Don Stevens is excited to announce the 2026 Manitowoc Service Schools, coming to multiple locations across the Midwest. Led by Manitowoc’s Regional Service Manager, these hands-on training sessions are designed to help foodservice technicians strengthen their knowledge of Indigo® NXT®, NEO®, and Koolaire® ice machines—covering everything from operation to troubleshooting. View upcoming dates and register through our new Training & Events Calendar.

If your Manitowoc Legacy Indigo ice machine skips the freeze cycle and goes straight into harvest, you’re dealing with a common issue known as Premature Harvest. In this quick Manitowoc Tech Tip video, the Manitowoc Ice team shows you how to pinpoint the real cause—from testing the water level probe inputs to verifying the control board—so you can fix the issue fast and get your ice production back on track.

When your Manitowoc Indigo® or Indigo® NXT ice machine goes into Safe Mode, it’s trying to tell you something. In this quick Manitowoc Tech Tip video, Technical Trainer Josh Klepadlo explains what triggers Safe Mode, how it protects your machine, and the steps to diagnose common faults—so you can get your ice production back on track fast.

Leaks happen—but they don’t have to. In this quick Manitowoc Ice Tech Tip, Technical Trainer Josh Klepadlo walks through how to identify and fix water leaks from countertop nugget and water dispensers, plus tips to prevent future issues.

Clean coffee machines are the foundation of a successful beverage program. In this post, Don Stevens explores common cleaning challenges in foodservice, real-life consequences of neglect, and how Franke Coffee Systems offers smart solutions to keep operations running smoothly.

The Don Stevens team proudly supported the 39th Annual Toby Tournament as an event sponsor. Held at Mendakota Country Club, the tournament raises scholarship funds for hospitality students while bringing industry professionals together for a day of golf, networking, and friendly competition. This year, we added some extra fun with our custom game, Manitowoc Ice Breakers, at our sponsored hole.

Effective May 1, 2021, Stevens Equipment Supply’s Commercial Foodservice Equipment division has been acquired by Stevens Management Group, now rebranded as Don Stevens, LLC. This strategic move ensures dedicated service for commercial foodservice customers, led by an experienced team and supported by a 60-year legacy.