Get Your Ice Machines Ready For Reopening

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With many states ramping up to reopen businesses after weeks of lying dormant, Kansas and Missouri are doing the same in the coming days and Capital Equipment will be busy making sure commercial ice machines are cleaned, running smooth, and ready for staff and customers to return. With many businesses shut down for the last month or more, we’re finding that many of our customers had to shut their ice machines down as well which means that they will need a thorough cleaning and sanitizing treatment before the ice is safe for consumption.

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

With local health departments more than likely to be our inspecting businesses more than usual, the last thing you need is to have yours shut down due to your ice maker so having professionals like Capital Equipment clean and sanitize your commercial ice machines guarantees that your ice won’t hold your business back from remaining open. Our service team will inspect your entire ice machine making sure that there aren’t any issues that have come up while your equipment has been shut down. The first items that need to be cleaned are the internal components of the ice machine. While many parts and components may not be visible, our services technicians know every nook and cranny of commercial ice equipment so that we can quickly and thoroughly remove, clean, and replace each component that is susceptible to contamination. We make sure that the water supply is clean which means any water lines are inspected and cleaned as well as replacing the water filter to insure clean, clear ice. Of course the ice bin will need to be drained and thoroughly cleaned as well since it is more often than not the area of commercial ice machines that is most likely to harbor dirt, mold, mildew, or other harmful germs that can greatly effect the quality of ice. Also, ice scoops will need to be cleaned and sanitized often as they come in constant contact with human hands and are often overlooked when they should be washed and replaced frequently. Lastly, the exterior of commercial ice machines need to be cleaned often as well. Especially in busy kitchens and break rooms, ice machines (in particular bin doors) are likely to have more human contact than you would think and making sure the outside of the machine is cleaned often can prevent any issues that may find their way into the ice. We only use cleaners and sanitizers that are specific to commercial ice machines and ice equipment.

At Capital Equipment, we know that getting businesses back open is absolutely essential but not having your commercial ice machines professionally cleaned and sanitized before you do so is not only risky, it’s irresponsible. Call us today at (913) 683-8972 to schedule professional cleaning and sanitizing for your commercial ice machines of CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US. Stay safe, KC!

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April 8, 2020

Cleaning Your Commercial Ice Machines

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It has never been more important than it is now to make sure your restaurant’s or business’ ice machines are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. At Capital Equipment, we have worked with hundreds of businesses and organizations in the greater Kansas City area to ensure that their commercial ice machines are not a haven for germs, bacteria, and, in the age of COVID-19, transmittable diseases. Our service technicians are professional and knowledgeable on how to best clean and sanitize most all major brands of commercial ice equipment and now more than ever we understand the importance of social distancing when we are on service calls to help our customers with their ice machines.

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

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

Ice is considered by the FDA to be a food which means that every business is required to follow specific guidelines set forth to keep it clean and more importantly keep the machines that make it clean and sanitized. If you think about it, most commercial ice machines require either someone to scoop out ice by hand or activate an ice dispenser using one’s hand which is clearly why keeping your ice machines clean is imperative especially now. Capital Equipment effectively and thoroughly cleans out ice bins and the internal components that could potentially harbor mold, mildew, scale buildup and germs or diseases that could be health risk to your staff and customers.

We are service certified with most major commercial ice machine brands which means we understand the manufacturers recommended cleaning processes and practice them accordingly. Our service technicians will clean and inspect water filters, ice bins, condensers, water lines, dispensers (if applicable, evaporators and other parts and components that come in contact with water and the ice. We’re also happy to provide tips to our customers on how to effectively clean the outside of the ice machines as more often than not, they come in contact with hands more than anywhere else on the equipment which can easily contaminate the ice inside. Some signs that you need to have your ice machine are:

Ice machine isn’t making any ice
Ice takes longer to make than usual
Ice has an odor
Ice machine is making incomplete cubes
Soft and/or milky looking ice
The ice machine won’t cycle to harvest mode

At Capital Equipment, we know that this is a very difficult time for many businesses especially in the hospitality and restaurant industry but we want you to know that we are here for all of your commercial ice needs.

Don’t take chances with your commercial ice machine and have Capital Equipment keep your ice equipment clean and sanitized. Call us today and speak directly with one of our commercial ice machine experts at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US. Stay safe, KC!

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December 6, 2019

Why Do Ice Machines Need Water Filters?

For areas like the greater Kansas City metro that, for the most part, have hard water, it is imperative to have effective water filters and have them changed regularly to ensure clean, quality ice. Anytime that water tastes funny or has particles, minerals and sediment in it, they will most certainly end up in the ice which effects the look, taste and overall quality but not when you have an effective filter system.

Commercial Ice Machine Service and Water Filter Replacement In Kansas City

At Capital Equipment, we help Kansas City area restaurants, hotels, hospitals, offices and a multitude of businesses with every aspect of commercial ice machines and water filtration is a big part of making sure that ice is clean, clear, and most of all delicious. In simple terms, filters process the water that is being fed into your ice machines removing chlorine, particulates, and other unwanted substances that will leave your ice looking cloudy, dirty and otherwise tasting odd. In other words, ice machine filters remove everything that you don’t want being seen or tasted in ice. Filters also remove scale which is abundant in hard water which happens to be what we have in the greater Kansas City area. Scale can not only effect the quality of ice but can also effect the efficiency and functionality of an ice machines’ internal components which can result in costly repairs or complete equipment replacement in some cases.

replace-water-filter-commercial-ice-machine-Kansas-City — Scale build up not only makes ice look and taste funny but it can also put an enormous amount of stress on your ice machines’s internal parts.

Scale build up doesn’t typically happen overnight which means that getting ahead of it with a water softener and routine filter changes will help you avoid any downtime for you commercial ice machine(s). Each ice machine tends to have a different size water filter which is relative to the size of the machine and obviously the amount ice it produces which is in direct correlation to the amount of water that will be needed to make the ice. In terms how often a water filter will need to be changed on a commercial ice machine, it depends on the model and how much ice is being made but the ice equipment experts at Capital Equipment can help set up routine service intervals to make sure your ice is always flawlessly clear and clean. You’ll likely never hear how great your ice tastes because, let’s face it, we tend to take it for granted. But when your water filters need replaced and your looks or tastes funny, you’ll most certainly hear about it. Call Capital Equipment today at (913) 683-8972 for professional, expert service, cleaning and repairs for your commercial ice machines in the greater Kansas City area.

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July 9, 2019

Keep Your Ice Cold and Clean In Kansas City

You likely never hear about how great your ice tastes but you’ll most certainly hear about if it doesn’t and in the Kansas City area, Capital Equipment helps keep our customers’ commercial ice machines running smooth and delivering crystal clear, clean ice to their customers and employees. From routine maintenance and cleaning to expert, professional repairs, Capital Equipment is Kansas City’s commercial ice machines experts with service that is unsurpassed in quality and promptness and this summer we’d love to help your business keep your ice bins full.

Commercial Ice Machine Service and Repair in Kansas City

When it’s hot outside, ice becomes a pretty good perk for your employees and your customers but if your ice tastes funny or your ice machine has simply quit working, it could very well cost you business and/or productivity. At Capital Equipment, we help business owners in St Joseph, Leavenworth/Lansing and the greater Kansas City area keep their commercial ice machines and ice equipment running smooth no matter what time of the year it is but summer is often our most busy time of the year. Ice machines always are working overtime during the summer months because, let’s face it, the demand for ice is always much higher but Capital Equipment can help make sure your commercial ice equipment is ready for anything with expert service, maintenance and repairs on most commercial grade ice makers. Our ice machine service technicians can routinely replace water filters and professionally clean your commercial ice equipment which more often than not are the causes of odd tasting ice as most areas of the Kansas City area have hard water which tends to build up on filters quickly. Some of the other common mistakes other commercial ice machine service and repair companies make are:

Improper adjustment of water pressure valves
Improper bridge thickness switch settings
Not cleaning the condenser coil
High room/ambient temperature
Not making sure the ice machine is level
Using the wrong refrigerant
Not cleaning or replacing clogged water lines

At Capital Equipment, we specialize solely in commercial ice machines and we work with hundreds of businesses big and small in the Kansas City area to make sure that their customers and employees always have the highest quality ice and most efficient running ice makers when they need it most in the summer months. If you’re commercial ice machine service and repair company in the Kansas City area isn’t quite meeting your expectations then it’s time to call Capital Equipment today at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.

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April 29, 2019

Service and Repairs For Commercial Ice Machines

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It was a rough winter for restaurant owners in the Kansas City, St Joseph and Leavenworth/Lansing area and now that the cold and snow are behind us(hopefully), your customers will be coming out in crowds which means that now is the time to make sure you ice machines and ice equipment are in tip-top shape. At Capital Equipment, we help businesses and organizations that have commercial ice machines and ice makers keep their equipment producing crystal clear, clean and cold ice to keep their customers happy with expert service, repair and maintenance on most commercial grade ice makers.

Commercial Ice Machine Service, Repair and Maintenance in Kansas City and St Joseph

The funny thing about ice is that it’s more often than not the most overlooked element of any drink unless it’s dirty or tastes odd. In other words, your restaurant, bar, or business’ ice machines are taken for granted until something goes wrong with the ice quality and by then it’s too late. Capital Equipment helps business owners and organizations keep their commercial ice machines running smooth as silk with professional service, repairs and maintenance that keeps your ice cold and clean for you customers and employees.

Our ice machine experts can help make temperature adjustments, change water filters, clean or install new water lines and make sure the overall performance of your commercial grade ice machine is optimal. If for some reason, your commercial ice machine is beyond repair, our technicians will be upfront and honest with you about its condition and offer affordable solutions to get new ice machines installed quickly and hassle free. We not only service and repair commercial ice machines and ice equipment but we also rent, lease and sell the top rated ice makers like Scotsman, Hoshizaki, Ice-O-Matic and Manitowoc as well as ice merchandisers for convenience stores, grocery stores and liquor stores from Ice Maid. When it comes to keeping you commercial ice makers and ice equipment running flawlessly in the Kansas City and St Joseph area, trust the ice machine experts at Capital Equipment for all of your service, repair, maintenance, sales, rental and leasing needs. Call us today at (913) 683-8972 to speak with one our ice machine experts or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.

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April 12, 2019

Commercial Ice Equipment Rental and Service

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At Capital Equipment, we help Kansas City, Leavenworth and St Joseph area businesses, restaurants, bars, convenience stores, and health care facilities with all of their commercial ice machine and ice equipment needs. When our customers (new or current) contact us about upgrading their current ice makers or ice equipment we always offer them a variety of options to get the new commercial ice machines that not only meet their ice needs but will also fit their budget.

Commercial Ice Maker Rental and Service in Kansas City, St Joseph and Leavenworth

Commercial ice makers are expensive when purchased outright and since many of the businesses and organizations we work with ten to wear the equipment out after years of continuous use, Capital Equipment offers rental programs to help our customers get the latest ice makers that meet and exceed their ice needs but also make it easy and hassle free to keep them services and maintained. When you rent your commercial ice machines and ice equipment from Capital Equipment all maintenance and repairs are covered under your rental agreement making it worry free for you to have quality ice without the worry or unexpected costs in the event your equipment would need to be serviced.

Capital Equipment’s expert service technicians will come to your business or organization periodically to make sure we change water filters, make temperature adjustments, check water lines for blockage, and overall make certain that your rented ice machines and equipment are delivering crystal clear, clean ice for your employees, patients and customers. We only recommend the top rated commercial ice makers and ice merchandisers that have a long-lasting reputation for being durable, reliable and user-friendly like Ice Maid, Hoshizaki, Ice-O-Matic, Scotsman and Manitowoc. For over 11 years, Capital Equipment has helped hundreds of businesses and organizations with their commercial ice machine, ice merchandiser and ice equipment needs and this year we are ready help even more in the Kansas City Leavenworth, Lansing and St Joseph areas. For reliable, professional and above all quality ice machine services, repair, maintenance, sales and rentals, call Capital Equipment for all of your ice needs in Missouri and Kansas at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US today.