Ice Machine Not Working? We Can Help!

There’s nothing more jarring for businesses that rely on providing their staff, patients, guests, or customers ice than to have their commercial ice machine all of a sudden not work correctly or at all. At Capital Equipment, we get phone calls and emails every day from frantic managers and business owners that need help getting their ice equipment back up and running in a flash, and we are more than happy to help them in the greater Kansas City area.

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

With factory-trained and fully insured service technicians, Capital Equipment can quickly diagnose your commercial ice machines and, more importantly, get them back up and running quickly and efficiently. Whether it’s routine service and maintenance like cleaning, water filter changing, or adding refrigerant, to mechanical repairs and parts replacement, the ice equipment experts at Capital Equipment know ice machines inside and out. We can also install, clean, and unclog water lines which are a common problem with commercial ice machines as you can’t make ice without a reliable water source. Our warehouse is always fully stocked with hundreds of OEM factory-made parts for all types of commercial ice equipment, including parts for brands like Follett, Ice-O-Matic, Scotsman, Hoshizaki, Manitowoc, Ice Maid, and Kold-Draft, all of which we are authorized dealers for.

But most importantly, our service technicians are upfront and honest about the condition of your commercial ice machine. If the repairs don’t financially make sense, we offer a wide variety of options to rent, lease, and buy new equipment without the pushy sales approach that you get with the bigger ice machine dealers. At Capital Equipment, we have the experience, knowledge, and expertise to ensure your ice machines are always running smoothly in the greater Kansas City area. If you need service, maintenance, or repairs for your ice equipment, call us today at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE FOR OUR CONTACT FORM.

Call Capital Equipment today at (913) 683-8972 for all your commercial ice machine and ice equipment needs in the greater Kansas City area.

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December 29, 2020

Common Questions About Ice Machines

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Not everyone is an ice machine experts and at Capital Equipment, we get it, which is why we put together some of the most common questions we get from our customers about ice and ice equipment.

Commercial Ice Machines in Kansas City, Overland Park, and Shawnee, KS

For years, Capital Equipment has been the greater Kansas City area’s commercial ice machine experts and our goal is and always has been to help educate our customers to make sure that they have the right ice equipment for their businesses.

What are the best commercial ice machines?

There are quite literally hundreds of ice machine manufacturers with new ones popping up each year but the problem is that many of them aren’t built for the long haul and when you have an obscure brand, replacement parts can be hard to come by. At Capital Equipment, we recommend well known and well established commercial ice machine brands that have a proven history of being reliable and for making the highest quality ice. Capital Equipment recommends Hoshizaki, Scotsman, Manitowoc, and Ice-O-Matic ice machines as they have proved to be durable and reliable for years for all types of businesses.

How often should ice machines be cleaned and sanitized?

Many commercial ice machine manufacturers have different recommendations but overall a good rule of thumb would be about every 3 months. However, larger ice machines that see more individuals using them and thousands of pounds of ice produced may need to be cleaned more frequently. Particularly with COVID-19 continuing to spread, cleaning and sanitizing commercial ice machines should be much more frequently especially if a large number of people are coming in contact with the equipment. Also, when a boil order is issued for the city where your business is located it’s generally a good idea to clean and sanitize your commercial ice machines as well as change the water filter.

How often should the water filter be changed on a commercial ice machine?

As stated above, it is highly recommended that water filters be changed immediately if a boil order has been issued in your area but under normal circumstances most commercial ice machine manufacturers recommend every six months but equipment that is in heavily use may require more frequent changeouts. It’s best to make sure that water filters are changed out on a predetermined schedule to ensure quality, clean ice otherwise it may begin to taste funny which is not good for any business.

The commercial ice machine experts at Capital Equipment are always happy to answer any questions you have about which equipment will work best for your business and we can help make sure your current ice machine(s) are running smooth and your ice bins are always full of clean, clear ice. Call us today for all of your commercial and industrial ice machines and ice equipment needs at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE FOR OUR ONLINE CONTACT FORM.

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September 3, 2020

Ice Machine Service, Cleaning, and Repair

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Ice machines are truly a modern marvel and it’s easy to take them for granted until they all of a sudden don’t work. At Capital Equipment, we help hundreds of businesses in and around the greater Kansas City area have quality, reliable commercial ice machines for their customers and staff and making sure their ice equipment is always running smooth is a big part of our business.

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

There are hundreds of parts and components that make up an ice machine and when they aren’t properly maintenanced and/or serviced, things can get bad really quick. From putting unnecessary strain on essential components to having unclean or dirty ice, making sure your commercial ice machine(s) are being looked after by an experienced, professional technician will inevitably save your equipment from any downtime but it can also save your business money by avoiding costly ice machine repairs or worse replacement.

Some of the most common issues we see with commercial ice machines are:

The ice machines isn’t making ice at all
The ice machine isn’t making enough ice
The ice machine won’t dispense ice
The ice machine is leaking
The water is freezing before it reaches the ice mold
The ice machine is dispensing dirty and/or foul smelling ice
The ice machine is displaying an error code or making odd noises

Capital Equipment also provides routine maintenance services for commercial ice machines like:

Clean air filters on air cooled ice machines
Sanitize ice machine water systems
Change water filters
Check and replace faulty water valves
Clean and sanitize ice bins
And overall inspection of the ice equipment

At Capital Equipment, our sole purpose is provide quality, reliable commercial ice machines and ice equipment to Kansas City business and to help them make sure they making clean, delicious ice. If your business needs to add, upgrade or repair a commercial ice machine call us today at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE FOR OUR ONLINE CONTACT FORM.

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June 4, 2020

Summer Heat and Ice Machines

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As the temperatures rise in the summertime, so too does the demand for ice which means your commercial ice machine(s) will be working overtime for the next few months.

Commercial Ice Machine Service and Repair in Kansas City

While there isn’t much you can do about the heat and humidity, there are some things you can do to make sure your ice is still cold and clean and more importantly your ice machines are running as efficient as possible even on the hottest of summer days.

Proper Ice Machine Maintenance:

Nothing will slow your ice machine(s) down like poor or lack of maintenance. Scale build up on evaporators or condensers will slow ice production to an absolute crawl and when combined with the heat of summer, could end up doing serious damage to the machine itself. Making sure that your commercial ice machines get regularly scheduled maintenance and cleaning will certainly help keep your ice bins full even on the hottest of days.

Ambient Room Temperature:

The higher the room temperature, the the harder your ice machine(s) will have to work to produce ice. Particularly in places like a busy restaurant kitchen, warehouses, and non-air conditioned areas, the ambient temperature of a room can heat up the water lines causing commercial ice machines to struggle or in some cases cease to make quality ice. High temperature areas also put an enormous amount of strain on compressors which could lead to costly repairs. Ideally, commercial ice machines should be put in an area that has good airflow if possible so that even if the air around it is warm, it can self cool through the air intake.

Adequate Spacing:

Most all commercial ice machines need adequate space around them to effectively self cool unless of course they are water cooled. Placing an ice machine near another appliance that generates heat will make it much more difficult to cool. Especially in restaurant kitchens where ovens and grills tend to generate an enormous amount of heat, commercial ice machines should be placed as far away from them as possible. Also making sure that the ice machines’ intake vents are cleaned regularly so that airflow is not restricted in any way will help keep ice production up.

If you’ve noticed your ice equipment is struggling this summer (or anytime) call the ice machines experts in Kansas City at Capital Equipment for professional service, repair and maintenance on all commercial ice makers. Call us today at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.

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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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September 16, 2019

Kansas City and Overland Park’s Commercial Ice Machine Experts

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Overland Park is the second largest city in the Kansas City metro and Capital Equipment helps businesses and organizations there with all of their commercial ice machine and ice equipment needs. From offices that house small businesses to warehouses that have hundreds of employees, Capital Equipment provides service, sales, leasing and rentals for the most reliable commercial ice machines in the world with exceptional customer service that is second to none.

Commercial Ice Machines in Kansas City and Overland Park

Unlike the big commercial ice equipment dealers in the Kansas City area that make their customers feel like they’re just a number, Capital Equipment provides a customized and responsive approach our our customers’s needs. From helping new businesses pick the right commercial ice machines that will meet their ice needs to helping established businesses upgrade and replace their old ice equipment, Capital Equipment partners with businesses in the Kansas City and Overland Park to help them make bringing ice to their customers and employees easy, hassle free and affordable. We work directly with business owners and office managers to help them make the right decision when it comes to getting the right ice equipment and we don’t send a salesperson, our owner meets one on one with each and every business we serve. With over 11 years of experience in the commercial ice equipment industry in the Kansas City area, Capital Equipment has helped offices, hotels, hospitals/health care facilities, restaurants/bars, coffee shops, warehouses, and many other businesses have high quality, clean ice for their customers and employees. Our ice machine repair, service and maintenance is second to none in the Kansas City area with quick customer service and rapid response time paired with expert repairmen, your ice bins will always be full of crystal clear delicious ice. From routine ice machine maintenance like replacing water filters and cleaning water lines to troubleshooting and repairing broke down commercial ice machines, Capital Equipment works quickly but never carelessly to get your ice equipment up and running again because we know how important ice is to business. For commercial ice machine sales, leasing and rentals, Capital Equipment’s sales staff will listen to your needs and make recommendations for specific ice makers models that will never leave your business without ice. Don’t settle for pushy salespeople and lackluster customer service from the big commercial ice machine dealers in Kansas City and Overland Park and let Capital Equipment provide our personalized touch for all of your ice equipment needs. Call us today at (913) 683-8972 to speak with one of our commercial ice maker experts or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.

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June 17, 2019

Need Commercial Ice Machine Repair?

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When your commercial ice machines or ice equipment need parts, service or repairs, you need it now and unfortunately most companies in Kansas City that specialize is commercial grade ice equipment aren’t as responsive as most business’ would like. The problem is that the bigger commercial ice machine companies typically deliver less than responsive customer service leaving you with broke down ice machines and unhappy customers or employees.

Commercial Ice Machine Repair and Service in Kansas City

That’s not the case when you call Capital Equipment for ice machine repair, services and maintenance because we understand that empty ice bins or poor quality ice can cost you business and productivity. Whether your ice tastes bad or it’s simply not making ice, Capital Equipment are Kansas City’s commercial ice machine service and repair experts for brands like Manitowoc, Hoshizaki, Ice-O-Matic, Scotsman and other commercial grade ice equipment and our service technicians will always have your ice machines back up and running in no time. From leaky valves that hinder efficient ice production to replacing water filters that keep your ice clear and clean, Capital Equipment has all of the right parts on hand to get your ice equipment running flawlessly and delivering the highest quality ice for your customers and employees. We can help with routine maintenance and cleaning of your ice machines and our service technicians will always let you know if they spot any potential problems they see that may result in unexpected repair in the future. Our service staff can help troubleshoot your commercial ice machines if they are still running but not quite right and producing ice that is less than perfect.

From making sure the water temperature as it enter the machine is acceptable to cleaning and replacing clogged water lines, Capital Equipment makes sure that your ice machines in the Kansas City area deliver nothing less than clean, clear and delicious ice. When it’s time to upgrade your ice machines, Capital Equipment makes it easy to get the commercial ice equipment that meets your ice needs with outright sales, rental and leasing programs that let you get the ice machines you need on your budget. At Capital Equipment, we understand that our customers’ needs come first and when their commercial ice machines and ice equipment need service and repair, we go above and beyond the other companies in the Kansas City area that provide similar services to ours. Call Capital Equipment today for all of your commercial ice machine needs in and around the Kansas City area at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US by email.

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May 29, 2019

Keep Your Ice Machines Running Smooth This Summer

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It’s really no coincidence that commercial ice machines typically need more service, repairs and maintenance during the summer because, lets’s face it, ice is more in demand when it’s hot outside. At Capital Equipment, we understand that when commercial ice machines aren’t running or operating poorly, your customers and employees tend to get a little less cheerful which is why our ice equipment technicians are always going the extra mile to make sure our customers’ commercial ice machines are running smooth and delivering clean, cold ice especially during the summer months in the Kansas City area.

Commercial Ice Machine Service, Maintenance and Repair in Kansas City

From routine maintenance and cleaning of your commercial ice machines and ice equipment to repair and replacement of commonly failing parts like coils, water lines and water filters, Capital Equipment helps Kansas City, St Joseph and Leavenworth/Lansing area businesses and organizations keep their ice bins full and their ice makers running flawlessly. Our ice machine service technicians are always proactively looking for potential problems that can cause unexpected break downs of your ice equipment and we address them so that you don’t get surprised when you need ice the most when the summer heat is on. Our commercial ice machine service staff are quick to respond to your ice equipment service and repair needs and in most cases we have the right parts in stock for the most common commercial ice makers like Hoshizaki, Scotsman, Ice-O-Matic, Manitowoc, and Ice Maid merchandisers so that we minimize your ice machine’s downtime should they fail.

If your ice machines have reached the end of service life and are beyond repair, Capital Equipment offers rental, leasing and sales options on all types of commercial grade ice equipment in the Kansas City area. From under the counter ice machines and ice bins to upright ice machines for hospitals, hotels and offices, Capital Equipment works one on one with our customers to help them determine the best commercial ice machine brands and models that will and exceed their ice needs while making it affordable when compared to other ice machine dealers in the Kansas City area. Ice seems to become a much more valuable commodity in when the temperatures soar in the summer months but Capital Equipment helps you keep your current ice equipment in perfect shape with professional repair, service and routine maintenance services that keep your customers and employees drinks ice cold when it matters most. For service, repairs and/or maintenance on commercial ice equipment in and around the greater Kansas City area, call Capital Equipment today at (913) 683-8972 and speak with one of our ice machines 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.

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January 4, 2019

Restaurant Ice Machine Repair In Kansas City

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The last thing that any restaurant, bar or business owner needs is for their ice machines or ice equipment to break down and Capital Equipment helps the Kansas City area keep their ice machines running smooth all year long.

Commercial Ice Maker Repair, Service and Rentals in Kansas City

From periodic routine maintenance, cleaning and service to helping repair or replace broke down ice makers and ice equipment, restaurant, bar and business owners in the Kansas City area have trusted Capital Equipment for prompt, professional commercial ice machine service for over 11 years. We service, repair and rent only the top quality commercial grade ice machines and ice equipment from the most reliable names in ice makers like Ice-O-Matic, Hoshizaki, Manitowoc, and Scotsman just to name a few. Unlike the ice maker in your home, commercial grade ice machines run nonstop and require much more maintenance and care.

The ice machine experts at Capital Equipment will help keep your restaurant ice makers running longer through proactive maintenance programs where our service experts look for any potential problems that with your ice equipment that may be on the horizon. From making sure water lines and clean and clear from blockage to making sure ice bins are sanitized and free from algae and mold, Capital Equipment keeps your restaurant and commercial ice machines running smooth and your ice clean and clear. If you’ve decided that it’s time to upgrade your current ice equipment, Capital Equipment can help with sales, leasing and rentals that can help businesses and restaurants get the quality, reliable commercial grade ice equipment they need without the wait or hassle.

Our representatives take the time to make sure that the ice machines we offer will meet your ice needs while taking into account factors like how much space you have and how much ice your business uses on a given day. When you rent your ice machines and ice equipment with Capital Equipment, we take care of any repairs and routine maintenance services so that you don’t have to worry about anything except serving your customers in 2019. Capital Equipment is a family owned and operated business that provides better service and better quality in everything we do as it pertains to commercial ice machines and ice equipment. Let Capital Equipment help your business with all of its ice machine and restaurant ice equipment in the Kansas City this year. To speak with one of our ice machine experts call (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US today.