Sweet Robo has partnered with Santa Cruz Fun Foods to commercially launch a range of automated machines that turn Icee flavours into freshly spun candy floss.

The range includes two models: the 'Icee Cotton Candy Vending Machine,' which is a fully automated, self-service unit designed for locations such as shopping centres, amusement parks, cinemas and family entertainment venues; and the 'Icee Cotton Candy Mini Pro,' which offers a smaller, countertop format aimed at convenience stores, specialist retailers and other point-of-sale environments.

Each model can offer between four and six flavours, including several established Icee varieties.

Sweet Robo’s automated technology prepares and dispenses fresh candy floss on demand, with the company positioning the machines as a consistent and efficient foodservice option for operators.

Piny Vind, CEO of Sweet Robo, said: "Consumers are looking for experiences, not just products. By combining the iconic flavours of Icee with our robotics platform, we've created something that delivers both nostalgia and entertainment while giving retailers a new revenue-generating attraction."

The company said its first shipment would comprise 100 machines, with commercial installations planned at retail, entertainment and other high-footfall locations across North America during summer 2026.