Keep water and ice at your fingertips with the NewAir AI-400SB Ice Maker and Water Dispenser

Studies have shown that nearly 80% of Americans walk around dehydrated. Many of us drink too much coffee, soda, or caffeinated energy drinks, and this can cause our bodies to lose water. This is cause for concern because water is necessary for our bodies to digest and absorb vitamins and nutrients. In addition, the water detoxifies the liver and kidneys, and also removes waste from the body.

There are also several other benefits of keeping your body well hydrated by drinking plenty of water, and a steady dose of 8 glasses per day (or half your body weight in ounces) can increase your mental clarity, improve your energy, keep your skin healthy, and allow proper digestion. Also, if you’re trying to lose weight, water has been shown to be a natural appetite suppressant, and many doctors note that people often mistake hunger for thirst.

Therefore, we should all strive to increase our fluid intake. Bottled water is a great way to ensure proper hydration, but over time, this can get costly. For homes or offices, renting or buying your own personal water cooler can be a cheaper way to quench your thirst.

rent a cooler
In the past, water coolers were wall mounted and provided unfiltered water from a municipal water source. However, modern refrigerators and dispensers now feature purified water that is often delivered to a location on a regular basis with empty bottles removed. This water is then dispensed through a free-standing cooler, and rental fees can run anywhere from $5 to $20 per month, depending on how much water you receive and the type of dispenser you choose.

The obvious benefit of renting a dispenser or cooler is regular fresh water delivery, and many companies offer cooler maintenance as well. Therefore, if your chiller is not working properly, the repairs will most likely be done for you by the company that distributes your water and chiller. If you choose this method to purchase your water and cooler, be sure to ask what is included in the monthly fee, as well as the following questions:

1. What is the charge for the delivery of water beyond the regular amount?
2. Is damage included and will the cooler be replaced free of charge?
3. Is there a fee associated with service cancellation?
4. Does the company offer a discount for supplying your own refrigeration station and only receiving the water?

Water dispenser and ice maker NewAir AI-400SB
For those who wish to purchase their own dispenser rather than rent one, there are many options available, ranging from the most basic models that simply dispense room temperature water to models with advanced features such as ice machines. Our products were able to test one such model: the New Air AI-400SB water dispenser. This sleek and compact appliance not only offered hot and cold water, but also had the capacity to produce up to 28 pounds of ice per day. No water lines or drains were needed as this dispenser was compatible with 3 or 5 gallon bottles that could be purchased at a retail store or delivered to a business as noted above.

In addition to its convenient ice-making capability, the AI-400SB ice maker could also dispense hot or room temperature water, and its hot water safety guard prevented burns. LED indicator lights made this unit extremely easy to use, and a low water safety device ensured proper use. Although this unit retailed for just over $300, when comparing rental costs and the different features this unit has to offer, over time our product team has been well worth the price.