Should I Winterize my Ice Machine?
Winter. Cold. Ice. Icemaker. Cold. Ice. Sounds like a good match, right? Wrong! Although it may seem ironic, cold winter temperatures can...
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jasonetimmins
- Oct 7
- 3 min
How do Flake Ice Machines Work?
Flake ice–it has our hearts here at Tri-Point. If you had the chance to tune in earlier this week, you got to find out what exactly flake...
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jasonetimmins
- Oct 4
- 3 min
The Downlow on Flake Ice
Flake ice may not be on your radar–but it should be! Although not the typical ice one would choose to accompany a sweet tea or tall glass...
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jasonetimmins
- Sep 10
- 4 min
Thinking About an In-Home Ice Maker?
We get it–it’s hot. And what better on a blisteringly hot summer’s day than an ice-cold refreshment? Whether you’re sipping on a sweet...
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jasonetimmins
- Aug 11
- 3 min
Extending Your Ice Machine's Life
Everything has a life, including your ice machine. Is yours a hand-me-down? Perhaps it has some tasteful wood-paneled features? If you...
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jasonetimmins
- Aug 2
- 3 min
Air-Cooled and Water-Cooled: What's the Difference?
In today’s ever-diverse market, you’ve got a plethora of options to choose from–even for commercial ice machines! If you’re in the market...
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jasonetimmins
- Jul 30
- 3 min
Guide for Where NOT to Install an Ice Machine
Your ice machine is a temperamental piece of equipment: it follows a strict set of rules, and it is picky. Stray from what your machine...
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jasonetimmins
- Jul 26
- 3 min
Ice Machines and Heat Waves
As we experience a sweltering, record-breaking Texas July packed full of heat waves, ice may be fresh on the mind. Not only is it cold,...
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jasonetimmins
- Jul 23
- 3 min
Sanitize That Ice
Sanitize, sanitize, sanitize–a word that has pinballed around in our heads for years. Of course, sanitation has always been important,...
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Danny Klos
- Apr 26
- 1 min
THE BEST ice machine water filter, don't believe me? Watch and find out.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7eSeLc0Q3B4
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Danny Klos
- Apr 25
- 1 min
How long will my commercial ice machine last
Check out this quick video about how long your ice maker SHOULD last, when properly maintained. Please let us know what you think in the...
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jasonetimmins
- Apr 19
- 3 min
Your Evaporators are Bent--Now What?
So, you’ve cracked open your ice maker only to discover that your evaporators are bent and bowed, which is, unfortunately, not a great...
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Travis
- Apr 17
- 7 min
Just how dirty are your ice machines, Austin, Texas?
Austin area ice machine owners! Do you know how dirty your ice machine is? The first time I cleaned an ice machine there was a solar...
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Danny Klos
- Apr 15
- 3 min
Two Big Cs: Cap Tubes and Compressors!
Let’s talk caps and comps; capillary tubes and compressors, that is. In the refrigeration world, cap(illary) tubes and compressors are...
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Danny Klos
- Mar 15
- 3 min
Ice, Ice, Baby: Different Types of Ice Cubes and Their Purposes
Ice is ice is ice, right? How different can ice really be? Well, buckle up, because we’re going to go on a frosty adventure. Sure, all...
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Travis
- Feb 26
- 5 min
Why is My Ice Machine Full of Water?
The simple answer is because your drain is clogged. The long answer is if your bin is full of water it usually isn't your ice machine. ...
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Travis
- Feb 12
- 3 min
Protect Your Equipment and Your Wallet from Unexpected Maintenance Costs!
Here at Tri-Point, we are and have been committed to bringing our customers the best value for their dollar. If you’re interested in...
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Travis
- Feb 5
- 4 min
Can Ice Makers be Repaired?
Can Ice Makers be Repaired? Yes, of course! Anything can be repaired. It is, however, a rather complex endeavor to fix an ice machine. ...
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Danny Klos
- Jan 21
- 5 min
How to Reset the 4 Most Common Commercial Ice Makers
How to reset the most common Hoshizaki commercial ice maker Hoshizaki ice machines have up 7 different error codes that alert the user by...
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Danny Klos
- Jan 18
- 3 min
How to buy the correct size ice maker
A properly sized ice machine is crucial for entablements like restaurants, hotels, convenience stores, and cafeterias. Commercial ice...
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