Brema : Quelles ice machines for laboratory needs ?

A leading name in ice machines, Brema designs reliable, hygienic solutions for demanding environments. In the laboratory, its models produce flake/scale ice or granular ice that’s ideal for ice baths, temperature maintenance and sample preparation. Stainless steel construction, simple controls, easy maintenance and safe continuous operation safeguard your protocols. Many models use natural refrigerants with low GWP and optimised efficiency. Dutscher selects capacities matched to the needs of R&D, QC and production teams.

Refrigeration expertise born in Italy in the 1980s

Founded in Italy in the 1980s, Brema has focused from the outset on building professional ice machines. With an industrial culture rooted just outside Milan, the brand has grown its footprint across Europe and worldwide, underpinned by tightly controlled manufacturing and exacting quality standards. Its expertise spans multiple ice formats — flake, granular (nugget), full ice cubes — to cover needs from foodservice to technical environments. Over time, Brema has adopted more efficient designs and low-impact refrigerants, while enhancing serviceability and round-the-clock reliability — qualities labs, prep rooms and production areas demand under high throughput and stringent hygiene requirements.

Expertise and areas of specialisation

For life sciences, Brema excels across three pillars: ice quality, uptime and hygiene.

- Ice types: flake ice and granular ice provide an optimally cold surface for ice baths and for keeping samples in biology, chemistry or QC cold. Solid ice cubes are ideal for one-off rapid cooling needs during prep and short-term storage.

- Engineering: a stainless-steel chassis, streamlined refrigeration circuits and dependable controls minimise downtime. Depending on the model, air-cooled versions cut water use and ease integration; water-cooled units make sense in rooms with limited ventilation. Insulated storage bins safeguard buffer volume and the sanitary quality of the ice.

- Efficiency/CSR: many lines use hydrocarbon refrigerants (e.g., R290) with low GWP, improving energy efficiency and reducing footprint. Components are selected for longevity, and several series are front-serviced for quick access to filters and the condenser.

- Target uses: R&D labs, QC, weighing and preparation rooms, and production areas in pharma, cosmetics, food and environment. Dutscher prioritises right-sized daily capacities (from compact under-counter units to higher-throughput solutions), with commissioning and accessories (water filtration, drainage) matched to site constraints.

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Brema: frequently asked questions

Which ice for a laboratory: flake, granular or ice cubes?
Flake and granular ice are ideal for ice baths and keeping samples at temperature; ice cubes are best for quick, spot cooling.

Do Brema machines use low-impact refrigerants?
Yes. Many models run on hydrocarbon refrigerants (e.g. R290) while meeting current European standards.

Where are Brema machines designed and manufactured?
Brema is an Italian brand, with production historically centred near Milan, ensuring rigorous quality control and streamlined logistics.

What are the main installation requirements?
Provide power, water inlet, drain, and adequate ventilation for air-cooled models. Dutscher will advise based on your room and constraints.

What are the key maintenance points?
Periodic cleaning, filter checks, descaling and water quality (filtration/softening). Regular servicing preserves ice output and hygiene.

Which daily capacity should I choose?
It depends on peak workload and the volumes to be cooled. Dutscher guides you between compact undercounter units and higher production with a storage bin.