Ice-ssential Equipment for Clinics
Hubbard Ice Systems, the sole UK distributor of Scotsman ice machines, understands how the healing properties of ice can be used to ensure your patients get the best treatment and with up to 30% off list prices during May and June Scotsman ice machines provide an even more cost-effective way to deliver an enhanced health experience.
Scotsman ice flakers are the ice machine of choice for clinics, NHS theatres and laboratories, producing hygienic ice for a wide range of medical uses from surgical and cosmetic procedures to physiotherapy and rehabilitation, offering convenient, fast and efficient cooling, pain relief and pain control.
For Clinicians, Physiotherapists and Healthcare Professionals flake ice is especially useful as it has the advantage of being easily moulded to the contours of the body and ideal for use in ice packs. This is particularly important where acute injury or surgical procedure can cause an inflammatory response.
Ice offers immediate pain relief and its use in the first 48 hours of soft tissue damage reduces inflammation by decreasing tissue temperature, which in turn reduces muscle spasm and diminishes pain as well as significantly reducing recovery time, providing the early base for complete recovery.
Ice treatment is equally beneficial in later rehabilitation. After the first 48 hours when bleeding should have stopped the aim of treatment changes from restricting bleeding and swelling to getting the tissues re-mobilised with exercise and stretching. Ice helps in the rehabilitation phase by reducing pain and muscle spasm and allowing better movement. Ice can be used during exercises or immediately before, so the area is still numb.
In a variety of output sizes to suit all needs, with storage capacities from 3.5 Kg to 70 Kg, Scotsman ice maker options range from hygienic self-service ice and water dispensers to self-contained storage or modular production units with separate storage bins.
For surgical use Hubbard Ice recommends the Scotsman AF range of Flake Ice machines, ideal for procedures where ice is required to regulate the temperature of fluids in intravenous tubing and equally as useful for post-procedure, topical pain relief.
The machines can be sited in the main operating theatre so that fresh ice is available on demand. Scotsman AF machines produce up to 200kg in a 24-hour period with storage capacities of up to 70kg (the AF 30).
Chris Davis, Commercial Director of Hubbard Ice Systems says: "There really is an ice solution to meet every budget and Hubbard Ice Systems can provide ice flakers that are compact, automatic and need little maintenance, delivering pure flake ice as and when you need it. Another important application is direct patient use and Scotsman provides a range of hands-free ice and water dispensers that meet the requirements of infection prevention and control and are ideal for use in the waiting room."
The Scotsman TC 180 dispenses ice and chilled water through automatic 'Magic Eye' or Twin Push Button systems. These compact, no-manipulation machines prevent any potential sanitary hazards and produce up to 150kg of ice every 24 hours. Their easy-clean rounded corners, removable dispensing chute for sanitising and electronic controls deliver ultra-reliable and hygienic performance.
The free-standing Scotsman CD 40 Ice Station also utilises hygienic hands-free operation and produces up to 34kg per day. Its small footprint and simple lines make it ideal for use in public waiting areas.
So to enhance your patient experience by adding ice to the mix and to take advantage of significant savings of up to 30% off list prices during May and June, which includes 2-year parts, labour warranty and mainland UK delivery, Hubbard Ice Systems can be contacted on 01473 890129. Leasing service available.
