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NEW ICE AGE TO HIT SPARTANBURG Spartanburg Water System Setting Up Clean, Green Ice
Machines April 22, 2008 – (Spartanburg, SC) – It’s not the latest
animated movie or an extreme drop in temperature, but something new is on
the horizon for Spartanburg and the surrounding area. The Spartanburg Water System (SWS) will
soon be delivering its product in a new form – frozen. SWS is getting
into the ice business as a natural extension of its role of water provider
to the region. SWS is investing in “ice houses” that will provide
freshly made, bagged ice for emergency, recreational, and household use. Sue G. Schneider, General Manager
of SWS, notes, “This is an innovative way to offset some of our
operational costs. We’re just selling the water that we already produce
at a lower temperature. We expect that the program will actually help
balance the rising costs of providing clean, safe water. The bonus for
our community is access to ice day or night, similar to the convenience
of an ATM, and it isn’t trucked in from some other part of the country.” On April 28th, three ice houses will be set up around The ice itself is chipped, not frozen into one mass,
and comes in a 16-lb bag or in 20-lb bulk form. The bulk form provides
the option of directly filling a cooler or other container, which is
ideal for an outing at the lake or a family picnic. The price for a 16-lb
bag or 20-lb in bulk will be $ 1.50. The cost of a typical bag of ice in
the “The whole idea behind bagged ice is convenience. SWS
is making it even more convenient and less expensive. We know that not
everyone has an ice maker in their home. Or maybe they just need a large
quantity,” Schneider adds. “Just
as important to us though are the clean and green factors. This ice is
never touched by human hands until it gets to the end user. Also, it’s
made from locally produced water, so users can be assured of the source
and feel good knowing that their ice didn’t burn more fuel or put more
trucks on the road.” Beyond recreational uses, the ice will also come in handy
during natural disasters or for emergency responders or construction
crews working in the heat. Around the house, it can help keep drinks cold
and food preserved. In an emergency, the ice can even be used to help
lower a high temperature. And all of this comes with vending machine
convenience, ready when needed. The
mission of Spartanburg Water is to provide high quality water and
wastewater services to the Spartanburg region in a reliable manner. SWS is
proudly committed to protecting public health, being good stewards of the
environment, and supporting the community’s desired quality of life. An
Award Winning Utility! |
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