Announcement: Rational and Lincat Deal Partnership

Rational the market leader for combi ovens has announced Lincat will become a valued Rational
deal partner, ceasing to supply the Opus oven manufactured by Rational as an OEM partner,
from the beginning of 2020.

“As we continue to deliver maximum customer benefit and to streamline our processes, as of 1st January 2020, Lincat will supply the Rational brand of SelfCookingCenter, CombiMaster Plus and VarioCookingCenter range of appliances,” states Simon Lohse, Managing Director, Rational UK, explaining the new partnership.

“As with all our dealers, Lincat customers can now benefit from this change. We offer on-site training following the installation of their Rational appliance, and customer events, for example live cooking demonstrations and academies, popular with chefs who undertake regular training. There is access to the accredited Rational Service Partner network, with the appliances having a factory supported two- year warranty. The ConnectedCooking platform, allows users to connect their Rational appliances to a network, and monitor and control their appliances remotely, on a computer or mobile device,” concludes Lohse.

Customers can therefore be confident the Rational combi ovens, supplied by Lincat have the full support and benefits of the Rational organisation.

Rational is the leading provider in hot food preparation equipment and, with the VarioCookingCenter and the SelfCookingCenter, the company delivers all a commercial kitchen’s thermal cooking requirements. Together, the two appliances offer the best cooking solutions. For information and brochures, or to come to a free demonstration, call +44 (0)1582 480388, freephone 0800 389 2944 or visit www.rational-online.com

WaterCare Improves Performance With Latest Softener Launch

One of WaterCare’s headline strategies for this year involves improving the quality of their products. Their clear aim is to offer their customers exceptional performance and unrivalled reliability by developing existing products in its range and improving them.

In blue, the Autosoft range of cold water softeners achieve softened water for warewashing and laundry giving exceptional washing outcomes and protect equipment from harmful scale and other minerals. Optical sensors control the backwash cycle for a dependable, precise performance and is available in 10, 14, 18 23 & 30 litre capacities.

The cold water softeners now have industry leading Pentair control valves fitted for additional assistance. The 5800 valve represents a great step forward in the Fleck product range. As well as optical sensors, a clear back-lit display and increased regeneration efficiency, the 5800 valve features improved flow, easy servicing and a quick set-up. For use with a cold water supply up to 35°C.

Softened water for warewashing and laundry can be achieved with Watercare’s Autosoft hot water softener. In red, this water softener produces superior washing results and protects equipment from harmful scale and other minerals. Optical sensors regulate the backwash cycle for a trustworthy, clear-cut performance. They are available in 10, 18 & 30 litre capacities and have a timed or meter control valve.

The Autosoft range now combines WaterCare’s decades of experience in manufacturing softeners with time-tested and trusted Pentair components to provide years of customer satisfaction.

For more information, please visit https://www.watercare.co.uk/glasswashing-dishwashing/

MCS Technical Products launches Klima Meat Aging Cabinet by Zernike for ageing meat up to and over 75 days

To meet the growing consumer demand for dry aged meat, ceda Platinum Partner, MCS Technical Products, has launched the Klima Meat Aging Cabinet by Zernike. Unlike other cabinets on the market, which can only age two year old meat up to 30 days maximum, the Klima cabinet allows older meat which is three, four or five years old to be aged up to and above 75 days without the addition of salt. This produces tender and moist meat.

Steve Snow, managing director, MCS Technical Products, says:“Meat becomes much more succulent as a result of the process and this can be reflected in a higher retail price. The cabinets are very flexible. You can mature products with different aging times without interrupting the production chain.”

How does it work? Temperature and humidity can be set precisely via the electronic control system, which also manages the internal air circulation. The patented Oxigenklima system makes it possible to create the ideal climate for any kind or age of meat. The humidity generator creates an even distribution of the humidity in each point of the aging chamber. The result is an optimal aging result with a weight loss percentage (around 3-4%)  and a reduction in productive times and costs. The system delivers a measured and planned oxygenation of the meat, which kills micro-organisms and moulds.

The Klima can also be used to produce artisan cheese, game, prosciutto and other charcuterie.

It has special stainless steel bars with hooks to hang the meat on, which makes it easier loading and unloading the products. Each part of the Klima cabinet is removable and dishwasher safe.

Available in three sizes, it has a two year warranty with parts and labour.

MCS Technical Products provides its customers with a comprehensive after care service with engineers throughout the country.

For further information, please visit www.mcstechproducts.co.uk

Mechline presented with FCSI Sustainable Catering Equipment Award

Mechline have been presented with the FCSI Sustainable Catering Equipment Award for its newest product HyGenikx, awarded at the annual CESA conference.

Initiated by the FCSI UK & Ireland (Foodservice Consultants) this award is the only annual equipment award to recognise the CESA members’ product that is considered to best achieve the requirements of sustainability in its practical application and use.

CESA (Catering Equipment Suppliers Association) members, of which there are over 200, are invited to submit their entries for this award, which is intended to recognise innovation and excellence in achieving savings of energy, water, CO2 emissions or consumables.

As there are a wide range of products that are eligible, the entry process has been designed to give every member’s product the opportunity to compete and be judged for this prestigious award which is an annual feature of the CESA conference.

The theme of this year’s conference was 2020 Visions, looking to the future of the foodservice equipment industry, and for the first time in its history the Sustainable Catering Equipment accolade was presented to two companies, Mechline and Hobart, after judges failed to separate the two high-quality entries.

Mechline’s new revolutionary air and surface hygiene system, HyGenikx, is proven to eradicate bacteria and viruses throughout the food service and hospitality environment—helping to improve cleanliness and infection control for customers and staff. HyGenikx provides 24-7 hygiene and safety protection and has been proven to extend the life and quality of fresh perishable food, which significantly reduces food waste and cost!

The advanced and compact, wall mounted system, utilises a combination of the most effective air and surface sterilisation technologies available (Dual Waveband UV, Germicidal Irradiation, Photocatalytic Oxidation) to produce Superoxide Ions and Plasma Quattro, which are proven to eradicate harmful bacteria, viruses, VOCs (volatile organic compounds), moulds and fungi, as well as neutralise all odours.

Nick Falco, Product & Technical Manager at Mechline comments: “It was a great honour to accept this award on behalf of Mechline. Our product, HyGenikx, was designed and manufactured using the most effective and refined technologies with the intention to make a real positive difference across the food service environment—for hygiene, food safety and, the big one, reducing food waste! It really is revolutionary, and great that this has been recognised.”

In an independent validation study carried out by ALS Laboratories—the UK’s leading provider of food and drink testing services—the ability of HyGenikx to prolong the shelf-life of perishable food stored in a cold room and improve environmental conditions was tested. The overall results showed that HyGenikx increased the shelf-life of fresh produce on average by 58.1%, or ~7.5 days (with some produce proving to last as much as 150% longer), improved surface hygiene by ~45% and reduced the overall airborne contamination levels by ~76% during the length of the trial (31 days).

The HyGenikx range has models to suit every application, from food preparation areas, cold rooms and front of house, to washrooms, refuse areas and beyond, and joins Mechline’s ever-expanding collection of environmentally friendly, hygienic solutions for the food service industry.

To find out more about the award-winning HyGenikx range please visit:
mechline.com/hygenikx-info

Electrolux Professional and Catering Partnership Join Forces to Launch New North West Showroom

ceda Platinum Partner, Electrolux Professional, is collaborating with Catering Partnership, suppliers and maintenance providers of commercial kitchen equipment in Cumbria, Lancashire, and Yorkshire, to open a new showroom at the latter’s HQ in Staveley.

A launch event will be taking place on 21st and 22nd November, exhibiting the latest foodservice products from Electrolux Professional, including the recently launched SkyLine combi oven and blast chiller range. It will be open to both existing and potential customers, who will be able to get hands on with appliances and receive practical training.

Alex Reed, Head of Sales at Electrolux Professional, comments: “Catering Partnership is a valued partner that we’ve always enjoyed a strong relationship with. Its location gives customers in the north of England a chance to see our equipment up close and personal, and we’re excited to be working together on the opening of this new facility.”

Electrolux Professional’s very own training and development chefs will be at the launch event, giving practical demonstrations on the various pieces of equipment in the showroom. They will also be training Catering Partnership staff to facilitate bespoke demonstrations and segment focused events long-term.

The collaboration will ensure that the best training will be provided to new and existing customers, both at the launch of the showroom and into the future. It highlights Electrolux Professional’s commitment to offering support to its customers, helping them to get the most out of their equipment.

Graham Heath, Managing Director at Catering Partnership, concludes: “Based in the north-west of England, Catering Partnership offers an opportunity for commercial kitchen operators in the surrounding area to see the potential of Electrolux Professional’s range. Anyone interested in attending the launch event on Thursday 21 November or Friday 22 November should register their interest as soon as possible.’”

To attend the opening of the new Catering Partnership showroom, please visit:
https://www.trybooking.com/uk/book/event?eid=9251&