Follett IU-0345-ANvsIce-O-Matic GEM0450A90
Side-by-side ice machine comparison
Follett IU-0345-AN
Harvest Rate
309lb/day
Energy Use
6.56kWh/100 lb
Water Use
12gal/100 lb
Refrigerant
R-290
GWP 3 · Lower
Ice-O-Matic GEM0450A90
Harvest Rate
303lb/day
Energy Use
4.63kWh/100 lb
Water Use
12gal/100 lb
Refrigerant
R-290
GWP 3 · Lower
Key differences
Ice-O-Matic GEM0450A90 is 29% more efficient at 4.63 kWh/100 lb versus 6.56 kWh/100 lb for the Follett IU-0345-AN. The Follett IU-0345-AN is larger at 309 lb/day versus 303 lb/day. Overall, the Follett IU-0345-AN sits higher in the category, ranking above 45% of certified commercial ice machines.
Production
| Spec | Follett | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|---|
| Harvest Rate(lb/day) | 309 | 303 |
| Ice Type | Continuous | Continuous |
| Equipment Type | Self Contained Unit | Ice Making Head |
| Ice Hardness Factor | 0.91 | 75 |
Efficiency
| Spec | Follett | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Use(kWh/100 lb) | 6.56 | 4.63 |
| Potable Water Use(gal/100 lb) | 12 | 12 |
Refrigerant
| Spec | Follett | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|---|
| Type | R-290 | R-290 |
| GWP Rating | R-290 (GWP:3 | Lower GWP) | R-290 (GWP:3 | Lower GWP) |
Connectivity
| Spec | Follett | Ice-O-Matic |
|---|---|---|
| Connected | No | No |