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August 2006
EQUIPPING MAID-RITE
By The Editors
MAKING THE SWITCH TO BRAISING
When Maid-Rite switched from pre-cooked, rethermed ground
beef for its signature loose meat sandwiches to beef
prepared daily on site, the chain went looking for a
braising skillet. The choice: a 15-gal. electric tilting
skillet that Cleveland says offers a high-efficiency heating
system with even heat distribution, thanks to heating
elements cast into the aluminum pan bottom. Model SET-15
provides adjustable temps from 175°F
to 425°F, fast heat and recovery
times, and easy tilting. Construction is all stainless, and
the unit is UL and NSF approved. Can be mounted on a stand
or tabletop.
Cleveland Range/Enodis
216/481-4900
www.clevelandrange.com
SMART FRYERS GET THE NOD
Computer-controlled circuitry and an instant-on feature drew
the attention of Maid-Rite buyers when they saw the Pitco
Solstice line of fryers. The line offers Intellifry computer
control with touchpad functioning, 12-character displays for
easy-to-read visuals, a solid-state integrated circuit
design, and a “lifeguard” system that limits the cycling of
fryer controls to prolong life. Solstice fryers come with
welded tanks and an extra-smooth finish for easy cleaning.
They also feature high-temp alloy s/s heat baffles that are
mounted in the heat exchanger tubes to provide maximum
heating and combustion efficiency.
Pitco Frialator/Middleby
800/258-3708
www.pitco.com
FREEZER MAKES MORE WORK ROOM
Sporting a 2 1/2”-thick worktop with 4” removable backsplash, the
Beverage-Air worktop freezer contributes additional
workspace along with its freezing capabilities. Cabinets are
insulated with foamed-in-place polyurethane material of 2”
minimum thickness, and the refrigeration system utilizes
R-134a refrigerant metered by a capillary tube system. The
unit also offers front-breathing capability, thanks to
grilles located below the doors, so you can place the unit
anywhere, including up against a wall. Meanwhile, an
interior forced-air system with high-humidity evaporator
coils creates an ideal environment for food preservation,
says Bev-Air.
Beverage-Air/Carrier
800/845-9800
www.beverage-air.com
FRY, THEN HOLD
Merco Savory says its Fried Food Holding Station makes it
easy to hold fried foods crisply, thanks to its convected
air holding properties, which effectively warm foods without
overcooking. An internally controlled temperature of 230°F
is directed over and through fried product, maintaining
optimum product temps and crispness. The product tray,
grease tray and dividers are easily removed for cleaning,
and solid stainless construction provides durability. Choose
from two models with lighted on/of switches.
Merco Savory/Enodis
800/547-2513
www.mercosavory.com
BAKE AND PROOF IN TIGHT FOOTPRINT
When Maid-Rite kitchen planners made equipment selections
for onsite baking, they went with several items from Piper
Products, including the OP-3 oven-proofer. Standing in just
8 sq. ft. of floor space, the OP-3’s oven decks are each
individually thermostatically controlled to provide a hearth
bake, and the combination of natural convection and radiant
heat means your product won’t dry out, says Piper. You get
full-view, heat-reflective tempered glass doors with
optional cool-touch technology, and a high-volume blower in
the proofer that circulates heat and humidity. Capacity is
three pans in the oven and nine pans in the proofer. Other
features: positive magnetic door closure, 60-min. timer.
Piper Products
800/544-3057
www.piperonline.net
BREW TO MEET THE NEED
Bunn’s 12-cup Automatic Coffee Brewer with three lower
warmers lets you keep up with coffee demand in your dining
room. Model CWTF15-3 brews 3.8 gals. to 7.5 gals. of coffee
per hour. While one pot brews, two rest on warmer plates,
ready for serving. Features include all-stainless
construction, hot water faucet and back-up pour-over
feature, and SplashGuard funnel to deflect hot liquids from
the hand. Footprint is 16.5”W x 17.7”D. Unit is UL listed
and NSF certified.
Bunn Corp.
800/637-8606
www.bunn.com
COMPACT SIZE, HEAVY-DUTY MICROWAVING
Step up to the Panasonic NE-1258 microwave oven and you’ll
be looking at a unit that provides 1200W of cooking power in
a 16 5/8”W x 20”D footprint, top and bottom energy feeds, a
60-program memory and enhanced diagnostics. The UL-approved
and NSF-listed NE-1258 relies on two magnetrons for its
operation and accommodates one 6”-tall half-size steam table
pan with cover. Other features include a Grab & Go door
handle, easy-to-clean air filter, see-through oven door,
removable ceiling spatter shield and digital display.
Panasonic Commercial
201/348-5377
www.panasonic.com/cmo
YOUR WALK-IN, YOUR WAY
The R-Series walk-in from Kolpak features seven standard
panel configurations and five metal finishes. Its handle is
ergonomically designed to not overlap with the door jamb,
which Kolpak says eliminates misalignment difficulties. Plus
a third hinge is built into the handle to add stability. A
sweep gasket reduces energy leaks with an airtight seal
along the door bottom, and the door perimeter, jamb and
threshold are made of fiberglass reinforced plastic to
resist rust, dents and scratches. Crown molding and kick
plates add door protection in case of accidental impacts,
and a digital temperature gauge clearly displays your
walk-in’s temp. Options include structural flooring,
architectural lights, built-in interior ramp and sliding
door.
Kolpak/Manitowoc
800/826-7036
www.kolpak.com
MIX, CHILL, SERVE
Need to shake things up—and boost the bottom line—with ice
cream treats? Consider adding the Mix ’N Chill 94950 from
Hamilton Beach, a unit you can use to create milkshakes and
other frozen desserts. Use soft or hard ice cream and add a
variety of candy mix-ins. The unit’s variable-speed control
via a rotary dial lets you mix to your specifications each
and every time. You get a s/s agitator designed for vertical
blending and a splash shield that can be easily removed for
cleaning. The unit comes standard with base, spindle, splash
shield and Sure Grip feet. Dimensions are 10”W x 8 3/4”D x
25 3/4”H.; NSF and UL listed.
Hamilton Beach Commercial
866/285-1087
http://commercial.hamiltonbeach.com
10 HIGH-END ICE CREAM HANDLING
When your dessert lineup needs some special attention, check
out the Silver King Fountainette. Its modular design
includes five pans with covers and ladles to hold ice cream
toppings, high-efficiency refrigeration, automatic defrost,
forced-air circulation, and a dry storage cabinet that can
attach to the side. Insulation is foamed-in-place
polyurethane, and refrigerant is CFC-free R-134a. Options
include five syrup jars and four pumps, including one
heavy-duty chocolate syrup pump. Unit is ETL and NSF listed.
Silver King
763/923-2441
www.silverking.com
QUIET CUBER KEEPS ITSELF CLEAN
Designed with flexibility in mind, the Eclipse CME 686
600-lb. cuber moves the compressor and condenser out of the
machine and onto the roof, leaving you a quiet, serviceable,
narrow-profile unit with easy access for cleaning, says
Scotsman. The 686’s modular design features a compressor
pressure regulator valve that ensures optimum performance.
The unit is also equipped with CM3 technology that offers
Auto IQ Control System, the CM3 evaporator and a rust-free
polyethylene base and food zone that’s backed by a lifetime
rust warranty. The unit also features ReliaClean, a
simplified pushbutton cleaning process to help keep the
machine clean. Another key to cleaning: AquaArmor, which
uses AgIon, a silver-based antimicrobial, to reduce the
growth of bacteria, mold, algae, etc. Footprint of the 686
is 22”W x 16 1/2”D.
Scotsman Ice Systems/Enodis
800/726-8762
www.scotsman-ice.com
SERVE CARB AND NONCARB TOGETHER
Draw your customers to six, eight or 10 drink options with
the illuminated graphics of the Enduro 250 ice drink
dispenser. A coldplate-to-valve manifolding design allows
you to serve any combination of carbonated or noncarbonated
flavors. Meanwhile, an ice dispensing system with positive
shut-off provides excellent ice targeting, says Cornelius.
Unit accepts top-mount cubers with manual ice fill
capability, and the modular design of Enduro allows for easy
component access from the front. Choose from UF-1 sanitary
levers or pushbutton valves.
IMI Cornelius
800/238-3600
www.cornelius.com |
