Scotsman Meridian HID312A-1 Air Cooled Touchless Ice Dispenser

Maintaining a safe, sanitary ice supply is more important now than ever. The Scotsman Meridian HID312A-1 air cooled touchless ice dispenser’s design helps reduce the risk of accidental contamination of your ice supply. This model produces up to 260 lbs of ice a day. This dispenser features a touchless interface which helps to limit accidental contaminations form handling ice by hand. This model is the ultimate space-saving option, measuring only 16” wide and is 35“ tall. The HID312W-1 features 12 lbs of storage capacity.

The Scotsman HID312A-1 dispenses ice directly into drinkware without having to use an ice scoop or press a button to activate. This design limits the transfer of contaminants since users never have to touch a surface. This model is an excellent option for healthcare clinics looking to reduce hospital acquires infections stemming from high-use appliances. The HID312W-1 includes Antimicrobial AquaArmor with AgION™ molded into the unit which inhibit bacterial growth inside the ice machine.

The Scotsman HID312A-1 produces soft, chewable nugget ice, which was designed with hospitals and schools in mind. The cubes allow people to chew ice safely – a great option for patients who have a hard time a swallowing liquid. The cubes also mold around knees and elbows, creating a more even cooling surface to treat injuries. Nugget ice has expanded into the food industry since it’s soft and chewable texture has become a favorite in sugary drinks and sodas.