Battery Operated Electric
Ice Resurface Machine Ukko B220

The air quality at indoor rinks is an issue of critical importance for municipalities, private facilities, and the public in general.

Icecat, the manufacturer of UKKO, has a solution that will make it possible to achieve the highest level of safety for indoor air quality in the industry and is designed to replace ice resurfacers with potentially dangerous internal combustion engines.

Faced with growing public concern over the problem of air quality at indoor ice arenas, the development of an alternative to the internal combustion engines in ice resurfacers has been a priority at Icecat.

Because of the air quality in ice arenas is closely monitored by community health organizations, these buildings are known for the frequency of their dangerous levels of Carbon Monoxide (CO) and Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2).  These contaminants can pose a severe risk of poisoning, especially for those engaged in strenuous physical activity, as the blood cells have an affinity for CO and therefore any elevated levels may cause a severe reaction.  Children are especially at risk from these contaminants.

As with any machinery, system age and maintenance strongly influence efficiency.  This is of critical importance for any fossil fuel powered ice resurfacer.  Air quality problems are continuing to, force some ice arenas to shut down and in some cases have caused serious injuries to people inside the building.  Liability insurance coverage is critical and its ever-increasing cost becomes an increasingly expensive burden. 

The Ukko battery powered hybrid ice resurfacer was first produced in Finland in 1998 to the highest standards of engineering.  The features listed below are unique to UKKO Ice Resurfacers and all the components that we use in the UKKO are world class proven and reliable.

UKKO has a gel dryfit battery cell system with a 400 amp/hr 80 volt gel battery pack manufactured by Exide, the world’s largest battery manufacturer.  These batteries are recyclable, maintenance free and manufactured in compliance with Underwriter Laboratories standards.

There is no need for ventilation during recharging thus eliminating the cost and exposure for air handling as found in our competitors’ models.  Cells are maintenance free (no need for operators to verify cell water levels or to refill them).  This advanced technology eliminates the risk of exposure when recharging especially in confined areas as the risk of acid leaks.

Cells are capable of partial recharging with no memory effect.  The life expectancy of the cells is 5-7 years.  Should a cell need to be replaced the cost of the individual cell is approximately $120.00 per cell.

Batteries are charged by Micropower’s intelligent “battery maintenance center”, which surveys the condition of the batteries and charges them accordingly.  When fully charged the UKKO can resurface a typical ice rink at least 20 times a day.

The hybrid battery powered unit with integrated hydrostatic propulsion is built by Bosch Rexroth the world’s leader in hydraulic power systems.  The hydraulic motion and ice making platform eliminates loss of power as found in our competitors’ models.

The hydro dynamic independent all wheel drive propulsion unit has the economical advantages of low operational cost (five times less than the competition) and lower energy cost due to decreased building ventilation requirements and reduced maintenance costs associated with conventional mechanical propulsion units.  The two Hydac hydraulic filters 1-10 micron return line and 1-10 micron hydrostatic charge loop with 18 gallon capacity insures clean performance.

Safe operation and maintenance are top priorities for the UKKO and consist of the following:  oversized grab handle, right and left arm rest, locking integrated seat belt, emergency system lockout, top mounted shaving blade instillation, auger stop spin valve and shield charger cord lockout during recharge, headlights and rear safety light, backup alarm, safety, and warning labels.

Features:
 -- Automatic safety diagnostics and shutdown
 -- On-board diagnostics
 -- Conveyor augers capable of operating full speed regardless of vehicle speed
 -- Front suspension rated at 5,000 lbs.
 -- Rear suspension rated at 5,000 lbs.
 -- Chassis 6” x 6” structural steel tubing
 -- Snow Tank Capacity: 106 cubic feet (actual) with up to 130 cubic feet (compacted)
 -- The snow bin has a smooth fiberglass interior bottom to ease dumping, minimize residue and is non-corrosive.
 -- Augers: Non-stick and non-corrosive 2-10 inch diameter augers
 -- Conditioner:
          - Dual hydraulic down pressure
          - Replaceable dual cylinders
          - Stainless Steel (non-corrosive)
          - Engine speed is set with hands free control
          - Speed is controlled by foot pedal with dead-man feature
 -- Quick release side panels for easy access to entire operating system
 -- Labeled wiring and fuse block
 -- Protected wiring looms and fuse box
 -- Electronic battery capacity management system
 -- Alloy Wheels
 -- Conditioner Polyethylene Side Plate
 -- Hydraulic oil heater
 -- Large capacity 2 position board brush
 -- Dual water level sight gauge
 -- Ice making water tank high density fiberglass tank 185 gallon capacity
 -- Wash water system high density fiberglass tank 185 gallon capacity can be used as ice making water.

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