has commissioned a new ice packaging machine capable of filling 30 bags of ice per minute. The machine bags the ice, combines six bags of ice into a carry-bag for transport, then stacks the carry ...

That may not sound like a big deal, but after we tried more than a dozen portable ice makers, it made a huge difference in a machine's overall convenience. You're more likely to use a countertop ...

This model produces clear ice—which keeps carbonated drinks fizzy for longer—in much bigger batches than our other picks. But the machine takes up more space. Nugget ice has a cult following ...

The inside of a Taylor C709 ice cream machine, as seen from the back with the cover over the electronics removed. (Credit: iFixit) Raising a likely somewhat contentious topic, iFixit and Public ...

Quality King Distributors has grown from a small shop in Queens, New York to a large distributor of pharmaceuticals and health and beauty care products. The company re-imports exported U.S ...

This is more than enough for households with four to six people, assuming there are no major ice demands (like a party). Larger households or offices may appreciate a more productive machine that ...

Homemade ice cream can be made without an ice cream machine, but there is a wide variety of machines available. Some freeze and churn the mixture outside the freezer, while others need to be ...

Why is Flying Scotsman so famous? In 1862, when the East Coast route to Scotland was still young, Walter Leith of the Great Northern Railway had an idea. Why not run a through train from London to ...

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Our pick remains the same. September 2023 Novelty ice cube trays are cool (forgive the pun). But a decent basic ice cube tray—the kind that doesn’t dribble, crack, or cling to the ice—can ...

It might be tempting to get a coffee shop from your local cafe or Starbucks, but if you're looking to stick to a budget, an espresso machine can be a great investment. The best espresso machines ...

Julia Skinner is a food historian, educator, and founder of Root, an Atlanta-based company focused on fermentation and bringing historic food to the modern world. She has published several books ...