How do Predators install ice at Bridgestone Arena? An inside look at the process
Nigel Schnarr, the Nashville Predators' senior director of facility operations, explains the process of installing ice at Bridgestone Arena.
Nashville Predators senior director of facility operations Nigel Schnarr explained the painstaking process of installing ice at Bridgestone Arena during an unusually hot week. Despite the heat advisory, Schnarr and his crew managed to achieve a temperature of 14 degrees for the ice. The process involved 20,000 gallons of water, 600 gallons of paint, and around-the-clock labor over several days.
The ice sheet must be 1⅜ to 1½ inches thick and kept at a temperature of 20-22 degrees for optimal performance. Snarr, who has been in his role for 13 years, takes pride in ensuring the ice is in perfect condition for the players, often seeking feedback from them on its condition.
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