Iceteam 1927

What Iceteam 1927 does

Iceteam 1927 is an Italian manufacturer of professional equipment for artisanal gelato, soft serve, and pastry, headquartered in Anzola dell'Emilia (Bologna) and operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ali Group S.r.l. under the legal name Iceteam 1927 - Ali Group S.r.l. a Socio Unico. The company traces its brand to 1927 and currently employs 51-100 people, holding a portfolio of heritage sub-brands including Cattabriga, Coldelite, Promag, and Ott Freezer. Its product range spans horizontal and vertical batch freezers, combined pasteurizer-churners, continuous churning machines (CUBo2), counter-top and floor-standing soft serve machines with heat treatment, and multi-function pastry-gelato units, all brought under the unified ICONA platform launched in October 2025 with touch display interfaces and Hybrid air/water condensation technology delivering up to 80% water savings and 30% energy reduction versus previous generations. Differentiated technology is protected by five registered patents covering the Hybrid system, Vario dual-inverter drives, Portello Revo and Portello Coibentato doors, and a peristaltic pump, while the DIAMOND intelligent software (2025-2026) adds sensor-driven auto-adjustment of the churning cycle on ICONA machines and the Dialog system provides remote monitoring and teleassistance.

The business model is built on B2B hardware sales through an exclusive global dealer and distributor network (supported by partner.iceteam1927.it) with no direct-to-consumer channel, complemented by recurring and adjacent revenue from spare parts (icespares1927.com e-commerce), the EXTENDO 3-year warranty extension, and a training and content ecosystem that includes the GelAteneo high-level gelato school, the Iceteam Academy in Italian hospitality secondary schools, the Chef on Demand online courses, and a global Ambassador program featuring recognized gelato masters. Customers are predominantly SMB artisanal gelaterias, pastry shops, and HoReCa operators across Europe, North America, and Asia, with a small enterprise exposure (e.g., Four Seasons) and a semi-industrial product line. Marketing and lead generation are driven by international trade shows (SIGEP USA, HOST Milano, Nivarata), broad social-media presence, recipe-based content marketing, and a Treedom-backed sustainability initiative (Foresta Iceteam 1927).

Name

Iceteam 1927

Legal name

Iceteam 1927 - Ali Group S.r.l. a Socio Unico

Website

https://iceteam1927.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1927

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Iceteam 1927 is an Italian manufacturer of professional gelato, soft serve, and pastry machines, selling globally through a B2B dealer network to artisanal gelaterias, pastry shops, and hospitality operators, and backed by parent Ali Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Anzola Dell'emilia

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Gelato Machines: Sale of professional gelato machines including artisanal batch freezers (Multifreeze Icona, Vario Icona), continuous churning machines (CUBo2, Vision), and counter-top units. Includes both standard and Hybrid variants.
2. Soft Serve Machines: Sale of soft serve machines including BIB series (301, 401, 453, 603 models), HT variants with heat treatment, and Soft&Shake machines with blender functionality.
3. Pastry & Gastronomy Equipment: Multi-function machines (Vario Icona Chef, Masterchef), cream cookers, continuous churning batch freezers for professional pastry and gastronomy applications.
4. GelAteneo Training Services: Professional training courses at the GelAteneo gelato school, including individual online courses (Chef on Demand), taught by expert gelato makers and pastry chefs. Also includes Iceteam Academy program for hospitality schools.
5. Spare Parts: Sale of spare parts and accessories through dedicated Icespares1927.com e-commerce platform for maintenance and repairs of Iceteam 1927 machines.
6. Warranty Extensions: Extended warranty program (Extendo) offering additional 2 years coverage beyond standard 1-year warranty for machines with Dialog/Dialog Ready system, totaling 3 years protection.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels13 records

Core offering

Iceteam 1927 designs, manufactures, and sells professional machines for artisanal gelato, soft serve, and pastry production under the ICONA product line, including Multifreeze and Vario batch freezers, BIB soft serve units, and multifunction Chef machines. The portfolio combines patented Hybrid air/water condensation, Vario dual inverter drive, Portello Revo insulated doors, the DIAMOND intelligent churning software, and the Dialog remote monitoring platform. Hardware is sold exclusively through an international B2B dealer and distributor network, complemented by spare parts via icespares1927.com and a full training ecosystem anchored by GelAteneo and Iceteam Academy.

Product overview

Iceteam 1927 is a manufacturer of professional gelato and pastry equipment founded in 1927, forming part of the Ali Group. The product portfolio centers on artisan gelato machines (batch freezers, combined pasteurizer-churners), soft serve machines, and multifunction pastry-gelato equipment under the ICONA line. Key product families include Multifreeze Icona horizontal batch freezers (Cattabriga-branded), Vario Icona combined machines, and soft serve BIB machines (301, 403, 453, 603 series). The ICONA line, launched October 2025, unifies the product range with intuitive touch displays and Hybrid air/water condensation technology achieving up to 80% water savings. Beyond hardware, Iceteam 1927 offers the proprietary Dialog monitoring system with remote assistance, the DIAMOND intelligent churning software, and training services through Gelateneo school and Iceteam Academy. The Ambassador program connects the company with gelato and pastry professionals worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Multifreeze Icona Hybrid Horizontal batch freezer under the Cattabriga heritage brand with patented Hybrid air/water condensation achieving up to 80% water savings, intuitive LCD touchscreen, dual inverter system for speed and cooling control, patented Portello Revo insulated door, and plate condenser for high thermal efficiency. Targeted at professional artisanal gelato shops.
• Multifreeze Icona ICONA-generation horizontal batch freezer carrying Cattabriga heritage technology with the latest Iceteam 1927 interface and feature updates, available in standard configuration alongside the Hybrid variant. Targeted at professional artisanal gelato producers.
• Vario Icona Hybrid Combined gelato and pastry machine with patented Hybrid air/water condensation achieving up to 80% water savings, dual inverter system for variable speed and cooling power, touchscreen LCD display, recipe saving functionality, insulated door, and upper pasteurization with lower cooling/churning. Targeted at gelaterias and pastry shops.
• Vario Icona ICONA-generation combined gelato and pastry machine described as smart, fast, and efficient, with dual inverter drive and Icona touchscreen interface. Sold alongside the Hybrid variant for gelaterias and pastry operations.
• Vario Icona Chef Hybrid Multifunction machine combining gelato and pastry capabilities with patented Hybrid condensation, Chef-specific orientable piston for lateral mixture extraction, third inverter in the upper boiler, gelato and pastry agitators, and up to 30% reduction in electricity and water consumption. Targeted at pastry shops and gastronomy operations.
• Vario Icona Chef Multifunction gelato and pastry machine combining pastry and gelato capabilities with intuitive LCD touchscreen interface, third inverter in the upper boiler for speed variation, and a Chef door with orientable piston for lateral mixture extraction. Targeted at pastry shops and gastronomy kitchens.
• Masterchef Icona Multifunction machine in the ICONA line combining gelato and pastry preparation in a single unit, marketed as the smart evolution of Iceteam 1927's multifunction offering. Targeted at pastry shops, restaurants, and gastronomy operators.
• 603 Icona HT Floor-standing soft serve machine with Heat Treatment system, 2+1 flavor capacity, 60 kg/hour productivity, patented peristaltic pump for high volume and easy maintenance, 3X agitator for soft serve and frozen yogurt, and the Icona touchscreen interface. Targeted at restaurants, bars, cafés, and gelato delivery services.
• 301 Icona HT Counter-top single-flavor soft serve machine with Heat Treatment system, high productivity, patented peristaltic pump, and touch screen interface integrated into the Icona line for consistency control and mix preservation. Targeted at cafés, bars, and small foodservice venues.
• 301 Icona HT Soft and Shake Counter-top single-flavor soft serve machine with Heat Treatment system, integrated blender for shake preparations, patented peristaltic pump, and Bag-in-Box option for direct mix connection. Targeted at cafés, bars, and foodservice operators offering shakes.
• 453 Inox Counter-top Bag-in-Box soft serve machine with 2+1 flavor configuration, positioned as a powerful, compact, and intuitive BIB unit. Targeted at cafés, bars, and foodservice operators.
• 353 G HT Gravity-fed counter-top soft serve machine with Heat Treatment system and 2+1 flavor configuration, positioned as a new gravity-fed soft serve unit for cafés and bars. Targeted at foodservice operators needing gravity-fed soft serve.
• CUBo2 / CUBo2i Countertop continuous churning batch freezer that maintains gelato structure indefinitely in the cylinder, allows fresh mix refills, and offers a nighttime conservation mode with timer; the CUBo2i variant adds inverter-driven variable speed for recipes such as Sicilian granita and coffee-based gelato. Targeted at gelaterias and cafés needing dynamic, on-demand gelato.
• Dose and Fill Vacuum-technology filling machine that preserves gelato quality during portioning from batch freezer to container, completing the artisanal gelato production flow. Targeted at artisanal gelaterias and pastry shops.
• DIAMOND Intelligent Software Standalone intelligent software add-on that uses an advanced sensor network to continuously analyze churning cycle parameters and automatically adjust churning in real time, adapting to mix behavior and operating conditions. Applicable to Multifreeze ICONA and Vario ICONA machines, it enhances operator skill by ensuring production continuity, reducing waste, and improving final quality.
• GelAteneo Gelato School High-level gelato school created by Iceteam 1927 offering specialized courses that combine theory and practice, taught by expert gelato makers and pastry chefs for both beginners and professionals seeking to perfect their craft. Targeted at aspiring and professional gelato makers globally.
• Iceteam Academy Educational initiative launched in 2023 that brings artisanal gelato into hospitality secondary schools across Italy, providing Cubo2i machines and semi-finished ingredients free of charge alongside hands-on training and internship opportunities. Targeted at Italian hospitality schools and their students.
• Chef on Demand Individual online courses delivered by Iceteam 1927 gelato chefs, offering flexible, convenient, customized training for participants. Targeted at gelato professionals and aspiring makers seeking remote instruction.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 80% water savings with Hybrid system compared to previous generation machines
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability1 record

Feature11 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• TreedomminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Environmental partnership for the Foresta Iceteam 1927 initiative, planting 900 trees in 7 countries since 2022. The project supports biodiversity and contributes to CO₂ absorption while aligning with Iceteam 1927's Hybrid machine line water-saving technology.
• ALTIS - Università CattolicaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership conducting analysis on the impact of the Foresta Iceteam 1927 project on local communities, examining improvements in agricultural training, personal well-being, and economic opportunities for farmers in Kenya and Nepal.
• Carpigiani Group (Local Units)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIntra-group companies belonging to the Carpigiani group, mentioned in privacy policy as potential data recipients for contract execution purposes within the corporate family.
• Luca GandolfiminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with gelato expert Luca Gandolfi to create the Cocktail Cremolati recipe book, combining gelato artistry with mixology for the GelAteneo training program.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Carpigiani: Carpigiani is the dominant global manufacturer of artisanal gelato machines, offering batch freezers, pasteurizers, and display cases. Although referenced as a sister company under the same Ali Group parent, it is a direct category competitor to Iceteam 1927 in gelato-making equipment, serving overlapping gelateria and pastry customers.
• Bravo (gelato equipment): Bravo is an Italian manufacturer of professional gelato and pastry machines, including batch freezers and combined machines. It competes head-to-head with Iceteam 1927 in artisanal gelato shops and pastry labs in Europe and abroad.
• Frigomat: Frigomat produces professional gelato machinery, blast chillers, and pasteurizers for artisanal production. It targets the same artisanal gelateria and pastry customer base as Iceteam 1927, particularly across Italy and export markets.
• Nissei (Gel Matsu): Nissei is a Japanese manufacturer of commercial gelato and soft-serve equipment, including batch freezers and continuous churners. It overlaps with Iceteam 1927's product range and is a particularly relevant peer in Asian markets where Iceteam also has customers.
• G.S. di Gerla: An Italian specialist in gelato batch freezers and pasticceria equipment, G.S. di Gerla serves artisanal gelaterias and pastry labs with similar product categories to Iceteam 1927's artisanal and multifunction lines.
• Taylor Company: Taylor is a major US manufacturer of commercial foodservice equipment including soft-serve and frozen beverage machines. It directly overlaps with Iceteam 1927's BIB soft-serve and Soft&Shake products in North America and global hospitality channels.
• Electro Freeze (Hoshizaki America): Electro Freeze is a US-based manufacturer of soft-serve and frozen beverage equipment under Hoshizaki. It overlaps directly with Iceteam 1927's soft serve product family in foodservice segments such as restaurants, bars, and quick-service restaurants.

Emerging players

• Spaceman USA: Spaceman manufactures commercial soft-serve and frozen beverage machines with a growing international presence. It is a partial competitor to Iceteam 1927's soft-serve product lines, especially in convenience and hospitality channels.

Broad incumbents

• Hoshizaki: Hoshizaki is a large Japanese conglomerate specializing in commercial ice makers, refrigeration, and foodservice equipment. Through Electro Freeze it competes with Iceteam's soft-serve machines; its broader refrigeration portfolio makes it a scaled incumbent with overlapping industrial DNA to Iceteam 1927.

Others

• Ali Group: Ali Group S.r.l. is the Italian conglomerate that owns Iceteam 1927 as a wholly-owned subsidiary and also owns Carpigiani and other foodservice-equipment brands. It is the ultimate parent and key ecosystem participant for Iceteam 1927 rather than a direct market peer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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