Keeping Your Commercial Ice Machines Safe

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With many businesses slowly reopening again and summer in full swing, ice remains something that many most business absolutely need to operate and in the Kansas City area Capital Equipment makes sure they have the ice and ice equipment they need when they need it most. From helping restaurants keep their ice machines cleaned and sanitized to helping hospitals and health care facilities upgrade their ice equipment to meet the growing needs of their patients and staff, Capital Equipment is doing everything we can to make sure that Kansas City area businesses don’t have to worry about having clean, quality ice because they likely have plenty of other things that need their attention.

Commercial Ice Machine Installation, Service, and Cleaning in Kansas City

commercial-ice-machine-cleaning-service-repair-Kansas-City — Regularly cleaning and sanitizing your commercial ice machines are an easy and obvious way keep quality ice in your bins.

Our ice machine technicians and representatives understand the COVID-19 is not going away anytime soon which is why we are taking extra precautions to make sure we keep our customers, their customers, and their staff safe by wearing face masks and gloves when we are in and around your business. We are constantly and continually using hand sanitizer and washing our hands at every opportunity while maintaining responsible social distancing. We make sure that the commercial ice machines we install are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized so that when they begin making ice, it will be completely safe for consumption.

Making ice is a delicate process and with all of the health and safety guidelines in the Kansas City area and both the states of Kansas and Missouri, there are still plenty of things that can go wrong that could not only make poor quality ice but could also break the equipment itself or make the ice unsafe to consume. At Capital Equipment, we clean and install hundreds of commercial ice machines each year and we know them all inside and out and how they work like the back of our hand. That also means that we know how to make sure they are safely cleaned and sanitized and we show the business owners we work with how they can keep the exterior and ice bins clean and safe from contamination or we can simply do it all for them. We rent, lease, sell, repair and service all types of commercial ice machines for all types of businesses in the greater Kansas City area and now more than ever it is important to make sure that your ice equipment is clean and sanitized. If your business needs an ice machine, you need to upgrade your current one, or you need to make sure your ice machine(s) are cleaned and sanitized, call Capital Equipment for all of your ice needs at (913) 683-8972 of CLICK HERE FOR OUR CONTACT FORM.

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June 17, 2020

Nothing Beats the Heat Like Ice!

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We’ve already gotten a taste of summer in the past 2 weeks in Kansas City and there’s still plenty more heat and humidity on the way which means ice will be in high demand. The good news is that Capital Equipment can help with all of your summer ice needs from commercial ice equipment sales, service and rentals to bagged ice supply and delivery along with ice freezers to store it.

Commercial Ice Machine Sales, Rentals, Service and Installation in Kansas City

Whether you are a small business that needs a counter top ice/water combo dispenser or you have hundreds of employees and need a commercial ice machine that will make hundreds of pounds of ice per day, Capital Equipment can help with Kansas City’s ice equipment experts ready help your staff and customers keep cool this summer. Buying ice equipment outright particularly commercial ice machines can get expensive really quick especially for small business. While we at Capital Equipment are happy to sell our customers quality, commercial ice machines outright, we find that a good majority of them choose to rent or lease them from us. With our ice machine rental program, you pay one monthly fee which includes all service, maintenance and repairs during the course of the rental period. There are no surprise fees like charging extra for water filters or routine cleaning unlike most of the other commercial ice machine companies in Kansas City. You will always get an ice machine expert with Capital Equipment that is certified to work on commercial ice equipment but also licensed and fully insured for our customers’ protection.

Our installers are professional and understand all of the factors that could produce less than stellar ice like proper spacing, air flow and making sure that water lines are room temperature and not effected by ambient heat. We listen to our customers needs and make recommendations for specific ice machine models that will easily meet their daily ice needs and help them upgrade as their business grows. At Capital Equipment, we know that ice is not at the top of everyone’s priority list but making sure our customers have quality ice and ice equipment is always at the top of ours. If your business needs bulk ice, commercial ice machines, or service for your current ice equipment, call Capital Equipment for Kansas City’s locally owned an operated ice service. Call us today at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT OUR CONTACT FORM.

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May 13, 2020

Need A New Commercial Ice Machine?

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When it comes time to upgrade, replace or simply add a commercial grade ice machine to your business in the Kansas City area, the ice experts at Capital Equipment will be ready to help. Unlike the big commercial ice machine dealers in Kansas City that make you feel like a number, Capital Equipment delivers a customized customer service approach to each and every business we work with to help with their ice needs.

Commercial Ice Machine Sales and Rentals in Kansas City and Overland Park

Ice machines are built pretty durable these days but when you consider that in most cases they are running nonstop, 24 hours a day, and 7 days a week it’s not surprising that they end up failing at some point. While Capital Equipment offers the best commercial ice machine service, maintenance and repair in the Kansas City area, there comes a point where ice equipment may become not worth the repair bill due to age and wear. The good news is that Capital Equipment has multiple options for business owners to buy, lease, or rent the commercial ice equipment they need for their customers and/or staff. Unlike the big commercial ice machine dealers in Kansas City, Capital Equipment won’t ever send a pushy salesman to meet with you but instead we send an expert that listens to and understands your ice needs. We make recommendations on specific ice machine models that will not only meet your business’ daily needs but allow for more in the future should the consumption of ice increase for whatever reason. Of course our customers are welcome to purchase new ice makers outright but we find that our leasing and rental programs for commercial ice machines make it more affordable to have the latest ice equipment at a consistent monthly rate which every business needs especially now. Plus with leasing or renting commercial ice machines, you never have to worry about having to pay for repairs should the equipment break down because it’s all covered with us. With our rental program, Capital Equipment will clean, sanitize, and even replace water filters routinely at no additional charge which is where most commercial ice equipment dealers fall short.

At Capital Equipment, our goal is to partner with businesses for all of their ice and ice equipment needs and help them grow. We pride ourselves on exceptional customer service and customized services to exceed those who choose us for their commercial ice machines needs expectations. Call us today at (913) 683-8972 for all commercial ice machine sales, service, leasing, rentals, cleaning and maintenance in the greater Kansas City area or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US ONLINE.

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March 25, 2020

No Hidden Fees With Our Ice Machine Rentals

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With all of the bad news in the past few weeks the last thing restaurants and business owners need to is to be charged extra and unnecessary fees with from their commercial ice machine company. We’ve been getting quite an earful recently from many of our new customers telling us that the BIG commercial ice machines dealers are adding extra fees for cleaning, sanitizing and even changing water filters on ice equipment that is rented which makes no sense at all to us.

Commercial Ice Machines and Ice Maker Rentals in Kansas City, Overland Park and St Joseph

The fact is that keeping your commercial ice machines (and really everything in your business) clean, sanitized and safe for your staff and employees is imperative especially now. With ice machine rentals, we at Capital Equipment don’t believe that you should be charged extra fees because, well, you don’t own the equipment. Think of it this way: if you are renting an apartment or house and routine maintenance items like changing a furnaces filter, making sure heat and A/C are working, keeping mold from contaminated the living space and overall standard upkeep is the landlord’s responsibility. That’s why our ice machine rental program is a flat rate with no hidden fees or surprise costs during the course of your rental. Capital Equipment’s rental program is plain and simple: one flat monthly rate and we take care of any maintenance or repairs during your rental period. Our service technicians will make sure that we are safe and practice appropriate hygiene when we are operating in your restaurant or business and we are flexible with scheduling because we understand that we are living in very different times than we were just a few short weeks ago.

Now more than ever it is of the utmost importance to make sure businesses are routinely cleaned and safe for both employees and potential customers and Capital Equipment makes it easy for business owners to make sure their ice machines are clean, running smooth and producing much needed ice in Kansas City. We’ll be open and ready to help Kansas City area businesses with all of their ice needs. Call the commercial ice machine experts at Capital Equipment today at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.

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March 13, 2020March 24, 2020

Kansas City’s Local Ice Machine Company

Doing a simple Google search for “commercial ice machine companies in Kansas City” will yield countless pages of results but the fact is that most of them aren’t locally owned and operated and if you’ve done business with them in the past, they probably didn’t come close to meeting your expectations.

Commercial Ice Machine Rentals in Kansas City

At Capital Equipment, we started our commercial ice equipment business right here in the Kansas City metro and we are proud to have helped hundreds of hospitals, offices, schools, restaurants, bars and other businesses get quality commercial ice machines for their customers and employees with personalized customer service that is second to none. We get quite a few phone calls and website inquiries about commercial ice machine rentals and how our program works. For many business owners, renting or leasing an ice machine makes more sense than purchasing them outright because ice machine rental with Capital Equipment is worry free, maintenance free, repair free and most importantly a FLAT FEE. We know that other commercial ice equipment dealers in the Kansas City are adding on addition fees and costs for frequent and necessary maintenance services like changing out water filters and making sure the internal workings of the machine are properly cleaned but at Capital Equipment, we keep it simple with one fee and no hidden costs because we believe that’s what our customers deserve and expect.

From ice machines that are capable of making hundreds of pounds of ice per day to ice/water combo machines for small offices, Capital Equipment is the commercial ice equipment rental leader in the Kansas City area with simple, easy to understand rental programs that leave our customers worry free about their ice so that they can focus on what’s important. Don’t fall for the games and gimmicks of the big, national commercial ice machine dealers in Kansas City and let Capital Equipment give you the personalized touch we’ve come to be known for. Call us today for simple, no nonsense commercial ice machine rentals and all of your ice needs at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.

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February 13, 2020

Ice Machines For Office Big and Small

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When most people think about commercial ice machines, they tend to imagine huge, bulky ice equipment that make hundreds of pounds of ice per day. Well, that’s sort of accurate in that there are ice machines that can make enormous amounts of ice but for small businesses (especially for offices) there are also options to have quality ice equipment that is much more compact. At Capital Equipment, we work with businesses big and small in the Kansas City area to help our customers get the ice equipment they want that also suits their needs and as their ice needs change, we help them upgrade their equipment as well.

Office Ice Machines in Kansas City, Overland Park and Lenexa

While we work with countless restaurants and bars in the KC metro, we’ve noticed a trend of small to medium sized offices wanting commercial grade ice machines for their employees and customers as well. From ice/water combination machines to larger ice bins for companies with hundreds of employees, Capital Equipment takes the time to analyze exactly which type and size of ice machine offices and businesses need as well as install and maintain it. We take into account factors such as how many employees there are, whether the work physical which may increase ice and water usage, and how big the work area is in that for larger workplace areas like warehouses might require multiple ice machines.

We offer a variety of options for businesses to acquire quality ice machines including rental programs, leasing and of course outright purchasing as well. Unlike the larger, national commercial ice machine companies that send out pushy sales representatives that just want to make a sale as quick as they can, we consult with the businesses and business owners we work with to understand their ice needs and make our recommendations accordingly. Our ice machine installers will make sure that we schedule installation so as not to disrupt business and we handle everything from installing water lines to complete calibration and set up of the ice equipment. When it comes to helping Kansas City area businesses get the commercial ice machines they need, Capital Equipment makes it easy and hassle free. Call us today for all of you commercial ice equipment needs at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.

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January 8, 2020

Different Types of Commercial Ice Machines

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There are literally hundreds of different commercial ice machines models available on the market today and finding the right one for your business can be a bit confusing. Depending on how much ice your business actually needs or uses in one day is the primary factor that determines which type of ice machine will suit you best.

Commercial Ice Machine Sales, Service and Rentals in Kansas City and Overland Park

At Capital Equipment, we don’t just provide sales and service for commercial ice equipment but instead we consult with businesses and business owners to determine which ice machine will fit their needs and their budget as well. There are 4 primary types of ice machines and each produces different amounts of ice and different functions however each does require a water supply, water filters and professional installation which Capital Equipment provides.

Modular/Head Ice Machines

For businesses that use enormous amounts of ice, a modular/head unit is the right choice for commercial ice machines. They can easily produce up to 1000 lbs. or more of ice per day but they do need a separate storage bit for the ice below. Modular/head unit ice machines are ideal for high volume bars/restaurants as they can be integrated with soda dispensers and are also used in many warehouses and large offices.

Under-counter Ice Machines

Under-counter ice machines are often seen in businesses like bars and coffee shops as they are space efficient and are an “all-in-one” solution as they include the ice machine maker as well as storage bin in one unit. There are a variety of sizes of under-counter ice machines but most are made to fit under a 40 inch counter. One of the main advantages of an under-counter ice machine is that it easily accessible when serving customers from a bar or counter.

Counter-top Ice Machines

The health care profession uses an immense amount of ice and counter top ice machines are ideal for their industry. The ease of access and ability to make hundreds of pounds of ice per day while taking up little space when compared to larger modular/head unit ice machines make for an efficient way access ice for patients and staff. Plus, the internal ice bins keeps the ice clean and sanitized provided they have routine maintenance and cleaning which is mandatory for the health care industry.

Ice/Water Dispenser Combos

For small to medium sized offices of businesses, an ice/water combination dispenser is ideal. The water filters not only insures that the ice is clean and clear but also remove the “tap water” taste making employees more likely to stay hydrated which is proven to improve health and productivity.

No matter which type of ice machines your business needs, Capital Equipment helps Kansas City area businesses buy, rent and lease them along with provide professional service and repair. If your business needs commercial ice equipment, call the ice machine experts at Capital Equipment at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.

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November 12, 2019

How Commercial Ice Machines Work

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Everyone know that ice forms when you have water and temperatures at or below freezing but have you ever thought about how ice machines actually work? At Capital Equipment, all we do is service and sales for commercial ice machines in the greater Kansas City area and each day we use our knowledge of how ice equipment actually produces ice to help our customers keep their ice bins full.

Commercial Ice Machines and Ice Equipment in Kansas City and Overland Park

Put simply, there are three main components needed for a commercial ice machine to work:

A Refrigeration System
A Water Supply
A Way To Collect the Ice

That seems simple but ice machines are far from it. While there are a variety of different types of ice machines, we’ll focus on one of the most common which is a metal ice cube tray. The ice tray is connected to a series of coiled heat-exchanging pipes which are similar to what you would see on the back of your home refrigerator. A compressor pushes a refrigerant fluid through these pipes where they will narrow (condense) and then flow into a wider tube (evaporator) where the liquid will expand. When refrigerant is compressed, it raises it’s pressure which also will raise it’s temperature and is it goes through the more narrow coils it will lose its heat and condense into a liquid. Now that the compressed liquid passes through expansion valve , it will evaporate and become a gas which attracts heat from the surrounding pipes and the air around the refrigerant which, in turn, cools the pipes and the ice tray.

Water is then brought in from a filter and a pump gradually so that it is frozen layer by layer which creates the clear ice that you often see in restaurants and hotels. If you’re ice is white, cloudy and has a milky look, then there’s obviously a problem and you need to call us. There are a variety of ways the ice is then removed from the tray and into the bin but in most cases it gets a little nudge or the ice tray is has a downward angle so the cubes slide out on their own.

There are countless more components that enable commercial ice machines to, well, make ice and Capital Equipment’s service and repair team knows how to narrow down what’s ailing your equipment quickly and efficiently. We buy all of our parts in bulk so that it saves our customer money because we know which parts are more likely to fail and we make certain that we have them on hand at all times. Whether your business is adding, upgrading or needing service and repair on commercial ice machines, Capital Equipment has got Kansas City covered with over 11 years of experience in the ice equipment business and a stellar reputation with our customers. Call us today for all of your commercial ice machine needs at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.

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October 29, 2019

Need To Replace Your Ice Machine In Kansas City?

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At Capital Equipment, everyday we help Kansas City area businesses make sure their ice machines are making clean, clear and delicious ice for their customers and employees and there isn’t a lot we haven’t seen. However there are some instances where an older ice machine isn’t necessarily worth the money to have it serviced or repaired which means that it’s time to upgrade and replacement it. Capital Equipment is Kansas City’s commercial ice machine experts with over 11 years of being in business and helping hundreds of businesses in St Joseph, Lawrence, Leavenworth, Lansing and Kansas City get quality ice makers from the top rated names in commercial ice equipment.

Commercial Ice Machine Sales, Service and Rental in Kansas City

Properly installing a commercial ice machine is extremely important because, in many cases, the environment the ice maker is in can effect the quality and production of ice. The experts at Capital Equipment have seen it all and we make sure that when we install a new ice machine for your business in the Kansas City area, we make sure we take many factors into account to make sure your ice equipment will run flawlessly for your customers and/or employees. Capital Equipment’s representatives aren’t hard salespeople like most commercial ice equipment companies in Kansas City will send to your business but in most the owner of our business will meet with you one on one to make sure that we can make the best recommendations based your ice needs.

We provide complete service, repair, maintenance and cleaning on the ice machines that sell, lease or rent and we are always responsive to our customers’ needs because we know that going without ice just isn’t an option for most businesses. We only recommend the most reliable and durable manufactures of commercial ice makers like Hoshizaki, Ice-O-Matic, Manitowoc, Scotsman and Ice Maid and our service technicians are certified to service them as well. Whether you need a small ice machine for an office or you need multiple ice machines for a larger warehouse, Capital Equipment provides a personalized tough and will make sure that you get the ice equipment that you need at competitive prices the big companies simply can’t match. Call us today for all of your commercial ice machine needs in Kansas City, Leavenworth, St Joseph, Lawrence and Liberty at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.

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October 8, 2019

Professional Commercial Ice Machine Cleaning

Poor quality ice can be a real problem especially if you’re a restaurant or bar and at Capital Equipment we help Kansas City area businesses keep their ice machines cleaned and maintained so that they never have that problem. Not only does Capital Equipment sell, rent and lease the top rated names in commercial ice makers and ice equipment but we also provide expert service repairs and maintenance which includes cleaning and sanitizing ice machines. Ice machines and in particular ice bins can be a breeding ground for bacteria, mold and mildew which is not only gross and may effect the quality of your ice but it can also lead to health issues. Capital Equipment is Kansas City;s commercial ice machine and ice equipment experts and routine cleaning and maintenance is a big part of what we do.

Commercial Ice Machine Service, Repair and Cleaning in Kansas City and Overland Park

Most ice machines are running 25 hours a day, 7 days a week and with, in most cases, a good number of people using the ice, it can easily become contaminated. Cleaning and sanitizing your commercial ice machine regularly not only keep the overall quality of your ice par but it can also keep your ice maker running longer. Cleaning and maintenance on ice machines isn’t just for the ice bin as there are a multitude of water lines, pumps, filters, sensors and valves that will directly effect the quality of ice and Capital Equipment’s service team has seen it all.

The Kansas City area is a hard water town meaning that ordinary tap water has levels of calcium and magnesium in it which can build up quickly in ice machines particularly in filters and water lines if they aren’t changed and/or cleaned regularly. Keeping scale build up from the hard water that we have in the Kansas City is imperative to keeping your ice clean and delicious while keeping your ice equipment running smooth. When you rent ice machines from Capital Equipment, we handle all of the cleaning and maintenance on the equipment but if you own your commercial ice makers outright and you don’t have someone routinely cleaning and maintaining them then you probably need to get in touch with us. Build up of scale in water lines, water filters, and/or valves can quickly damage commercial ice machine which will likely come without warning leaving your business unexpectedly without ice. Don’t neglect cleaning and servicing your commercial ice machines and call Capital Equipment for professional service, repairs and cleaning of ice equipment in the Kansas City area at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.