain, and a standard electrical supply. Water quality directly affects both ice clarity and machine longevity, so an inline water filter is strongly recommended — it is standard practice in commercial ice machine installations and helps protect the unit over time.
This machine is best suited to small bars, cafés, hotel beverage stations, and similar lower-volume settings where under-counter space is limited and daily ice demand is modest. If you are weighing up whether the output will cover your service volume, or if you have questions about fitting the unit into an existing counter run, our team is happy to talk through the details before you order.
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