Commercial Ice Machines Save Money

Posted by Emily on 12/15/2016 to Product Spotlight

We have heard about new trends infiltrating the fitness world like juicing and Zumba, but there is one that is quickly becoming a necessity in athletes routines. For post-training therapy, the phenomenon called cold therapy, or cryotherapy, our bodies become submerged in water filled with ice, in hopes to recover after an intense workout. For many fitness enthusiasts, cold therapy is a must to maintain their fitness goals. When it comes to such therapy, one must use a lot of ice. And knowing how to obtain ice on a budget is clearly something we at JES Restaurant Equipment know a lot about.
            People like Wim Hof, aka the Iceman, believe cold therapy is tolerable by using his scientifically proven breathing techniques. He got his nickname by holding over 20 world records, including climbing 22,000 feet on Mount Everest in nothing but shorts and shoes. We may not be as strong willed as the Iceman, but we think it is safe to say Wim Hof definitely goes through his fair share of ice.
            New York Times' #1 Best Selling Author and successful podcast host Tim Ferriss highly recommends this treatment to his audience. He says when the ice hits you, your adrenaline triggers hormones that speed up weight loss and will give you a boost in attitude. Tim swears cold therapy is comparable to antidepressants. Long week at the office? Bring on the ice baths!
            There are many factors to consider when bringing the act of ice bathing into one's weekly routine. The largest factor remains being able to obtain enough ice for each session. Whether you seek bags and bags of ice from the local grocery or try to produce it from your home refrigerator, obtaining ice can become an annoying task.
            Another annoying factor? Purchasing the ice. With cryotherapy, there comes relief but it can put a strain on the wallet. If you were to purchase a $6.00 bag of ice 4 times a week every month for one year, you could spend over $1,500 a year on frozen water!
            The solution? Purchase a commercial ice machine for your home. A family of athletes can go through tons of ice over a period of time. Having the ability to grab enough ice right from your home trumps any trip to the gas station. You'll also be ready for your annual holiday party and Aunt Sally who demands her glass be filled to the rim with ice and sweet tea. Hoorah! Ice for everyone!
Surely buying a commercial ice machine will bring up many questions, but don't worry. We have a list that will help guide you; no matter what level of fitness therapy you require. Buying an ice machine from your trusted restaurant supply company is the most cost effective way in conducting routine cold therapy and will significantly save you time and money.

Here are a few ice machines we highly recommend.

Hoshizaki:
On his popular podcast, Tim Ferriss suggests buying this particular ice machine from Hoskizaki America. He even mentioned how Laird Hamilton, big wave American surfer and cold therapy enthusiast, being a huge fan of this brand. This machine is durable because of its stainless steel exterior and will produce up to 71 pounds of ice in a day! Our customer, Kerry, has also been enjoying this machine: "Works as advertised. Lots of clear ice, fills bin up in approximately 12 hrs. So far I love it!"

Scotsman:
Another quality brand we carry is Scotsman Ice Systems. With this model, there is a water-quality sensor that will detect hard water conditions and control system purges with every harvest cycle, which will help extend the time between cleaning. This unit is approved for outdoors, so you can put it conveniently close to you for your family BBQ! Loren, a satisfied customer reviewed the CU50GA-1: "Just installed this Under Counter Ice Maker. Chose it for size because it fits under our counter better than many models. It makes ice quickly! So far very pleased."

Ice-o-Matic:
JES Restaurant Equipment provides many options for those of you who want to purchase an ice maker. Try this machine from Ice-o-Matic. The ICEU150FW produces up to 75 pounds of ice per day. It is the perfect option for smaller families! With the ideal dimensions, you can place it anywhere and the possibilities become endless for menu options at your parties!

Manitowoc:
Ideally suited for smaller venues such as offices and non-profits, this space-saving undercounter ice maker from Manitowoc Ice is air-cooled and combines simple controls and state of the art features to produce up to 132 pounds of ice every 24 hours. The UY-0140A qualifies for the $25 American Express gift card, provided by Manitowoc manufactures. Get yours today while supplies last!