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posted November 27, 2012 Ice-O-Matic Hotel Ice Dispensers: All for One, or One for All?
No, the three musketeers are not going to be assessing Ice-O-Matic ice machines, their production rates, and their relevancy in the hotel, but this saying does prove to be relevant when assessing the capabilities and production of your ice machine and hotel ice dispenser. Depending on the size of your hotel or motel, you will need either a hotel ice dispenser on every floor of your hotel, or a single, centrically located hotel ice dispenser with the proper ice machine on top of it. Ice-O-Matic provides a few different hotel ice dispensers... Read This Post
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posted October 26, 2012 Whether You Chill, Bag, or Chew, Ice-O-Matic Has an Ice Machine for You
Campaign fever is sweeping the nation and our country is in the midst of a heated election race, but Ice-O-Matic has begun its own campaign- a campaign designed to deliver you the ice cold truth about their ice machines and ice production. Their most recent endeavor details all the great things that you can do with the ice that Ice-O-Matic ice machines provide.... Read This Post
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posted October 12, 2012 Ice-O-Matic's ICE1007FA on the B55PS: For the Low Hanging Ceiling
A few years ago, I met a friend in London, and he wanted to take me out for the evening. We went to dinner first, then to a Spanish style pub for some drinks. The Spanish bar was incredibly cramped- and it was located downstairs, almost in the basement of the building. I wasn't particularly fond of it, but the prices were cheap, the drinks were strong, and the staff was friendly. As small as it was, you could reach up and touch the ceiling if you so desired. While not claustrophobic, this space was far too tight for my approval. ... Read This Post
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posted October 9, 2012 Ice-O-Matic's ICEU300: Don't Fear the Ice Maker
My kitchen has been undergoing a complete remodel for the past month now, and is finally starting to come together and show some signs of promise. Everything was replaced, from the ceiling to the cabinetry to the floor. Our new refrigerator now features an ice maker as well, which is far more convenient than the old plastic tray method we had used for freezing our cubes. Late last night however, my roommate and I were startled from the couch as we heard a crash in the kitchen, and what sounded like the back door being swung open. We quickly armed ourselves with the poker and shovel... Read This Post
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posted October 5, 2012 Ice-o-Matic Ice: Not an "Ice-O-Magic" Trick
In the past, we've written many articles regarding Ice-O-Matic, and about how Ice-O-Matic ice machines continuously produce the most ice when compared to similar ice machine from competing brands. Their undercounter ice machines consistently outperform the competition, and some even produce more ice per day than smaller cuber heads will. The reason for this is not a magic trick- it's simply the fact that Ice-O-Matic believes that your ice machine should be designed to do what you need it do- make a great amount of ice. ... Read This Post
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posted October 1, 2012 The ICE606T from Ice-O-Matic: Not a Space Stealer
Ice machines can make life a hassle if you do not have a great amount of free space in which to place them. Generally, the more ice you require, the bigger your ice machine needs to be. In many cases, ice machines will require more space than they actually physically measure as well, making the process of allotting space for one even more difficult. Most standard air-cooled ice machines require a six to eight inch clearance on both sides of the machine in order to maximize their production. With Ice-O-Matic's ICE606T however, air is taken in and released from the top, so the ice machine requires no side clearance to operate efficiently... Read This Post
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posted September 24, 2012 Hotel Ice from Ice-O-Matic: Because No Ice Won't Suffice!
Hotel ice plays a great role in the determining the quality of your guests’ stay in the hotel or motel. Having a reliable ice machine to produce this ice may be even more important. The last time I stayed in a hotel- a small and quaint establishment in downtown Boston- they provided one ice machine for every two floors, so guests were required to travel for their ice. Unfortunately, this provided quite the inconvenience, and I found myself wandering around my floor for quite some time before I found a staff member to point me in the right direction. Having a hotel ice machine at the ready on every floor... Read This Post
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posted September 17, 2012 The ICE806R from Ice-O-Matic: The Roof Is not on Fire… So Put the Condenser Up There!
The remote air-cooled condenser of the ICE806R makes it one of the most reliable ice machines around, allowing its ice machine to consistently produce a great amount of ice. The ICE806R also comes with all the quality ice machine owners have come to expect from Ice-O-Matic. We may remember the chorus of the 80’s hit "The Roof Is on Fire", summed up with "The roof is on fire, we don't need no water…". Those that are familiar with the song know that it gets somewhat inappropriate after that, but when it comes to ice machines, often times the roof is the best place for the condenser to be situated... Read This Post
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posted September 11, 2012 Ice o'matic's ICEU300 and the ICEU070: Providing Professional Ice in the Professional Athletic Circle
In the bakery, it is important to keep your dough under control. If it becomes too cold or too warm, it can alter the flavor, texture, and consistency of the final product. At higher temperatures, yeast may ferment more quickly, and the results may be detrimental to whatever you are creating. To keep the dough's temperature under control, you may add water to it, or use a more efficient means of cooling- flake ice. Flake ice cools far better (five to seven times better) than water, and when added to the dough, will keep its temperature in the ideal range. The EF450 from Ice o'matic... Read This Post
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posted August 31st, 2012 Flake Ice for the Bakery: Flake While You Bake with the EF450 from Ice o'matic
In the bakery, it is important to keep your dough under control. If it becomes too cold or too warm, it can alter the flavor, texture, and consistency of the final product. At higher temperatures, yeast may ferment more quickly, and the results may be detrimental to whatever you are creating. To keep the dough's temperature under control, you may add water to it, or use a more efficient means of cooling- flake ice. Flake ice cools far better (five to seven times better) than water, and when added to the dough, will keep its temperature in the ideal range. The EF450 from Ice o'matic... Read This Post
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posted August 27th, 2012 The ICE0520HA from Ice o'matic: At Your Service for Your Soda Machine
When my brothers and I were growing up, we used to love when we were given permission from our parents to visit the convenience store down the street, and allowed purchase the largest sodas we could afford. We used to love these summer days, playing outside with our sodas nearby. The sugar rush would lead to some fun and creative times in your backyard (and undoubtedly some headaches for our parents), but we treasured those moments, especially making what we called "the time bomb", a mix of every soda available from the soda dispenser. Inevitably, these sodas required ice... Read This Post
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posted August 20th, 2012 Ice o'matic Ice Machines: What Does Their Warranty Show? Confidence!
It has become well known that Ice o'matic offers the best warranty in the ice machine industry. They offer three years of coverage for parts and labor on the entire ice machine, and five years parts on the evaporator and compressor. The clincher is in the 'bonus' that users receive with the addition of an Ice o'matic... Read This Post
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posted August 9th, 2012 The ICEU150 from Ice o'matic: Ice with Ease in Any Location
The ICEU150 from Ice o'matic will make your bar better and more functional in no time. During a recent vacation, I ventured to a popular beach bar in Massachusetts that could have benefitted from the use of one or two hardworking undercounter ice machines like Ice o'matic's ICEU150. This particular establishment featured two indoor bars, and one outside facing the ocean. The outdoor bar ran the length of the building, about 60 feet, from one end to the other, and the area which the bartender worked was incredibly narrow... Read This Post
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posted July 24th, 2012 Ice o'matic Ice Machines: Ice Making Made Easy
The slogan by which Ice o'matic lives is this: Ice. Pure and Simple™. Ice in its purest form is simply frozen water, but for Ice o'matic there is far more... Read This Post
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posted July 19, 2012 Ice o'matic's ICE0250 Cuber on the B25PP Bin - Upgrading from Your Undercounter Ice Maker
Starting and running a bar, coffee shop, or restaurant is almost like raising a child. You have to put in a ton of work, usually at the least convenient hours of the day. You must be committed to a solid investment for years to come. Ideally, things will move in the right direction and your "child" will be self-sufficient in a few years and at least learn to walk on its own. With these successes however, upgrades and adjustments become necessary. The same equipment may not work as it did when it was newly purchased, or ideally demand has increased to the point that you require more high-powered equipment... Read This Post
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posted July 9, 2012 The GEMD790 from Ice o'matic - Keeping School Kids Cool Kids
If you've ever had to sit in a warm, stuffy room or office with poor air circulation, then you know how difficult it can be to focus and concentrate if given a task to perform. I recall standardized test days in late June years ago, during high school, which were administered in our non-air-conditioned cafeteria. I remember reading a test problem over and over again with the inability to comprehend exactly what I was reading. The stress and heat were taxing and clearly affecting performance. Studies have shown that individuals working in high temperatures have greater difficulty performing tasks and feel an increased burden of stress. With the GEMD790 from Ice o'matic, you can assure that students in school never succumb to such issues... Read This Post
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posted July 3, 2012 The Ice O'Matic ICE0806HR Makes Motels Merrier
While owning a vacation home is out of reach and unfeasible for some, the next best thing is a relaxing stay in a quality hotel or motel. While many guests use their rooms simply for luggage storage and as a place to sleep, there are certain expectations that should be met at all hotels and motels - a good night's sleep, for example. For the one to two floor motels, there are also advantages to having an ice machine on hand that will not disrupt or disturb your guests... Read This Post
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posted June 29, 2012 The Ice O'Matic GEMD540 Ice and Water Dispenser - Forget Gossiping Around the Water Cooler
Times are changing and so are the ways in which we consume our beverages. Sooner or later, the office water cooler will become obsolete, as will the cumbersome task of refilling or replacing the cooler water jug every time it runs out. With the GEMD540 from Ice o'matic, you are assured cold water, fresh ice, and you will never be required to spend another dime replacing those heavy... Read This Post
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posted June 28, 2012 GEMD520 and GEMD525 Ice Maker Dispensers - Faster, Fresher, Better
Most weekends are better spent poolside with a refreshing beverage in your hand. At a small get-together this weekend, I opted to stay hydrated with water as opposed to sugary soda or juices. Unfortunately, my friend's refrigerator had a built in ice cube dispenser and water dispenser that just did not produce up to expectations. Ice was dispensed at a rate of around one cube per five seconds, and water lazily trickled out, requiring well over a minute to fill my 16 ounce glass.
The refrigerator with water and ice dispensers can be attractive options in the residential kitchen, but when it comes to quality water and ice, why not trust those who make ice their one and only focus? With Ice-O-matic's GEMD520 and GEMD525, you can have a quality ice machine and water dispenser in your home or office that is... Read This Post
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posted June 26, 2012 Ice-O-Matic ICE0400 and Soda Dispenser - Together or Apart?
Dispensable soda has long been a staple in the restaurant industry. From fast food to fine dining, customers love the ability to serve themselves (especially if there is a free refill or two offered). Less discussed however, are your options pertaining to the ice distributed from the soda machine. With so many different ice styles and ice machine sizes, finding the perfect one can be a daunting task. Other choices involve deciding whether your machine will sit atop your dispenser or if the dispenser will be loaded manually from a nearby bin to receive maximum ice production from your ice machine... Read This Post
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posted June 4, 2012 Covering the Ins and Outs with Your GEMU090 from Ice o'matic
Have you ever felt that 'too tired to do anything' feeling? I know I've been guilty of it. You know how it goes, maybe you're relaxing on the weekend, or just returned from a hard day at work and you collapse on the couch or in your favorite recliner and then you think, 'I could really go for an ice cold beverage right now', but you just can't muster up the energy to get up and get one. Fortunately for you, with the GEMU090 from Ice o'matic, you can have ice for your drinks wherever you want it, whenever you want it.... Read This Post
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posted May 31, 2012 If It Can't Take The Heat, Move the Condenser Out of the Kitchen
When it comes to your ice machine, every major brand will try to sell you on the product's maximum possible production rates. The Ice o'matic ICE0806R for example, produces 913 pounds of ice per day under ideal conditions, with air temperatures at 70 degrees and water temperatures around 50 degrees Fahrenheit. As we continue to examine AHRI ratings with reality-based air and water temperatures of 90 and 70 degrees respectively, production dips to 768 pounds per day... Read This Post
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posted May 25, 2012 When Bigger Isn't Better - The Proper Bin for Your Ice Machine
Americans seem to feel that purchasing the largest sized models provide greater benefits. We buy bigger cars, bigger meals, and bigger houses. When it comes to outfitting your restaurant with an Ice o'matic ice machine and bin combination however, bigger is not necessarily better.
For example, the compact ice cube maker, the ICE0320 produces 334 pounds a day. There are six qualified bins to which it can be attached. Choosing the proper bin can be a hassle and may require a bit of studying. For example, the largest bin, the B90 has a capacity of over 1000 pounds of ice. It would take almost three days for this bin to be filled to capacity... Read This Post
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posted May 22, 2012 A Cube By Any Other Name... Ice o'matic's Pearl
Whether you want to refer to it as nugget ice, cubelet ice, or Pearl Ice, this loveable little ice form is available from Ice o'matic's GEMU090 at a markedly lower rate than the NU130 from Scotsman. For a similar performance, and to save hundreds of dollars, consider the GEMU090 from Ice o'matic... Read This Post
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posted May 11, 2012 A Smaller Combo That Fits - ICE0320 on the CD40022
A motel or small hotel owner should never be without ice in their establishment. It is an expected amenity and probably taken for granted. Often times your guests will be unfamiliar with the area in which they are presently residing and should not have to search other local businesses in the area for ice. Typically, travelers will require ice for perishable items as well as for drinking water... Read This Post
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posted May 8, 2012 Why Hotels Get The Best of Both Worlds - ICE0400FA-CD40130 Combination
The hotel and motel bring together a lot of unique people. One thing that does not vary from person to person however is the need for ice. Every hotel owner knows that your guests may come and go at various hours, and operate on different schedules. In doing so, the times that they require ice will also vary. This is why you should own and operate equipment like the icemaker and dispenser combination, the ICE0400FA-CD40130 from Ice o'matic... Read This Post
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posted May 7, 2012 Weathering the Storm with Ice o'matic
For those of you who are not located in the Connecticut or New England area, it may be a bit more difficult to remember the uncharacteristic October 2011 snowstorm that impacted the region and led to a state of panic and emergency... Read This Post
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posted May 2, 2012 Ice o'matic Fusion - Ice0320FA Cuber and CD40022 Dispenser
When it comes to outfitting your business with an ice cube maker and dispenser combination, why not consider the brand that offers the longest warranty in the business? Ice o'matic provides a perfect fusion between the ICE0320FA cuber head and the CD40022 dispenser... Read This Post
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posted April 30, 2012 Breathe Deep and Thank Ice o'matic
As recent studies have shown, climate change is occurring at an incredibly rapid rate and the effects of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide are having an increasingly negative effect on our planet. The warming of the earth's oceans is creating more devastating storms and contributing to coastal flooding and damage. In an effort to offset their global footprint and assist in the reforestation of the world, Ice o'matic created the Green ReLeaf program in association with... Read This Post
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posted April 19, 2012 Ice o'matic ICEU070A - How to Add Elegance to Your Foodservice Business
The ICEU070A from Ice o'matic is an undercounter ice machine that has a litany of uses, and at only 15.2 inches wide and 34.2 inches tall, it will fit in the most compact locations. The ICEU070A produces gourmet ice cubes that are made using... Read This Post
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posted April 17, 2012 Ice-O-Matic ICEU220 - High Production - Narrow Spaces
Ice-O-Matic's ICEU220HA and ICEU220FA are the perfect undercounter ice machines for those establishments that want a long-lasting,
durable icemaker, but can't afford sacrificing a ton of space. The ICEU220 will produce up to 250 pounds of... Read This Post
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posted April 12, 2012 Ice-O-Matic ICEU150 - Backup Ice for Your Bar
There are very few certainties in the bar and restaurant world. Once you think you've seen everything or heard every bit of gossip or rumor in the world, something new occurs.
Customers vary and revolve, employees move on to other jobs, and one day to the next is never quite guaranteed. One thing that you can bet on however is that your bar will always require ice in some quantity. Ice-O-Matic's ICEU150 undercounter ice machine is the perfect complement to your bar, even if... Read This Post
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posted April 3, 2012 Ice-O-Matic GEMU090 - Compact Pearl Ice Maker for Everywhere
[As a follow up to our last post, Ice-O-Matic's Pearl® ice is sometimes in demand in a smaller format.]
There are inevitably going to be some areas of your business where either your staff or your patrons could really benefit from an ice maker. Whether you need it underneath the bar of your restaurant, or in your hotel rooms, the Ice-O-Matic model GEMU090 is the answer to these needs for ice in smaller, different types of locations... Read This Post
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posted March 30, 2012 Give Your Company the Gift of Pearls - Ice, That Is.
Maybe global warming is a myth, a hoax, or an exaggeration. But as I type this, it's been 80 degrees in New England on the last day of winter and the first day of spring 2012, I've played golf on ten separate occasions, and have a nice winter tan.
The Ice-O-Matic brand is one of the most committed to reducing its carbon footprint, and sustaining the long-term health of the environment. Perhaps that means keeping the earth cooler, as well... Read This Post
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posted March 22, 2012 Ice Machines that Give Back - Against the Heat
Maybe global warming is a myth, a hoax, or an exaggeration. But as I type this, it's been 80 degrees in New England on the last day of winter and the first day of spring 2012, I've played golf on ten separate occasions, and have a nice winter tan.
The Ice-O-Matic brand is one of the most committed to reducing its carbon footprint, and sustaining the long-term health of the environment. Perhaps that means keeping the earth cooler, as well... Read This Post
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posted March 21, 2012 Flakers - Perfect for Your Presentation
When shopping at your local grocers, at a produce market, or even a fresh seafood market, it is easy to overlook the use of ice as a means to preserve the products that you are shopping for. However, ice is a ubiquitous necessity these days. Market and business owners use Ice-O-Matic ice machines for... Read This Post
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posted February 27, 2012 Three Pronged Defense - Pure and Simple
If you have ever had ice that you can honestly say was good, then more than likely you have had ice from an Ice-O-Matic ice machine. Ice-O-Matic prides themselves on providing the purest ice from the simplest ice machines around. If you own and operate a foodservice establishment, you will find that an Ice-O-Matic ice machine will... Read This Post
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posted February 21, 2012 The Three Cubes of Ice-O-Matic Ices
Ice-O-Matic is known for their reliable ice machines, particularly their ICE Series modular cube ice machines. Their cube ice can be seen in beverages across the country in restaurants, bars, and convenience stores. As a leader in commercial ice, Ice-O-Matic has perfected three... Read This Post
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posted December 19, 2011 When Is A Factory Like A Kitchen? When It is the Ice-O-Matic Factory
Denver Colorado is one of my favorite cities in the world. I will never forget standing in line at Casa Bonita with my family, in anticipation of taking my own food to my seat, and filling up my own soda with only three ice cubes as I didn't want to get gypped on my root beer and miss the mariachi bands or cliff divers.
Ironically, after culinary school and cooking for ten years in well known kitchens throughout my home region of New England, I am sitting here at a desk, selling ice machines, and the biggest part... Read This Post
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posted November 21, 2011 Ice-O-Matic ICEU150: The Goldilocks Principle - Just Right
The Ice-O-Matic ICEU150 Undercounter Ice Maker is a commercial-grade, heavy duty ice machine with all of the great quality of Ice-O-Matic brand equipment packed neatly in a small compact unit. It fits nicely in small spaces and makes a good amount of ice each day. The ICEU150 may be the ice maker that best exemplifies the Goldilocks Principal.
If you remember the story, Goldilocks finds food and furniture items that are on... Read This Post
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posted October 14, 2011 Two Choices, Efficient Either Way: Ice-O-Matic Ice Storage Bins
Ice-O-Matic ice storage bins are designed for convenience and long term use. They provide efficient functionality to the usual hassle of scooping ice along with preserving the ice... Read This Post
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posted September 1, 2011 Chewable Treasure: The Affordable Undercounter Pearl Ice® Maker
Do you love Pearl Ice®, the soft, chewable, blendable ice available only from select Ice-O-Matic ice makers? Do you wish you could provide Ice-O-Matic Pearl Ice to your customers, clients, or colleagues, but don't need 270 pounds of it every day, which the large Pearl Ice cuber heads produce?
Then you will be excited to hear that Ice-O-Matic... Read This Post
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posted July 21, 2011 My Visit to the Ice-O-Matic Factory
Working at Ice Machines Plus, I have learned lots about commercial ice machines, but I have never seen them built. That all changed on Friday July 15 when I visited the Ice-O-Matic factory in Denver, Colorado.
When I arrived at the unique-looking blue building, we were greeted with a nice lunch from a local deli. After lunch and an introduction PowerPoint, I then took a tour of the factory where the ice machines are manufactured... Read This Post
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posted June 24, 2011 The Benefits of Selectivity: Ice-O-Matic -- Choosing The Best Type of Ice for Your Business
Whether you're a local coffee shop or a fine dining restaurant, you are in the customer service business. To keep your customers happy, you have certain basic equipment needs, staff, and of course an ice machine...
Therefore, just like choosing the glassware your food business uses, you need to do the same when choosing what type of ice works best for your product and business... Read This Post
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posted April 29, 2011 Unique Benefits of Ice-O-Matic
Ice-O-Matic will provide you a very high quality ice maker or storage bin at a cost-effective price. You can choose from a large selection of ice maker production rates and ice bin storage capacities.
Ice Machines Plus.com can also provide you with a very useful item... Read This Post
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