Ice Machines and Ice Makers

What is the difference between Ice Makers and Ice Machines?

In short, the functionality. Ice Makers bring water in, freezes into cubes, and releases them into an ice bucket. The product acts as a freezer to keep the ice cold and does not make more until it senses the ice bucket is low. Ice Machines require a drain and are a bit more complex. Our Clear Ice Machine freezes water slowly in a slab, ensuring no air is trapped within the ice. Once the clear slab is formed, it glides over a grid which cuts each cube using gravity into the perfect cube shape. The ice bin acts as a cooler to ensure cubes remain clear. Nugget Ice Machines freeze water behind the scenes and an auger rotates against the ice to produce ice shavings. The ice shavings are then compacted into into ice bits and are transported to the ice bin. Nugget Ice Machine bins also acts as a cooler to ensure the cubes are separated and easy to scoop.

What should I look for in an Ice Maker?

Choose an ice maker machine that fits your space. Consider size, door finish, adjacent plumbing, and other environmental requirements.