From the Editor: A Toast to FER

By Allison Rezendes

Our October issue serves as the 25th anniversary edition of Foodservice Equipment Reports.

Krowne Metal Names New Sales Manager

By FER Edit

The manufacturer in the foodservice and plumbing equipment supply industry added to its sales team with the hiring of Joe Wilson as Eastern regional sales manager for the plumbing division.

TIndex Shows Softening of Foodservice Industry Growth

By FER Edit

August’s TIndex showed decelerated growth in the restaurant industry, in part due to the delta variant, according to Technomic.

Flat Tech Appoints Vice President of National Accounts

By FER Edit

Flat Tech has picked up foodservice industry veteran Joe Fera as its new vice president of national accounts.

Lancer Taps New President

By FER Edit

Lancer Worldwide, a provider of beverage dispensing equipment, has tapped Matt Whitener as president.

Expansion Roundup: Chicken, Burger, Pizza and Sub Brands Mark New Territory

By FER Edit

This week in Expansion Roundup, a chicken tenders chain, burger joint, pizza concept and sub shop are marking new territory. Here’s a look at their latest plans.

Lou Malnati’s Reportedly Sold to Private Investment Firm Meritage

By FER Edit

The private investment firm Meritage Group reportedly is purchasing the deep-dish, Chicago-style pizza chain Lou Malnati’s.

Foodservice Equipment Reports’ 25-Year Evolution

By Lauren Coughlin

Foodservice Equipment Reports honors its past and shares its vision for the company’s future on its 25th anniversary.

25 Innovative Ideas Happening Now in Foodservice E&S

By Karen M. Alley

Twenty-five years covering the foodservice equipment and supplies industry serves as a milestone worth celebrating. But of those 25 years, this past year marks a monumental one. Everyone faced disruptions, from limits on indoor dining capacity to supply chain problems to workforce shortages. One theory in business and economics states disruption leads to innovation. As…

Publisher’s Note: Our Silver Anniversary

By Randy Hano

On FER’s 25th anniversary, our publisher reflects on the growth of the magazine and company at large.

Krispy Kreme To Fill a Hole in Canadian Market With New Deal

By FER Edit

The doughnut chain announced it was taking majority control over Krispy K Canada. With just 11 points of access across the country, Canada represents a significant opportunity for expansion.

Blanco Professional Becomes B.PRO

By FER Edit

Starting next month, the German manufacturer Blanco Professional will become known as B.PRO.