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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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 8, 2019

Professional Commercial Ice Machine Cleaning

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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.

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August 5, 2019

We Sell and Rent Commercial Ice Makers

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Ice machines are an absolute necessity for many businesses in Kansas City and since they work 24/7, 365 days a year (in most cases) eventually they will wear out, break down or need to be replaced. Capital Equipment makes is easy and hassle free to buy or rent quality, durable commercial ice machines for offices, hotels, hospitals, health care facilities, restaurants, bars and business with the top rated names in ice equipment that are built to last.

Commercial Ice Maker Rentals and Sales in Kansas City and St Joseph, MO

We take the time to find out our customers’ and our potential customers’ needs to help them choose a commercial ice machine that will meet and exceed their ice needs. Unlike many commercial ice machine companies that send pushy salespeople to sell or rent you equipment that likely won’t last but a few short years, our service technicians meet directly with you to determine your ice needs, measure the space for the equipment, and make sure that the environment that the equipment will be housed in is ideal for making ice. Capital Equipment offers sales, leasing and rental programs for all of the commercial ice makers we represent and we also offer maintenance and repair programs to make sure your equipment is always running smooth when you need it to most. With our rental program for commercial ice machines, Capital Equipment handles all maintenance and repairs during the term of your agreement for one monthly fee.

This includes routine water filter changes, any temperature adjustments that need to be made to ensure quality ice as well as routine cleaning and sanitizing to keep your ice bins full of clean, clear and delicious ice. For outright sales of commercial ice machines and ice equipment, you are responsible for service and maintenance however Capital Equipment does offer programs for service and maintenance so that you don’t have to worry about it. Our service technicians only use approved parts for each ice maker manufacturer and we use approved chemicals that won’t damage the plating or metal surfaces of the ice equipment. We use the highest quality water lines and we make sure to test the commercial ice machines we install before we leave so that you can begin serving ice as soon as your ice bins are full. If you want pushy, overprices commercial ice machines dealers then Capital Equipment isn’t for you but if you want superior customer service and the industry’s top rated ice equipment for your business in the Kansas City area, then we’d love to help! Call Capital Equipment today at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US of commercial ice machine sales, rentals and service in the greater Kansas City area.

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July 23, 2019July 23, 2019

Ice Machine Service and Repair Experts

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For most offices, restaurant, hospitals, hotels and businesses, having adequate and abundant ice is essential and at Capital Equipment we help make sure that your commercial ice machines are always running smooth and producing clean, clear ice when you, your customers and your employees need it most.

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

For over 11 years, Capital Equipment has helped hundreds of businesses buy, rent and lease the most durable and reliable commercial ice machines and ice equipment in the world but what many businesses in Kansas City don’t know is that we also offer expert service, repairs and maintenance as well. There’s no doubt about it: summer is hard on commercial ice machines but luckily the service and repair experts at Capital Equipment are just a phone call away in the greater Kansas City area.

With all of the replacement parts, water filters and diagnostic equipment on hand at all times, the commercial ice machine and ice equipment technicians at Capital Equipment can have your ice machines pumping out clean, clear and most importantly cold ice in no time keeping your customers and /or employees refreshed when summer is at it’s hottest in Kansas City. From making sure the water temperature inside your commercial ice machines is ideal to making sure your water lines aren’t being heated up and causing less than perfect ice, Capital Equipment can make minor adjustments that make a major difference in the quality of ice your equipment delivers. Our technicians can help with common commercial ice machine problems such as:

Not making enough (or any) ice
Ice tasting odd or unpleasant
Leaky valves or water lines
Clogged, dirty or corroded water lines
Ice machine bin cleaning
Routine water filter changing

At Capital Equipment, we pride ourselves on providing the most prompt and professional services, maintenance and repair for commercial ice machines and ice equipment in the Kansas City, St Joseph and Leavenworth/Lansing area. We go the always are willing to go the extra mile to make sure that your customers and/or your employees have pristine, delicious ice each time they fill up their cups at your ice machine. Call to speak with one of our commercial ice machine and ice equipment experts today at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US BY EMAIL.

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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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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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January 12, 2019

Service and Repair For Restaurant Ice Machines

Restaurant week is here in Kansas City and it can be a stressful time for restaurant and bar owners as they welcome many new patrons into their establishments. The last thing they need to worry about is whether their ice machine and ice equipment is working properly and delivering quality, clear and clean ice and when they partner with Capital Equipment, they won’t have to.

Commercial Ice Machine Repair and Service in Kansas City

At Capital Equipment, we pride ourselves on being the Kansas City area’s experts at commercial and restaurant grade ice machines and ice equipment. From helping new restaurants and businesses get the right ice machines that will meet and exceed their needs through our commercial ice equipment sales, leasing and rental programs to providing responsive, professional ice machine repair, maintenance and service, Capital Equipment makes sure your ice machines are always running smooth and delivering crystal clear ice to your customers. For ice machine sales, leasing and rentals, Capital Equipment offers the top names in reliability for restaurant grade ice equipment like Scotsman, Ice-O-Matic, Hoshizaki, Manitowoc and ice merchandisers for businesses needing bagged ice storage.

Our staff will help make sure that the commercial ice machines we offer will not only meet your daily ice needs but also fit in your restaurant or business which is often overlooked when acquiring new ice equipment. For ice machine service, maintenance and repairs, Capital Equipment can quickly diagnose what is wrong with your commercial ice equipment and has the right parts to get it fixed quickly the first time. Our ice machine technicians are professional, courteous and most of all knowledgeable about how to effectively repair and service all types of commercial and restaurant grade ice machines and ice equipment. Capital Equipment can handle service and repairs like replacing broken or blocked water lines, adjusting temperatures and adding refrigerant to make sure your ice is delivered solid and clean, to making sure your commercial ice machines receive proper, routine maintenance, periodic cleaning and sanitation keeping your ice equipment in proper working order and increasing life and longevity of your current ice machines. At Capital Equipment, we are upfront, honest and fair to our customers and whether they need repair or service for their commercial ice equipment or need to upgrade or replace their existing ice machines, we will be there in the Kansas City area to help them through every step of the process. Call Capital Equipment for all of your commercial and restaurant ice machine and ice equipment needs in the greater Kansas City are at (913) 683-8975 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.

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October 30, 2018January 9, 2019

Kansas City’s Ice Machine Repair Experts

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When ice machines and ice equipment breaks down it can easily grind your business to a halt but the good news is that the repair and service experts at Capital Equipment can help in the Kansas City area. From routine maintenance and cleaning to repairs, service and parts for commercial ice machines and ice equipment, Capital Equipment can help keep your ice bins full of clean, clear ice when it matters most.

Commercial Ice Machine Repair, Service and Maintenance in Kansas City

There are plenty of things that can go wrong with ice machines and when they do break down, it is usually at the most inopportune times but the good news is that Capital Equipment can help you get your ice equipment back up and running with prompt, professional service and repair as well as preventative maintenance programs to help you avoid any “surprises” in the future. Whether you have clogged or broken water lines that slow down or halt ice making to changing filters and making temperature adjustments, Capital Equipment can help make sure your commercial ice machine and ice equipment produces clean, crystal clear and (most importantly) cold ice.

From routine maintenance to ice machine repair and service, Capital Equipment makes sure that you ice machines are making enough ice to serve your business’ needs. We repair, service and maintenance all major brands of commercial ice machines and can always get the right parts to get your ice equipment back up and making fresh, quality ice in no time in the Kansas City area. If for some reason your ice machine or equipment is beyond repair, we also offer leasing, sales and rentals, Capital Equipment can make sure the you have top of the line commercial ice equipment that meets your needs and delivers the right amount of ice. Capital Equipment is Kansas City’s ice machine repair, service and maintenance experts so if your ice equipment isn’t working quite right call one of our technicians today at (913) 683-8972 or CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US.

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