ceda confidence survey shows 2017 positives
The results of the latest quarterly survey of ceda members are in, and the positive trends seen in first three quarters of 2017 continued in Q4.
64 ceda members took part in the survey and overwhelmingly reported sales growth against the previous quarter, quarter-on-quarter, and against year-to-date sales.
How did your sales for the last quarter compare with the previous quarter?
Better than = 53.13% Same as = 35.94% Worse than = 10.94%
53.13% of respondents said their sales in the fourth quarter of 2017 were better than those in the third quarter of 2017.
How did your sales for the last quarter compare with the same quarter in previous year?
Better than = 56.25% Same as = 31.25% Worse than = 12.50%
Quarter-on-quarter sales against the same period in 2016 also showed better results with 56.25% of participants reporting a growth.
How do your year-to-date sales for this current year compare with your year-to-date last year?
Better than = 54.69% Same as = 25.00% Worse than = 21.30%
Year-to-date sales are better for 54.69% of those surveyed, compared the year-to-dates sales last year.
How do you forecast your sales for the next quarter compared with the previous quarter?
Better than = 48.44% Same as = 35.94% Worse than = 15.63%
Cautious optimism also appears to be prevalent in forecast sales for Q1 of 2018 with 48.44% of ceda members predicting better sales, compared to Q4 of 2017.
How did the number of enquiries received from the PRIVATE SECTOR in the last quarter compare with the previous quarter?
Better than = 53.23% Same as = 40.32% Worse than = 6.45%
Not only were enquires from the private sector up against the previous quarter for the majority of ceda members, but only 6.45% said they were worse. In the same vein, results also showed Restaurants were overwhelmingly the area of the private sector generating the most enquires from Oct to Dec 2017.
Other questions included: ‘Was your average margin this year better or worse than the previous year?’ (50.00% answered ‘Same’); and ‘How did the number of enquiries received from the PUBLIC SECTOR in the last quarter compare with the previous quarter?’ (60.00% ‘Same’).
2018 ceda Conference follows Jeff’s Way
Every year ceda nominates a charity to support at the annual ceda Conference, usually a cause in some way connected to the industry.
This year’s chosen charitable cause is Jeff’s Way.
Set up in honour of Jeff Whitaker, the late CEO of ceda Member Whitco, the cause has been set up to celebrate Jeff’s passion for life and to build a lasting legacy in his name. Jeff’s Way aims to help young people build a future for themselves and benefit from education, opportunity and security; three issues close to Jeff’s heart.
This year, all monies raised at the ceda Conference will be donated to Jeff’s Way and divided equally between the development of young catering talent at Hull College (Education), the Sea Cadets (Opportunity) and the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Security).
Vita Whitaker, Jeff’s wife, Whitco Commercial Director, and Jeff’s Way founder, explains the motivation behind Jeff’s Way: “Jeff was never happier than when he was cooking, on a boat, or by the sea. His early experience with The Sea Cadets instilled discipline and high standards in him, while the catering faculty at Hull College equipped him with the skills he needed to work with the catering teams of the merchant navy and Royal National Lifeboat Institution. In creating Jeff’s Way, we wanted to honor his legacy and support causes close to his heart, while also partnering with trusted organizations. Just as one might seek the best instant withdrawal casino for a seamless experience, Jeff believed in smooth, reliable support networks for those in need. His work showed firsthand the impact of quick, decisive action, inspiring the same commitment in our charity today.”
“These institutions shaped Jeff’s outlook and attitude to life and it seems only fitting to allow others the opportunity to benefit from them in his name.”
Mark Kendall, ceda Chair, whose choice it is to nominate a charity to support at Conference each year added, “Selecting Jeff’s Way as the 2018 ceda Conference charitable cause was an obvious choice for me. Jeff was such a highly regarded member of the catering industry. He was a true gentleman who had time for everyone he met and he will be sorely missed by the entire ceda family and his peers in the wider catering sector.
“We look forward to welcoming Vita and colleagues from Whitco to the Conference in April and that will afford us the opportunity to show our collective industry support for the family and the company. I’m confident that we can deliver a fitting tribute to an industry legend.”
This year’s ceda Conference will take place at The Hilton, St George’s Park, Burton upon Trent on Thursday 26th & Friday 27th April and fundraising activity will take place on both evenings.
Anyone wanting to donate raffle or auction items then please contact the ceda office and to find out more about Jeff’s Way, please visit www.jeffsway.org.
ceda Silver Partner Hubbard Systems launches Scotsman’s new ice dispensers
Compact tabletop footprint, massive capacity
Self-serve, hygienic dispensers can handle up to 200 serves at peak time
Hubbard Systems has launched two new ice dispensers from Scotsman. The DXN models replace the company’s hugely popular TC180 dispenser, which is the go-to unit for many high street operators wanting to offer self-serve drinks. The two DXN units offer a choice of capacities but both combine a hygienic, easy to use touchpad control, big production capacities and a very compact tabletop design.
The largest model is the DXN 207 ice dispenser. It has a footprint just 427mm wide by 553mm deep and is 769mm high, yet can store 200 servings and makes up to 110kg of ice per day. Meanwhile the smaller DXN 107 can deliver 100 serves at peak times and make 72kg of ice per day. It has the same footprint as the DXN 207 but is only 619mm high. The ice serving is set at 50gm – but this can be adjusted if the site wants larger or smaller serves.
Both DXN models dispense cubelet ice, which minimises water use because of the way the ice cubes are made. By far the driest and hardest form of flake ice, cubelet ice is produced at just below zero degrees Celsius and is then compressed to remove excess residual water, reducing it to as low as 10% of its original volume. All of which means it is excellent for chilling drinks effectively.
Both DXN models are made of stainless steel and have attractively simple and minimalist facia, with a large, black touchpad screen featuring blue icons. Many operators will place the ice dispenser beside the syrup drinks dispenser and will want to customise both with a vinyl wrap – the DXN’s plain facia makes it easy to do this.
For more information visit www.scotsman-ice.co.uk
ceda Grand Prix Awards 2018 Shortlist Announced
ceda Grand Prix Awards 2018 Shortlist Announced
We’re are delighted to announce the shortlist for the 2018 ceda Grand Prix Awards. The list comprises many fantastic design project entries completed in 2017, as well as recognising those companies who have provided outstanding levels of customer service and project management to their clients.
Now in its 31st year the Grand Prix Awards are highly contested by ceda members due to the recognition they have across the industry. Our independent judges will now visit all of the shortlisted sites to talk to the operators and see first hand the finished scheme. From this they will make their final decision on a winner for each category.
The award winners will be announced during the ceda Conference Gala Dinner on Friday 27th April at the Hilton Hotel, St, George’s Park, Burton on Trent.
The full shortlist of companies and projects is as follows:
Small Projects (up to £100k in value)
| CNG Foodservice Equipment Ltd | Porterhouse Butcher and Grill |
| Gratte Brothers Catering Equipment Ltd | Sorrel Restaurant |
| Vision Commercial Kitchens | The Cat’s Pyjamas |
Medium Projects (between £100k and £300k)
| C&C Catering Equipment Ltd | Randall & Aubin |
| TAG Catering Equipment | Ella Canta Mexican Restaurant and Destination Bar |
| TAG Catering Equipment | Webbs Restaurant and Kitchen |
Large Projects (over £300k)
| CHR Food Service Equipment | Moor Hall Restaurant |
| CNG Foodservice Equipment Ltd | Birnam Brasserie |
| TAG Catering Equipment | Rosewood Hotel, Staff Dining and Function Kitchen Refurbishment |
| Court Catering Equipment Ltd | Thomas’s School – Battersea |
Outstanding Customer Service
| GS Catering Equipment Ltd | The Slaughter Manor House |
| CHR Food Service Equipment | Real Junk Food, Manchester |
| Vision Commercial Kitchens | Snowdonia Nurseries |
Project Management
| Gastronorth Ltd | St Chad’s College |
| GS Catering Equipment Ltd | Tamesis |
| Vision Commercial Kitchens | The Ned Hotel |
| Gratte Brothers Catering Equipment Ltd | Cookhouse and Pub (Multiple) |
ceda Director General, Adam Mason, commented: “I’m thrilled that our Grand Prix awards continue to attract a high number of entries. The projects range across all sectors of the market and vary in size and scope but with one common thread – excellence. The quality of design, project management, installation and customer service that has been demonstrated is exceptional.
“To have made it through to the finals is a great achievement and congratulations to all.”
2018 ceda Conference
2018 ceda Conference
The annual ceda Conference is fast approaching and details of the two-day industry event are coming together.
Held at the Hilton Hotel, St George’s Park, Burton Upon Trent on 26th and 27th April 2018, the Conference is the premier event of the Catering Equipment Industry attracting distributors, manufacturers and representatives of other associations representing major end user groups.
Day One of this year’s Conference (Thursday) sees the ceda AGM take place in the afternoon, followed by an informal networking dinner in the evening. Friday is the Business Day featuring some top class speakers. Friday evening is the formal Gala Awards Dinner where the coveted ceda Awards are announced.
The ceda Conference is noted for top class speakers on both industry specific topics and general business issues. Amongst this year’s speakers is Nigel Barden. Nigel is a food & drink broadcaster, who works with Simon Mayo on his BBC Radio 2 shows and is the food correspondent for BBC London. He specialises in promoting British ingredients and artisan producers, particularly in his role as chairman of judges for The Great Taste Awards, Farm Shop & Deli Awards, World Cheese Awards, British Cookery School Awards & host of the National Fish & Chip Awards.
Our host for the Thursday evening and Friday Gala Dinner and Awards is Richard West, a highly acclaimed international Professional Motivational Speaker. A lifetime spent in motorsport, Formula 1 motor racing and international commerce enables him to speak firsthand about business and sporting experience on the subjects of Creating and Maintaining High Performing Business Teams, Creating and Managing Change, and The Attributes of Leadership.
ceda Director General Adam Mason is looking forward to this year’s Conference, and believes it’s going to be the best yet, “As the leading industry trade body we see firsthand the growth in the catering equipment sector, and this is replicated each year in the number of delegates that attend Conference. As the Conference gets bigger, the standard gets higher, and so does expectation. We’re quietly confident this year’s programme of events and speakers, of which there are still more to announce, will be our finest yet and we can’t wait to disclose more details as and when they are confirmed.”
For more information about the 2018 ceda Conference please visit cedaconference.co.uk. More details and speakers are being added each day, so please check back regularly for updates.
ceda Silver Partner Metacalfe Welcomes HALLDE Deal
ceda Silver Partner Metcalfe Catering Equipment has strengthened its portfolio by becoming the UK distributor for the HALLDE range of equipment and will be showcasing products from HALLDE on its stand (2030) at Hotelympia next week.
The move sees Metcalfe take responsibility for distributing machines from four key categories, all manufactured by renowned Swedish company HALLDE, a world leader in food preparation machinery. HALLDE vegetable preparation machines, vertical cutter mixer/ blenders, combi cutters and blenders are all designed for perfect cutting results, exemplary safety, fast and easy cleaning.
Metcalfe MD Neil Richards comments on the partnership: “HALLDE equipment provides an ideal extension to our comprehensive and ever-expanding Metcalfe range, helping to reinforce our position as one of the premier manufacturers and suppliers of commercial food preparation equipment in the UK. HALLDE is known for its innovation and outstanding quality and is therefore a perfect fit with our existing portfolio of specialist equipment and we are delighted to take responsibility for its UK success.”
For further details of the HALLDE range, or other products in the extensive Metcalfe Catering Equipment collection, visit www.metcalfecatering.com or call 01766 830456.
Novameta – Fabricators of Bespoke Stainless Steel Equipment
Novameta – Fabricators of Bespoke Stainless Steel Equipment
ceda Silver Partner, Novameta, are the largest and most advanced manufacturer of stainless steel commercial kitchen equipment in
Baltic and Scandinavian countries; Northern Europe.
Extensive market experience, attention to detail along with an innovative forward-thinking mindset are the key factors which have enabled Novameta to establish dealer trust and support in 21 countries across Europe.
Novameta manufacture a wide range of hot, cold, neutral and refrigerated standard equipment. Non-standard, bespoke equipment is Novameta’s speciality, all precisely engineered and crafted, combined with short, typically 2-5 weeks lead time, making Novameta stand out from the crowd.
Their experienced project management team provide professional support and technical advice throughout the whole process enabling dealers to turn their client’s concepts and ideas into tailor-made turnkey solutions.
Novameta only sell though professional dealer partners throughout Europe and are proud to provide full assistance to partners, helping them to excel in their area of specialism by doing what they do best – client liaison to installation and aftersales service to fulfil of their client’s needs.
Novameta’s main objective is to maintain a solid position in Europe through sustaining strong relationships with their trusted partners whilst at the same time expanding and developing into new territories across the globe.
An experienced and ambitious sales team, in-house CAD designers using the latest 3D CAD software, production staff using some of the latest production technologies and equipment and a LEAN quality management system based on ISO 9001:2000 standard, have determined the rapid expansion and growth of their sales markets and therefore the very quick growth of the company over the past few years. Novameta currently employs over 190 skilled employees in the business (Feb 2018). The factory production area covers 5000 m² and incorporates some state of the art equipment; 25mtr auto sheet feed cutter, also pipe laser cutter, automated panel bender, robotic bender and other smaller automated items to assist with efficiency and lean production. Novameta manufacture greater than 180 different items every day and produces more than 1500 complete dealer projects every year!
Please visit the Novameta website www.novameta.co.uk to view their modern factory from the comfort of your own office environment.
'Management in a Minute' available to ceda Members at a reduced rate
MANAGEMENT IN A MINUTE, the latest book from Philip Cripps, Thameside International’s Chief Executive, contains dozens of ways in which managers can enhance their communication skills to ensure they motivate and retain great staff.
SO YOU WANT TO BE A MORE EFFECTIVE MANAGER?
But you have so many demands on your time that you cannot afford the luxury of even a two-day course.
Well, now you can build your skills by the MINUTE.
MANAGEMENT IN A MINUTE will provide you with practical, proven and powerful ways to enhance your managerial skills.
Each Message addresses one specific aspect of communicating with team members, colleagues, clients and customers.
As you master each technique and approach you will see tangible improvements in the results you achieve.
Thameside International can provide ceda Members with copies of MANAGEMENT IN A MINUTE at a reduced rate.
The paperback normally retails at £7.99 and the hardback at £10.99. However, ceda Members can purchase the paperback for just £5 and the hardback for just £8. Postage and packaging will be added.
Members can order books by emailing karen@thamesideinternational.com.
Thameside International will email an invoice to purchasers. Payments can only be made by BACS.
MANAGEMENT IN A MINUTE has received great press reviews and has broken the mould when it comes to management books.
Aqua Cure Renew ceda Membership for 2018
Aqua Cure are delighted to have renewed their membership of ceda as a Silver Partner and are looking forward to contributing to the membership's combined industry expertise.
As dedicated water purity experts Aqua Cure have over 25 years’ experience in water treatment and can help prevent scale related inefficiency and maintenance issues in coffee machines, ice machines, convection/combi ovens, warewashers and water boilers.
Whatever the nature of your business, whether food, hot/cold drinks etc, the quality of the water going into your equipment has a huge effect on the quality of your end product and your running costs. Deposits of hard minerals such as calcium can build up inside your equipment in the form of limescale and this can block internal waterways and affect the efficiency of heating elements and evaporator plates. In fact, British Water estimate that just 1.6mm of scale can cause a 12% loss in heat transfer.
Limescale is very difficult to remove once it has formed and preventing scale by treating your feed water is often a lot easier and more cost effective than using corrosive liquid descalers.
With a wide range of ‘whole kitchen’ treatment solutions from Pentair Everpure and BanHard, Aqua Cure have solutions to suit all budgets, flow rates and water types.
For further information and to see what Aqua Cure can do for you in terms of saving you money and preventing equipment down-time in your commercial kitchen call 01704 516916 or visit www.aquacure.co.uk.
The Helpdesk, your new ceda Member Q&A service
As part of our re-branding and new website design, we have renamed ‘ceda Members – Your Help Required’ to ‘The Helpdesk’.
How it works
A Member can send their enquiries to the ceda Office so that they can then liaise with the wider ceda Membership and ask for their advice and recommendations on your behalf. Upon receiving Member replies, we will then update the Member who made the enquiry, and also update ‘The Helpdesk’ section of the Members Area of the ceda website. All questions and answers are displayed anonymously so as to respect the privacy of our Members. The answer often helps subsequent Members facing similar queries or experiences and acts as a valuable resource to the entire ceda Membership.
If you have a question for, or need advice from, your fellow ceda Members, please email your enquiry to info@ceda.co.uk