When your project is funded through federal programs, choosing the right equipment matters more than ever. The Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act requires that key products used in federally supported construction—such as ice machines and food-service equipment—are manufactured in the United States. This includes meeting domestic-content standards, which require that more than 55% of the components in a manufactured product come from U.S. sources. For customers working on schools, hospitals, correctional kitchens, and other public-use facilities, selecting BABA-compliant ice machines helps ensure smoother approvals, reduced project delays, and full alignment with federal procurement rules.

BABA applies broadly to infrastructure projects, a category defined by the federal government to include not just roads and bridges but also buildings, utilities, commercial kitchens, and other facilities where equipment—like ice machines—is permanently installed. By choosing equipment that meets BABA requirements, you support American manufacturing, strengthen domestic supply chains, and help your project remain eligible for funding. Our curated list of solutions makes compliance simple—so you can move forward with confidence.