Refrigeration Equipment

Ice Machines

Commercial ice machines produce cube, flake or crescent ice at volume for bars, restaurants, hotels and healthcare facilities, with built-in or separate storage bins to hold production between peak demand periods. Frosten supplies Hoshizaki ice machines sized to daily production requirements.

Key Features

High Daily Production

Output sized from small back-bar units to high-volume hospitality production.

Multiple Ice Forms

Cube, half-cube, flake and crescent ice formats available for different uses.

Corrosion-Resistant Construction

Stainless steel cabinets suited to constant water and humidity exposure.

Self-Cleaning Cycles

Automated cleaning cycles reduce scale build-up and maintain hygiene.

Energy & Water Efficient

Modern compressors and water-saving harvest cycles reduce running cost.

Benefits

  • Reliable volume production for peak service periods
  • Ice form matched to use case: presentation, cooling or blended drinks
  • Stainless construction withstands constant washdown and humidity
  • Self-cleaning cycles reduce manual maintenance burden

Typical Applications

  • Hotels
  • Bars & Restaurants
  • Hospitals
  • Catering Operations
  • Fish & Produce Handling
  • Convenience Retail

Available Capacities

  • 25–50 kg/day (small bar unit)
  • 50–150 kg/day (mid-size hospitality)
  • 150–500+ kg/day (high-volume hotel/catering)

Optional Accessories

  • Storage bins for excess production capacity
  • Water filtration systems (reduces scale, improves ice clarity)
  • Ice scoops and sanitary storage accessories
  • Remote condensing kit for high-heat kitchen locations

Brands We Supply

Hoshizaki logo

Installation Options

  • Dedicated water supply line with isolation valve
  • Drainage point for melt water and cleaning cycles
  • Clearance for ventilation around condenser
  • Water filtration fitted ahead of machine where water quality requires it

Preventive Maintenance

  • Bin and machine sanitisation every 1–3 months per health guidelines
  • Water filter replacement per manufacturer schedule
  • Condenser coil cleaning every 3–6 months
  • Scale check and descale cycle based on local water hardness

Warranty

Manufacturer warranty of 1–3 years on parts and compressor; Frosten workmanship warranty on installation.

Industries Served

  • Hospitality
  • Healthcare
  • Food Processing
  • Retail & Supermarkets

Typical Project Cost

From KES 295,000

This reflects current Kenyan market pricing for a comparable-capacity commercial ice machine. Your final quotation depends on:

  • Production capacity (kg/24h) and storage bin size
  • Brand and model selected
  • Number of units
  • Installation and commissioning requirements
  • Electrical and water supply requirements
  • Site access and building type

Indicative costs vary according to equipment selection and project scope, and final pricing is confirmed after we assess your requirements. Request a free quotation for a project-specific price.

Why Choose Frosten

Professional Installation

100% in-house delivery, no subcontractors, from design through commissioning.

Preventive Maintenance

Documented maintenance plans sized to your equipment and site.

Genuine Spare Parts

Parts sourced through authorised brand channels, not grey-market substitutes.

Qualified Technicians

Trained, accountable in-house engineers, the same team from survey to aftercare.

Fast Response

24/7 breakdown response across our service footprint.

Warranty Support

Manufacturer warranty backed by Frosten's own workmanship guarantee.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size ice machine do I need?

Sizing depends on peak daily covers or service volume rather than venue size alone; we help calculate expected daily ice demand during the survey.

Does Nairobi's water quality affect ice machines?

Local water hardness and mineral content can accelerate scale build-up; we recommend water filtration ahead of the machine in most installations to protect performance and ice clarity.

Interested in Ice Machines? Get a free quotation.