ELEVATION NATION BLOG
Here at Elevation, we know the importance of ice. It's critical in cocktails and beverages, a requirement in many merchandising applications, such as seafood displays, and largely viewed as food, especially by important bodies like the Food and Drug Administration. All of this translates to the need for reliable and sanitary ice production in today's foodservice establishments.
But how?
We believe we've partnered with one of the best ice machine manufacturers that can meet a variety of needs, both in terms of ice usage and the cost to produce it.
Icetro ice machines are crafted to meet the demanding needs of various business environments, ensuring high productivity and reliability. Here’s why choosing Icetro can be a beneficial decision for your business:
Icetro modular units are designed for high-volume applications, capable of producing up to about 2000 lbs. of ice per day. This makes them ideal for large-scale operations such as restaurants, bars, and event hosting, where the demand for ice is continuous and substantial.
Whether your business requires cube, half-cube, nugget, flake, or gourmet ice, Icetro offers a diverse range of ice machines. Each category is tailored to different applications, from enhancing beverage presentation to preserving food or even medical use, providing flexibility in service offerings.
Built with durability in mind, Icetro machines feature 304-grade stainless steel body panels and robust internal components that withstand the rigors of heavy usage. The enhanced design includes a 3-way ventilation system that optimizes airflow and reduces noise, further supported by ENERGY STAR® certification for efficiency.
The unique 3-way exhaust ventilation allows for flexible installation, as the units efficiently operate even when positioned near walls. This adaptability is crucial for businesses with limited space, making Icetro machines suitable for various layouts and settings.
By integrating Icetro ice machines into your operations, you ensure a dependable, efficient, and versatile ice production solution that aligns with your business needs.
Icetro offers a diverse range of ice machines to cater to various business needs, ensuring efficiency and versatility in ice production.
Ideal for high-volume needs, modular ice machines are perfect for settings like restaurants and bars where large amounts of ice are required daily. These units can produce up to about 2000 pounds per day and are available in different sizes and cooling types, including air-cooled, water-cooled, and remote-cooled models.
These compact units fit neatly under standard-height counters, making them ideal for smaller bars, cafes, or anywhere that space is at a premium. Despite their size, they efficiently meet moderate ice production needs and are often paired with larger modular units to facilitate easier access to ice.
Dispensing machines are designed for convenience, directly serving ice in cups or containers. They are a common sight in self-service areas such as cafeterias and healthcare facilities. Icetro’s dispensers are capable of handling significant demands, with several models designed for both small and large volumes of ice.
Nugget ice machines produce soft, chewable ice preferred in healthcare settings and restaurants, while flake ice machines are ideal for food displays and medical applications. Icetro’s offerings include standalone machines and models that integrate with dispensers, providing a range of options to suit different operational scales and preferences.
Each type of Icetro ice machine is built to minimize downtime and maximize output, ensuring that every business can find the perfect match for its specific ice production requirements.
The Ice, Ice Baby Party, held at the Elevation Denver offices and co-hosted with Rocky Mountains Distributing, was a vibrant showcase of how Icetro ice machines enhance foodservice operations. Attendees experienced firsthand the versatility and efficiency of Icetro ice machines while enjoying various culinary treats. The event featured a delightful menu, including cheese and fruit platters, summer salads, grilled cheese, and chipotle bangers.
A highlight of the party was the frozen blackberry mojitos, pineapple rum, and banana soft serve, which demonstrated Icetro's capability to support food and beverage operations in various ways.