Zamboni’s are a vital asset of all sports on ice, especially hockey and figure skating. However, what do Zamboni’s really do? Zamboni is a brand, like calling a pop a Coke, or a bandage a Band-Aid.

Shelley Johnson looks like the panicked face emoji. Eyes as round as a full moon, sclera visible. Eyebrows aiming to introduce themselves to her hairline. A mouth as open as an ill-fated opera singer.

SALT LAKE CITY — When you think of hockey, one name synonymous with excellence may come to mind: Zamboni. But what many Utahns might not know is that this iconic ice-resurfacing machine has roots ...