Brema Drain Pump is Brema's DP solution for ice makers that cannot be conveniently connected to a floor drain below the machine. The integrated pump moves drain water to a more practical discharge point and gives more freedom when planning a bar, kitchen or buffet area.
Brema presents it as its proprietary DP System technology and design: the pump is installed inside the machine, the standard water and drain connection points remain unchanged, and the ice maker's footprint does not increase.
INSTALLATION LOCATION FREEDOM
The machine can be repositioned within the same bar or kitchen even after commissioning when workflow requirements change. The integrated pump drains water within the technical limits without tying the machine to a lower floor drain.
HYGIENIC DRAINAGE
Less stagnant water in the drain pipe and lower risk of ice contamination in the storage bin.
REDUCED INSTALLATION TIME
The DP solution can be connected to floor, wall, pipe or siphon drains, making connection work easier for the installation technician.
PLUG & PLAY CONNECTION
When the drain point position or height complicates installation, Brema DP System works as a simple and effective Plug & Play solution.
POWER BLACKOUTS
The DP system collects meltwater and automatically disposes of it when power is restored, regardless of the machine ON/OFF switch position.
FEWER SCALE ISSUES
Instead of a float switch, Brema uses an air-pressure sensor separated from the hydraulic system, reducing mineral buildup and sensor-jamming risks.
In its official description, Brema presents the DP System as a reliable pressurized drainage solution for ice makers. Water level is controlled without a float switch, and the sensor is not directly exposed to mineral buildup in the drain water. This matters in professional kitchens and bars where equipment runs every day and unplanned downtime disrupts work.
| Lift height | Up to 1.5 m |
| Active pumping distance | Up to 4 m |
| Distance with inclined pipe | Up to 15 m |
| Drain types | Floor, wall, pipe or siphon drain |
| Construction | Integrated into the ice maker cabinet; no additional footprint |
| Connection points | Standard water and drain connection points remain unchanged |
| Control | Autonomous electrical circuit and level / air-pressure sensor |
| Scale resistance | No float switch; sensor separated from the hydraulic system |
| Power failure | The pump collects meltwater and automatically disposes of it when power is restored |
The DP version is worth choosing when the ice maker must stand under a counter, on an island, against a wall or in another position where traditional gravity drainage restricts installation. Brema also notes that such a machine is easier to reposition within the same bar or kitchen even after commissioning if the workflow layout changes.
Official Brema Group documents related to this model’s manufacturer and, where applicable, its ice type.
Documents are provided from the official Brema Group documentation area.
BREMA GROUP — MADE IN ITALY
Self-contained granular ice maker for restaurants, bars, hotels, fish displays, supermarkets, medical and SPA areas, and industrial cooling. AISI 304 stainless steel body, natural R290 refrigerant and tropical class operation up to +43 °C.
AISI 304 STAINLESS STEEL
The body and evaporator are made from AISI 304 stainless steel with a Scotch Brite finish. Corrosion-resistant, easy to clean and suitable for professional food safety and hygiene requirements.
UP TO 73 KG PER DAY
At standard conditions (21 °C air / 15 °C water) the machine produces 67 kg in 24 hours. At optimal conditions (10 °C / 7 °C) production reaches up to 73 kg. The integrated ice bin stores up to 9 kg.
TROPICAL CLASS +43 °C
Operating ambient temperature range from +10 °C to +43 °C. Designed for demanding professional environments and warm indoor conditions.
AIR OR WATER CONDENSATION
Available with either air or water condensation. Water consumption is 1 l/kg for air-cooled models and 5 l/kg for water-cooled models, giving flexibility for different installation conditions.
R290 — HFC AND HCFC FREE
Natural propane refrigerant R290, free from HFC and HCFC gases. A modern low-impact refrigerant choice aligned with current environmental requirements.
COMPACT SELF-CONTAINED FORMAT
Compact dimensions: 450 × 620 × 680 mm. The self-contained design includes an integrated bin and is easy to place in professional service areas where space matters.
Professional granular ice for applications where hygiene, reliability and gentle cooling matter most.
Brema GB 601 HC produces 80–82% dry granular ice, ideal for fish and seafood displays, medical and SPA procedures, food preparation, supermarket counters and industrial cooling processes. Ice flakes adapt easily to the shape of the product, cool evenly and help keep displayed products fresh without damaging their surface.
The machine is equipped with a removable and easy-to-clean air filter, a dust-proof water basin and rounded internal surfaces that are simple to maintain. Automatic water filling and electromechanical control with an ON/OFF switch ensure straightforward, reliable daily operation.
Regular maintenance helps ensure long service life and reliable operation. The air filter on air-cooled models is removable and can be cleaned with compressed air; this should be done at least once a month. The insulated sliding door retracts conveniently and provides easy access to the ice bin.
For cleaning, a 25% solution of water and white vinegar is recommended; for disinfection, use a sodium hypochlorite solution at a concentration of 200 mg/l. All regular maintenance procedures should be carried out at least once a month, following the user manual.
| Drain pump | Optional integrated drain pump in the air-cooled DP version; lift height up to 1.5 m, active pumping distance up to 4 m (up to 15 m with an inclined pipe). |
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| Model | GB 601 HC |
| Manufacturer | Brema Ice |
| Machine type | Self-contained granular ice maker |
| Ice type | Ice flakes / granular ice (80–82% dry) |
| Production in 24 h (21 °C air / 15 °C water) | 67 kg |
| Production in 24 h (10 °C air / 7 °C water) | 73 kg |
| Ice bin capacity (max.) | 9 kg |
| Condensation | Air or water |
| Refrigerant | R290 (HFC and HCFC free) |
| Voltage | 220–240 V ~ 50 Hz |
| Average power consumption (at +43 °C) | 400 W |
| Electrical consumption | 16 kWh / 100 kg |
| Fuse | 10 A |
| Water consumption (air cooled) | 1 l/kg |
| Water consumption (water cooled) | 5 l/kg |
| Water inlet pressure | 1–6 bar (0.1–0.6 MPa) |
| Ambient operating temperature | +10 °C to +43 °C |
| Water operating temperature | +3 °C to +32 °C |
| Dimensions (W × D × H, without feet) | 450 × 620 × 680 mm |
| Feet height | 5 mm |
| Finish | AISI 304 stainless steel (Scotch Brite) |
| Installation type | Self-contained freestanding unit |
| Net weight | 56 kg |
| Gross weight | 64 kg |
| Package dimensions (W × D × H) | 505 × 675 × 850 mm |
| Applications | Restaurants, bars, hotels, fish retail, supermarkets, medical and SPA areas, industry |
The DP version uses Brema's proprietary DP System: the pump is integrated into the cabinet, requires no additional footprint and helps install the machine even when a convenient gravity drain point is not available below it. Drain water can be lifted up to 1.5 m, actively pumped up to 4 m and discharged up to 15 m with an inclined pipe. There is no float switch; a level / air-pressure sensor reduces scale-related jamming and stagnant-water risks.
| Temperature | |
| Temperature Range: | Air +10 °C to +43 °C; water +3 °C to +32 °C |
| Electric connection | |
| Power in watts (W): | 400 W |
| Voltage in volts (V): | 220-240 V ~ 50 Hz |
| Ice maker | |
| Ice type: | Ice Flakes / granular ice (80-82% dry) |
| Production per 24 hours: | Up to 73 kg (air 10 °C / water 7 °C) |
| Production at standard conditions: | 67 kg (air 21 °C / water 15 °C) |
| Storage capacity: | 9 kg |
| Cooling system: | Air (A) or water (W) |
| Refrigerant: | R290 |
| Water consumption: | Air cooled: 1 l/kg; water cooled: 5 l/kg |
| Water inlet: | 3/4" |
| Water outlet: | 24 mm |
| Tropical class: | +43 °C |
| Manufacturer product page: | Open manufacturer page |
| Drain pump: | Optional integrated drain pump in the air-cooled DP version; lift height up to 1.5 m, active pumping distance up to 4 m (up to 15 m with an inclined pipe). |
| Consumption | |
| Electricity consumption: | 16 kWh / 100 kg |
| Dimensions | |
| External Dimensions (width/depth/height): | 450 x 620 x 680 mm (without feet), feet 5 mm |
| Package dimensions (width/depth/height): | 505 x 675 x 850 mm |
| Weight | |
| Gross Weight: | 64 kg |
| Net Weight: | 56 kg |
Brema Drain Pump is Brema's DP solution for ice makers that cannot be conveniently connected to a floor drain below the machine. The integrated pump moves drain water to a more practical discharge point and gives more freedom when planning a bar, kitchen or buffet area.
Brema presents it as its proprietary DP System technology and design: the pump is installed inside the machine, the standard water and drain connection points remain unchanged, and the ice maker's footprint does not increase.
INSTALLATION LOCATION FREEDOM
The machine can be repositioned within the same bar or kitchen even after commissioning when workflow requirements change. The integrated pump drains water within the technical limits without tying the machine to a lower floor drain.
HYGIENIC DRAINAGE
Less stagnant water in the drain pipe and lower risk of ice contamination in the storage bin.
REDUCED INSTALLATION TIME
The DP solution can be connected to floor, wall, pipe or siphon drains, making connection work easier for the installation technician.
PLUG & PLAY CONNECTION
When the drain point position or height complicates installation, Brema DP System works as a simple and effective Plug & Play solution.
POWER BLACKOUTS
The DP system collects meltwater and automatically disposes of it when power is restored, regardless of the machine ON/OFF switch position.
FEWER SCALE ISSUES
Instead of a float switch, Brema uses an air-pressure sensor separated from the hydraulic system, reducing mineral buildup and sensor-jamming risks.
In its official description, Brema presents the DP System as a reliable pressurized drainage solution for ice makers. Water level is controlled without a float switch, and the sensor is not directly exposed to mineral buildup in the drain water. This matters in professional kitchens and bars where equipment runs every day and unplanned downtime disrupts work.
| Lift height | Up to 1.5 m |
| Active pumping distance | Up to 4 m |
| Distance with inclined pipe | Up to 15 m |
| Drain types | Floor, wall, pipe or siphon drain |
| Construction | Integrated into the ice maker cabinet; no additional footprint |
| Connection points | Standard water and drain connection points remain unchanged |
| Control | Autonomous electrical circuit and level / air-pressure sensor |
| Scale resistance | No float switch; sensor separated from the hydraulic system |
| Power failure | The pump collects meltwater and automatically disposes of it when power is restored |
The DP version is worth choosing when the ice maker must stand under a counter, on an island, against a wall or in another position where traditional gravity drainage restricts installation. Brema also notes that such a machine is easier to reposition within the same bar or kitchen even after commissioning if the workflow layout changes.
Official Brema Group documents related to this model’s manufacturer and, where applicable, its ice type.
Documents are provided from the official Brema Group documentation area.
