Foodservice Equipment & Supplies articles from March 2009

Foodservice Equipment & Supplies archives from March 2009

Doug Durrwachter.
March 1, 2009... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor Strategic Equipment, Ft. Worth, Texas It could be said that Doug Durrwachter owes his successful career in the foodservice industry to America's favorite pastime. Because his position as shortstop...

What if We ... ?(business innovations and creativity in food services industry)
March 1, 2009... Joseph M. Carbonara, Editor in Chief Right now someone somewhere is asking the simple question, "What if we... ?" The individual asking that question may or may not be a direct competitor of you or your business at this moment. But make...

Cooking for Corrections.
March 1, 2009... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor With cost and safety as major concerns, the corrections foodservice segment offers up unique challenges. The bad news is that the U.S. prison population continues to rise. The good news is that this...

ZED451: Boca Raton, Fla.
March 1, 2009... By Donna Boss, Contributing Editor Few walls separate the back and front of the house, so the equipment becomes a prominent part of the decor and entertainment. When ZED451's owners opened this restaurant concept in Chicago in April...

How Safe Is Going Green?
March 1, 2009... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor Many aspects of going green enhance, rather than compromise, food safety programs. Most any successful foodservice operation needs to evolve to continue to meet their customers' changing demands....

Trends & Tidbits.(food service industry and restaurant services, design, and management)
March 1, 2009... Staff FE&S reports on the hottest trends in tabletop design, concept development and other areas of the foodservice industry -- both at the back and front of the house. Concept Close-Up: Finagle Bakery Cafe Talk about a...

Parlour Games: Company Resurrects the Farrell's Brand.
March 1, 2009... Staff For decades, Farrell's Ice Cream charmed countless loyal customers on the West Coast with its over-the-top entertainment and family-dining experience, until a company buyout caused a chain-wide closure. That is, until Parlour...

In Brief.
March 1, 2009... Staff SYSCO named SCA Tissue to its top supplier list for the fourth consecutive year... Manufacturers' Agents Association for the Foodservice Industry (MAFSI) moved its office to 1199 Euclid Ave., Atlanta, Ga. 30307, (404) 214-9474...

People on the Move.
March 1, 2009... Staff El Pollo Loco and Ricca Newmark Design were among several companies announcing personnel changes. Bob Evans Farms Inc. named Harvey Brownlee president and chief restaurant operations officer. The Broaster Co. appointed Jay...

Jamba Juice Introduces Oatmeal to Pair with Smoothies.
March 1, 2009... Staff Jamba Juice has added a line of oatmeal items to its roster of breakfast foods as a way to offer a hot breakfast item, according to James White, chief executive officer. Prior to this item, the store offered cold breakfast items...

NAFEM Announces Awards.(The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers acknowledges Dennis Romer with the 2009 President's Award)(Brief article)
March 1, 2009... Staff The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers recognized Dennis Romer, director of sales for Henny Penny Corp. in Eaton, Ohio, with the 2009 President's Award. Also during The NAFEM Show in Orlando, Fla., last month,...

Sagittarius Brands and Carlson Announce Changes.
March 1, 2009... Staff Sagittarius Brands named David Head chairman and chief executive officer of Captain D's and Paul Murphy III chairman and chief executive officer of Del Taco. They replace Nick Shepard, who oversaw both concepts but left the company...

FCSI Worldwide Welcomes New Executives, Members.
March 1, 2009... Staff The Foodservice Consultants Society International introduced its new worldwide executive committee and board of directors. John Radchenko assumes the society's top volunteer post until 2010, taking the gavel from Gerhard Kuhnel, who...

Scarfogliero New Win-Holt President, COO.
March 1, 2009... Staff Win-Holt Equipment Group, based in Syosset, N.Y., promoted Dominick Scarfogliero to president and chief operating officer. Scarfogliero most recently served as executive vice president and COO since May 2006. Prior to joining...

CFESA Elects Executive Team, Board Members.(Commercial Food Equipment Service Association re-elects John Swanson as organization president)(Brief article)
March 1, 2009... Staff The Commercial Food Equipment Service Association re-elected John Swanson, Bildon Appliance Parts & Service, as its president, as part of the organization's annual election of its executive committee and board of directors. The vote...

Big Boy Names New CEO.
March 1, 2009... Staff Big Boy Restaurants International LLC named Keith Sirois chief executive officer, replacing interim CEO Jim Jensen. A company board member, Jensen has been serving in that role since Tony Michaels resigned in October. Sirois...

Being Part of the Solution.(human resource management and customer relations in food service industry)
March 1, 2009... Anne McCabe President, Illinois & Michigan Division The Boelter Cos. Lincolnwood, Ill. We are working and living in what are most likely unprecedented times and facing new challenges and stresses. Everyone at all levels of our foodservice...

Eagle Group.
March 1, 2009... Staff The VIP System includes pylons, plug-in signage and a choice of lighting components. The system helps operators highlight menu items, while creating a scatter system with the maker's Director's Choice[R] modular cafeteria units....

Professional Bakeware Co. Inc.
March 1, 2009... Staff The Silicone Server goes from freezer to oven to serving line to refrigerator, and will not peel, chip or break, according to the maker. The pan is oven-safe to 450*F. and available in a choice of colors. www.professionalbakeware.com...

Servend, Manitowoc Foodservice.
March 1, 2009... Staff The FT Series FlexTower(TM) beverage dispenser features eye-catching graphics and a flashing keypad that draw customers into the beverage area. The unit is available in 8-, 12- and 16-flavor models. www.manitowocbeverage.com

Champion Industries, An Ali Group Co.
March 1, 2009... Staff The Model 64 rack conveyor dishmachine is Energy Star[R]--qualified and comes with a 1-year parts and labor warranty. Features include a top-mounted control cabinet, automatic tank fill, a 2-hp motor, door-activated drain closures...

FWE/Food Warming Equipment.
March 1, 2009... Staff Clymate IQ(TM) holding cabinets come with color-coded controls. The Push/Pull Distribution System provides uniform temperature and humidity on every level, according to the maker. www.fweco.com

C&K Products, Div. Tomlinson Industries.
March 1, 2009... Staff These peels, servers and boards are available in a variety of sizes and thicknesses. The pieces feature the maker's Richlite[R] heat-resistant surface that's water- and stain-resistant. www.tomlinsonind.com

PureOFlow Inc.
March 1, 2009... Staff The PureOFlow reverse osmosis water purifier uses a carbon pre-filter, two membrane elements and environmentally friendly ozone to remove scaling minerals from tap water. www.pureoflow.com

Pitco, A Middleby Co.
March 1, 2009... Staff The Solstice Supreme Series of fryers features downdraft protection and self-cleaning burner systems. The units are available in a variety of models, many with Energy Star[R] certification. www.pitco.com

Glastender Inc.
March 1, 2009... Staff This UL-listed three-tier lighted liquor display is available in 6" incremental lengths from 24" up to 108". The clear acrylic cover removes for bulb replacement and the power cord comes positioned either left or right....

The Salvajor Co.
March 1, 2009... Staff This redesigned food waste disposer is available in four models and now features a shorter motor housing and shaft, a shorter shredder, a 2" drain and an increased drain height. Expected ship date is second quarter of 2009, according...

Hatco Corp.(heated black glass shelves used in food services)(Brief article)
March 1, 2009... Staff Heated Black Glass Shelves are warranted against burnout and breakage for 2 years and available in widths of 24", 30", 36", 48", 60" and 72" with an 18" depth. The units feature a lighted on/off rocker switch. Accessories include...

TableCraft Products Co.
March 1, 2009... Staff The Remington Collection(TM) includes trays, bowls, a variety of beverage tubs and more. The stainless-steel pieces are designed for catering and buffet use. www.tablecraft.com

The Vollrath Co. LLC.
March 1, 2009... Staff The Lemon Drop(TM) warewashing rack provides a space for users' fingers to fit around the glass for easy retrieval, according to the maker. The unit comes in 20- and 30-compartment sizes and a variety of heights and colors, and can...

Alto-Shaam Inc.
March 1, 2009... Staff Combitherm ovens feature the SmartClean system that's hands-free and fully automatic, according to the maker. Choose from three cleaning options: a dishwashing tablet for everyday use, Combitherm Cleaning Tabs for tougher jobs or...

Asbury Foodservice.
March 1, 2009... Staff This 20-qt. mixer blends, mixes and aerates ingredients at three pre-selected fixed speeds. The unit comes with a stainless-steel bowl, flat beater, spiral dough hook and wire whip. Features include heat-treated carbon-steel gears....

Jackson MSC, Manitowoc Foodservice.
March 1, 2009... Staff The Avenger[R] dishmachine featurespush-button start and automatic fill and is available in high- and low-temp models. The undercounter unit comes with a self-draining stainless-steel pumpand built-in chemical pumps....

Continental Refrigerator.
March 1, 2009... Staff The Model CPA60 Forced Air Pizza Prep Table comes with a low-profile recessed pan rail, a 190-wide full-length polyethylene cutting board, an interior hanging thermometer and 50-high swivel casters. Options include an exterior...

Advance Tabco.
March 1, 2009... Staff The Nesting Pan Rack features a space-saving design and comes with four stem casters. Model NR-20 accommodates 20 full-size sheet pans and/or 500 lbs. of product. www.advancetabco.com

APW Wyott, A Standex Co.
March 1, 2009... Staff The Rhino Grill is suited for preparing panini sandwiches, hot subs, wraps, quesadillas and more. The double-sided unit comes with a manual timer and is available in three sizes. Features include grooved or smooth cooking plates....

Halton Indoor Climate Systems Ltd.
March 1, 2009... Staff This LED fixture is grease-, water- and heatproof and suitable for dry and wet locations. The lights have no mercury, according to the maker, and come in Warm White or Cool Light colors. www.haltoncanada.com

Saladworks.(restaurant management)
March 1, 2009... By Donna Boss, Contributing Editor A new design redirects the flow of customer traffic, revitalizes the interior and reconfigures the placement of equipment to emphasize fresh and healthy entree-sized salads, soups and sandwiches. ...

Warewashers.
March 1, 2009... Staff Warewashers tend to be a workhorse in most any foodservice environment. They perform the vital role of cleaning and sanitizing everything from dishes, flatware and glassware to pots and pans. When purchasing a warewasher for...