FAQ

  • Width: 1.17 m
    Depth: 1.20 m
    Height: 2.45 m
    Dry Weight: 550KG

  • We do both. We own and operate these machines throughout New Zealand. We also offer them for purchase. Please check out our Purchase page for more information.

  • The machines can be set from installation to vend either 3kg or 6kg amounts.

  • The internal storage reservoir holds enough for 45 x 3kg vends. Under the correct demand conditions the machines can vend 125 x 3KG vends per day.

  • Where its visible by road and has easy drive-up access so customers can fill their vessels next to their car.

  • Very simple.

    • Any pressure plumbed water in.

    • 230v - Single phase electrical connection in.

  • Normal power draw is around 9-10amps with max draw ~14amps.

    There are fail-safes built into the machine to prevent damage from power surges.

    These machines are extremely efficient & electricity costs should remain low.

  • Minimal! Ongoing costs include utilities (water and electricity), credit card processing fees, ice bags (around 10 cents per bag), and filter replacements every 6-12 months. We recommend insurance for added peace of mind.

  • We use cashless technology that accepts all forms of wireless payments - payWave, Apple-pay, G-Pay etc.

    If you purchase a machine through us, payment hardware will come installed and ready to go.

  • Yes, machines purchased from us will come with a 1 year parts warranty for large and small parts.

  • With proper maintenance and replacements of certain parts- upwards of 10 years. Similar models overseas are over 12 years old and still producing and selling ice!

  • Yes definitely!

    These are built to be placed outside and can operate 24/7.

    Vending into a bag or a chill-bin is very easy and fast.

    Additionally, customers will love the fresh free-flowing ice that doesn’t need to be broken up with a sledgehammer before use!

  • By hosting an ICEBOY machine, you demonstrate a commitment to sustainability. The machines reduce unnecessary transportation, allow customers to bring their own vessels (cutting down on single-use plastics), and provide a hygienic, eco-friendly solution to ice vending.

  • ICEBOY machines are eco-friendly! They use a passive system that goes idle once full and only produces ice as needed, heavily cutting down unnecessary power usage.

    They eliminate the need for trucks to transport ice and allow customers to use their own containers, reducing single-use plastic waste.

    Plus, they produce fresh ice on demand, which helps reduce energy waste from overstocked freezers.

  • Sure! We love word-of-mouth marketing! We can also provide pre-loaded cards for repeat or special customers. We are always open to any ideas you may have in regards to promoting the machine.

  • All ICEBOY machines come equipped with wireless technology, allowing for real-time data monitoring. You can track sales performance, payment transactions, and other key metrics remotely to ensure your machine is running smoothly.

  • Revenue depends on location, season, customer traffic, and promotion. A well-placed machine in a high-demand area can sell up to 120 bags of ice daily.

  • There are unlimited opportunities when it comes to placement of an ICEBOY Machine and how to generate revenue.

    We have some exciting tech using the latest payment solutions to easily run promotions or grow loyalty.

    Placing an ICEBOY near commercial businesses will provide the opportunity to strike up wholesale agreements to increase sales and help provide a linear revenue stream!

    You can even generate a GST reciept so they can claim GST and have the convenience of guaranteed fresh ICE when they need it!

    • ICEBOY machines are designed for New Zealand’s market.
      Overseas machines often lack the NZ-specific payment terminals required for wireless transactions, leaving you to figure out integration after purchase. ICEBOY comes fully equipped with local NZ dollar payment systems, making setup seamless and hassle-free.

    • Importing machines can be costly due to high shipping fees from the US, Europe, or Australia. ICEBOY machines are shipped from Auckland, saving you on those additional expenses. Plus, we provide local support, ensuring quick and easy assistance without dealing with overseas time zones or delays.

    • Unlike international vendors, ICEBOY offers local, hands-on support from experts who have extensive experience running ice vending machines. This means faster responses, tailored advice, and the peace of mind knowing you're supported by a team in your time zone, reducing frustration and downtime.

BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

  • Less polution

    Ice is produced on-site, eliminating the need for delivery trucks and reducing air pollution from manufacturing and transport.

  • Less plastic

    Fill up directly into your own vessel, reducing the use of single-use plastics.

  • less power

    Traditional ice vendors keep ice in chest freezers running outside 24/7! 🤯

    ICEBOY machines use a passive system that goes idle once full and only produces ice as needed, heavily cutting down unnecessary power usage.

  • Hygiene safe

    Each cube is made from multi-stage filtered, purified water in a fully automated process, eliminating human contact at all stages of production.

    This ensures the ice remains untouched, providing 100% hygiene and freshness, with a neutral taste of the highest quality, individually separate and individually cubed.

MACHINE CAPACITY DURING heavy ICE SALES THROUGHOUT THE DAY

Examples Sales: The ICEBOY machine has an internal reservoir of 45 vends (130kg) and as sales are made and the reservoir is depleted, the machine continues to produce ice, allowing it to keep up with demand and make a large number of sales per day. During summer conditions (25°C), the machine can comfortably produce up to 120 x 3kg bags (360kg) of ice per day. The breakdown is as follows: Morning: 54 bags (162kg), Midday: 12 bags (36kg), and Evening: 54 bags (162kg). The machine produces 15kg (5 bags) of ice per hour. Sales can vary based on location, promotion, and weather, but this example demonstrates the machine’s ability to handle high demand.

REVENUE/VOLUME EXAMPLES

The graph illustrates revenue generated from annual sales volumes of 2,000, 4,000, and 6,000 vends, each priced at $5.50. ICEBOY machines are built to last, with proper maintenance allowing them to operate for over a decade, based on similar models overseas. Ongoing expenses typically include annual filter replacements (approximately $100), monthly electricity costs (around $150 during summer, with reduced costs in winter), remote telemetry costs ($20 per month), merchant processing fees (via Nayax), and bag replacements (approximately $0.10 per bag). Please note: machine sales may fluctuate depending on location, promotional activities, and weather conditions.