Expert Guides to Commercial Ice Machines
Choosing the right ice machine for your business can make a huge difference to efficiency, running costs and customer experience. From selecting the best ice type for your venue to understanding maintenance and running requirements, having the right information helps you make a confident investment.
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Our blog and buying guides are designed to help bars, restaurants, cafés, hotels and commercial kitchens choose the right ice machines for their needs. Here you’ll find expert advice, product comparisons, maintenance tips and industry insights covering everything from cube, nugget and flake ice to choosing the right size machine for your business.
Whether you’re buying your first commercial ice machine or upgrading an existing setup, explore our latest guides below to find the best solution for your venue.
Cube vs Nugget vs Flake Ice | Which Ice Type Is Best for Your Business?
Not all ice is the same. The type of ice your business uses can affect beverage quality, food presentation, customer experience, and even running costs. From cube ice used in bars and restaurants to flake ice utilised for food display and healthcare, each variety of ice serves a distinct purpose.
Top 5 Cube Ice Machines for Hospitality
Choosing the right cube ice machine for your venue is about more than just brand names — ice output capacity, ice size, energy efficiency, storage capability and installation type all play a part. Cube ice remains the most popular format in hospitality because its slow melt rate, clarity, and versatility make it ideal for drinks service, cocktails and general use.