Hoshizaki is excited to meet with customers and talk about its advanced refrigeration and ice equipment at two major events this July: Booth #2151 at the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference (ANC) and Booth #914 at the National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS) 2024 National Conference.
Held at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center from July 14 to July 16, the ANC is the premier event for school nutrition program operators, industry partners, and allied organizations. Just a few days later, from July 18 to July 19, the NACUFS conference at the Kentucky International Convention Center will offer valuable learning sessions, edutours, and networking opportunities for campus dining professionals.
Hoshizaki is renowned for providing reliable ice machines, dispensers, refrigerators, and freezers specifically designed for K-12 schools, colleges, universities, and similar institutions. Their products are ideal for cafeterias, break rooms, student kitchens, and clinics, ensuring reliability and efficiency in educational settings.
Schools and universities often face significant challenges with their ice and refrigeration equipment, including frequent maintenance issues, high service costs, and concerns over sanitation and cross-contamination. Equipment malfunctions can disrupt daily operations, affecting food quality and safety, and creating stressful environments for both staff and students. This is particularly problematic during high-demand periods such as lunch breaks, sporting events, and after-school activities, where dependable ice and refrigeration are essential.
Hoshizaki ice machines are a staple in educational institutions, providing students, faculty, and staff with popular, chewable cubelet ice, gourmet top hat ice, and crystal-clear crescent ice. Their dispensers, available for cubelet and crescent ice, come in various sizes and are available in push-button or hands-free options, significantly reducing the risk of cross-contamination. These versatile machines ensure that everyone in the school or university can enjoy fresh, high-quality ice conveniently and safely.
Their refrigeration products range from upright and undercounter models to worktop and prep table refrigerators and merchandisers, catering to all refrigeration storage needs in educational settings. Each product is designed with efficiency and reliability in mind, ensuring optimal performance in demanding environments.
Hoshizaki products offer numerous features and benefits designed for optimal performance, efficiency, and a safer environment. The optical sensors in the OptiServe technology ensures hands-free operation, eliminating cross-contamination risks with touchless ice and water dispensing, which is crucial for maintaining a healthy environment in schools.
Hoshizaki’s advanced technology significantly reduces service and maintenance expenses, providing long-term savings for educational institutions. The KM Cubers, equipped with CYCLESAVER and CleanCycle™ technology, produce comparable quantities of ice in half the cycles, making them more efficient and with a longer product life The CleanCycle™ feature on cubelet and flaker ice machines performs a two-second rinse every hour, reducing harmful mineral buildup and minimizing service and maintenance costs.
Additionally, the Steelheart Uprights come with a Thermostatic Expansion Valve that responds to peak times or product overload, ensuring consistent performance and reliability, which is essential for the demanding environments of schools and universities. The stainless steel construction is corrosion-resistant, easy to clean, and durable, ensuring optimal cleanliness and long life for Steelheart products. Their prep tables are designed to accommodate after-market food guards, protecting from germ contact and ensuring a safer food preparation environment.
Hoshizaki is widely recognized as a leader in the industry, thanks to their unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction and innovative product design. Their focus is on solving everyday challenges and simplifying the lives of users. Many Hoshizaki products tailored for educational institutions are ENERGY STAR® certified, underscoring their commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability.
This certification ensures that schools and universities can benefit from reduced energy consumption and lower operating costs while contributing to environmental conservation efforts. Their dedication to sustainability is evident in the use of eco-friendly R290 refrigerant in many of their products. Additionally, Hoshizaki’s Steelheart® line comes with a comprehensive warranty, providing peace of mind with coverage of five years on labor, six years on parts, and seven years on compressors.
Visit Hoshizaki at SNA/ANC, booth #2151 in Boston and NACUFS at booth #914 in Kentucky to see their innovative solutions firsthand. Discover how their reliable, efficient, and environmentally friendly ice machines, dispensers, and refrigeration products can transform your foodservice operations in educational institutions.
For more information, visit www.hoshizakiamerica.com/education
