Foodservice Equipment & Supplies articles from October 2003

Foodservice Equipment & Supplies archives from October 2003

Observations from NAFEM.(editor's perspective)
October 1, 2003... When you walk a show, especially a major event such as NAFEM's 2003 exposition last month in New Orleans, you can take the pulse of an industry. This year, it seemed, the beat was a little stronger, a little more up-tempo, than when we all met...

Luxury foodservice with a healthful twist.(news & events)(Jewish Hospital's Trager Pavilion in Louisville, Kentucky)
October 1, 2003... Luxury has become a way of life for many, working its way into the most utilitarian of places, from the workplace to the home. Its only natural, then, that the demand for comfort and quality would find an expression in another formerly...

FEDA releases economic survey.(news & events)(Foodservice Equipment Distributors Association)
October 1, 2003... The Foodservice Equipment Distributors Association has released results from its most recent online economic survey of the dealer community that show a mildly optimistic industry outlook. According to the results, found in the Aug. 4 "FEDA...

NRA Performance Index soars.(news & events)(National Restaurant Association)
October 1, 2003... The National Restaurant Association's (NRA's) Restaurant Performance Index--a monthly composite that tracks the health of and outlook for the U.S. restaurant industry--jumped 1.7% in July. The July gain marked the fourth increase in the last...

McDonald's testing automated equipment.(news & events)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... McDonald's is now testing several new pieces of automated equipment at its Romeoville, Ill., "innovation site," according to Dow Jones Newswires. The equipment, which was shown to the press during a recent media event, includes self-order...

Paul Burgoyne joins Boelter.(news & events)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Milwaukee-based dealer The Boelter Companies has announced that long-time industry executive Paul Burgoyne has joined the firm's leadership ranks. Burgoyne assumed the newly created position of vice president of sales and marketing, where...

NRAEF introduces online ServSafe training.(news & events)(National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation has launched an online ServSafe Manager Certification Training Course, complementing the training that is already available in print, on video and on CD-ROM. The course can be...

Piper acquires two Hatco product lines.(news & events)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Piper Products Inc. has acquired two product lines from Hatco Corp: the company's cook & chill ovens and its selection of humidified holding cabinets. The oven line uses radiant and convection heat for cooking and then holds products until...

Jasper White sues Red Lobster.(news & events)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Noted chef Jasper White (featured in the September 2003 print issue of FE&S) has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Red Lobster's parent company for its use of the phrase "Share the Love" as a tag line for the seafood chain. ...

Energy Star releases new specs.(news & events)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Energy Star program has released specifications for steam cookers, fryers and hot holding cabinets. Products that are Energy Star-certified reduce or prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting energy efficiency guidelines distributed...

MAFSI Business Barometer falls in Q2.(news & events)(Manufacturers' Agents Association for the Foodservice Industry)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Manufacturers' Agents Association for the Foodservice Industry has reported that its Business Barometer dropped 1.1% in the second quarter compared to a year ago. The barometer is calculated using surveys of manufacturers' representatives...

Chain update: latest from Yum, Red Robin, others.(news & events)
October 1, 2003... Yum! Brands has appointed Gregg Dedrick to the post of president of its KFC U.S. division. Dedrick has worked with Yum! for 10 years, most recently serving as executive vice president of people and shared services. He replaces Cheryl Bachelder,...

Doing business in the dark.(consultant's viewpoint)(foodservice equipment and supplies industry)
October 1, 2003... We have entered an era of constant and unpredictable change. A sluggish economy, combined with the emergence of never satisfied customers, has created a environment that is challenging E&S manufacturers and distributors alike. This new...

A dual viewpoint on service.(operator's opinion)(restaurant owner and a supplier)
October 1, 2003... I approach this article with a different perspective from that of most traditional operators in that I hold two distinctly different positions within the distribution channel. For 43 years, I have owned and operated Murray's Steakhouse in...

2003 Tabletop Performance Award winners.
October 1, 2003... FE&S 2003 Tabletop Awards competition attracted a record number of" entries of extremely high quality, resulting in our panel of judges naming winners in all five categories, as well as four additional honorable mention designations, for a...

Top of their class.(FE&S Special Report)
October 1, 2003... Which firm makes the best light equipment? Who do dealers think produces the best refrigeration? Which maker of combi ovens do consultants prefer? What do companies in the supply chain value most in their partners? The answers to all these...

Baptist Health Medical Center: Little Rock, Ark.(facility design: project of the month)
October 1, 2003... A roll-in blast chiller, walk-in and roll-through refrigerators, freezers, combi steamer-ovens, steam-jacketed kettles, fryers, a tray line and a whole gamut of other new equipment were installed as part of this medical center's multi-phase...

Hitting the sales hot spots with ovens: to understand how the most popular (and some of the most innovative) ovens can add value for customers, it's important to remain current with their most salient selling features.(product sales tips)
October 1, 2003... * Conventional range ovens, so named because their cooking cavities sit beneath a cooktop, remain the workhorse in many kitchens, offering the maximum in durability, flexibility and concentrated cooking "firepower." * Convection ovens, on...

Ronald Apple: Edward Don & Co., Atlanta.(DSR of the month)
October 1, 2003... Ronald Apple, sales representative for Edward Don in Atlanta and FE&S' DSR of the Month for October 2003, expresses justifiable confidence as a result of coming off the two best years of his career. Apple's secret? "I guess it's that...

D'Angelo Sandwich Shops: at a time when the popularity of sandwiches in the quick-service restaurant category is growing, D'Angelo Sandwich Shops continues to differentiate its menu offerings by the use of an on-site grill and off-site lineup of bakery equipment that produces fresh breads daily.(chain profile)
October 1, 2003... As American consumers continue their grab 'n go lifestyles, sandwiches hove seen an upturn in popularity. According to Technomic Inc., the sub/sandwich segment represents 2.65% of all foodservice sales, which were projected to reach...

Perking up: coffee stations & pantries: equipment packages for coffee preparation and service vary considerably from operation to operation, depending on the style of service, concept identity and volume of customers served.(e&s spotlight)
October 1, 2003... From a "caffeine oasis" providing a day-starting first cup of coffee, to a site offering a relaxing mid-day hot beverage break or a fresh-brewed premium conclusion to a memorable meal, coffee lovers count on operators to employ E&S that...

Amana Commercial Products.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Designed for use in kiosks cafes, coffee shops, delis and bars and grills, the "hoodless kitchen" combines Amana steamers, combination ovens and microwave ovens with Jade self-contained refrigerator bases According to the maker, the concept...

Tomlinson Industries.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Glenray[R] 10 1/2-qt. kettle from Tomlinson is designed to warm, hold and merchandise soups and other hot foods and, according to the maker, requires only a minimum of counter space. The electric unit features an adjustable temperature...

Hobart Corp.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Model SR24 under-counter dishwasher from Hobart is designee for use in nursing names, daycare centers, churches and coffee shoos The unit measures 24" wide x 24" deep x 34" high and features all-stainless steel construction, one-touch...

On The Level Inc.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Superlevel[R] self-adjusting table glides from On The Level are designed to stabilize the heaviest--or me lightest--wobbly tables. The glides measure 1 1/4" in diameter with a 1/4" threaded stud are available for weight loads of 15 to 140 lbs....

Alegacy Foodservice Products Group.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... According to the maker the Savoir line of chafers from Alegacy provides constant hassle-free heating and comes equipped with electrically heated water pans. The units are constructed of 18/10 stainless steel with a choice of either stainless or...

Eagle Group.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... DrainPerfect[TM] from Eagle is designed to drain a can of food quickly and safely in one step, without releasing any of the can's contents. According to the maker, the unit accommodates #6 and #10 cans and is available in a choice of two...

Rubbermaid[R] Commercial Products.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The new PROSERVE[TM] insulated carriers from Rubbermaid[R] are designed for transporting everything from insert pans and dishes to pizza boxes and beverages and, according to the maker, are dishwasher-safe and easy to clean. Available in a...

Advance Tabco.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Recently redesigned, the Model 7-PS-90 pedestal sink from Advance Taboo features a removable panel that, according to the maker, provides access to plumbing and easy temperature regulation. In addition, the stainless-steel unit offers a new...

Villeroy & Boch.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Villeroy & Bach's Marchesi collection of plates is designed to provide the ideal backdrop for creative presentation. According to the maker, the plates' outer diameter remains the same while the widths of the rims vary, which results in...

Cleveland Range, An Enodis Co.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... According to the maker, the new SteamChef[TM] 3 from Cleveland is a high-speed electric convection steamer that's both easy to use and easy to clean. The unit can accommodate up to three 12" x 20" x 2 1/2"-deep steam table pans, and is designed...

Lakeside Mfg. Inc.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Designed to heat both pellets and plates in the same unit, Lakeside's Model 7500 Duo-Therm[TM] self-leveling dispenser offers two separate heated compartments that are independently controlled. According to the maker, each compartment can...

American Metalcraft.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Stainless-steel baskets from American Metalcraft feature a retro-diner look and are designed for o variety of uses, from burger and fries presentations to table service of breads, crackers and rolls. According to the maker, the baskets are...

Vulcan-Hart Co.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The ER series of solid-state and computer-controlled electric fryers from Vulcan is now available with new controls. According to the maker, the user-friendly controls are displayed on an easy-to-clean, Flat touch-pad panel and use a plug-in...

Master-Bilt.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Designed for versatility, the Deli-Master[TM] series of refrigerated merchandisers from Master-Bilt is available in a variety of models and sizes. Standard features include a corrosion-resistant stainless-steel top that, according to the maker,...

Everpure Inc.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Model QC71 Single-MC water filtration system from Everpure is NSF-certified and designed to ensure the quality of beverages and other food items. According to the maker, the system's precoat filtration reduces chlorine and dirt down to 1/2...

Groen, A DI Foodservice Co.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... HyPerSteam gas convection steamers from Groen ore offered in a choice of models and come equipped with an internal blower that, according to the maker, increases steam velocity for faster cook times. Features include a two-probe warning system...

World Dryer Corp.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Designed with personal hygiene in mind, the automatic Wash Station from World Dryer includes sensors that, according to the maker, provide a complete soap and-water wash. Once rinsed, hands can be dried under a touchless warm-air nozzle or with...

Univex Corp.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... According to the maker, the automatic Bizerba SE12D slicer from Univex occupies little space and delivers up to 75 slices per minute. Safety features include automatic shut-off after 15 seconds or user-specified interval, and restart lockout....

Nor-Lake Inc.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Nor-Lake's Kold Locker[TM] walk ins include a choice of coolers freezers or combinations come equipped with the Capsule Pak[TM] refrigeration system and CFC-free HFC-134a polyurethane insulation and, according TO the maker, are available for...

Cres Cor.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... According to me maker Cres Cor's carving stations and infrared food warmers are now available in new Colors and shapes. The carving stations, designed with lamas over either heated oases or maple-block carving boards, feature polished-brass or...

Cooper-Atkins Corp.(products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Recently introduced the EconoTema Model 32311 thermocouple thermometer from Cooper-Atkins is designed with a temperature range of -40[degrees]F to 500[degrees]F, and an accuracy of [+ or -] 2[degrees]F. According to the maker, the unit is...

Gaining new benefits from IT.(parting shot)
October 1, 2003... The future of information technology in the foodservice E&S industry is very promising. The technological growth of our industry will be driven by innovative organizations that are able to foresee the benefits of IT development and are willing...