Our Commitment to Safety: IPIA Certified
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✅ What Does IPIA Certification Mean?
The IPIA seal isn’t just a badge — it’s a guarantee of purity, safety, and quality. As an IPIA-certified manufacturer, Gainesville Ice meets or exceeds all industry standards for:
Water Source Integrity
Ice is made only from sources tested and approved for human consumption.Sanitation & Hygiene Protocols
All equipment and facilities are cleaned, maintained, and monitored under strict schedules.Employee Safety Training
Our team is trained in food safety, handling, and contamination prevention.Packaging & Storage
Ice is packaged in sanitary, food-grade bags and stored at optimal temperatures until delivery. -
🧊 Why It Matters to You
Whether you're buying bagged ice for a convenience store, restaurant, special event, or co-packing program — you deserve to know it’s safe. IPIA-certified ice:
Contains no harmful contaminants
Is free from re-freezing or unsafe handling practices
Is routinely audited by third-party inspectors
Is traceable and produced under documented processes
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🔍 How to Check for Certified Ice
Look for the IPIA seal on our bags — your assurance that you're getting ice made with the highest standards in the industry. If it’s not sealed, it’s not safe.
“Ice is food.” — That’s the IPIA standard, and it’s one we proudly live by every day.
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📜 Need a Copy of Our Certification?
We're happy to provide documentation for any vendor, partner, or event organizer. Contact Us and we’ll send a digital copy of our current IPIA certificate.