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November 1, 2021

From the Editor: Your Guide to Spec’ing

You may notice our features section looks a little different this month.

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October 29, 2021

Quarterly Highlights: Starbucks Sets Sales Record, Yum Brands Pushes for Growth Record and More

Despite COVID-related difficulties, increased costs, supply chain issues and operating challenges, many brands are posting strong systemwide sales for the last quarter. Here’s a look at highlights from four brands’ earnings calls that took place this week.

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October 29, 2021

Bargreen Ellingson Acquires Bintz Restaurant Supply Co.

Bargreen Ellingson has acquired the Salt Lake City-based foodservice E&S business Bintz Supply Co., which was founded in 1893 by W.H Bintz as a distributor of GE appliances and Pillsbury baking supplies.

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October 29, 2021

Expansion Roundup International Edition: Brands Head Overseas

From Popeyes heading into Eastern Europe and Wayback Burgers entering the Asian market, brands aren’t limiting themselves to the U.S. In this week’s Expansion Roundup International Edition, FER is taking a look at recently announced global expansion plans for four brands.

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October 28, 2021

Noodles & Co. Phases Out Plastic Straws

It’s out with the plastic and in with the paper for Noodles & Co. The brand released its first impact report, highlighting key sustainability initiatives, and a change in straws was among them.

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October 28, 2021

Drones Are Delivering for C3

Those ordering delivery from within two miles of select C3 virtual kitchens are getting their meals brought to them by drones.

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October 28, 2021

Smart Care Continues Its Acquisition Streak With Two More

The provider of commercial kitchen equipment repair and maintenance services announced two more specialty equipment-focused acquisitions—PureMist Corp. and VP Coffee—bringing its total number of acquisitions to 11.

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October 28, 2021

McDonald’s Partners With IBM To Fast Track Its Automated Drive-Thrus

After testing automated, AI-powered drive-thru technology at select restaurants this past spring, McDonald’s now is looking to ramp up the tech.

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October 28, 2021

Starbucks Works To Smooth Operations With New Equipment, Floor Design

Starbucks announced investments in new equipment, better floor design and continued work at the Tryer Center that, combined, aim to reduce complexity in the stores, make shifts easier for employees and improve the customer experience.

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October 28, 2021

Clipper Corp. Taps Industry Veteran as New Senior Vice President

The supplier of professional kitchen accessories and restaurant supplies has named Stuart Sharp senior vice president of the foodservice division.

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