Commercial Ice Machines
We offer a complete selection of commercial ice machines, including ice bins, ice dispensers, self-contained ice machines, and ice maker heads. Our industrial ice makers are manufactured by trusted brands like Manitowoc, Scotsman, Atosa, Hoshizaki, Everpure, Ice-O-Matic, Koolaire, MVP, True, and others, ensuring you find the perfect solution for your ice-making needs.
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Ice-O-Matic 561 lb Capacity Air-Cooled Commercial Ice Machine | Full Dice Cube$4,039.002X Holiday Bonus Points -
Ice-O-Matic 561 lb Capacity Air-Cooled Commercial Ice Machine | Half Dice Cube$4,039.002X Holiday Bonus Points -
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Ice-O-Matic 435 lb Capacity Air-Cooled Commercial Ice Machine | Full Dice Cube$3,983.002X Holiday Bonus Points -
Ice-O-Matic 435 lb Capacity Air-Cooled Commercial Ice Machine | Half Dice Cube$3,983.002X Holiday Bonus Points -
Ice-O-Matic 561 lb Capacity Commercial Ice Machine | Full Dice Cube | Air-Cooled$4,185.002X Holiday Bonus Points -
Ice-O-Matic 561 lb Capacity Commercial Ice Machine | Half Dice Cube | Air-Cooled$4,185.002X Holiday Bonus Points -
Ice-O-Matic 238 lb Capacity Undercounter Ice Machine with 70 lb Bin| Full Dice Cube | Air-Cooled$3,066.002X Holiday Bonus Points -
Ice-O-Matic 238 lb Capacity Undercounter Ice Machine with 70 lb Bin| Half Dice Cube | Air-Cooled$3,066.002X Holiday Bonus Points -
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The Importance of a Quality Commercial Ice Machine
A lot of restaurants, bars, pubs, taverns, and cafés serve chilled drinks such as beer, soft drinks, and juices as well as blended beverages such as cocktails and smoothies; on the other hand, salad bars, delis, and supermarkets keep and display food such as vegetables, meats, and fish. So what do all of these seemingly unrelated commercial establishments have in common? They all need lots of ice to do their business well. This is why a good ice maker is essential.
Buying the right commercial ice machine is of the essence so you never run out of ice. Different types of ice machines produce different kinds of ice, which is why you must research which industrial ice maker is best for your business. For instance, your establishment might need a simple ice bin or ice dispenser. Or perhaps you might require a self contained ice machine or maybe an ice maker head. The ideal ice machine can make the difference for your restaurant, bar, pub, café, salad bar, or deli.
Different Types of Ice and Industrial Ice Makers
First, you should determine which type of ice is suited for your business. This is perhaps one of the most important factors to consider when looking for an ice maker. Various kinds of ice fit different types of establishments, and matching the type of ice to your business will help you maximize your profits. In other words, the satisfaction of your customer is directly connected to your choice of industrial ice machine.
The most common types of ice are the following: cube ice, half-cube ice, flake ice, nugget ice, gourmet ice, and crescent ice.
Cube ice, which is also known as dice ice, resembles—as its name suggests—a cube. This kind of ice melts relatively slowly and helps chill beverages quickly and keeps them chilled for a long period. Cube ice is perfect for use in hard-liquor drinks such as whiskey, rum, and cocktails. This kind of ice can also be used in salad bars to display the salad ingredients and keep them fresh. This type of ice is commonly used in hotel ice dispensers as well.
Half-cube ice, which is commonly known as half dice cube, can also be utilized in a wide variety of applications. Unlike full-size cube ice, half-cube ice displaces more liquid, thus actually increasing your profits because it can be compressed tightly into a mug or glass, helping you pack more ice in relation to the beverage. This type of ice also chills drinks faster and blends more easily, making it the perfect ice for blended beverages like frozen cocktails and smoothies.
Flake ice is actually tiny slivers of ice that are flaked off to become ice that is easily packed - ideal for meat display counters in supermarkets as well as salad bars. Because flaked ice is moldable, you can actually pack it around your product, thus providing an excellent cooling effect. Flake ice can improve the aesthetic appeal of product displays while maintaining temperature.
Nugget ice is a softer variety of ice that can actually be chewed. Because this type of ice blends easily and cools fast, it is a great choice for blended beverages such as smoothies and cocktails.
