Nugget Ice Maker

Core Strengths & Product Highlights

1. Independent Dual Water Circuits for Ice & Cold Water, One-Touch Quick Access

Two isolated water pipelines are built inside the machine, so ice making and cold water dispensing work separately without mutual interference. Users can get fresh nugget ice or chilled water with a single tap, eliminating the trouble of manually adding ice and greatly speeding up drink preparation.
The pop-out water spout extends first before water flows out, effectively preventing accidental triggering and water dripping. It keeps the machine clean with minimal maintenance work, making it an ideal choice for busy coffee shops, office pantries and supporting facilities in boutique hotels.

2. Anti-Freezing Tank Structure for Stable Long-Hour Operation

Conventional ice makers are easily affected by ambient temperature fluctuations, resulting in tank blockage from frost and uneven ice formation. Silen® adds precise pre-cooling function and adjustable refrigeration speed. Before each ice-making cycle, inlet water will be stabilized at 7°C, and refrigeration power will be adjusted in real time to maintain stable internal operating conditions.
This design avoids frost blockage faults, guarantees uniform ice shape and consistent ice output. The pre-cooling process also lowers the startup load of the compressor, cutting power consumption and mechanical wear. The machine can run continuously for hours steadily even under unstable surrounding temperatures.

3. Compact Space-Saving Body with Large Internal Capacity

Our engineering team rearranges internal component layout to realize larger water and ice storage space within a small unit. The total water tank holds 3 liters (2L upper tank + 1L lower auxiliary tank), and a full water refill can make 3kg nugget ice. The 1.2kg ice bin meets daily demands of 4 to 6 people, fully covering regular ice needs of families, offices and small retail stores.
Fitted with high-performance compressor and smart pre-cooling program, the machine resumes ice production in merely 2 minutes after cold water dispensing. The side-opening door matches most interior decoration styles. Transparent water tank and ice bin allow users to check water and ice volume at a glance for easier daily management.

4. Double-Layer Insulated Door for Better Ice Preservation & Energy Efficiency

The door adopts double-layer heat insulation structure, forming an effective thermal barrier inside the unit with an internal-external temperature gap of 5 to 8°C. Its heat insulation performance is 20% higher than standard single-layer ice makers.
Ice melting speed is largely slowed down to extend ice storage time, reducing repeated refrigeration cycles of the compressor and cutting energy costs. It can continuously supply sufficient fresh ice during restaurant rush hours and all-day hotel service.

5. Dual Cleaning Modes for Easy Sanitary Maintenance

The machine supports two cleaning solutions: thorough manual deep cleaning and one-touch automatic flushing. Users can lift the top flip lid to fully clean the water tank; the auto-clean program flushes the whole water pipeline to reduce limescale buildup and keep the water system hygienic for long-term use.
A drain outlet is reserved at the bottom of the unit to completely drain residual water and cleaning liquid without dead corners. Practical built-in functions including low-water reminder, ice-full auto-stop and internal lighting simplify daily operation and reduce maintenance workload significantly.

Product Specifications

Applicable Scenarios

Scenario 1: Specialty Coffee & Beverage Shops

Many European chain coffee stores select Silen® ice makers as standard in-store equipment. The soft chewable nugget ice improves beverage texture and taste, helping shops upgrade their drink quality. With a daily ice output of 16kg, the machine delivers stable ice supply even during peak customer flow. Dual functions of ice and cold water speed up order preparation and lift overall store operating efficiency.

Scenario 2: Corporate Office Lounge Areas

Many enterprises place this ice maker in staff lounges and pantry zones. Its compact size fits standard countertop layouts, and low operating noise won’t disturb office environments. The built-in auto-clean function eases maintenance work for administrative staff, enabling employees to access clean nugget ice and cold water at any time.

Scenario 3: Supporting Facilities for Boutique Hotels

Boutique hotels widely adopt this unit to upgrade amenities in guest rooms and public areas. Multiple surface finishes including wood grain, stone grain and brushed metal are available for customization to match various hotel interior styles. Stable compressor cooling plus double-layer insulation ensures round-the-clock fresh ice supply. The drip-proof water spout guarantees safe and trouble-free use for hotel guests.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What makes Silen® nugget ice different from regular cube ice?

Silen® nugget ice features soft and porous texture that can be chewed directly. Compared with hard solid cube ice, it cools drinks faster, absorbs beverage flavors better and melts slower, bringing a smoother drinking experience when paired with coffee, tea and fruit juices.

Q2: Is this machine suitable for long-term high-frequency commercial use?

Absolutely. Fitted with high-efficiency compressor cooling and anti-freezing tank structure, the unit supports non-stop long-hour operation without frost blockage or performance decline. Its 16kg daily ice yield and excellent heat insulation fully satisfy high-frequency usage demands of coffee shops, hotels and catering stores.

Q3: What optional add-ons and customization services are available?

Multiple adjustments can be made to fit market demands in different regions. Optional upgrades include built-in cold water dispenser, mobile APP remote control and UV sterilization lamp. Various surface panel finishes are provided, and we also support voltage adaptation for global markets, private label OEM and customized ODM development services.