Foodservice Equipment & Supplies articles from February 2003

Foodservice Equipment & Supplies archives from February 2003

How level the playing field? (editor's perspective).(foodservice industry)
February 1, 2003... Anyone who grew up playing contact sports is probably familiar with the saying, "Everything else being equal, a good big opponent usually beats a good small opponent." Remaining competitive is currently becoming an increasingly daunting...

Nashville's first kosher restaurant. (news & events).
February 1, 2003... Grins (pronounced "greens") is Yiddish for vegetables and the name of Nashville's first fully kosher restaurant. Located at the new Ben Shulman Center for Jewish Life on the Vanderbilt University campus, the restaurant opened to the public in...

FE&S establishes Hall of Fame, Top Achievers award. (news & events).(Foodservice Equipment & Supplies)
February 1, 2003... Foodservice Equipment & Supplies (FE&S) magazine will inaugurate two new industry honors--a Dealer Hall of Fame and Top Achievers, which replaces the Young Lions--at this year's 2nd annual FE&S State of the Industry Conference to be held at The...

Enodis restructures Delfield Group. (news & events).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Enodis Corp. has restructured management of its Delfield Group. Bob Nerbonne has been appointed president, and Graham Tillotson has been named executive vice president. Nerbonne most recently served as Enodis' vice president of...

New CEO at Burger King. (news & events).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Less than a week after finalizing its acquisition of Burger King from Diageo, the new owner, Texas Pacific Group, has named Bradley Blum the chain's CEO, Ad Age has reported. Blum succeeds John Dasburg, who will continue as the company's...

U.S. Foodservice wins Compass contract; expands RARE agreement. (news & events).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Broadline foodservice distributor U.S. Foodservice has been awarded a five-year, $800 million-per-year contract to service Compass Group North America, part of London-based Compass Group plc, the world's largest foodservice company. U.S....

Cini-Little reorganizes. (news & events).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Foodservice consultancy Cini-Little International Inc. of Rockville, Md., is reorganizing. The new company organization moves from a geographically based structure practicing multi-discipline consulting to a market segment/project...

FEDA convention to mark group's 70th anniversary. (news & events).(Foodservice Equipment Distributors Association)
February 1, 2003... The Foodservice Equipment Distributors Association (FEDA) will mark its 70th anniversary during its 2003 convention, to be held March 26-30 at the new JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix. The convention's theme this year is...

FE&S' exclusive Caravan Study series available. (news & events).(Foodservice Equipment and Supplies magazine)
February 1, 2003... FE&S magazine is now making its proprietary Caravan Studies research series available for purchase online, at www.fesmag.com. The exclusive, FE&S-sponsored series includes surveys of dealers who provided information and opinions regarding...

Libbey acquires Royal Leerdam. (news & events).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Libbey Inc. has acquired the stock of B.V. Koninklijke Nederlandsche Glasfabriek Leerdam (Royal Leerdam) from BSN Glasspack. The cash transaction is valued at approximately $44.3 million. Royal Leerdam manufactures and markets high-quality...

FE&S presents 2nd State of the Industry Conference. (news & events).(Foodservice Equipment & Supplies)
February 1, 2003... Foodservice Equipment & Supplies, in cooperation with Technomic Inc., will present its 2nd annual FE&S State of the Equipment and Supplies Industry Conference, April 21-22, at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Chicago. The conference will offer...

PrimeSource supplies local charities. (news & events).(PrimeSource FoodService Equipment Inc.)(The Dallas Life Foundation)(The Vogel Alcove)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Dallas-based dealer PrimeSource FoodService Equipment and its partners "stocked the kitchens" of a pair of local charities--The Dallas Life Foundation and The Vogel Alcove--with more than $90,000 worth of equipment during the past holiday...

Sam Tell & Sons purchases Pascoe-Jacobs. (news & events).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The Sam Tell Co. said it has purchased certain assets of design-and-build specialist Pascoe-Jacobs Associates, including its trade name and ongoing projects. Pascoe-Jacobs has been involved in designing and supplying equipment for notable...

eatZi's purchased, eyes nationwide expansion. (news & events).(eatZi's Market and Bakery)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... An investment group led by eatZi's Market & Bakery creator and founder Philip Romano and Boston-based Castanea Partners has acquired eatZi's from Brinker International. Romano developed eatZi's in 1996 as a joint venture with Brinker, and...

Wal-Mart will house most new McDonald's to open in '03. (news & events).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Dow Jones has reported that as many as 200 McDonald's units will open in Wal-Mart stores during 2003, twice the number of freestanding units planned by the #1 QSR chain. The Oak Brook, Ill.-based burger segment leader already operates more...

Waterloo, Brinker sign franchise pact. (news & events).(Waterloo Restaurant Ventures Inc. to operate Romano's Macaroni Grill)(Brinker International Inc.)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Waterloo Restaurant Ventures in Vancouver, BC, Canada, has signed a deal with Brinker International to become the first Canadian franchisee for Romano's Macaroni Grill, a 195-unit Italian casual-dining chain. Waterloo, which will develop...

O'Charley's realigns management. (news & events).(restaurant chain)(buys Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub chain)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... O'Charley's Inc. has realigned its senior management team following the company's previously announced plan to buy the 77-store Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub chain for $160 million. That deal is expected to close during the first quarter of...

Largest hotel project since 9-11 breaks ground. (news & events).(Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The new $175 million Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate has become the largest hotel project to break ground since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. The luxury resort will be located five miles from Walt Disney World in Orlando,...

March 30 deadline for NYC smokers. (news & events).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has approved one of the nation's toughest anti-smoking laws--a ban affecting nearly every public indoor space in the city, which takes effect March 30. Smokers claim the law violates their rights, and...

Denny's partners with King Center. (news & events).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Denny's is launching the second year of a national multi-year fundraising campaign dedicated to promoting human and civil rights, the company said. In 2003, Denny's will try to raise at least $1 million to support the Atlanta-based King...

NRA, FMI join ASDA. (news & events).(National Restaurant Association; Food Marketing Institute; American Seafood Distributors Association )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... To promote free trade in seafood, the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and the Food Marketing Institute (FMI) have joined the American Seafood Distributors Association (ASDA). The association represents U.S. seafood importers,...

Communicating and coordinating project success. (consultant's viewpoint).
February 1, 2003... During the construction phase, any project takes on a life of its own. Many hurdles and challenges are encountered through the different stages. The key elements in a project's success are communication and coordination. The solutions are...

`Customizing' success with equipment & vendors. (operator's opinion).(Metz & Associates Ltd.)
February 1, 2003... Metz & Associates Ltd. has been working to satisfy the needs of clients in a variety of settings with our blend of dining management and support services since 1994. One of the secrets to our longevity is our situational approach to...

Poised at the `Pinnacle': Arby's `Restaurant of the Future' has arrived in the form of a one-of-a-kind unit recently opened in Allentown, Pa., where a new layout, design and equipment package are creating significant improvements in operational efficiency and product consistency.(Cover Story)
February 1, 2003... Arby's Inc. describes its new "Restaurant of the Future" as "an entirely new consumer-driven concept that will enhance the system's position for growth well into the 21st Century." And, while the QSR market will determine the accuracy of that...

State of industry relations: industry leaders speak openly about their expectations for channel partners and trade associations and how they see the future of our industry taking shape. (EAB Roundtable).
February 1, 2003... FE&S: Is there anything that we can agree to say is a common goal and a common necessity for all of you in regard to the state of industry relations? For instance, can we agree that communication among channel partners has improved? BB:...

Successtech Academy in Cleveland: a simple, yet flexible equipment package installed in this newly renovated, experimental, inner-city school cafeteria supports a diverse menu. It is also used to test new menu items for the district and will serve as a prototype for future projects. (Facility design project of the month).
February 1, 2003... Last year, a $50,000 planning grant from the Bill Gates Foundation was awarded to the Cleveland Municipal School District to develop an academic program for high school students interested in math, science, engineering and technology. The site...

Ice makers: we kick off this new series, designed to help E&S professionals sell the full complement of equipment on the basis of features, benefits and ROI rather than price, with Bill Byrne's informative take on ice makers and their key accessories. (product sales tips).(Buyers Guide)
February 1, 2003... As a sales rep at a successful E&S dealership in your hometown, Mike prided himself on being prepared every time he called on a customer. Today, he was calling on an excellent new account, Viterbo's, an independent restaurant serving the best...

Theresa Mowers-Phipps: Smith & Greene Co., Portland, Ore. (DSR of the month).(distributor sales representative)
February 1, 2003... Theresa Mowers-Phipps kicks off her workdays at 3:30 a.m., when she hits her gym for a brisk workout. She's at work by five, two full hours before Portland, Ore.-based Smith & Greene Co.'s delivery staff show up at seven. "I get a lot of...

Jamba Juice: a new, re-engineered prototype with a custom-designed equipment package is offering an improved model for this rapidly growing chain's speed of service and productivity. (chain profile).(Company Profile)
February 1, 2003... Like many successful business ventures, Jamba Juice started as a solution to its founder's needs. While in his 20s, Kirk Perron, a committed cyclist, would ride for hours in and around his hometown of San Luis Obispo, Calif. When finished with...

Well equipped for special events: multitasking capabilities are a key requirement for kitchen equipment that provides critical support to labor-intensive banquet preparation. (Banquet Prep).
February 1, 2003... Weddings, parties of all kinds, fund-raising events, business gatherings--there are numerous occasions for kitchens in many types of professional foodservice programs to be called upon to prepare and serve meals for banquet affairs, which can...

Moffat Inc. (products).
February 1, 2003... Designed for quiet operation, the Model E32 Max convection oven from Moffat is available in electric and gas-fired models and, according to the maker, can accommodate four to six full-size sheetpans. Electric units include a hot-air reversing...

Alegacy Foodservice Products Group. (products).
February 1, 2003... Designed with reliability in mind, the new line of turners from Alegacy features stainless-steel construction with an average thickness of 1- to 2mm. According to the maker, the tools are built with more rivets than most other turners on the...

Vulcan-Hart Corp. (products).
February 1, 2003... Available on Vulcan's line of gas and electric fryers, the KleenScreen self-contained filtration system is housed in a drawer assembly and features a two-step filtering process that's designed to make filtering safer with less chance for burns...

Eagle Group. (products).
February 1, 2003... Designed with flexibility in mind, the Director's Choice modular cafeteria serving units from Eagle now offer a line of optional accessories. Included are single- and double-tier sneeze guards, stainless-steel rear doors, stainless-steel solid...

Champion Industries. (products).
February 1, 2003... Measuring 50" wide, the compact Model SD-20 pot, pan and utensil washer from Champion boasts a 20-pan capacity and is designed for easy installation. Features include separate wash and rinse tanks, adjustable wash and rinse cycles, and...

Server Products Inc. (products).
February 1, 2003... Offered in a choice of countertop or drop-in models, the Serve-A-Cup[TM] portion cup dispenser from Server is designed to help eliminate waste, mess and contamination. The unit features one-at-a-time dispensing and, according to the maker, can...

Advance Tabco. (products).
February 1, 2003... Featuring a 12" x 12" vent opening, Advance Tabco's new line of stainless-steel condensate vapor hoods measures 20" high and comes in standard sizes of 36" x 36", 42" x 42" and 48" x 48". According to the maker, custom sizes are also...

Lancaster Colony Commercial Products. (products).
February 1, 2003... According to the maker, the 36-cup coffee urn from Lancaster's Colonyware[R] line is both elegant enough for front-of-the-house presentations and durable enough for high-volume use. The unit is UL-approved and features automatic shut-off,...

InterMetro Industries Corp. (products).
February 1, 2003... The Deep Ledge series of carts from InterMetro offers built-in Microban[R] antimicrobial protection and is available in two- and three-shelf models. Features include an ergonomic handle that's designed for easy use and impact-resistant shelves...

Alto-Shaam Inc. (products).
February 1, 2003... The Cambitherm[R] combination oven/steamer from Alto-Shaam is designed to steam, bake, roast, thaw and reheat. Model 6*10iN offers a narrow footprint and features boiler-free technology. According to the maker, steam production without a boiler...

Prince Castle Inc. Worldwide. (products).
February 1, 2003... Recently introduced, Prince Castle's line of holding bins features the MenuTrak menu supervision system that's designed to "supervise" menu items by identifying where they're located and tracking their holding times. According to the maker,...

CookTek Inc. (products).
February 1, 2003... According to the maker, the Double-Hob MagnaWave[TM] cooktop from CookTek comes equipped with a built-in SmartTemp[TM] processor that performs temperature control, auto shutoff and self-diagnostics to prevent overheating. Features include a...

Rankin-Delux Inc. (products).
February 1, 2003... Designed to brown or melt foods in seconds, Rankin's cheese melter is available in 24", 36", 48", 60" and 72" widths and can be positioned on a counter, half shelf or wall bracket. According to the maker, the unit comes equipped with...

Garland/The Garland Group, An Enodis Co. (products).
February 1, 2003... Designed for strength and durability, the Master convection oven from Garland now includes "mig" welding that, according to the maker, bonds the heavy, 12-gauge leg components together. Features of the "no turn" unit include a full-height,...

Jackson MSC, An Enodis Co. (products).
February 1, 2003... Designed with end-user convenience in mind, the Model JPX-300 undercounter dishmachine from Jackson is available in a choice of two models and features top-mounted controls and automatic fill. According to the maker, the unit uses only 1.07...

Univex Corp. (products).
February 1, 2003... According to the maker, the automatic Bizerba SE12D slicer from Univex can deliver up to 75 slices per minute, with three carriage speeds and three stroke lengths. Features include a 13"-diameter, high-carbon steel blade; an ergonomic...

DayMark[R] Food Safety Systems. (products).
February 1, 2003... Designed with food safety in mind, DayMark[R]'s DayBag[TM] and UseBy[TM] portion bags are constructed of high-molecular, high-density film and, according to the maker, are microwaveable and freezable. Bags are available in two sizes--6 1/2" x...

Admiral Craft Equipment Corp. (products).
February 1, 2003... Offered in slim-line and full-size models, Adcraft vacuum flasks feature a stainless-steel interior with a non-stick coating that's designed to resist coffee stain and odor. According to the maker, the unit is easy to clean and the double-wall...

Groen, A Dover Industries Co. (products).
February 1, 2003... Offering convection cooking, the Connectionless steamer from Groen is designed for ease of cleaning and maintenance. Features include a 4-gal. reservoir; a field-reversible, one-touch door; and "direct refill"--no drain or water hookup are...

Hatco Corp. (products).
February 1, 2003... Glo-Ray[R] warmers from Hatco are designed to keep pizza hot and fresh for self-serve or quick-serve areas and are available in dual-, triple- or quadruple-shelf models. According to the maker, each heat zone includes a separate on/off switch...

Lang Mfg. Co. (products).
February 1, 2003... Designed to cook efficiently with the doors fully open, Lang's Air-Door pizza oven is electric-powered and can be stacked for high-volume production. Features include upper and lower energy switches, a lift-out crumb tray, interior lighting and...

Modular Dispensing Systems, Div. Tomlinson Industries. (products).
February 1, 2003... According to the maker, the Modular Simpli-Flex[R] 2100 series of cabinet dispensers from Tomlinson is ideal for use in C-stores, kiosks, catering operations and concessions. The NSF-approved units are available in a variety of sizes and are...

Hobart Corp. (products).
February 1, 2003... Hobart Corp. The AM-14 series of warewashers from Hobart is designed for high-volume use--up to 52 racks/hour. Features include a self-draining pump with a NJ-resist impeller, an automatically timed tank fill and interchangeable upper and lower...

Star Mfg. Intl'l. Inc. (products).
February 1, 2003... The Model 836TS Ultra-Max[TM] gas griddle from Star (pictured with floor stand) is available in widths of 24", 36", 48", 60" and 72" and, according to the maker, offers a 30,000-Btu steel burner every 12" of cooking surface. Features include a...

Tablecraft Products. (products).
February 1, 2003... Designed for organizing tabletop condiment containers, the Versa rack from Tablecraft stands 9 1/2" tall and offers construction of highly polished 18-8 stainless steel. The rack is available in a choice of five sizes. www.tablecraft.com ...

Cecilware Corp. (products).
February 1, 2003... Offering 100% stainless-steel construction, Cecilware's Brew Center satellite coffee brewing systems with "Select Brew" are designed to brew 12, 24 or 36 cups of coffee at a time without waste. According to the maker, Model BC301 can brew 250...

Cooper Instrument Corp. (products).
February 1, 2003... The SP160 digital solar panel meter from Cooper measures 4.5" x 1.125" x .625" and is designed for use in areas with limited space. The compact unit offers a temperature range of -58[degrees]F. to 158[degrees]F. ([+ or -] 1[degrees]F....

Giles Foodservice Equipment. (products).
February 1, 2003... According to the maker, Giles' portable oil caddy, Model GOC, allows an end-user to remove up to 80 lbs. (two fryers) of shortening safely at any time and can pump or extract both new and used shortening. In addition, the unit's Sight Glass,...

The Homer Laughlin China Co. (products).
February 1, 2003... The Fiesta[R] family of lead-free china from Homer Laughlin is now available in a new color--Shamrock green. The line includes more than 50 items in a choice of 11 colors that are designed to mix and match. According to the maker, Alpha Alumina...

Cres Cor. (products).
February 1, 2003... Cres Cor (not pictured) According to the maker, Cres Cor's Best Car Valu line of hot holding cabinets offers a choice of convection or radiant heat, dry heat or heat with humidity control. The units are available in stainless steel and aluminum...

Whose customer is it? (parting shot).(customer relations)
February 1, 2003... During my 16 years in this industry, have attended countless manufacturers' sales meetings. I have also attended numerous industry conferences and conducted many consultant and dealer sales meetings. A common theme brought up at almost every...