US Hospital Ice Machines: Biofilm Purged in 3 Weeks

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Key results
112 machines upgraded
3 week biofilm purge
10+ months low fouling

Case Study from HydroFLOW USA

The Challenge

  • 112 ice machines across facility
  • Cleaning required every 3–4 months
  • Biofilm buildup inside machines
  • Legionella risk in water system

The Solution

One HydroFLOW® S38 was installed in July 2022 on the water line feeding an ice machine, ahead of rollout across all 112 machines. Treatment reduces biofilm buildup, flushing hidden biofilm previous cleaning didn’t remove and extending cleaning intervals.

Key Outcomes

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Significant hidden biofilm released within 3 weeks

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Cleaning intervals extended beyond 3–4 months

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Very little fouling observed over 10 months

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Installed across all 112 ice machines

Independent Verification

All results in this study were measured and verified by third-party facilities managers and technical staff.

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