Interactive Ice Machine Selection Tool

Facility Type

This helps right-size ice capacity and choose the right style of machine for your environment.

What type of facility is this for?

Is this primarily a patient care or clinical area?

Yes

For true inpatient care, ice usage per bed is much higher and infection control becomes critical.

Ice Demand

A correctly sized ice machine avoids shortages during peak periods and reduces emergency service calls.

Approximate number of people served per day (drinks, patients, staff, students)

If this is a patient unit, use number of beds instead of people served.

How heavy is your ice usage?

Light (water only / occasional)

Standard (typical drinks)

Heavy (high turnover / all-day ice)

Healthcare inpatient

Ice Type & Dispenser Style

Match ice type and dispenser style to how people will actually use the station.

Preferred ice type

Nugget / Chewable

Full / Half Cube

Flake

More than one / flexible

How will people access the ice?

Choose what best describes the station location and workflow.

Countertop ice & water dispenser

Countertop ice-only dispenser

Back-room modular head + bin

Undercounter at bar / work area

Any width or space constraints?

Utilities & Installation Constraints

Drainage, water quality, and noise all affect the right equipment choice and installation plan.

Is there a floor drain near the planned location?

Yes, floor drain close by

No, but a drain pump is possible

No / very difficult

Unsure

How would you describe your water?

If you’re not sure, base it on scale buildup on fixtures and equipment.

Soft / treated

Typical city water

Hard water / scale problems

Is this a noise-sensitive area?

No, typical kitchen / service area

Yes, nurses station / lobby / office

Priorities & Purchasing Goals

These help weigh tradeoffs between first cost, service life, and infection control.

Which of these matter most for this project?

Infection control & sanitation Energy & water efficiency Lower first cost / budget-conscious Lower maintenance & fewer service calls

Optional: Any notes about how you plan to purchase? (e.g., GSA, VA FSS, ECAT)

Your Ice Machine Summary

Recommended category and planning notes

Suggested Ice Machine Category

Estimated Ice Production Range

Installation & Utilities Notes

Sanitation, Filtration & Maintenance

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This tool is a planning aid, not an engineering stamp. Final selections should confirm site conditions, codes, and manufacturer installation requirements.