Ice Machines Plus

What Ice Machines Plus does

Ice Machines Plus is a privately held, US-based e-commerce distributor specializing in commercial ice machines, refrigeration equipment, and adjacent foodservice supplies. Founded in 2006 and headquartered at 24 Maple Street in Wethersfield, Connecticut, the company operates a direct-to-consumer web storefront (IceMachinesPlus.com) selling more than 10,000 SKUs across authorized reseller relationships with 15+ manufacturers including Scotsman, Manitowoc, Hoshizaki, Ice-O-Matic, Atosa, Empura, 3M, Everpure, True Refrigeration, Follett, Moffat, and Perlick. Its customer base is primarily foodservice and hospitality operators (restaurants, bars, hotels, hospitals) with secondary exposure to retail and convenience stores requiring ice dispensers and commercial refrigeration.

The product portfolio spans air-cooled, water-cooled, and remote condenser ice machines; undercounter ice makers; hotel and self-service ice dispensers; commercial ice bins; water filtration systems; full-line commercial refrigeration; cooking and beverage equipment; food display and holding; and stainless steel fabrication. Pricing is predominantly one-time unit-based, with products ranging from approximately $22 for descalers and cleaners to over $14,000 for high-capacity commercial ice machines. The company has introduced a Subscribe & Save subscription option for water filtration replacement cartridges, offering approximately 10% savings with 6, 9, and 12-month delivery cadences to layer recurring revenue onto the transactional catalog. Free shipping is offered on orders over $99, supported by a price-match guarantee and a phone-based customer service line (1-877-900-4423).

Ice Machines Plus functions as a multi-brand reseller and aggregator rather than a manufacturer or technology developer, with no proprietary technology or AI capabilities disclosed. The business is independently operated with no disclosed parent company, institutional investors, or venture funding, suggesting stable long-term private ownership. Geographic operations are limited to the United States, and no revenue, headcount, or M&A data has been publicly disclosed.

Name

Ice Machines Plus

Legal name

Ice Machines Plus

Website

https://icemachinesplus.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Ice Machines Plus is a US-based e-commerce distributor founded in 2006 that sells 10,000+ SKUs of commercial ice machines, refrigeration, water filtration, and restaurant equipment from 15+ manufacturer brands to foodservice and hospitality operators nationwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Foodservice Equipment

NAICS

Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423740)

SIC

Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585)

akta.pro primary industry

Cold Chain & Temperature-Controlled Storage Equipment (IMAHAKAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Outdoor & Specialty Major Appliance Retail (Outdoor Kitchens, Grills, Ice Makers) (CRACACAG)

Keywords

• Commercial ice machines
• Foodservice equipment
• Commercial refrigeration
• Water filtration systems
• Restaurant equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Wethersfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: One-time sale of commercial ice machines, refrigeration equipment, accessories, and parts. Revenue generated through direct product sales with pricing varying by brand, model, and specifications. Subscription option available for water filtration replacement cartridges offering recurring revenue from repeat customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Ice Machines Plus is a multi-brand online reseller and distributor of commercial ice machines, commercial refrigeration, water filtration systems, and related foodservice/restaurant equipment, selling direct to foodservice and hospitality operators across the United States through an e-commerce storefront carrying 10,000+ SKUs from brands such as Scotsman, Manitowoc, Hoshizaki, Ice-O-Matic, Atosa, Empura, True, 3M, and Everpure.

Product overview

Ice Machines Plus is a B2B e-commerce distributor specializing in commercial ice machines and foodservice equipment since 2006. The company operates as a multi-brand reseller offering a comprehensive portfolio of ice machines (including Scotsman, Manitowoc, Hoshizaki, Ice-O-Matic, Atosa, and Empura brands) alongside complementary refrigeration equipment and restaurant supplies. Their product ecosystem centers on commercial ice production equipment ranging from undercounter ice makers to modular ice machine heads, supported by water filtration systems, ice storage bins, and accessories. The company also distributes commercial refrigeration (True Refrigeration, Atosa, Empura), commercial cooking equipment (Moffat, Atosa, Empura), and stainless steel fabrication items. Ice Machines Plus functions as a distributor/reseller rather than a manufacturer, offering over 10,000 SKUs with free shipping on orders over $99.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Ice Machines Commercial-grade ice machines for foodservice and hospitality industries, available in various configurations including air-cooled, water-cooled, and remote condenser types, and offered in cube, flake, and nugget ice styles. Sold direct online to restaurants, bars, hotels, hospitals, and other commercial kitchens requiring consistent ice production for beverages, food preservation, and customer service.
• Undercounter Ice Makers Compact ice making units designed to fit under countertops for convenient ice access in commercial kitchens, bars, and limited-space foodservice settings.
• Commercial Ice Dispensers Self-service ice dispensing equipment for commercial establishments including hotels, hospitals, and restaurants, including hotel ice dispensers and combination ice maker and water dispensers.
• Commercial Ice Bins Storage bins for collecting and storing ice produced by ice machine heads, designed to integrate with commercial ice maker heads.
• Water Filtration Systems Water filtration products including replacement cartridges and complete filtration systems for ice machines and beverage equipment, available as one-time purchases or via a Subscribe & Save subscription plan (6, 9, or 12 month delivery cadence, approximately 10% savings).
• Ice Machine Accessories Parts and accessories for ice machines including ice bin tops, machine stands, ice totes, shovels, scoops, bagging and dispensing systems, ice bags, and shuttle systems.
• Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Commercial refrigeration including refrigerators, freezers, bar refrigeration, chef bases, display cases, walk-in units, and commercial refrigeration parts and accessories.
• Restaurant Equipment Full range of commercial kitchen equipment including beverage equipment, cooking equipment, food preparation, food display merchandising, food holding and warming equipment, furniture, janitorial supplies, smallwares, work tables/sinks/warewashing, and storage transport.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2,000+ satisfied customers (5-star ratings)

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• ScotsmancoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorScotsman is a key brand partner, with dedicated collection page and featured brand status. Ice Machines Plus serves as an authorized reseller of Scotsman ice machines, dispensers, and accessories including the Prodigy Elite series.
• ManitowoccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorManitowoc is featured as a top brand with dedicated collection featuring Indigo NXT series ice makers. Products include undercounter ice machines and modular units.
• Ice-O-MaticcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIce-O-Matic is highlighted as a key brand partner with Elevation Series cube ice makers and Pearl Ice machines. Featured prominently on homepage with dedicated product showcases.
• HoshizakicoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHoshizaki products featured on brands page as an industry-leading commercial ice maker brand, sold alongside Scotsman and Manitowoc.
• AtosamajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAtosa is a major brand partner with 567 products available including ice machines, refrigeration units, and cooking equipment. One of the largest brand collections on the platform.
• Empura (Equipment, Refrigeration, Ice Machines, Stainless)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMultiple Empura brand lines carried: Empura Equipment (138 products), Empura Refrigeration (218 products), Empura Ice Machines (25 products), and Empura Stainless (304 products). Collectively represents a significant portion of inventory.
• 3M Water FiltrationmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor3M water filtration products featured with 253 products available including replacement cartridges and filtration systems for ice machines and commercial equipment.
• True RefrigerationmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTrue Refrigeration is listed as a trusted name brand partner, offering reach-in refrigerators and commercial refrigeration solutions.
• Everpure (Pentair)supportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEverpure water filtration products offered including MC2 filter systems with subscription savings options.
• FollettsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFollett ice machines and dispensers available as part of the product assortment.
• MoffatsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMoffat Turbofan convection ovens and commercial cooking equipment offered as part of broader restaurant equipment inventory.
• ICETROsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorICETRO ice maker products available through the platform.
• ITV Ice MakerssupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorITV Ice Makers products featured in the brand lineup.
• PerlicksupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPerlick commercial refrigeration and bar equipment available.
• National ChemicalssupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNational Chemicals ice machine cleaners and maintenance products offered.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Others

• Follett (Ice & Water Dispensers): Manufacturer of ice and water dispensing equipment carried by Ice Machines Plus. Compares as a brand partner/supplier rather than direct competitor; representative of upstream OEMs in the value chain.

Broad incumbents

• Restaurant Depot: Membership-based cash-and-carry foodservice warehouse club with broad equipment, supplies, and consumables assortment. Overlaps with Ice Machines Plus on commercial ice equipment but operates a fundamentally different brick-and-mortar GTM.
• Manitowoc Ice: Manufacturer of the Indigo NXT and other commercial ice machine lines. A core brand partner whose direct sales channel could compress distributor economics over time.
• Hoshizaki America: Leading manufacturer of commercial ice machines and refrigeration. A current brand partner of Ice Machines Plus but also competes as a broad incumbent by selling through its own dealer and service network.
• True Refrigeration: Manufacturer of commercial refrigeration sold through Ice Machines Plus. Comparable in product category overlap (commercial refrigeration for foodservice) but operates upstream as an OEM rather than a reseller.
• Scotsman Ice Systems: Major manufacturer of commercial ice machines and dispensers (Prodigy, Meridian series). A flagship brand carried by Ice Machines Plus; potential long-term DTC threat as the manufacturer expands its direct channels.

Direct peers

• Tundra Restaurant Supply: Specialty e-commerce distributor of commercial restaurant equipment including ice machines, refrigeration, and smallwares. Directly comparable assortment, GTM motion, and target customer segment.
• Katco: Long-established online foodservice equipment retailer carrying commercial ice machines, refrigeration, and cooking equipment. Same direct-to-customer e-commerce channel and overlapping customer base in restaurants and hospitality.
• Central Restaurant Products: Multi-channel foodservice equipment supplier (online + catalog) carrying commercial ice machines and refrigeration from leading brands like Manitowoc and Hoshizaki, targeting the same independent restaurants and hospitality operators.
• WebstaurantStore: Largest online B2B foodservice equipment retailer in the U.S. Overlaps directly with Ice Machines Plus across commercial ice machines, refrigeration, and restaurant equipment, serving the same customer base through an e-commerce model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/icemachinesplus

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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