Commercial Ice Vending Machine – Used, High Capacity
$25,000
SKU: CCH-10045
Available to order — we confirm availability and your delivery window before dispatch
The Ice Depot is a high-capacity commercial ice vending machine that combines production, storage, bagging, and payment in one food-grade enclosure for retail, fuel stations, campgrounds, and self-service sites.
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The Ice Depot is a commercial-grade ice vending machine engineered for high-volume production and automated dispensing. This self-contained unit is built for retail locations, fuel stations, campgrounds, and self-service facilities that need reliable ice access. Constructed with food-grade materials throughout, it integrates ice production, storage, bagging, and payment processing into a single enclosure.
Key Features
- High daily production capacity producing up to 450 kilograms (about 992 pounds) of ice per 24-hour cycle.
- Dual dispensing options offering both bagged and bulk ice through separate chutes.
- Multi-denomination payment system accepting bills, coins, and IC cards with change return.
- Five-stage reverse osmosis filtration running inlet water through sediment, activated carbon, and RO membrane stages.
- Food-grade stainless steel construction (grade 304) on all surfaces that contact ice or water.
- Automated bagging mechanism that dispenses, weighs, fills, and seals bags without operator help.
- Remote monitoring capability via GSM-based reporting and controls.
- Automatic safety shutoffs triggered when water is low, ice storage is full, or bags run out.
The Ice Depot works as a fully integrated ice production and vending system. Incoming water passes through a multistage purification process before reaching the ice maker. The formation chamber produces uniform 22×22×22 millimeter cube ice, which moves to an insulated storage bin. An internal auger system carries ice from storage to the dispensing mechanism as required.
When a customer starts a purchase, the payment system validates currency and signals the control board to begin dispensing. For bagged orders, the machine positions an empty bag, fills it to the programmed weight, and heat-seals it before delivery. Bulk ice dispenses directly through a separate chute into the customer's own container.
The cabinet uses a front-door design for access to internal components during maintenance. A waterproof powder-coated steel exterior shields the internal mechanisms from weather when installed outdoors. The control system continuously monitors ice levels, water input, bag supply, and payment processing to keep operations running.
Technical Specifications
- Model: JM450
- Daily Ice Production: 450 kg (992 lbs)
- Ice Cube Dimensions: 22×22×22 mm
- Storage Capacity: high-capacity insulated bin (exact capacity varies by configuration)
- Payment Acceptance: bills, coins, IC card with change return
- Filtration Stages: 5-stage reverse osmosis system
- Cabinet Dimensions: 1200 mm W × 1000 mm D × 2200 mm H (47.2" × 39.4" × 86.6")
- Net Weight: 500 kg (1,102 lbs)
- Cabinet Material: waterproof steel with food-grade stainless steel interior surfaces
- Electrical Requirements: commercial power supply (specifications by configuration)
- Water Connection: standard inlet water line with filtration system
- Operating Lifespan: 8-10 years with regular maintenance
- Certifications: CE compliant
- Shipping Configuration: 8 units per 20-foot container, 16 units per 40-foot container
The integrated water purification system runs through sequential filtration stages: Stage 1 is a 10-inch, 5-micron precision sediment filter; Stage 2 is a 10-inch bulk activated carbon filter; Stage 3 is a 10-inch sintered activated carbon filter; Stage 4 is a reverse osmosis membrane (200 GPD / 750 liters per 24-hour capacity, optional upgrade); and Stage 5 is a post-activated carbon final polishing filter. All filtration components meet NSF standards for drinking water treatment.
The Ice Depot is intended for commercial installation in self-service retail locations needing unattended ice sales, fuel stations and travel centers, campgrounds and RV parks, marinas and boat launch facilities, grocery store parking lots, and multi-unit residential developments with shared amenities. The unit runs continuously indoors or outdoors and requires electrical service and a potable water supply, plus regular maintenance access for filter changes, sanitation, and mechanical servicing.
Package Includes
- Ice Depot JM450 commercial vending machine unit
- Integrated multistage water filtration system
- Bill and coin validator with change return mechanism
- IC card reader (factory-installed)
- Automated bagging mechanism with heat sealer
- GSM remote monitoring module
- Installation and operation manual
- Starter supply of vending bags
Running a Commercial Ice Vending Machine for Sale as a Business
An unattended ice kiosk is one of the few retail formats where the product makes itself. This commercial ice vending machine for sale handles the whole cycle in one weatherproof cabinet: it filters incoming water, freezes it, stores it, bags it, takes the money, and reports back. Once it is set on a pad with water and power, the daily job is refilling bags and checking the filters.
That matters because ice demand is seasonal and spiky. A machine that can bag continuously through a July weekend without an attendant standing beside it is the difference between capturing that demand and turning it away.
Specifications at a Glance
- Daily output: up to roughly 992 lb (450 kg) per 24 hours
- Dispensing modes: bagged and bulk, through separate chutes
- Ice format: uniform cube, approximately 22 mm on each side
- Water treatment: five-stage reverse osmosis with sediment, carbon, and RO membrane stages
- Contact surfaces: grade 304 food-grade stainless steel
- Payment: bills, coins, and IC cards with change return
- Monitoring: GSM-based remote reporting and control
- Cabinet: powder-coated steel, weather-sealed for outdoor placement
Sites That Suit a Self-Service Ice Machine
The best locations share a pattern: steady vehicle traffic, a reason people are already carrying a cooler, and hours when staffed retail is closed. Because the unit is self-contained, it can occupy a corner of a lot that generates no other revenue.
- Fuel stations and convenience-store forecourts
- Campgrounds, RV parks, and marina entrances
- Boat ramps, lake access points, and trailhead lots
- Event grounds, fairgrounds, and sports complexes
- Rural crossroads where the nearest staffed store closes early
Site Prep, Utilities, and Delivery
Plan three things before the machine arrives: a level concrete pad sized for the cabinet with clear service access at the front door, a potable water supply with a shutoff you can reach, and an electrical feed run by a licensed electrician to the machine's requirements. Leave breathing room around the condenser so hot air is not recirculated, and think about lighting and camera coverage for an unattended installation. Drainage should carry meltwater away from the customer standing area, which becomes an ice hazard in freezing weather. Questions about placement or specification are best answered directly — our team is reachable through the contact page, and common purchase questions are covered in the FAQ section. Freight details, including the flat $500 charge that applies to all 50 states, are set out in the shipping policy. If you also need cold storage alongside the kiosk, the refrigerated units in our full equipment catalog are worth a look.
Frequently Asked Questions
What utilities does the machine need on site?
A potable water line and a dedicated electrical supply installed to the unit's stated requirements, plus drainage for meltwater and filter flush. Have a licensed electrician and plumber handle the hookups and confirm local code for outdoor commercial equipment. Getting the pad, conduit, and water stub in before delivery makes commissioning a much shorter job.
How much maintenance does it need day to day?
Routine attention is mostly consumables: restocking bags, replacing filter cartridges on schedule, and sanitizing the ice contact surfaces at the intervals the manufacturer specifies. Beyond that, keep the condenser coil clear of dust and leaves and check the door seals. The remote monitoring feature flags low water, full storage, and empty bag conditions so you are not guessing.
Can it be installed outdoors year-round?
The cabinet is built and coated for outdoor placement, but freezing climates need thought. Water lines and drains must be protected against freezing, and the pad should shed water rather than collect it. In areas with hard winters many operators reduce or suspend service in the coldest months and winterize the plumbing.
| SKU | CCH-10045 |
| Condition | Condition graded on request |
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| Availability | Available to order — nationwide delivery |
We deliver to all 50 states for a flat $500 per order — the same price regardless of container size, quantity, or distance. That fee is added in your cart and at checkout, and there is no distance or size surcharge. A tilt-bed truck slides the container to ground level and places it as close as safely possible to where you want it.
Need help preparing your site or choosing the right delivery method? Call us at (440) 379-3940 or request a quote.
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