Korea Nakajo Expands ICEVAN B Series for Robot Cafés
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SOUTH KOREA, November 2, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Korea Nakajo Co., Ltd., a South Korean manufacturer of ice machines, has expanded its product line to meet the growing demand for automated café solutions. The company's ICEVAN B series nugget ice dispensers are designed to integrate seamlessly with robot and unmanned cafés, ensuring that ice is always available for fully automated drink orders.
The ICEVAN B series includes a range of models, from the compact 0520B to the 1540BUT3, which is a dedicated model for unmanned systems. The 1540BUT3 can produce up to 150 kg of ice per day, making it a robust choice for high-volume operations. The dispensers are equipped with smart communication capabilities, allowing them to connect with automated equipment such as coffee machines. This integration ensures that ice is always available when needed, enhancing the efficiency of unmanned and robot cafés.
The ICEVAN B series is designed to meet the needs of various café environments. It offers easy installation and mobility in limited spaces, a self-diagnostic function for easier servicing, and an automated hygiene management system that handles cleaning, water supply, and drainage. These features make the dispensers ideal for sites that are designed around automation.
In Korea, ICEVAN dispensers are already installed in robot cafés, drive-through robot cafés, unmanned cafés, and office and study cafés. The company's models range in capacity, with daily ice production ranging from 30 kg to 150 kg and storage of 2 kg or 4 kg. The narrowest models are 250 mm wide, making them suitable for various café layouts.
Korea Nakajo Co., Ltd. has been building its ice-making modules and finished machines in its factory in Gimpo, near Seoul, since 2000. The company has developed a drum-type ice maker (Korean Patent No. 10-2084981) and holds 17 additional patents and utility model registrations. It serves more than 100 locations in Korea and exports to more than 20 countries. The company holds CE, CB, ETL, and NSF certifications, as well as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications. It received the USD 5 Million Export Award in 2025.
The ICEVAN B series is part of Korea Nakajo's commitment to innovation and excellence in the ice machine industry. The company's focus on automation and user-friendly features positions it as a leader in the development of ice dispensers for unmanned and robot cafés.