{"product_id":"scotsman-hid525wbx-1-meridian-ice-water-dispensers","title":"Scotsman  Meridian Ice \u0026 Water Dispensers - HID525WBX-1","description":"\u003ch2\u003eScotsman  Meridian Ice \u0026amp; Water Dispensers - HID525WBX-1\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScotsman Meridian HID525WBX-1: High-capacity nugget ice \u0026amp; SmoothStream water dispenser, stainless steel, 500 lb\/day, NSF-grade reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t74wi0\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"298\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"298\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"75\"\u003ePremium commercial ice \u0026amp; water dispensing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"113\"\u003eScotsman Meridian HID525WBX‑1\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers \u003cstrong data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"169\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003econsistent ice and chilled water on demand\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"297\"\u003erestaurants, hotels, casinos, corporate break rooms, healthcare facilities, and high‑traffic self‑serve stations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nba7n4\" data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"477\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"477\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"336\"\u003eReliable clear ice production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"373\"\u003ecrystal‑clear ice cubes\u003c\/strong\u003e that enhance beverage presentation and customer satisfaction in any hospitality or service environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fk2vx7\" data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"648\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"648\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eUser‑friendly operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eIntuitive controls, LED indicators, and ergonomic dispensing area\u003c\/strong\u003e make it easy for both staff and guests to use with minimal training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"l5vnpo\" data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"836\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"836\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eHygiene‑focused design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built with \u003cstrong data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"763\"\u003eeasy‑to‑clean surfaces, removable components, and effective drainage\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping maintain high sanitation standards in busy commercial settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mlty13\" data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"997\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eDurable build quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed with \u003cstrong data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"942\"\u003estainless‑steel accents and robust internal components\u003c\/strong\u003e for reliable long‑term service even under heavy usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ahl0e2\" data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eEnergy \u0026amp; 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