Dayton Ohio: Quick release ice cube tray invented here

Dayton, Ohio has been the home to many inventions over the years. I bet you didn’t know the quick release ice cube tray was invented right here! Prior to 1959 you had to wrestle frozen cubes out of the tray or at least run hot water over it to free them up. This frustrated Arthur Frei, a local Dayton inventor. 

He devised a lever that allows a single strong tug to break loose the frozen cool stuff.  A simple design yet effective and it revolutionized the way people made ice.  Arthur turned his frustration into innovation and provided yet another patent that came out of the Dayton area.  As a local Realtor here, I enjoy sharing the rich history of Dayton with those considering it home.