COMMERCIAL ICE MACHINE BUYING GUIDE

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COMMERCIAL ICE MACHINE BUYING GUIDE
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• An ice-making machine helps you prepare
  deliciously cold drinks on demand, ensuring fast
  bar service that keeps up during busy seasons.
  The type of ice maker you choose depends on how
  much ice you need, the space available, and how
  you plan to use the machine. Keep reading for our
  full buyers guide to commercial ice-makers and
  how to choose the best one for your business.
• What to Consider When Buying a Commercial
  Ice-Making Machine

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• Types of Ice Required
• Not all ice is made equal, and commercial
  machines often make different ice shapes for
  specific uses. Cubed ice is the most popular
  shape as it melts slowly and lasts longer in
  drinks. Many machines also make half-cubes.
  Nugget ice is softer than ice cubes, making it
  blender-friendly and easy to chew. Flake ice is
  best for food displays, and you can form it into
  various shapes to suit your presentation
  preferences.

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• Power and Water Supply
• You will need a reliable cold-water supply to run
  an ice-making machine in a commercial kitchen.
  Placing the machine near a floor drain ensures
  easy drainage of melt and purge water. If you
  dont have a floor drain, you may need a drain
  pump. Make sure you also check the power
  requirements and dimensions of the machine before
  deciding on its position in your kitchen or
  restaurant.

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• Volume of Ice Required
• Deciding how much ice you need is essential to
  choosing the right ice maker. Consider your
  typical ice usage daily and compare that to the
  ice yield listed in the machines specifications.
  Commercial ice machines can make anything from
  150lb/60kg to 800lb/300kg of ice per day. Some
  ice machines include built-in storage bins.

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• Types of Commercial Ice Machines
• Modular Ice Machines
• Modular ice makers can produce large volumes of
  ice and come in many sizes suited for different
  uses. You will need an ice cube storage bin below
  the ice maker to collect the ice. We stock a
  range of Atosa, Ice-O-Matic, and Hoshizaki
  modular small, half-cube, and large ice cube
  maker machines.

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• Under-Counter Ice Machines
• These ice-making machines are also called
  self-contained ice makers. They include an ice
  collection bin for an integrated ice-making and
  storage unit. Under-counter ice makers usually
  fit under a 900mm counter and are ideal for small
  bars, cafes, and restaurants with up to
  300lb/150kg ice production.
• Ice dispensers
• Countertop ice machines release individual cubes
  and are ideal for self-service restaurants and
  retail environments. Hotel ice dispensers include
  an ice-making machine and storage bin, giving
  your guests a steady ice supply on demand.

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• The FED is a leading supplier of Atosa,
  Ice-O-Matic, Follet, and Hoshizaki ice makers and
  bins in Canada. We make shopping for kitchen
  equipment quick and convenient with our online
  store and streamline delivery. Browse our wide
  range of commercial kitchen equipment or get in
  touch with our friendly team for more about our
  premium products.