Hoshizaki DCM-60KE-HC Ice and Water Dispenser (60kg/24hr)

The Hoshizaki DCM-60KE-HC is a self-contained ice and water dispenser that produces cubelet ice, stores it internally, and dispenses it — alone or combined with chilled water — at the touch of a button. The machine handles the complete process within a single unit: producing the ice, holding it in a protected 1.9kg storage bin, and delivering it hygienically on demand without any handling by staff or end-users. It runs on R290, a natural refrigerant with a low global warming potential.

In practice, this type of dispenser is most commonly found at healthcare catering points, hotel beverage stations, staff canteens, and front-of-house self-service counters where consistent access to ice and chilled water is needed throughout the day without requiring kitchen staff to intervene. Because ice in storage is never exposed to scooping or open-air contact, the dispensing mechanism is well suited to environments where hygiene standards are closely managed.

The main operational advantages are straightforward:

• Touch-button dispensing removes scooping entirely, reducing contamination risk and staff time
• Portion control helps manage ice consumption and keeps waste low during service
• All-in-one design means a single plumbing and drainage connection rather than separate components to maintain
• Compact footprint makes counter or beverage station installation practical in tighter spaces
• R290 refrigerant supports consistent production without reliance on high-GWP synthetic gases

Installation requires a mains water supply, a drainage point, and a standard electrical connection. Positioning should allow adequate clearance around the unit for ventilation and routine cleaning access. At 60kg per 24 hours, this model is well matched to low-to-medium demand settings; sites with higher or more sustained throughput requirements should consider a larger-capacity dispenser or a modular ice production system.

This dispenser suits operators who need reliable, hygienic ice and water access in a self-service setting without the complexity of a larger production setup. If you are unsure whether the output matches your peak demand, we are happy to talk through your usage pattern before you commit to an order.