Foodservice Equipment & Supplies articles from May 2003

Foodservice Equipment & Supplies archives from May 2003

'Slop' in the channel.(equipment and service dealers in the distribution channel)(Editorial)
May 1, 2003... Having been to three significant industry meetings within 30 days of this writing--NAFEM's Executive Summit, FEDA's annual meeting and FE&S' own State of the Industry conference--it is becoming increasingly apparent that traditional E&S dealers...

Artful addition serves exhibition. (news & events).(Cafe Degas installed at the Philadelphia Museum of Art)
May 1, 2003... Snacks as well as stamina are often helpful for those museum-goers flocking to the extremely popular blockbuster exhibition, "Degas and the Dance," which is currently installed at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Those waiting to view the 19th...

Enodis names McCulloch CEO; HQ moves to Florida. (news & events).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Enodis plc, the global foodservice and retail food equipment company, said it will relocate the office of its chief executive officer to the U.S. in June. At that time, Dave McCulloch, who currently serves as COO, will assume that position. ...

Consistent dates, location ahead for NAFEM show. (news & events).(North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers)
May 1, 2003... The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM) has said it will shift the timing of its biennial trade show to February from the fall, and has selected Orlando, Fla., as the sole location. The change will begin with...

Charity Golf Tourney/Auction set for Sept. 4. (news & events).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... The 2003 FCSI/Baring Industries Charity Golf Tournament and Auction will be held on Sept. 4, 2003, at Eastover-The Golf Course of New Orleans. The event--which takes place on the Thursday before the NAFEM show and in conjunction with the...

McCall offers 0% financing. (news & events).(McCall Refrigeration division of Manitowoc Foodservice Group promotion through American Express)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Parsons, Tenn.-based McCall Refrigeration, a member of the Manitowoc Foodservice Group, is offering a 0% financing promotion. Effective through May 31, 2003, purchasers can get 0% financing for 24 months on the complete line of McCall...

McD eyes changes to 'made for you'. (news & events).(McDonald's Corp)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... McDonald's Corp. is reportedly considering retooling its 5-year-old Made For You customer service initiative. The Made For You system, launched in March 1998, was supposed to allow customers to order, get their food and go in just 90...

NSF certifies first hotel breakfast bar. (news & events).(Holiday Inn Express)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... NSF International has certified the Holiday Inn Express brand's Express Start breakfast bar. According to the Ann Arbor, Mich.-based provider of public health and safety risk management programs, Holiday Inn Express is the first hotel to work...

Strategic names Hawkins VP, opens Dallas facility. (news & events).(Strategic Equipment and Supply Corp.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Strategic Equipment and Supply Corp. in Dallas, a leading dealer of foodservice equipment, services and supplies, has named Don Hawkins Jr., vice president of national accounts. Under Hawkins, who is based in Austin, Texas, the national...

FDA pushing food safety tests. (news & events).(Food and Drug Administration)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is increasing efforts to protect the nation's food supply against bioterrorism and sabotage, the FDA's new chief told business and academic leaders in Boston in March. The agency has published...

Franke forms Franke KES Americas. (news & events).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Franke Contract Group in La Vergne, Tenn., has joined two leading kitchen equipment suppliers under a new division: Franke KES Americas. KES Americas is now the operational "nerve center" for Stainless Inc. and the U.S. operations of Franke...

Wasserstrom expands Phoenix facility. (news & events).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Wasserstrom Co., based in Columbus, Ohio, is adding 30,000-square-feet to its 60,000-square-foot distribution center for smallwares in Phoenix. According to Vice President of Distribution Dave Ritter, the move was necessitated by the...

NRA 2003 'goes the distance'. (NRA show coverage).(National Restaurant Association)
May 1, 2003... Featuring more than six miles of exhibit aisles, this year's National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show celebrates 84 years of service to the restaurant and hospitality industry. Themed a "Global Summit & Exposition," the...

NRA schedule of events. (NRA show coverage).(National Restaurant Association)
May 1, 2003... NRA Schedule of Events Saturday May 17 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.: 47th Annual Hennessy Awards Breakfast, Sheraton Chicago Hotel 8:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.: 2nd Annual Restaurant Executive Breakfast 9:00...

Buying groups: a perspective. (Opinion).(Column)
May 1, 2003... After reading the "Point-Counter-Point" feature on buying groups in this issue (page 66), I am devoting this column to providing additional points in favor of buying groups. But, first, some historical perspective on the origins of groups. ...

Protecting your brand. (operator's opinion).(tips for marketing restaurant equipment)
May 1, 2003... My boss, Daniel Boulud, is a smart guy. It's his name on the doors of our restaurants and he doesn't want you to forget it. Whatever customers desire, he'll make it happen; they're guests in his home. Does one of our guests care for a...

A successful culmination of thoughtful investments: over 56 years, the firm now known as TriMark United East has grown to become New England's dominant traditional E&S dealer by regularly investing in its people, training programs and systems, adding high-value services and taking on an increasing variety of customers. Here's how it was done. (2003 Dealer of the Year: TriMark United East).
May 1, 2003... Every company comes to life as a result of the inspiration and efforts of a single individual or founding partners. However, it is equally true that no business can grow, establish itself and prosper without the contributions of dedicated...

Brain food court: at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago. (Facility Design Project of the Year).
May 1, 2003... Designed to challenge traditional views of foodservice in a museum setting, this interactive restaurant has been selected to receive FE&S' 2003 Facility Design Project award. The FOH equipment showcase features a rotating charbroiler, infrared...

Distribution logistics: making best practices better: a foursome of leading dealers explain how they are striving to sharpen the cutting edge in E&S ordering, receiving, storing and shipping.(equipment and supplies industry)
May 1, 2003... Quicker. Smarter. Cheaper. Better. The quest to improve the processes that are the life's blood of E&S distribution -- from ordering to receiving, storing and shipping--isn't just proceeding. It is intensifying, as dealers of all shapes...

Buying groups--what good do they do? Viewed by some as a necessary evil and by others as a necessary means of survival, buying groups are stirring up adamant opinions, both pro and con. We present both here. (FE&S Point-Counterpoint).
May 1, 2003... In response to all the recent bashing of buying groups, we find that there are numerous positives that such organizations bring to the table. These advantages help us form partnerships that allow us to grow mutually our businesses, creating a...

The importance of OEM parts: though generic equipment parts can be cheaper, this leading service agent argues that OEM replacement items offer operators a plethora of benefits that justify their investment.
May 1, 2003... Many operators have probably heard a number of experts extol the benefits of using Original Equipment Manufacturers' (OEM) replacement parts in their cooking and refrigeration equipment. But if end-users can save money by buying a cheaper...

Vu restaurant & lounge: at the Hyatt Regency Jersey City, N.J.: a European-style cooking battery positioned inside a glass-enclosed display kitchen provides culinary entertainment without impeding spectacular views of Manhattan and the Hudson Harbor. The foodservice facilities also include a room service preparation area and a large banquet and employee meal preparation kitchen. (facility design project of the month).
May 1, 2003... In recent years, the Harborside Financial Center in Jersey City has been vigorously promoted as "Wall Street West." Situated on the New Jersey side of the Hudson River, this area has become one of the fastest growing business districts on the...

The hot dish on ranges: because they are so essential to all operators' kitchen production yet versatile enough to be "customized" to an individual operator's particular specifications, ranges offer DSRs a wealth of options when it comes to presenting them for sale. (product sales tips).
May 1, 2003... To begin, restaurant (or cafe) ranges are designed for light duty. Heavy-duty ("hotel series") ranges are similar, but constructed of sturdier materials to handle higher volumes and heavier pots and pans. Heavy-duty models can also be...

Doug Castino: Castino Foodservice Equipment, Rohnert Park, Calif. (DSR of the month).(Distributor Sales Representative)
May 1, 2003... Surrounded by family who work in the business they have built, and the beauty of California's Sonoma County wine country, Doug Castino has done more than achieve success. He has learned to enjoy the ride. "All I can tell you is that I truly...

Get smokin'! Barbecue goes high-tech: old-fashioned smoky, slow-cooked barbecue is more popular than ever. Smoker equipment units have gone high-tech, however, making it easier for operators to achieve delicious results from their menu prep. (BBQ/Smokers).
May 1, 2003... Although barbecue aficionados may argue the fine points of preparation, spices and sauces, all agree that genuine American barbecue requires slow cooking at a low heat and the addition of smoke from burning wood to enhance flavors. Methods of...

Holman Cooking Equipment Inc., Div. Star Mfg. Int'l. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Available in a choice of two models, Holman's conveyor toaster is designed for quick toasting of bagels and English muffins. Features include quartz infrared heaters, a variable speed control, a heated holding area and an extended conveyor...

Tablecraft Products Co. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Offered in standard- and wide-tip styles, Tablecraft's squeeze bottles feature a 2 1/4"-wide mouth that's designed for easy loading and thorough cleaning. The bottles are constructed of a leak-proof, soft "poly" and are available in three sizes...

Hoshizaki America Inc. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The TempGuard[TM] series of pass-through refrigerators from Hoshizaki is designed with a corrosion-resistant stainless-steel exterior and interior, and insulated with R-134A CFC-free polyurethane foam. The single-section units feature a...

Advance Tabco. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The new aluminum keg racks from Advance feature 20"-wide adjustable shelves. According to the maker, the 2-keg storage shelves come with 1 3/4" square tubing that's welded front to back, and upright posts that are constructed of 1 3/16" round,...

Lainox, an Ali Group Co. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Offering direct steam cooking with hot air convection, the Model VE105X combi oven/steamer from Lainox is designed for baking, retherming and steaming. Pictured stacked on the maker's ZX105 blast chiller/freezer, the electric unit comes...

Robot Coupe U.S.A. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The compact power mixers from Robot Coupe are designed to liquify soups and sauces and puree fruit and vegetables. The lightweight, portable mixers are available with a 10", 12" and 14" mixer shaft and, according to the maker, offer complete...

Hobart Corp. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Designed to shorten prep time, Hobart's bowl-style food processors are offered in a choice of two models: HCM-61 and HCM-62 Features include a see-through lid with a 2"-diameter feed tube, an extra-long knife blade and an interlock system for...

Walco Stainless. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Designed to coordinate with Walco's Royal Danish Collection[TM] and 2000[TM] chafer line, the Royal Danish II[TM] coffee urn offers a 3-gal., 50-cup capacity and construction of 18/8 stainless steel. The unit, according to the maker, has a high...

Alto-Shaam Inc. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... According to the maker, the Model 2800/S-RTM retherm and food holding oven from Alto-Shaam can accommodate 16 full-size pans, eight full-size sheet pans or up to 16 wire baskets to retherm individual entrees. Features include electronic...

Jade Range. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Offered in a choice of two models, the Titan range from Jade is designed with stainless-steel gas tubing throughout. Standard features include four 30,000 Btu/hour cast-iron open burners, 6" adjustable stainless-steel legs and two chrome-plated...

G.E.T. Enterprises. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... According to the maker, G.E.T.'s new Milano collection of serving pieces is designed for durability and adds a contemporary yet sophisticated accent to most any food presentation. Items in the melamine collection are offered in black and white....

Prince Castle Inc. Worldwide. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Designed for high-volume rapid toasting, Prince Castle's TX series of contact grillers features an adjustable platen temperature and separate heel and crown bun crush controls. According to the maker, the units provide 12-second toasting for...

Victory Refrigeration. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The Model VM-1 glass-door merchandiser from Victory is NSF 7-listed and designed for display of both foodservice and prepackaged products. According to the maker, each adjustable shelf accommodates one 12" x 20" pan or one 18" x 26" pan....

Everpure Inc. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The High Flow CSR System from Everpure is designed to deliver quality ingredient water to fountain equipment, ice machines and coffee/espresso makers while, according to the maker, saving energy and increasing overall operating efficiency. The...

Vulcan-Hart Co. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The GR series of solid-state fryers from Vulcan, designed with a tube-fired heating system, features controls displayed on a flat touch-pad panel that, according to the maker, is easy to clean. The computer-controlled fryers also include 10...

Eagle Group. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Wire and polymer shelving systems from Eagle now feature antimicrobial protection that's designed to protect the units from a broad range of bacteria, molds and mildew that can cause stains and odors. According to the maker, MICROGARD[TM] will...

Cres Cor. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The HoldTemp line of insulated food transport cabinets and food pan containers from Cres Cor is designed to hold hot or cold foods a minimum of four hours with no more than a one-degree drop in temperature/hour (door closed). The units can be...

Server Products. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Designed with durability in mind, Server's clear plastic lid assembly is injection-molded of tough polycarbonate and, according to the maker, easily snaps into place on any of the maker's plastic fountain jars. The lid is NSF-approved,...

Admiral Craft Equipment Corp. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Available in slim-line or 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 easy-to-clean flasks offer double-wall...

Hatco Corp. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The Glo-Ray[R] dual-shelf curved glass merchandiser from Hatco is designed for use in C-stores, food courts, sports venues, cafeterias and the like. Model GRCD-2PDG includes non-removable heated glass shelves and is offered in two- or three-pan...

Cadco Ltd. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The new countertop glass ceramic range from Cadco is designed with power-saving, two-circle heat technology and, according to the maker, operates on a standard 120-volt outlet. Model PHR-1C features a stainless-steel housing, an "infinite" heat...

Groen, a DI Foodservice Co. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Offering a choice of three cooking modes, Groen's gas convection combo steamer-oven is designed for both easy cleaning and maintenance and, according to the maker, includes a temperature control that's accurate to [+ or -] 2[degrees]F. Standard...

Alegacy Foodservice Products Group Inc. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The new line of skimmers from Alegacy offers one-piece, 18/8 stainless-steel construction and, according to the maker, is designed for heavy-duty use. The skimmers are available in diameters of 4", 4 3/4" and 6 1/4". www.olegacy.com, NRA Booth...

InterMetro Industries Corp. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Designed for durability and easy cleaning, Metro[R] polymer utility carts also feature Microban[R] antimicrobial product protection that, according to the maker, inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew on the shelves. Available in two-...

Garland/The Garland Group, an Enodis Co. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The Master convection oven from Garland is designed for strength and durability and includes 'mig' welding that, according to the maker, bonds the heavy, 12-gauge leg components together. The "no-turn" unit features a full-height,...

APW Wyott. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Designed to keep wrapped foods at 140[degrees]F., the DWC-17 line of display cabinets from APW now includes a new model that's available in black. Features remain the same: curved side supports and two adjustable shelves that, according to the...

Panasonic. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... Offering stainless-steel construction inside and out, the Sonic Steamer[R] from Panasonic measures 26" wide and, according to the maker, uses microwave energy to heat the water content of foods to the boiling point rapidly. The unit is...

Zanussi Professional. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... According to the maker, the Zanussi pasta station can produce up to 200 3 1/2-oz. portions/hour, depending on the kind of pasta chosen, and is suitable for areas with limited space. The station can include automatic pasta cookers, worktops,...

Univex Corp. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The PerfectPeeler[TM] from Univex is designed to peel two melon halves in 20 seconds or less, without the bruising and waste of manual peeling, to create an eye-appealing presentation. According to the maker, Model WP200 pares any size...

Aleco[TM]. (product marketplace).
May 1, 2003... The new MaxLok[TM] series from Aleco[TM] is designed to provide quick installation of strip doors. The system includes fabricated .090-gauge aluminum and injection-molded, bullet-like buttons and, according to the maker, can be used with all...

The blurring lines of competitive conflict. (parting shot).(foodservice equipment and supplies manufacturer reps)
May 1, 2003... The subject of competitive conflict, defined for the purposes of this article as the representation of like items by independent reps, is a complex issue that has become increasingly difficult for manufacturers' reps to manage. The foodservice...

Product trends.
May 1, 2003... Mealstream Series 5 Microwave/Convection Oven Garland Commercial Industries Model CTM3206015A (Standard and Deluxe Models) Phone: 800-424-2411 Fax: 800-624-0218 E-mail: joef@garland-group.com Web site:...