STAFF Ice system 1959 GLS4 LX ice cream showcase maker

An ice cream maker that produces, displays and serves gelato directly from the freezer in full view of customers. Four separate freezing cylinders chill and churn the mix simultaneously, transforming liquid ingredients into smooth, creamy ice cream without a separate hardening step. The built-in showcase keeps each batch at serving temperature while the next one is made, so customers watch the process and receive their portions straight from the machine.

The machine works by circulating refrigerant through coils wrapped around each cylinder. A motor-driven dasher scrapes the frozen mix from the cylinder walls and folds it back into the centre, aerating the product and preventing ice crystals. The inverter-controlled compressor adjusts cooling power continuously, matching the viscosity of the mix so that fruit sorbets, dairy gelato and low-fat recipes all reach the same creamy consistency. Temperature sensors inside each cylinder regulate the cycle, stopping the dasher when the batch is ready and holding it at serving temperature until it is dispensed.

To operate, the user loads the liquid mix into the hoppers above each cylinder, sets the desired programme on the touch panel and starts the cycle. The machine chills and churns the mix for the time required by the recipe, then switches to holding mode. Customers are served through the front glass panel, where the four 4 L vats are kept at the correct temperature for scooping or portioning. When production is complete, the included washing kit, hand shower and utensil washer allow the operator to clean the cylinders, hoppers and tools without moving the machine.

The construction is stainless steel throughout the production and display areas, with four 1.25 kW compressors mounted beneath the worktop. The 230 V single-phase connection plugs into a standard kitchen circuit. The 330 kg weight requires a fixed position on the floor, and the 1055 mm width fits into a compact counter space. The four 15 L/h production lines run independently, so different flavours can be made at the same time or the machine can be scaled down for quieter periods.

Controls include a touch panel for each cylinder, allowing separate start, stop and programme selection. The inverter adjusts compressor speed to match the mix viscosity, and temperature sensors in each cylinder regulate the freezing and holding phases. The 4x15 L/h capacity means a steady supply of fresh ice cream during service, while the 4x4 L continuation tanks hold finished batches at serving temperature until they are sold.

The 230 V voltage requirement matches the standard supply in professional kitchens, so no special wiring is needed. The 330 kg weight ensures stability during operation and prevents accidental movement. The 1055 mm width allows the machine to be placed against a wall or integrated into a counter run, and the 1176 mm height keeps the display at eye level for customers. The four independent production lines let the operator run one, two, three or all four cylinders at once, adapting output to demand.

Cleaning follows from the parts named: the washing kit connects to the machine's water supply, the hand shower rinses the cylinders and hoppers, and the utensil washer sanitises scoops and portioning tools. The stainless steel surfaces are wiped down after each service, and the refrigerant coils are checked periodically to maintain cooling efficiency.

The GLS4 LX is a single model with no variants. It is placed in the catalogue under professional ice cream equipment, specifically in the showcase and live-production category.