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How Dirty Is the Ice at Fast Food Restaurants?

Olivia Marcy Maintenance & Cleaning

How Dirty Is The Ice At Fast Food Restaurants?Believe it or not, we’re not actively trying to give anyone the ick by talking about dirty ice again.  The truth is that dirty ice, and specifically dirty ice machines, can cause serious problems for both restaurants and consumers. Think you aren’t at risk for serving up dirty ice? Ask yourself this …

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3 Common Problems with Commercial Ice Machines

Olivia Marcy Ice Machine Care, Ice-O-Matic, Maintenance & Cleaning

3 Common Problems With Commercial Ice MachinesAn ice machine is essential to most commercial kitchens. That’s why when your commercial ice machines break down, your business operations have a serious meltdown.  The good news is that you can take steps to avoid common problems with commercial ice machines. The other good news is that most of these problems are pretty …

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It’s Time to Change Your Commercial Ice Machine Filter! Here’s How

Olivia Marcy Ice Machine Care, Ice-O-Matic, Maintenance & Cleaning

It’s Time To Change Your Commercial Ice Machine Filter! Here’s HowIs your ice machine giving you the cold shoulder? It might be because it’s time to change your commercial ice machine filter! When your ice machine filter is dirty, it can’t produce ice as quickly as it should and it puts extra stress on your equipment—leading to a shorter lifespan …

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Can Ice Get Moldy? 5 Dirty Secrets About Your Ice Machine

Olivia Marcy Ice Facts, Maintenance & Cleaning

Can Ice Get Moldy? 5 Dirty Secrets About Your Ice MachineYou’ve probably never thought about moldy ice, or whether the ice in your drink was clean. Until now, that is. Yep, new fear unlocked: dirty ice.  If you’ve ever looked inside an ice machine, you know it’s pretty damp in there. And we all know moisture is mold’s best friend, …

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Commercial Ice Machine Guidelines: The Who, What, When, Where, and Why

Olivia Marcy Buying An Ice Machine, Ice Machine, Restaurants & Commercial Kitchens, Small Business

Commercial Ice Machine Guidelines: The Who, What, When, Where & WhyAre you stressing over buying a commercial ice machine? Don’t lose your cool—we’re here to help you parse out the details of buying the best equipment for your restaurant, bar, hotel, or office space. Read on to get the who, what, when, where, and why of commercial ice machines! Who Makes …

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How To Clean Stainless Steel

Olivia Marcy Ice Machine, Ice Machine Care, Maintenance & Cleaning, Refrigeration, Restaurants & Commercial Kitchens, Small Business

How To Clean Stainless SteelStainless steel appliances are a double-edged sword. On one hand, stainless steel refrigerators, dishwashers, and ice machines look pretty smart when they’re gleaming fresh out of the box. On the other hand, though, it only takes one pair of dirty hands to take your stainless steel from gleaming to grody in no time flat.  Even though …

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Ready to Buy a Commercial Ice Machine? Avoid These 5 Characteristics

Olivia Marcy Buying An Ice Machine, Ice Machine, Ice Types, Maintenance & Cleaning, Renting an Ice Machine

Ready to Buy a Commercial Ice Machine? Avoid These 5 Characteristics Nobody wants to get stuck with an ice machine that doesn’t fit their business’s needs. But how is a restaurant or business owner supposed to know what to look for in an ice machine? We know you’ve got questions, and we’ve got the answers.  In today’s blog, we explore …

How To Fix A Commercial Ice Maker That’s Not Making Ice

Olivia Marcy Buying An Ice Machine, Ice Machine, Ice Machine Care, Maintenance & Cleaning

How To Fix A Commercial Ice Maker That’s Not Making IceYour business relies on ice to keep guests happy and drinks cool. No ice, no happy customers. So if your commercial ice machine stops making ice, you can’t waste any time finding local ice machine repair service in Memphis. Customer satisfaction, your business’s reputation—it’s all on the line.  While you’re …

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Heads Up! Read This Before You Buy A Commercial Ice Machine on Amazon

Olivia Marcy Buying An Ice Machine, Ice Machine, Ice Machine Care, Ice-O-Matic, Maintenance & Cleaning, Renting, Renting an Ice Machine, Small Business

Heads Up! Read This Before You Buy A Commercial Ice Machine on AmazonIf you’re in the market for a commercial ice machine, you’ve probably considered making your purchase on Amazon. And why not? Amazon has the products and information you need to make a smart purchase decision, right?  Maybe.  Buying an ice machine online could be the best choice for …

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Should I Purchase or Rent My Commercial Ice Machine?

Olivia Marcy Buying An Ice Machine, Ice Machine, Ice Machine Care, Ice-O-Matic, Maintenance & Cleaning, Renting, Renting an Ice Machine, Small Business

Should I Purchase or Rent My Commercial Ice Machine?One thing commercial kitchens have in common: they all need ice. That’s where the similarities begin and end, though, because every kitchen has unique ice needs. Some commercial kitchens use ice cubes, while others prefer pearl ice. Meanwhile the bar might be shaking up a cocktail with crushed ice.  While it’s important …