Ice Cream Dipper Well Functionality
The dipper well is a small countertop sink with constant water flow to clean utensils like ice cream scoops.
Dipped Ice Cream Process
When icy soft-serve ice cream is dipped into coconut oil, the oil forms a 1-2mm shell. In about 30 seconds, the contracting power of cold makes the shell brittle or cracked, which the public enjoys.
Dipper Well Features
- The unique, non-stick ice cream dipper easily scoops hard ice cream and other frozen treats.
- A dipper well is a deep basin with a spigot. Water flows in and drains out, washing off utensils placed underneath. This saves workers’ time compared to running items to the sink repeatedly.
Hot or Cold Water Usage in Dipper Well
Most dipper wells have a single spigot and valve to control hot or cold water flow into the receiving well. The constant water flow reduces bacterial growth. Dipper wells use 30-60 gallons of water per hour and run continuously. The potential for increased sanitation offsets concerns about water waste.
Dipper Wells
Dipper wells have been used in pharmacological experiments but criticized for water waste. Most health regulations do not prohibit or mandate them due to counterbalancing increased sanitation.