Studies, reports and user assessments

STUDIES AND REPORTS

ON REALice®

Zurich Ice Rink Saves Up to 52% Energy with REALice Vortex Technology

In a pilot study at KEBO Oerlikon, Zurich’s regional rink cut energy consumption by up to 52% during ice-building using REALice. The technology also improved ice quality, reduced snow buildup, and delivered faster freezing — all without hot water.

University Study Confirms Vortex Water Tech Improves Conductivity & Heat Transfer

A study by the Eindhoven University of Technology revealed that vortex-treated water shows up to 17% lower viscosity, improved conductivity, and higher heat transfer capacity — confirming its value for sustainable, chemical-free applications.

Canada’s Ice Rinks Slash Energy Use with Vortex Resurfacing Tech

In a FortisBC-led study, 10 arenas across Canada trialed vortex-treated resurfacing water—cutting gas use by 79%, refrigeration energy by 29%, and maintaining top-tier ice quality, all while using 60°F water instead of 130°F.

Zurich Ice Rink Saves Up to 52% Energy with REALice Vortex Technology

In a pilot study at KEBO Oerlikon, Zurich’s regional rink cut energy consumption by up to 52% during ice-building using REALice. The technology also improved ...

University Study Confirms Vortex Water Tech Improves Conductivity & Heat Transfer

A study by the Eindhoven University of Technology revealed that vortex-treated water shows up to 17% lower viscosity, improved conductivity, and higher heat transfer capacity ...

Canada’s Ice Rinks Slash Energy Use with Vortex Resurfacing Tech

In a FortisBC-led study, 10 arenas across Canada trialed vortex-treated resurfacing water—cutting gas use by 79%, refrigeration energy by 29%, and maintaining top-tier ice quality, ...

ASSESSMENTS

Castleton University Saves Big on Energy with REALice and Boosts Ice Quality

By switching to REALice, Castleton’s Spartan Arena cut compressor runtime by 50%, eliminated boilers, and now saves up to $15,000 annually—while delivering stronger, faster ice with fewer impurities and no breakthrough incidents.

5 Years of REALice: Lower Energy, Better Ice at Fuller Lake Arena

At Fuller Lake Arena in BC, five years of using REALice brought unexpected savings and performance—cutting power costs, raising slab temps, and earning praise from skaters who didn’t even notice the switch to cold water resurfacing.

Castleton University Saves Big on Energy with REALice and Boosts Ice Quality

By switching to REALice, Castleton’s Spartan Arena cut compressor runtime by 50%, eliminated boilers, and now saves up to $15,000 annually—while delivering stronger, faster ice ...

5 Years of REALice: Lower Energy, Better Ice at Fuller Lake Arena

At Fuller Lake Arena in BC, five years of using REALice brought unexpected savings and performance—cutting power costs, raising slab temps, and earning praise from ...

ASSESSMENTS

REALice Cuts Costs and Carbon at Toronto’s George Bell Arena with Cold Water Resurfacing

With support from Enbridge Gas, George Bell Arena installed REALice and slashed gas and electricity usage—saving thousands per year while maintaining elite ice quality using cold water resurfacing.

REALice Cuts Costs and Carbon at Toronto’s George Bell Arena with Cold Water Resurfacing

With support from Enbridge Gas, George Bell Arena installed REALice and slashed gas and electricity usage—saving thousands per year while maintaining elite ice quality using ...

ICE QUALITY

Luleå Study Proves REALice Makes Stronger, More Efficient Ice with Larger Crystals

Southern California Edison’s Emerging Technologies Program validated that REALice-treated surfaces at three rinks produced harder, more uniform ice — meeting and exceeding quality benchmarks post-installation.