A new ice re-surfacing invention, created by a Wisconsin man, may threaten the game of hockey as we know it. Zamboni drivers everywhere should be shaking in their boots. The contraption is called ...

How the Zamboni Revolutionized Fun on the Ice The story behind the most efficient—and intriguing—piece of hardware in all of sports. Nick Yetto - History Correspondent. November 2023.

And usually, the work has to be speedy. In the 15-minute intervals between hockey periods, a Zamboni picks up about 1,500 pounds of ice shavings and leaves behind about 1,200 pounds of water.

The Zamboni descendants said they also are excited to be carrying on a family tradition. They grew up as “rink rats” in Paramount, Calif., where grandfather Frank Zamboni built his first ice ...

Donnie Horne has operated the Zamboni for The Pavilion ice rink since Bend Park & Recreation District first opened the center in 2015. Skip to Article. Set weather. Back To Main Menu Close.

Pininfarina pens a Zamboni as smooth as ice. By Jonathon Ramsey. Oct 30, 2023 6:18 PM EDT ...

The Zamboni machine resurfaces the ice during the Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympic Games, at the Gangneung Ice Arena in Gangneung on February 10, 2018. MLADEN ANTONOV/AFP/Getty Images.

The first Zamboni was invented in 1949 by American Frank J. Zamboni. Mr. Zamboni worked on machinery for many different industries, including cars, refrigerators, ice makers, and others.

To the uninitiated, a Zamboni is: A brand of noodle. B. – An Italian ice cream. C. – One of those cartoon characters on pro wrestling. D. – None of the above. To the initiated, it… ...