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January 6, 2014
NAFEM Unveils Protocol Version 3.0
The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers has made equipment connectivity easier than ever with the introduction of its NAFEM Data Protocol Version 3.0. The new version identifies the basic data structure and leaves data definition in the manufacturer’s hands. Application notes include suggestions for implementation and data transfer, and provide implementation and data…
January 6, 2014
Shutdown Creating Risks To Food Safety
The government shutdown is endangering what America eats, according to food-safety experts. Offices are dark across the federal agencies charged with making sure that fruits, vegetables, dairy products and other domestically produced food are safe to consume. Inspectors, administrative staff, lab technicians, communications specialists and other support staff members have been sent home. The Food…
January 6, 2014
Margin Pressures
I’ve had two really interesting interviews in the past couple weeks. One was with Phil Dei Dolori and Dean Landeche at Manitowoc Foodservice and another with Selim Bassoul at Middleby. While the original topics were totally different—Manitowoc’s manufacturing strategy and Viking’s acquisition of Viking Range—both interviews came around to what operators in the current U.S….
January 6, 2014
Bon Chef Names Mottola To Helm U.S. Sales
Bon Chef has appointed Jeremy Mottola as its new v.p. of U.S. sales. Prior to his promotion, Mottola was growing market share for Lafayette, N.J., company as v.p.-eastern regional and international sales. In his new post, he will oversee all sales of Bon Chef’s line of flatware, servingware, buffet equipment and custom millwork products in…
January 6, 2014
April 12: The Drop-Dead Deadline For Top Dealer Surveys
Okay, so the original deadline was April Fool’s Day and at least some of you were busy getting ready for FEDA’s Annual Convention. Well, like us, you’re back at work. So if you haven’t already submitted your paperwork and data for Foodservice Equipment Reports’ annual “Top Dealer Report” survey, we’re giving you a few more…
January 6, 2014
Dealers, IDPC Continue Battling Interior Design Legislation
The fight continues against legislation that could limit a foodservice distributor’s ability to bid on or perform interior-design work. FEDA reports that in April it notified its South Carolina members about a hearing regarding HB 3417, a bill which, if adopted, would be one of the most restrictive interior-design laws in the country and make…
January 6, 2014
Rep Firm Adds Chef
Pecinka Ferri Associates has added Dave Noel to its sales team in the newly created position of corporate chef. Noel will be focused on specialty foodservice equipment sales for the Little Falls, N.J., manufacturer’s rep firm.
January 6, 2014
Gleitsmann Shifts From Scotsman To Exec Role At Ali Group
Rich Gleitsmann, the president of Ali Group North America, effective September 1. He will transition from his role at Scotsman, a division of the Ali Group. In his new role as EVP, Gleitsmann will be responsible for driving improvement programs throughout Ali Group companies within North America in close, personal collaboration with CEO Filippo Berti,…
January 6, 2014
Middleby Slates Lee For Aftermarket Service Post
Kelly Lee has joined The Middleby Corp. as senior v.p.-technical solutions and aftermarket services. Lee had been president of 3Wire Group, a national supplier of foodservice and beverage replacement parts, since 2010. He’ll be responsible for managing technical solutions to enhance and strengthen aftermarket support and integrating parts distribution and service functions for the Elgin,…
January 6, 2014
Dealers Mark Major Anniversaries
Two dealers are celebrating notable anniversaries in the E&S business this year. Gold Star Products, a full-service restaurant supplier in Oak Park, Mich., is celebrating its 90th anniversary. Gold Star has been family-owned since its founding in 1923. The company reported 2012 sales of $$12 million. Buffalo Hotel Supply is marking its 75th year as…
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