Foodservice Equipment & Supplies articles from August 2008

Foodservice Equipment & Supplies archives from August 2008

Dealing with Current Times.
August 1, 2008... Juan Martinez, PhD, PE Principal, Profitality Miami Economic metrics point to a restaurant industry slowdown, resulting in lower sales, new unit growth and equipment purchases. Along with increases in food, labor and other...

Terry Grove.(Interview)
August 1, 2008... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor TriMark Gill Marketing, San Antonio Not many people stay at the same company, or even in the same industry, throughout their career anymore. For this reason, Terry Grove represents an anomaly in...

DSR of the Year: Diamond in the Rough.
August 1, 2008... By Amelia Levin, Sr. Associate Editor How can you possibly describe Zena? She's -- indescribable," says Missy Dickinson, director of operations for the Carino's Italian Grill restaurant chain and close friend to Zena Dater, of Oswalt...

Hospital Food Goes High End.(Company overview)
August 1, 2008... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor Upscale offerings, grab 'n go meals and catering are becoming more prevalent, propelling retail hospital food to the next level. There's no doubt that retail foodservice programs in hospitals cater to...

Fundamentally Sound.(Editorial)
August 1, 2008... Joseph M. Carbonara, Editor in Chief Economists across the land continue to debate whether the United States is in a recession. The optimists in this group cling to the textbook definition of a recession, pointing out that the economy has...

Wildcat Cafe & Marketplace & Rade Dining Hall at Saint Ignatius High School, Cleveland.
August 1, 2008... By Donna Boss, Contributing Editor A new servery and kitchen and renovated dining hall bring the foodservice at this private boys school into the 21st century. A combination of preparation in the back and front of the house allows...

Foodservice E&S Update: Weathering the Storm.
August 1, 2008... By Joseph Carbonara, Editor in Chief Despite a rather volatile overall economic picture, the foodservice industry continues to hang tough -- so far. With the palpable gloom and doom about the U.S. and global economies, individual...

Waste Management Sparks New Conversations.
August 1, 2008... By Amelia Levin, Sr. Associate Editor A couple years ago, talk in the food industry began to circulate heavily around the idea of sustainable food and bringing the "farm" back to the "table." Last year, energy-efficient equipment and...

Ball Joins Enodis as VP Business Development.(Dennis Ball)(Brief article)
August 1, 2008... Staff Enodis USA announced that Dennis Ball has joined the team as vice president of business development for the United States. In his position Ball will focus on building relationships with the consultant community throughout the...

Fast-Casual Chains Continue to Outperform, Survey Says.
August 1, 2008... Staff The Top 100 fast-casual chains continued to be the growth vehicle for the limited-service restaurant industry in 2007, and outperformed the restaurant industry as a whole, according to a study released by Chicago-based Technomic. The...

New CEO for Fazoli's.(chief executive officer Carl Howard)(Brief article)
August 1, 2008... Staff Fazoli's restaurants named Carl Howard chief executive officer, replacing Bob Weissmueller, who retired. Howard most recently served as president and CEO of Damon's International. Prior to Damon's, Howard led the growth efforts...

Consumers Preparing to Alter Dining Patterns.(Brief article)
August 1, 2008... Staff Price increases have become standard operating procedure in most any industry these days as businesses, including restaurants, continue to come to terms with the higher cost of doing business. While consumers may understand an...

Reduce Liquid Waste.
August 1, 2008... Staff To reduce waste in your foodserivce operation, try serving beverages from a beverage gun or dispenser, buy bar mixes in concentrate form, and buy milk in 5-gallon dispenser boxes. And don't forget to donate unserved, edible food to a...

In Brief.
August 1, 2008... Staff Master-Bilt announced a partnership with a new distributor, Carson-Malliton Associates, to represent its products in the mid-Atlantic region -- The American Culinary Federation recognized Richard Battista of Campbell, Calif., as an...

Service and the Economy.
August 1, 2008... David Hahn, CFSP President Food Equipment Services Co. Knoxville, Tenn. One of the most common misperceptions about the service segment of the foodservice industry is that there's a lot of margin built into our pricing. If only that were...

Advance Tabco.
August 1, 2008... Staff The Model 7-PS-41 wheelchair-accessible wall-mount hand sink includes a soap dispenser and front-loading paper towel dispenser. The ADA-compliant unit features a hands-free electronic faucet that accepts either AC or DC power....

Burrito Buddy LLC.
August 1, 2008... Staff The Burrito Buddy is suitable for use in Mexican casual-theme and quick-serve restaurants. According to the maker, the disposable prop supports the burrito when it's put down on a table or desk and helps keep the fillings from...

Manitowoc Foodservice Group, The Manitowoc Co.
August 1, 2008... Staff The new CO2-based Multiplex beverage systems use no hydrofluorocarbon refrigerants. According to the maker, the systems reduce the environmental footprint. Rollout planned for Europe and Asia with a broader rollout in the future....

The Vollrath Co. LLC.
August 1, 2008... Staff Cayenne[R] Heated Shelves feature a dual-zone design with an aluminum core that allows part of the shelf to be switched off when not in use. The shelves feature stainless-steel outer construction, with welded corners to help...

Equipex.
August 1, 2008... Staff Vitroceramic grills feature a smooth glass cooking plate and are suitable for out-front display cooking, including banquet and catering applications. The portable units combine radiant and contact heat and are easy to clean,...

Update International.
August 1, 2008... Staff Constructed of polypropylene, this trash can is available in 32- and 44-gal. sizes, with matching lids. Either size fits the maker's five-caster trash can dollies. www.update-international.com

Avtec/Unified Brands.
August 1, 2008... Staff This conveyor system features unibody stainless-steel construction, field-replaceable UHMWP slide rails, a programmable automatic wash system and removable elements. According to the maker, the system is rigorously tested prior to...

Hamilton Beach® Commercial.
August 1, 2008... Staff The High Performance Food Blender is suitable for use in healthcare facilities, nursing homes, restaurants, hotels and bars. Model HBF400 features a 1-hp motor, two speed settings with pulse, and a stainless-steel 64-oz. container...

Alto-Shaam Inc.
August 1, 2008... Staff The Model 1000-S hot-holding cabinet accommodates eight full-size sheet pans and is available in a reach-in or pass-through design. Features include casters and an antimicrobial handle. www.alto-shaam.com

Pitco, A Middleby Co.
August 1, 2008... Staff Solstice Supreme gas fryers feature a matchless ignition system, automatic self-clean burners and 9" adjustable legs. Accessories include a basket lift and backup thermostat. Mix or match any of three available SSH models, up to six...

Eagle Group.
August 1, 2008... Staff Panco cook-and-hold cabinets cook at temperatures from 100[degrees]F. to 350[degrees]F. and hold at temperatures from 145[degrees]F. to 200[degrees]F. Features include stainless-steel interior and exterior walls, a top-mounted...

Wilbur Curtis Co. Inc.
August 1, 2008... Staff The G3 Concept Series Primo Iced Coffee Machine uses water and coffee powder to create creamy whipped coffees. Features include an easy-access front door, push-button operation and a digital display to attract customers' attention....

Haynes® Mfg. Co.
August 1, 2008... Staff Haynes[R] 500 Plus synthetic grease is suited for both low- and high-temperature applications, including bearings, ovens, freezers, packings, universal joints, ball joints, plug valves and pumps. Available in a cartridge or an...

R.H. Forschner by Victorinox.
August 1, 2008... Staff White Fibrox[R] Professional Cutlery features Swiss-made stamped stainless-steel blades and includes a lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects. The white-handled series is designed to minimize wrist tension, according to the...

Lincoln Foodservice Products Inc., An Enodis Co.
August 1, 2008... Staff The Insta-Cut(TM) 5.0 Manual Food Processor slices fruits and dices vegetables, all with one stroke. Features include a one-piece blade assembly and 5" cutting surface. The unit's base accommodates containers measuring up to 6" tall...

Hobart Corp.
August 1, 2008... Staff The TurboWash II comes equipped with a self-draining, stainless-steel pump and impeller that's capable of pumping 320 gals. of water per minute, according to the maker. Features include a stainless-steel sink and drainboard....

MIWE America LLC.(baking oven)(Brief article)
August 1, 2008... Staff The gusto 3.43 baking oven holds three half-sheet size pans and is suitable for use in smaller C-stores. Features include an electromagnetic oven door that can be programmed to open automatically at the end of the bake time....

Follett Corp.
August 1, 2008... Staff The Ice Manager automatically fills two bins or dispensers, including drop-in soda dispensers, using one Horizon icemaker. Smart technology monitors ice levels to deliver ice to the dispenser or bin where it's needed most....

Eloma, An Ali Group Co.
August 1, 2008... Staff The Model Joker B 6-23 Combi Oven offers controlled heat and humidity in a range of eight cooking modes. The boilerless electric-powered countertop unit reduces energy and water consumption, according to the maker.www.elomausa.com

American Metalcraft.
August 1, 2008... Staff The 14" stainless-steel Bar Tray features a brushed finish on the 1½" lip and is suitable for use in upscale bars. A clear mesh liner that fits inside the tray is also available.www.amnow.com

T&S Brass and Bronze Works.
August 1, 2008... Staff The Conservation Savings Calculator is a metrics tool that estimates the potential water, energy and costs savings when using the maker's line of spray valves. Enter the appropriate category and both natural gas and electric energy...

Mercer Cutlery, Div. Mercer Tool Corp.
August 1, 2008... Staff These Japanese-style knives feature a balsam-wood handle and high-carbon, no-stain German steel blades. The series includes six styles, with each knife individually packaged in a wood box. www.mercercutlery.com

Ice-O-Matic, An Enodis Co.
August 1, 2008... Staff The Model ICEU070A undercounter icemaker measures 15" wide and 34" high and is suited for small applications. The self-contained unit produces up to 84 lbs. of ice per day with integrated storage capacity of up to 27 lbs. of ice,...

Glastender Inc.
August 1, 2008... Staff The Model UCR24S undercounter refrigerator is now Energy Star-certified. Measuring 24" wide 3 24" deep, the self-contained unit features stainless-steel exterior front, top and sides; CFC-free foamed-in-place insulation; an automatic...

Gold Medal Products.
August 1, 2008... Staff Ribbon Element Fryers have a deep tank for increased oil capacity and quick recovery time while cooking. Features include an emergency safety switch located on the front of the tank. Available in two models: 8090 FC-4 and 8082 FC-6....

World Tableware, A Libbey Foodservice Co.
August 1, 2008... Staff Infinity Bowls are suitable for use in bistros and eclectic and fusion-themed restaurants. The bright-white contemporary bowls feature a rolled edge, come in eight sizes and stack to save space. www.libbey.com

Hatco Corp.(Heated Black Glass Shelves)(Brief article)
August 1, 2008... Staff Heated Black Glass Shelves feature a lighted on/off rocker switch and are warranted against burnout and breakage for 2 years. The units are available in widths of 24", 30", 36", 48", 60" and 72" with an 18" depth. Accessories include...

Mundial Inc.
August 1, 2008... Staff The MundiGRIP line of cutlery features a lifetime guarantee and a non-slip, ergonomic handle treated with antimicrobial protection. The knives are constructed of high-carbon stainless steel strengthened with molybdenum and vanadium....

The Montague Co.
August 1, 2008... Staff The Vectaire Convection Oven includesan indirect heating system that preventsflue gasses from entering the cooling chamber, according to the maker. The unit features maintenance-free oven doors and is available in single or...

Univex Corp.
August 1, 2008... Staff The Model BC18 Bowl Cutter comes with cutlery-grade, twin stainless-steel knives that make 3,768 cuts per minute, according to the maker. The 18" unit features a 1-hp motor and a dishwasher-safe removable and reversible cutting...

Turbo Air Inc.
August 1, 2008... Staff M3 solid-door refrigerators and freezers include a self-diagnostic digital controller equipped with digital temperature display. The top-mount units feature adjust-able PVC-coated wire shelves. www.turboairinc.com

Pizza Fusion.
August 1, 2008... By Donna Boss, Contributing Editor Taking an eco-friendly approach to its operations, equipment and store design, this quick-service chain charts new territory thatis capturing the interest of a new generationof environmentally sensitive...