Foodservice Equipment & Supplies articles from May 2008

Foodservice Equipment & Supplies archives from May 2008

Harrah's Waterfront Buffet, Atlantic City, N.J.(Company overview)
May 1, 2008... By Donna Boss, Contributing Editor An equipment package raises theeatertainment in this hotel and casino buffet to a new level, making the dining establishment more appealing in an intensely competitive marketplace. The inventive, creative...

The Winner's Circle & The Starting Gate at Humana in Louisville, Ky.
May 1, 2008... Staff At Humana's headquarters in Louisville, Ky., seven buildings house approximately 8,500 employees. Two thousand of these employees work in the corporate tower, which, until April 11, 2007, had no foodservice other than a lobby shop...

Council Oak Restaurant at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tampa, Tampa, Fla.
May 1, 2008... Staff The evolution of the kitchen as center stage for entertainment, interaction and education takes on a new dimension at this hotel and casino's steakhouse featuring a butcher shop, an island suite, side-by-side charbroilers, an oyster...

A Friend in the Business Bargreen Ellingson.(Editorial)(Company overview)
May 1, 2008... By Joseph Carbonara, Editor in Chief Bargreen Ellingson has translated an unwavering passion for foodservice into an aggressive yet sustainable growth pattern that allows the company to convert customers not into transactions but friends....

Cris Gross.
May 1, 2008... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor Stafford-Smith, Traverse City, Mich. Like many dealers in the industry, Cris Gross began his career as a DSR from the ground up. Before joining Stafford-Smith in Traverse City, Mich., when it...

The Power of Passion.(Bargreen Ellingson, 2008 Dealer of the Year)(Editorial)
May 1, 2008... Joseph M. Carbonara, Editor in Chief Some people that work in foodservice think the industry suffers from an image problem. To them, they think that the outside world sees foodservice professionals as little more than burger flippers or...

Hotels Up the Ante.
May 1, 2008... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor An increased number of hotel restaurants are being run by independent operators set on making their mark in the foodservice industry. In the past, many travelers perceived hotel restaurants, with...

Cafe at The New York Times, New York City.
May 1, 2008... By Donna Boss, Contributing Editor This new glass building housing one of the world's largest and most prestigious newspaper publishing companies features a foodservice operation that boasts custom-designed counters, tray slides and single...

Manitowoc Buys Enodi.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Manitowoc Co. announced it has reached an agreement for a recommended acquisition of Enodis plc in a transaction valued at approximately $2.1 billion. The transaction, which was unanimously approved by both companies' boards of...

Chain Expansion Report.
May 1, 2008... Staff Bennigan's, Ruby Tuesday and other chains release expansion information. * Bennigan's opened a restaurant in Nassau, the chain's first Bahamas location, and its 52nd international unit. * With the opening of its Grand Blanc,...

Unified Brands Welcomes New Associates.
May 1, 2008... Staff Unified Brands named Bob Arthur as its new chain account sales manager. The equipment manufacturer also announced that Michael Williams rejoined the company as director of culinary marketing. A 20-plus-year industry veteran,...

FCSI Names Chris Bigelow to Board of Trustees.(Foodservice Consultants Society International )(Brief article)
May 1, 2008... Staff The Foodservice Consultants Society International (FCSI) introduced Chris Bigelow as its newest member of the board of trustees. Bigelow, president of Bigelow Cos. Inc., was elected during the association's member-at-large election...

Famous Dave's Names New CEO and President.
May 1, 2008... Staff Famous Dave's named Wilson Craft as its new president and chief executive officer. A 25-year veteran of the casual-dining industry, Craft most recently served as executive vice president of operations for Longhorn Steakhouse, a...

Burger King Names New Exec VP.
May 1, 2008... Staff Burger King named Peter Tan executive vice president and president of the chain's Asia Pacific operations, effective immediately. Tan reports to John Chidsey, chief executive officer. Tan joined Burger King in 2006 to oversee...

Hobart to Grant $5,000 for Sustainable Program.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Hobart Center for Foodservice Sustainability announced plans to award a $5,000 grant to the individual or company judged to have the best-executed foodservice or food retail sustainability project of the year. Hobart is accepting...

Robeks CEO Resigns.
May 1, 2008... Staff Robeks Corp. Chief Executive Officer and President Sheri Miksa resigned from her post. The company appointed John Sheppard, a member of the board of directors and operating partner at Emigrant Capital, as interim president during the...

Enodis Names Dei Dolori Group Managing Director.
May 1, 2008... Staff Enodis plc appointed Phillip Dei Dolori to group managing director-Europe and Asia. His responsibilities will include overseeing all business units, functions and regional sales outside the Americas. Dei Dolori joined Scotsman in...

Wendy's Names Farrar Chief of North America Operations.
May 1, 2008... Staff Wendy's International Inc. named Steve Farrar chief of North America operations, a newly created position. Farrar is responsible for improving restaurant operations at both company and franchise restaurants in all three U.S. regions...

Candle Lamp Announces New Pres, CEO.
May 1, 2008... Staff Candle Lamp, a manufacturer of candle lamps, clear liquid wax and chafing fuels for the foodservice industry, named Don Hinshaw president and chief executive officer. Hinshaw most recently worked for Corona, Calif.-based Westar...

Shells Seafood Restaurants Names New CEO.
May 1, 2008... Staff Shells Seafood Restaurants Inc. named Marc Bernstein chief executive officer. Bernstein had served in various leadership positions at Dallas BBQ, a chain of seven restaurants located in New York City, and has been the owner/operator...

Women's Foodservice Forum Honors Achievements.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Women's Foodservice Forum announced the recipients of its 2008 WFF Trailblazer Award, WFF Leadership Award, and WFF Entrepreneur of the Year Award. These awards recognize individuals who have made a significant impact on the...

Somat Acquires Master Disposers.
May 1, 2008... Staff Lancaster, Pa.-based Somat Co., an ITW Food Equipment Group manufacturer of waste handling systems, announced the acquisition of Master Disposers Inc., in Cincinnati. This marks Somat's second acquisition in the past several years....

HFM Announces Election Results.(Healthcare Foodservice Management)(Brief article)
May 1, 2008... Staff The National Society for Healthcare Foodservice Management (HFM) announced the results of its 2008-2009 election. Kris Schroeder, director of nutrition, environmental and conference services at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, will...

IH/M&RS Accepting Gold Key Awards Entries.
May 1, 2008... Staff The International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show (IH/M&RS) invites hospitality designers to submit entries for the 28th annual Gold Key Awards for Excellence in Hospitality Design. The foodservice categories for hotel submissions...

Master-Bilt Announces New Hires.(appointed Dea Brown, national accounts manager, and Dele Beaty, director of quality)(Brief article)
May 1, 2008... Staff Master-Bilt announced two new hires to its team. They are Dea Brown, national accounts manager, and Dele Beaty, director of quality. Brown has more than 10 years of experience in the foodservice industry, specifically in...

Steak n Shake Announces Management Changes.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Steak n Shake Co. announced several changes in its management structure. Wayne Kelley was appointed interim chairman and chief executive officer, replacing Alan Gilman. The company also promoted Jeffrey Blade to interim...

Call for Entries for FE&S 2008 Tabletop Awards.
May 1, 2008... Staff Foodservice Equipment & Supplies magazine announces a call for entries for the 2008 Tabletop Performance Awards. Manufacturers, dealers, distributors, manufacturers' reps, tabletop specifiers, consultants and foodservice operators...

Correction.(Correction notice)
May 1, 2008... Staff In the 'Consultant's Viewpoint,' entitled 'Hoods Go Green,' from the April 2008 issue, FE&S mistakenly listed the speeds associated with proper kitchen ventilation as cubic-feet-per-minute (CFM). The correct unit of measurement is...

In Brief.(Brief article)
May 1, 2008... Staff The Vollrath Co. gave Bob Walsh the District Sales Manager of the Year Award for his representation of the Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska regions... Burgerville received a national Best Practices Honor from the American Psychological...

Small Business Research Points to Customer Service.
May 1, 2008... Staff The owners and managers of small food and beverage companies said programs that satisfy customer needs and motivate their employees will be most important for helping their companies grow in the coming months, according to the latest...

Green Tip of the Month.
May 1, 2008... Staff LEED buildings have 3.8-percent higher occupancy compared to non-LEED buildings. Rental rates in Energy Star buildings represent a $2.38-per-square-foot premium over comparable non-Energy Star buildings, and have 3.6-percent higher...

Trans-Fat-Free Oil and Fryers.(Interview)
May 1, 2008... Ina Pinkney, Chef/OwnerIna's, Chicago, brkfstqn@aol.com Amidst growing health concerns, rising obesity levels, and reports that the french fries we used to eat did more damage to our hearts than we might have realized, the demand for...

Times Change, Not Values.(2008 is Singer Equipment Co.'s 90th anniversary)
May 1, 2008... Fred Singer, President, Singer Equipment Co., Elverson, Pa., fjsinger@singerequipment.com 2008 is Singer Equipment Co.'s 90th anniversary. The editors of FE&S asked me to use this occasion to reflect on where we have come from, and where...

Master-Bilt Products, Standex Foodservice Group.
May 1, 2008... Staff The BSD Series of self-contained, bottom-mount solid-door reach-in refrigerators and freezers consists of six models that offer increased capacities of 24-, 52- and 80-cu.-ft. over the maker's previous units. Each unit features...

American Metalcraft.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Ruffle Collection of white ceramic serving items consists of three round and two square bowls that range in size from 40 oz. to 180 oz.; and three rectangular and two square platters. Featuring a ruffled edge, these items fit the...

Everpure LLC.
May 1, 2008... Staff Featuring a multi-step process that goes from testing to analysis to installation to maintenance, the Exubera Pro turnkey system will serve ambient, chilled and chilled sparkling water. The system includes a water filtration system...

Advance Tabco.
May 1, 2008... Staff The 7-PS-56 Space Saving Contained Hand Sink measures 12" wide with dual side splashes 7¾" high, making it suitable for any prep area or location where space is an issue. Features include stainless-steel construction and wall...

C. Cretors and Co.
May 1, 2008... Staff Cornditioner Cabinets are suited for displaying popcorn in stadiums, theaters, amusement parks and concession stands. Features include dual thermostats to control temperature and a lighted sign for merchandising. Available in...

Alto-Shaam Inc.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Cook/Hold/Smoke Oven Model 1767-SK/III features electronic controls that allow the unit to hold tight temperature tolerances. The maker's Suretemp(TM) feature provides compensation for heat loss when the door opens and an audible...

Eagle Group.
May 1, 2008... Staff Red Hots[R] heat lamps feature non-corrosive, durable aluminum exterior construction; a reflector plate that focuses heat from the calrod heating element; and dedicated switches for each of the elements. Operators can choose from...

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

Bunn-O-Matic Corp.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Tiger XL Cool Froth(TM) automatic espresso machine can produce up to 100 8-oz. hot or cold drinks per hour. The 16"-wide unit features a double hopper that can hold up to 1½ lbs. of fresh beans, allowing operators to use...

Globe Food Equipment Co.
May 1, 2008... Staff The GVC600 Vegetable Cutter uses 40 different cutting discs to replicate most hand-cutting styles. Features include a large hopper opening, ¾-hp gear-driven motor, stainless-steel body and base, removable hopper head, 2-year...

Frymaster, An Enodis Co.
May 1, 2008... Staff The E4 Fryer-and-a-Half Electric Fryer features a compact footprint and combines a full-sized frypot and a half-sized frypot together with the maker's Footprint PRO[R] filtration system. Features include completely enclosed swing...

Brass Smith LLC.
May 1, 2008... Staff The line of Solera Heated Merchandisers consists of a variety of units including drop-ins, flangeless drop-ins, countertop displays, portable units with built-in food shields or round heated merchandisers. The Solera line features an...

San Jamar.
May 1, 2008... Staff Saf-Check(TM) is a combination thermometer holder and sanitizer test strip dispenser that's designed to help prevent health inspection violations, according to the maker. A carabiner clip and integrated pocket clip keep the unit...

Nemco Food Equipment Ltd.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Easy Tomato Slicer II comes equipped with a disposable pretensioned blade cartridge. Features include aluminum construction and a high-density polyethylene cutting board, which has antimicrobial protection. www.nemcofoodequip.com...

Molded Fiber Glass Tray Co.
May 1, 2008... Staff This lightweight composite tray features fiber-reinforced polymer construction and a non-skid coating with a 5-year warranty against bubbles and surface peeling. Available in three sizes: 14" and 16" round and 27" oval....

Structural Concepts.
May 1, 2008... Staff The BOX Series of refrigerated air-screen cases features a narrow profile and compressor ventilation channel that are designed to fit into alcoves and similar locations. The Breeze(TM) slide-out refrigeration system makes the unit...

Cleveland Range LLC, An Enodis Co.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Convotherm[R] Mini-Combi Oven-Steamer features the maker's Advanced Closed System that maintains humidity levels based on the type of food being prepared and a Crisp and Tasty feature that preserves moisture inside certain menu...

Wilbur Curtis Co. Inc.
May 1, 2008... Staff The G3 Iced Coffee Machine uses water and coffee powder to create creamy whipped coffees. Customers fill their cups with ice and push one button to dispense the beverage of their choice. Features include an easy-access front door and...

Fisher Mfg. Co. Inc.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Ultra Spray(TM) Valve delivers full cleaning strength at 1.15 GPM, according to the maker. Featuring solid-brass construction with no 'O' rings, the valve includes a fully insulated, solid bronze handle and a dish guard bumper...

Insinger Machine Co.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Model GW-40 Barmaster Glasswasher features EZ-Clean wash and rinse arms, side panels and a 110V electrical connection. According to the maker, the unit uses 1.4 gals. of water per cycle, accommodates 40 racks per hour and is easy...

Electrolux Professional Inc.
May 1, 2008... Staff Energy Star-qualified SMART Refrigeration units automatically detect ice buildup on the evaporator and de-ice it only when necessary. The refrigeration cabinet also uses CFC- and HCFC-free Cyclopentane insulation....

Tomlinson Industries.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Glenray[R] Kettle warms, holds and merchandises soups and other hot food specialties. The 10½-qt. unit comes with product cards and a stainless-steel food insert, hinged lid and ladle, and features adjustable temperature...

Hamilton Beach Commercial.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Summit[R] blender features auto-blend technology that senses when the desired drink profile has been achieved and automatically shuts off, according to the maker. Units feature hundreds of pre-programmed cycles and operators can...

Hoshizaki America Inc.
May 1, 2008... Staff The KM-1601MRH(3) Modular Crescent Cube Ice Machine produces up to 1,508 lbs. of ice per 24 hours. The unit, which complies with California Energy Commission requirements, according to the maker, features an alert system that sounds...

Mercer Cutlery, Div. Mercer Tool Corp.
May 1, 2008... Staff Individual sets from the Genesis[R] knife collection feature their own unique serial number and product registration. The line consists of 17 assorted, one-piece, fully forged German steel open-stock cutlery; a six-piece forged block...

Robot Coupe U.S.A. Inc.
May 1, 2008... Staff Operators using the R6VN variable-speed combination mixer can perform a range of tasks from delicate ones such as mixing, blending, slicing and dicing to more heavy-duty applications. To transition from one application to the next,...

MIWE America LLC.
May 1, 2008... Staff The backcombi electric baking station is suitable for retail applications and available with one or two convection ovens mounted on either one or two deck ovens. The oven holds five full baking pans or 10 half-sheet pans....

Metro (InterMetro Industries).
May 1, 2008... Staff (not pictured) The C5 line of cabinets provides continuous monitoring of temperature and humidity, allowing for accurate control over the units' internal environment. A digitally controlled heating and humidity system allows for...

The Montague Co.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Excalibur Crusader single-depth cooking suite is suitable for small, uniquely shaped kitchens. The maker designs each unit to customer specifications and can include a variety of equipment options, such as pass-through ovens,...

TableCraft Products Co.
May 1, 2008... Staff This beverage dispenser features a hingeless cover design and a removable reservoir with built-in ice chamber for easy cleaning. The double unit is constructed of stainless steel and polycarbonate and accommodates 1½ gals. of...

Hobart Corp.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Enzyme Factor line of cleaning products is biodegradable, non-corrosive and does not contain caustic ingredients, according to the maker. The line consists of Grease & Waste Digester, No-Rinse Floor Cleaner, Glass &...

Nexstep Commercial Products.
May 1, 2008... Staff (not pictured) The MaxiPlus(TM) Dust Mop features 100% microfiber construction, a double-sewn lock-stitch edge, a slip-on slot pocket and a quick-dry synthetic backing. The mop is available in sizes that include 18" x 5", 24" x 5",...

McCall Refrigeration, Manitowoc Fdsrv. Group, The Manitowoc Co.
May 1, 2008... Staff The maker's redesigned packaging system is designed to reduce damage to equipment that occurs during transport. Updated pallet design provides more stability and new honeycomb verticals eliminate adjacent freight from coming in...

Rubbermaid Commercial Products.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Pelouze[R] 600 and 800 Series of portion control scales requires no tools for assembly and is completely dishwasher-safe, according to the maker. Features include Quick-Stop technology and color-coded dials....

The Vollrath Co. LLC.
May 1, 2008... Staff The Mirage(TM) Induction Range and Warmer comes with a stainless-steel low-profile case and is available in three models. Features include Quad-Bridge(TM) circuitry for temperature control and an LED digital readout....

Hatco Corp.
May 1, 2008... Staff A third shelf has been added to the maker's GRSDS-24T and -36T Glo-Ray[R] Merchandising Warmers, providing operators with increased capacity in the same footprint. Other features include 60-watt coated incandescent lights, and...

Pyrogrill.
May 1, 2008... By Donna Boss, Contributing Editor This start-up concept leverages a simple yet highly efficient menu and equipment package to maintain high standards for food quality and service while keeping labor costs as low as possible. The...

Planet Smoothie.
May 1, 2008... By Lisa White, Contributing Edito This healthful chain has aggressive plans for expansion, in addition to adding co-branded locations. When the Planet Smoothie concept took root in 1995, smoothies were well on the way to becoming one...