High-Capacity Commercial Ice Maker

Product Overview

The GLEAD GL-002 Ice Maker is a high-performance commercial ice maker designed to solve high-volume ice demand challenges for businesses across industries. Unlike basic residential ice makers, this unit produces four distinct ice types—cube ice (full/half/dice/crescent), flake ice, nugget ice (“Sonic ice”), and gourmet clear ice—making it a versatile solution for restaurants, hospitals, seafood markets, and event venues. Its core strength lies in balancing high-capacity ice production (100–2000+ lbs/day) with efficiency, ensuring businesses never run out of ice during peak hours (e.g., restaurant dinner services or concert intermissions).

Technical Specifications

Application Scenarios

Restaurants & Bars

Restaurants and bars need ice that enhances customer experience: cube ice (slow-melting) preserves cocktail flavor without dilution, while nugget ice (chewable) is popular for iced coffee or sodas. The GL-002’s countertop model (100–300 lbs/day) fits behind bars, and its rapid ice production (first batch in 6–15 minutes) ensures no delays during rush hours. The self-cleaning ice maker function also reduces labor time for staff, who can focus on serving customers instead of scrubbing equipment.

Hospitals & Clinics

Hospitals require safe, easy-to-consume ice for patients (e.g., post-surgery or elderly individuals). The GL-002’s nugget ice is soft and chewable, avoiding discomfort, and its NSF/ANSI 12 certified design meets medical-grade hygiene standards. Antimicrobial surfaces (infused with silver ions) prevent the growth of E. coli and Salmonella, critical for infection control in healthcare settings.

Seafood Markets

Seafood markets rely on flake ice to keep fish, shrimp, and shellfish fresh—its soft, moldable texture wraps around delicate flesh without bruising. The GL-002’s undercounter or modular models (300–1000+ lbs/day) deliver a steady supply of flake ice, while the 304 stainless steel exterior withstands the humid environment of market stalls. Insulated storage bins also keep ice at 0–4°C, maintaining seafood quality all day.

Competitive Advantages

Hygiene & Safety Leadership

Unlike generic ice makers, the GL-002 is NSF/ANSI 12 certified and features antimicrobial surfaces—addressing a key pain point for food service and healthcare businesses (cross-contamination risk). The automated 30-minute self-cleaning ice maker cycle sanitizes water reservoirs and ice molds, eliminating manual scrubbing and reducing bacterial growth.

Energy & Water Efficiency

With optimized compressors and eco-friendly refrigerants, the GL-002 uses 30–50% less water and consumes less energy than standard models. For a mid-sized restaurant using 500 lbs of ice daily, this translates to $$200$$300 in monthly utility savings— a significant long-term benefit.

Space-Saving Modular Design

The GL-002's three model types (countertop/undercounter/modular) adapt to any space: countertop units fit small cafes or food trucks, undercounter models save floor space in bars, and modular units (stackable) work for stadiums or cruise ships. This flexibility beats one-size-fits-all competitors, which often require extra floor space.

FAQ

How long does the GLEAD GL-002 take to make the first batch of ice?

It produces the first batch in 6–15 minutes, depending on the ice type (e.g., cube ice takes ~10 minutes, while flake ice takes ~6 minutes). This is 2–3x faster than standard commercial ice makers.

Is the ice from the GL-002 safe for medical use?

Yes. The unit is NSF/ANSI 12 certified, has antimicrobial surfaces, and uses a water filtration system to remove impurities—making nugget ice safe for hospital patients.

Can the modular model be expanded if my business grows?

Yes. Modular units can be paired with additional storage bins (1000+ lbs) or stacked to increase capacity, avoiding the need to buy a new machine as your ice demand rises.