One thing that every foodservice operation relies on is ice. Ice is a fundamental must-have when it comes to the stepping stones of service. Unless asked otherwise, customers expect their drink orders to have the cooling cubes when they take that first refreshing sip.
Unfortunately, the basic standards of scooping ice into cups don't quite cut it these days. With businesses moving towards fully opening back up and welcoming guests indoors, limiting human contact is at an all-time high. Not only has everyone spent the last 14 months practicing social distancing measures, but the way we serve menu favorites is forever changed. So what can you do to incorporate safer equipment that provides you with reduced opportunities for cross-contamination?
MEET THE FOLLETT ICE DEVICE
Follett's new Ice DevIce is more than your average storage bin. The bin can hold between 460 lbs to 4,640 lbs of ice and makes dispensing ice accessible without the need to scoop and carry it. Perfect for stadiums, arenas, catering events, and any business that needs large quantities of ice, the DevIce gets the job done.
Elevated storage bins allow gravity to do what it does best as it moves ice through a chute up to 7 times faster than dispensing with a scoop. A built-in ice shield controls the direction of flow and assists in preventing spills. The Ice DevIce is built with a corrosion-resistant poly bin liner so that you can rely on the machine to steadily work without the fear of needing replacement in a few months. Lastly, the first ice in is the first ice out, providing consumers with fresher ice in comparison to other ice machines.
DESIGNED FOR YOUR TRANSPORTING NEEDS
Paired with SmartCART75 or SmartCART125, you can efficiently fill a bin with the allotted amount of ice and maneuver it through doorways, around corners and tables, and take it wherever it's needed. The SmartCarts options provide you with convenience as well as leverage when it comes to transportation. The SmartCart bins allow you to meet expectations with a seamless workflow experience.
Operators can now worry less about potential contaminants with quick seal lids. Using a shoot, the ice in the DevIce Gravity falls directly from the dispenser into the bin, allowing you to roll it away and close it without ever having to physically scoop or handle it. This makes the process of loading and maneuvering seem as if it's almost automated.
Additionally, Follett's Ice DevIce Gravity is designed to take up minimal space. It's built higher to preserve flooring for other equipment, while still ensuring you always have access to large quantities of ice as needed. The machine is suitable for most types of ice, but not compatible with flake ice. Never worry again about whether or not you can comfortably and easily prepare bins of ice to meet consumer demand.
