Hoshizaki Ice Bin

Hoshizaki Ice Storage Bins: What You Need to Know

A Hoshizaki ice bin is available for any Hoshizaki cuber, flaker, or nugget ice machine, and they're available in two styles. Those with a PVC-coated, galvanized steel finish are affordable, attractive, and easy to keep clean. Hoshizaki's most rugged line of bins features a fully stainless steel exterior, which provides the ultimate damage resistance. Their slanted-front ice bins are compact and easy to access, while upright bins provide first-in, first-out ice rotation and a viewing window.

Common Questions About Hoshizaki Ice Bins

What is a Hoshizaki ice machine bin used for?

Hoshizaki ice bins come in many sizes and styles to match the different ice machine heads available. While an ice maker makes ice, a bin stores the finished ice until it's needed. By choosing a sufficiently sized Hoshizaki ice storage bin, foodservice venues can ensure they have enough ice on hand to last through busy periods, when demand spikes to levels much higher than average.

What size of ice bin do I need?

Many ice bins hold more ice than the ice head's maximum output because demand for ice fluctuates from hour to hour and day to day. Additionally, many machines include a sensor installed in the bin to signal the machine when the bin is full and it's time to stop making ice. Because of these features, there is some leeway when it comes to choosing the best Hoshizaki bin for your needs.

To determine what size Hoshizaki ice bin is best for your establishment, determine the maximum amount of ice your machine produces each day, as well as the amount used during peak service times. You'll need to choose a model that can hold enough ice to meet demand during your busiest times of day and can hold at least as much ice as your machine produces each day, if not a bit more.

Above all, it's important to select a bin that fits snugly to the head without gaps. Any open spaces between the bin and head will allow warm air to enter the unit, melting the stored ice more quickly and causing the head to work harder. Adapter kits are available to help ensure a seamless connection between the machine and bin. Check the product details and documentation of your ice maker and bin to ensure they fit together before making a purchase.