Manitowoc UFP0399A 175kg/24hr Flake Ice Machine

The Manitowoc UFP0399A is a self-contained flake ice machine designed for commercial sites with a consistent, high-volume demand for flake ice. It produces up to 175kg of ice per 24-hour period and holds up to 55kg in its integrated storage bin, meaning there is always a usable reserve available even during busy service periods. The unit is constructed in stainless steel and built to the standard expected of Manitowoc's commercial ice range.

Flake ice has a relatively soft, irregular texture that makes it well suited to food presentation, particularly fish and seafood displays, fresh produce counters, and buffet or salad bar applications. It moulds easily around product, maintains consistent surface contact, and melts at a controlled rate — characteristics that make it a practical choice wherever food safety and presentation both matter. It is also commonly used in healthcare and laboratory environments where gentle, pliable ice is required.

In a busy service environment, the UFP0399A's production rate means it can comfortably keep pace with sustained demand without operators needing to ration usage or plan around ice availability. Key operational advantages include:

• Continuous production cycle keeps storage replenished throughout the day
• 55kg bin provides a meaningful buffer during peak demand
• Stainless steel construction supports straightforward cleaning and long-term hygiene compliance
• Flake format reduces the risk of product bruising or damage in display applications
• Compact footprint relative to output, useful where floor space is limited

Installation requires a mains water connection, a suitable drain, and an appropriate electrical supply. The unit weighs 94kg and stands at 1172mm high with a 738mm width, so access routes and final positioning should be considered before delivery. It is designed for indoor installation and will perform best in a well-ventilated space — ambient temperature extremes can affect output in any ice machine, and this is worth bearing in mind when identifying a suitable location.

The UFP0399A is well suited to fishmongers, fish and chip restaurants, hotel buffets, food service operations with prominent display counters, and any site where flake ice is a daily operational requirement rather than an occasional need. For smaller sites with more modest demand, a lower-output machine may be more appropriate and more economical to run. Equally, sites with very high-volume requirements or multiple points of use may find a higher-capacity model better matched to their needs.

If you are unsure whether this output level matches your site's usage pattern, or have questions about installation requirements, we are happy to talk it through before you commit to a purchase.