It's easy to overlook the role ice plays in your community. But when you need it for beverages, buffet lines or even physical therapy, you want to make sure you have a commercial ice machine that's up to the challenge. When you're shopping for an ice machine, it's important to choose one that will not only keep up with the demand for the cool commodity but will also create the best type of ice for its intended application. Ice cubes are by far the most common shape to find for ice. The cube is just right for any drink, and the shape is very popular at any establishment that serves drinks, such as convenience stores, restaurants, and bars. Full-cubed ice comes in pretty large cubes that help drinks to cool quickly. They are slow to melt, too, which makes them an ideal choice for the foodservice industry. They are also great to use in bulk for cooling or bagging purposes.