Why this ice machine earns its place
The Foster CD855 is a serious ice setup for venues that cannot afford soft, fast-melting cubes or a cramped storage arrangement. It combines Foster's F202 modular air-cooled ice maker with the SB205 bin, giving busy bars, hotels, restaurants and event operations a dedicated production-and-storage system rather than a small undercounter compromise.
Foster's key point is the temperature of the ice at harvest. The machine produces ice at very low temperatures at the time of harvest, so the cubes are harder and last longer in service. That matters in high-turnover drinks operations, where ice needs to stand up in the glass, survive the rush and avoid watering down the serve too quickly.
The cube format is clear and practical, and the ice production tray is flushed after every cycle to reduce the risk of limescale build-up. Manual defrost keeps the maintenance approach straightforward, while the stainless steel finish and hinged-bin arrangement suit a professional back bar or service area where the unit will be worked hard.
