Ice-O-Matic is a premier American manufacturer of commercial ice machines, headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Since 1952, the company has operated under the mantra “Ice. Pure and Simple.” Now part of the Ali Group, they are one of the world’s largest producers of ice evaporators and are dedicated to making ice production as mechanically simple and reliable as possible.
What Makes Them Stand Out
Ice-O-Matic is defined by its focus on food safety and “installation without limits.” Their standout features include:
- Dual Exhaust Technology: A hallmark of their Elevation Series, this allows hot air to be discharged from both the side and the top of the unit. This gives operators more flexibility to install machines in tight spaces or under low ceilings where traditional exhaust would cause the machine to overheat.
- PURE ICE® Protection: This is a multi-layered approach to sanitation that uses built-in AgION® antimicrobial compounds (a silver-based inorganic ion) to inhibit the growth of bacteria, mold, and algae within the food zone.
- Harvest Assist: While many machines rely solely on gravity or heat to drop ice, Ice-O-Matic uses a mechanical “Harvest Assist” to push ice off the evaporator. This speeds up the cycle, increases production, and reduces energy consumption.
Important Equipment & Products
CIM Series Modular Cubers
Their flagship line of cube ice machines, designed for high-volume environments like restaurants and hotels. Features one-touch sanitizing and descaling controls. The “Food Zone” is designed with dishwasher-safe, snap-out plastic components, making it one of the easiest machines in the industry to deep clean without tools.
GEM Series (Pearl Ice®) Machines
Machines that produce small, soft flakes of ice primarily used for food presentation and medical applications. Designed for 24/7 heavy-duty use, these units feature high-load stainless steel bearings and a heavy-duty gearbox for maximum reliability when producing ice for seafood displays or salad bars.
UnderCounter (UCG) Series
Small, self-contained ice machines designed to fit under standard 34-inch counters. These produce “Gourmet” or “Bistrot” ice—crystal-clear, slow-melting thimble-shaped cubes. They are ideal for bars and wait stations where space is at a premium but high-quality cocktail ice is required.
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