Question

We are looking at specifying an electric 5kg coffee roaster in the ground floor of a 10-storey building. Cannot vent externally due to being listed so has to go to roof.
Manufacturers literature refers to flammable products being given off during the process and very high temperature of the exhaust gasses. Also chaff collection.
Does anyone have any experience of installing these and how the extract system functions safely?

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1. We have used these in the past from Fracino but re only small.
   They do however require ducting due to the smoke as a result of the final roasting process
2. he issue that your member has is something that I have dealt with before. Ventilation for this type of operation can be achieved but it doesn’t come cheap as the extract duct will most likely need to be fire rated right through the building as well as needing other specialised plant.
   Happy to help if I can.Best Regards,Steve Cole.

   FOODSERVICE VENTILATION CONSULTANTS.
   mobile; +44 (0) 7976 912521.
   tel; +44 (0) 1635 250558.
   email; fvconsultants@aol.com

Question

Are any of our Members aware of an independent Induction Specialist Engineer, in the south east?

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1. TAG Catering Equipment UK Ltd – http://www.tagukltd.com/

Question

I have a client that is looking for wall mounted stainless steel soap and hand towel dispensers. Any help would be appreciated.

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1. CED/ tournous.
2. Jantex do both of the below, if only  few needed they can buy from RB Uropa or direct I’m sure if plenty.
3. One of our other customers uses a company called ware wash essentials. They have a good range.
4. Franke Sissons used to do some.
5. We can supply stainless steel soap and hand towel dispensers. If you could let me know how many of each your customer requires, I would be happy to send a quote over.Kind RegardsSylvester Keal

   Tel: 01472 352033

   www.sylvesterkeal.co.uk

6. There’s a company who does all washroom related products https://www.commercialwashroomsltd.co.uk/products/washroom-dispensers/paper-towel-dispensers – more stainless steel washroom products than you could shake a stick at!

Question

Does any CEDA Member know of anyone who can repair Rorgue catering equipment – with knowledge of the equipment please?

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1. Trevor Burke of Exclusive Ranges sells Rorgue in the UK.
2. TAG Catering Equipment UK Ltd – http://www.tagukltd.com/
3. I would suggest that they contact Rorgue directly at info@rorgue.com to find out if they have any service arrangements in the UK
4. Vision Commercial Kitchens have excellent engineers that could look after equipment of this type – Nationwide – so if you wish to discuss this further please contact David Andrews – david.andrews@visionck.co.uk
5. Adrian – 07831686599. He is an engineer that I know has done a lot of Rourge ranges installation and service work and work for me in the past both under exclusive and direct. He may pass you back to Trevor at exclusive ranges.
6. They should speak with Steve Hobbs at Grade Cuisine – Steve@grandecuisine.co.uk They work with and have worked with bespoke cooking suites for years and their main technical guy Bob, carries out service and maintenance work across the UK.

Question

Can the membership recommend any project management software that they are happy with?

It needs to be able to manage multiple projects, be able to schedule staff as a resource but for a smaller business so will only need up to 10 user logins. I expect it will be web based but even better if is app based too.

Sorry, there aren’t any answers for this question at the moment, please check back at a later date

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1. As far as I’m aware we’ve never been asked, if this is through a main contractor could they “piggy back” on their system ?

Question

I have a request please from a customer for a small glass / bottle crusher, either behind a bar or back of house area but only small.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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1. I would advise they speak with Gary Barnabas at IMC; they have a solution for exactly that which is 300-400mm wide and fits within a backbar.
2. We would recommend IMC
3. I believe Metcalfe have one that is about 500mm wide.

Question

We require an external catering scheme designer working in Revit to carry out designs for a  BIM Level 2 scheme we are involved with.  This person should have experience in implementing BIM Level 2 on previous projects.

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1. ABDA do work to BIM L2 however not in the software stated.
2. Mark Shentall – mark.shentall@edgedpm.com

Question

Does anyone know of a good “drop in”  gas fryer twin basket, single tank with V shaped well ideally not a tube fryer please?  I know of the solstice unit by Pitco but it’s too deep front to back to fit into counter needs to be smaller than 600 x 800 deep.

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1. We have used Giga drop in units in the past and have found them to be reliable.
2. Valentine do a drop in fryer. Can’t remember the specifics of it but worth looking at. I also think Fry Fry (Lincat) may do a couple of models.
3. We would suggest Valentine.

Question

Can any CEDA Member recommend a building/installation company who can work in London and Home Counties? They need to be gas registered and have their own electricians (or subbies).

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1. We carry out minor building works, are gas safe registered and have electrical sub contractors, Home Counties is a large area but willing to discuss, travelling sometimes restrictive.
   Thanks
   Steve
   Stephen Long
   J. Scott & Sons Ltd
   Managing DirectorTelephone (Monday – Friday 08:00 – 17:00): 020 8500 4736Mobile: 07739760188

   Office (Open Monday – Friday 08:00 – 17:00)
   Unit 8
   97-101 Peregrine Road
   Hainault Business Park
   Iford
   Essex
   IG6 3XH

   Website: www.jss.limited

2. This company should be able to assist our Member. Please click on the following link: CSI-Introduction-Letter-with-weekend-rates-2016.doc
3. We would be more than happy to carry out installation works…we have electrical contracting company who work with us…Would just have to check on the building works…Many thanks.

   Nick.

   Nick Archer
   Archer Catering Systems

   Email: nick@archercateringsystems.com

4. They should try: Genie Interiors Limited, Suite 14 Cavendish House, Plumpton Road, Hoddesdon, Herts. EN11 0LB  Tel no: 01707 372501  Fax no: 01707 328483

Question

I have been asked to fit out two rooms with suitable wine racking and correct storage for all types of wine. This is in a stately home so would need to be aesthetically pleasing. Are there any companies who specialise in this type of thing?

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1. Iglu cold systems, they make bespoke systems.
2. There was a company that use to make wine walls …I think pent land wholesale may of been there importer.
3. Igloo produce some magnificent wine walls incorporating controlled temperatures for both white and red.
4. We have just fitted a massive glass wine fridge in a hotel in London. Obviously as it’s bespoke any wine fridge, any shape, any size can be manufactured. Greg Swift at Catering Fabrications on 07795 282815 will be able to help. Email : gregs@cateringfabrications.comGreg emailed CEDA to say ‘As we are a bespoke manufacturer we can basically supply anything to meet your requirements for both chilled and ambient storage and would therefore very much welcome the opportunity to get involved with this project.’