Follett Ice Machines is an ice-making and ice-handling equipment manufacturer committed to innovation, reliability, efficiency, and sustainability. Follett was founded in 1948 by Roy Follet and Henry Korber in New York. Follett Ice is located in Easton, PA, and provides "innovative solutions inspired by ice" for operators in diverse sectors, including foodservice, healthcare, and workplaces. Follett Products, LLC makes Follett ice machines; it operates as an independent brand under the international foodservice equipment leader Middleby Corporation. The company's globally distributed product line includes commercial ice makers, dispensers, ice storage & transport solutions, and related equipment.
Follett Ice manufactures top-mount ice maker heads compatible with most Follett ice bins and dispensers. Condenser configuration options include self-contained air and water-cooled or remote air-cooled. Follett Ice Machines' signature ChewbletĀ® ice ā soft, nugget-shaped for ultimate chewability ā is a crowd favorite, while flaked ice and other alternatives offer versatility. The Maestro Plus Series ice makers produce 425 lb (192.77 kg) per hour. Horizon Elite Series machines' production capacity ranges from 759 lb (344.25 kg) to 2039 lb (924.94 kg).
Follett ice makers provide these capacities with energy-efficient designs that minimize operating costs. They promise 35 to 50 % less water consumption than comparable cube-ice machines. Follett's ice machines' semi-automatic sanitizing system and antimicrobial protection promote hygiene. They work silently and smartly with harvest assist and intelligent remote diagnostics technologies.
Follet ice machines work similarly to most commercial ice makers but have an advanced, multi-stage filtration system for cleaner and better-tasting ice. The freshwater that enters the machine goes through this water filter system. The most distinctive feature of Follet ice machines is their patented RIDE (Remote Ice Delivery) technology. It automatically transports ice through a tube up to 75 ft (22.86 m) away, offering great installation flexibility and improving sanitation.
Follet ice & water dispensers offer a hygienic and convenient solution for keeping your customers and staff hydrated and happy. Choose from space-saving countertops, undercounters, wall-mounted designs, or high-capacity freestanding models, each available as ice and water or ice-only options. Features like touchless sensors and antimicrobial protection maintain cleanliness, while self-cleaning cycles minimize maintenance. LED indicators and easy-to-use controls enhance user-friendliness. The series in the lineup and capacities are:
Follett's ice and beverage dispensers serve delicious ChewbletĀ® ice and chilled beverages in one stylish package. These compact, low-profile dispensers have an ice storage unit under the counter, creating a sleek and clutter-free fountain station. The 29.50-in (74.93 cm) unit easily fits under ADA-compliant 34-in (86.36 cm) counters. The available models offer 150-lb (68.04 kg) or 300-lb (136.08 kg) ice storage capacities and single or double-sided dispensing with 8, 10, or 12 valves on each side.
The lineup includes diverse ice storage and transport units, including compact scoop-operated Follet ice bins and heavy-duty mobile carts. Follett's signature ITSā¢ and Ice DevIceā¢ systems combine storage and transportation seamlessly, featuring insulated bins and mobile stands for easy movement. Purchase an Ice Proā¢ unit for your ice bagging applications.
When you pair a Follett ice machine with a Follett ice bin, you have a constant supply of fresh, clean ice. Choose from slope-front or upright models with various capacities and dispensing systems to match your ice volume requirements.
Follett Ice provides two main water filter system options: carbon and carbonless. They both effectively remove 99.9 % of all 0.5-micron or larger impurities and contaminants from your water, ensuring great-tasting ice every time. They filter up to 3,000 gal (11.34 l) of water at standard capacity and 15,000 gal (56.70 l) at high capacity.
Follet refrigerators are designed for medical applications, particularly in healthcare facilities like hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and pharmacies. They are primarily used for storing temperature-sensitive medications, vaccines, blood samples, and other medical supplies at the right temperature. The set temperature for a Follet refrigerator is 40Ā°F (4.44Ā°C) and adjustable between 36Ā°F and 50Ā°F (2.22Ā°C and 10Ā°C). Capacities span from 1 cu ft (28.32 L) to 5 cu ft (141.58 L) in compact countertops and undercounter units. The single or double-door full-size models accommodate 11.8 cu ft (333.94 L) to 45 cu ft (1274.26 L).
Follett offers medical-grade freezers designed for precise temperature control to keep medical products that require long-term sub-zero storage. Their powerful compressors ensure efficient cooling needed for ultra-low temperaturesāthe built-in audible and visual alarms alert staff of any temperature deviations or power outages. The temperature range on a Follett freezer is -20Ā°F to 0Ā°F (-28.89Ā°C to -17.78Ā°C). The countertop and undercounter models are available in internal volumes of 0.6 cu ft (16.99 L) to 5 cu ft (141.58 L). The single-door full-size units provide up to 24.6 cu ft (696.63 L) capacity.
Follett provides a 2-year warranty on parts and labor and a 5-year warranty on compressor parts for all its medical-grade refrigerators and freezers.
Follett's reach-in CO2 incubator boasts a generous 30.1 cu ft (852.60 L) capacity, perfect for spacious culturing needs in microbiological studies. It features an intuitive user interface with an 8-button softkey menu for programming and LED indicators for a clear view of operating functions. It comes equipped with standard remote alarm contacts for enhanced safety.
Follett manufactures a comprehensive line of parts and accessories to keep its ice machines, refrigerators, and freezers optimally. These include replacement parts like thermostats, filters, water pumps, or whole ice machine replacement kits. Accessories like ice scoops and sanitizers improve hygiene and proper ice handling. Evaporator kits, door gaskets, and shelves help optimize Follett's medical-grade refrigerators and freezers.
Follett manufactures for foodservice businesses, healthcare facilities, workplaces, and laboratories.
Foodservice is the primary industry Follett Ice Machines serves with ice maker heads, ice and water dispensers, beverage dispensers, and ice storage and transport systems. These products cater to restaurants, hotels, supermarkets, convenience stores, caterers, and sports and recreation venues that require reliable and efficient ice production and dispensing.
Follett's refrigerators and freezers for medical applications provide precise temperature control, advanced security features, and sanitary designs. They are ideal for storing temperature-sensitive products, such as medications, vaccines, blood samples, or breast milk, in pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, disease control & prevention centers, and blood banks.
Follett's ice and water dispensers provide employees a convenient and healthy way to stay hydrated and refreshed. The brand's unique Chewblet ice adds a fun, chewable texture to water, and the dispenser allows quick preparation of iced coffee, tea, or any other favorite cold drink in an office or breakroom.
Follett's CO2 incubators serve laboratories performing large-scale cell cultures, microbiological studies, and work requiring extensive cell culture equipment. The medical-grade refrigerators and freezers supply the ideal storage environment for samples used in medical research.