Foodservice Equipment & Supplies articles from June 2009

Foodservice Equipment & Supplies archives from June 2009

Brian Morehead.(being a sales manager of a foodservice equipment and supplies distributor)
June 1, 2009... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor Singer Equipment Company, Philadelphia Even though Brian Morehead had no sales experience, his first employer hired him because he liked what he saw. "I was a college athlete, and there were certain...

Now – More Than Ever….(market strategy and the food service industry)
June 1, 2009... Joseph M. Carbonara, Editor in Chief In light of the much ballyhooed economic challenges the world faces today, many clever marketers have decided to play the panic card when trying to peddle their products and services. And why shouldn't...

Frozen Yogurt, Take Two.(Pinkberry and Red Mango's frozen yogurt and sales)
June 1, 2009... By Kate Leahy, Sr. Associate Editor With tangy flavors and an emphasis on healthy living, the frozen yogurt segment has reemerged as a category to watch. Fans create web sites dedicated to the frozen treat. Aficionados "tweet"...

Paresky Commonsat Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass.
June 1, 2009... By Donna Boss, Contributing Editor An ambitious $20 million renovation of a treasured historic building provides myriad food platforms on two floors, creating a dining environment unlike anything generations of students and faculty have...

2009 Hall of Fame Inductee Bill Boelter.(The Boelter Companies executive)
June 1, 2009... By Joseph Carbonara, Editor in Chief and Lisa White, Contributing Editor Incorporating a servant-leader philosophy, Bill Boelter created a dealership that has greatly influenced the foodservice industry. There are not many in the...

Chain Newsbites.(Ben & Jerry's Homemade Inc. building and facilities renovation)
June 1, 2009... Staff Since Ben & Jerry'sremodeled its new-store prototype last fall, the chain has seen an increase in customers, launched green initiatives, and plans to continue developing new stores following the same model. "We'd like to have 75...

Industry Mourns Loss of Four Foodservice Professionals.
June 1, 2009... Staff This spring, the foodservice industry said goodbye to four long-time members. James Flores, a vice president for the Excell Marketing & Procurement Group, passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer. Flores was 52 years old....

HFM and ASHFSA Merger Creates New Association.
June 1, 2009... Staff The National Society for Healthcare Foodservice Management and the American Society for Healthcare Food Service Administrators consolidated to form the Association for Healthcare Foodservice (AHF). HFM president-elect Kris Schroeder...

Distribution Giants Update.(company sales distributing companies Global KES and Champaign)(Brief article)
June 1, 2009... Staff FE&S has made the following updates to its Distribution Giants study. Global KES, Lee's Summit, Mo., recorded $17.43 million in sales for 2008, which means the dealership ranks 58th in our listing of the top 100 dealers. ...

Alternative Energy Heating Up.
June 1, 2009... Staff Foodservice companies can add one more option to their green repertoires: Alternative energy. Also referred to as renewable energy, this energy source comes from wind, sun, and even commercial cooking oil instead of natural gas and...

Wind Power and Foodservice.
June 1, 2009... Jill Stoneberg, Marketing Manager, Community Energy Radnor Despite the challenging economy, the talk of "going green" continues to flourish. In fact, the current business environment provides an even greater impetus for foodservice...

TableCraft Products Co.
June 1, 2009... Staff These dippers feature color-coded handles and polished cast-aluminum construction and are available in four capacities from 1½ oz. to 3 oz. www.tablecraft.com

Eagle Group.
June 1, 2009... Staff The RedHots Chef's Line series of heavy-duty countertop cooking and warming equipment encompasses a full range of models including fryers, charbroilers, griddles and hot plates. Features include ergonomically designed controls as...

Alto-Shaam Inc.(refrigirators )(Brief article)
June 1, 2009... Staff This holding cabinet features a digital display with an adjustable control knob. A sensor located inside responds to temperature changes as small as 2[degrees]F., according to the maker. The display is available on banquet carts and...

The Delfield Co., Manitowoc Foodservice.
June 1, 2009... Staff The Versa Drawer combines four separate refrigeration units into one, each with individually controlled functions that allow operators to freeze, refrigerate, chill and thaw. The unit features built-in alarm notifications and service...

Hatco Corp.
June 1, 2009... Staff Serv-Rite Portable Buffet Warmers feature a thermostatically controlled heated base. Model SRBW-1 comes with glass food shields. www.hatcocorp.com

Lakeside.
June 1, 2009... Staff The Soiled Dish Breakdown Cart Model B591 is ideal for remote dining rooms. Unit features flat shelves for bus tubs and silver containers and slanted overshelves hold glass/cup racks. Glass/cup rack shelves have a pitched drain with...

Ice-O-Matic.
June 1, 2009... Staff The ICEO 400 Modular Cuber includes a top air discharge and produces up to 529 lbs. of ice per day. The 20"-tall unit features stainless-steel construction and fingerprint-proof plastic. www.iceomatic.com

Wilbur Curtis.
June 1, 2009... Staff The Curtis ThermoPro Brewing System quickly brews up to one gallon of gourmet coffee into high-tech vacuum-insulated and stainless-steel servers. Ideal for operations merchandising multiple coffee roasts, system is available in...

Update International.
June 1, 2009... Staff These weatherproof 36" stanchions have a heavy 12" base and plastic bottom that won't damage flooring. Available in black or stainless steel, each stanchion features a four-way cassette and 6½' belt; brackets also are...

Maxximum.
June 1, 2009... Staff Maxximum faucets and fittings feature forged brass bodies for the ultimate in performance and durability. Pre-rinse units are provided with ergonomically designed water-saving spray valve. The MXR-14B Pre-Rinse Faucet-Wall Mount...

SCA Tissue North America.
June 1, 2009... Staff (Not pictured.) The new, heavier Tork Universal Cuisine Foodservice Wiper with Microban comes in a distinctive green-and-white diamond pattern and holds up under use with sanitizers. Available in a 600-wiper case, its sheet size is...

The Salvajor Co.
June 1, 2009... Staff This redesigned food-waste disposer is available in four models and features a shorter motor housing and shaft, shorter shredder, 2" drain and increased drain height. www.salvajor.com

Advance Tabco.
June 1, 2009... Staff The FS Series Spec Line Fabricated Sink has a one-piece front skirt for additional strength and a sleeker look. Available in a variety of sizes with optional drain boards, units feature stainless-steel legs, cross bracing and gussets...

American Metalcraft.
June 1, 2009... Staff Black Wooden Serving Boards have indentations to fit a variety of sauce cups with square or rounded bases, making them suitable for individual portions, appetizer presentations, condiment holders and more. Five board sizes include...

Master-Bilt Products, Standex Foodservice Group.
June 1, 2009... Staff Energy-saving and environmentally friendly features of this new parallel rack refrigeration system include the ability to match refrigeration capacity to actual load; a lead compressor with digital scroll; subcooling that increases...

Wood Stone.
June 1, 2009... Staff The Josper Charcoal Broiler Oven combines the features of an enclosed oven with the traditional characteristics of charbroiled cooking, all while minimizing the venting challenges associated with solid-fuel charbroilers....

Nexstep Commercial Products.
June 1, 2009... Staff Supreme Finishing Loop-End Mops withstand numerous launderings and are 100-percent lint-free, according to the maker. Mops are available in medium and large sizes, in white. www.ocedarcommercial.com

T&S Brass and Bronze Works.
June 1, 2009... Staff Pivot Action metering faucet comes with enhanced ADA-compliant features and can be ordered with an antimicrobial coating to help reduce bacterial growth, according to the maker. www.tsbrass.com

Georgia-Pacific Professional.
June 1, 2009... Staff EasyNap Jr. is designed for one-at-a-time dispensing so customers take only what they need. The dispensing method and interfolded napkin refills help operators lower costs through reduced waste by avoiding the "pinching" of napkin...

Turbo Air Inc.
June 1, 2009... Staff The Diamond Showcase features a Euro design and 360[degrees] visibility. The compact unit includes a safety-shielded four-LED lighting system on each corner of the cabinet and is available in two models. www.turboairinc.com

Hobart Corp.
June 1, 2009... Staff The Bluetooth-enabled Combi Oven with Barcode Scanner automatically controls the cooking program and features wireless exchange of recipes. Unit uses Delta-T technology, which creates a constant, balanced difference between the oven...

Cleveland Range, Manitowoc Foodservice.
June 1, 2009... Staff The SteamChef convection steamer is boiler-free and suitable for use in a variety of commercial and noncommercial environments. The unit includes an open-style 1½-gal. water reservoir and accommodates both three- and six-pan...

Waring Commercial.
June 1, 2009... Staff This professional spice grinder allows operators to grind whole spices and other dry ingredients with ease and precision. The grinder features a 19,000 RPM high-performance commercial-grade motor, durable stainless-steel blades and...

The Vollrath Co. LLC.
June 1, 2009... Staff Cayenne Heated Shelves feature a dual-zone design that allows operators to switch off part of the shelf when not in use. The units include stainless-steel outer construction.www.vollrathco.com

Fryers.
June 1, 2009... Staff Foodservice operators can choose from a range of fryers. Specifying the appropriate type, size and add-ons can make a big difference to a foodservice operator's bottom line. The three basic fryer types are open, tube and...

2009 Top Achievers: A Commitment to Excellence.(executives from food service industries)
June 1, 2009... By David Farkas, Senior Editor In an industry as vast and diverse as foodservice, one can measure success in countless ways. From significant sales growth to a lasting impact on markets served, to giving back to the foodservice industry...

Trends & Tidbits.
June 1, 2009... Staff FE&S fills you in on the hottest tabletop trends, plus a look at cool new concepts, redesigns and more. Industry Overview Despite the softening business climate, U.S. restaurant industry sales reached more than $365 billion...