The students will use the machine to learn about installation practice, electrics, health and safety and the safe handling of refrigerants.
Dennis Mason M.Inst.R., Lecturer in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning at Dudley College is delighted with the machine, saying: "Through their work on the Scotsman the students have really gained an understanding of the mechanics of an ice-making machine. Before we did a lot more theory work and worked on small components, which is all good and well but there's nothing like practical, hands-on experience to aid learning. The donation of this machine by Hubbard Ice has been a godsend"
Mr Mason believes that training young people in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineering is of the utmost importance. He says that: "It is essential young people are encouraged to train in this specialist trade in order to maintain a high level of skilled workers.
"Without regular maintenance ice making machines will not only become unhygienic but can also become less effective and less energy efficient, thus being more harmful to the environment."
Scotsman machines are designed for ease of use and maintenance, and in keeping with the ethos of total perfection of service, Hubbard Ice Systems offer full hygiene training and support for users of Scotsman machines in order to maintain the highest quality of ice between servicing. In fact, Scotsman gourmet supercubes are chosen by the Diageo ESP (Every Serve Perfect) Team for the perfect presentation of their premium brands, maximising sales through repeat purchase.
Scotsman ice-making machines are also remarkably energy efficient. The day-to-day running costs of the machines offer the potential for significant savings with the benefit of a notably lower carbon footprint. The requirement for better quality, fresher ice in larger volumes at the point of sale has become more and more important with the continued success of the Magners effect, driving a premium market by encouraging consumers to serve Cider and Perry over ice. 
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