Approximately 150,000 new ice machines are sold every year, and most arrive on premises with no form of water treatment. In fact, of all ice machines needing repairs each year, 70 percent of the needs are usually water related. Ice machines are particularly susceptible to clogging, corrosion and scale deposits that occur from total dissolved solids, chemicals and minerals and need to be maintained to keep ice fresh and clear.
Water Usage in Dishwashers
Water usage in dishwashers is one of the highest wastes of water and energy in restaurant and hotel kitchens. It is estimated that they consume two-thirds of all water usage.
Dishwashers may use single or multiple washing tanks. Some types use hot water (high temp machines) or cleaning chemicals...