APP OF THE MONTHBefore Metro engineers sat down to refresh their classic cart design, they had some serious conversations with users—not the folks who specify carts, but the people who actually use the carts. What users had to say had a huge effect on Metro’s design, resulting in the new MyCart. Users said that when…

EAGLE GROUP REDHOTS CHEF’S LINEEagle’s new 15-in.W griddle is perfect for situations where counter space is at a premium. The mirror-polished stainless griddle has a bullnosed front edge, which overhangs control knobs that are set at a 45˚ upward angle for easy operation. The gas connection is at the rear of the unit, out of…

BLAKESLEE D-8 AND DOUBLE D-8Blakeslee’s D-8 and Double D-8 door-type dishmachines are designed to streamline operations and complete the wash and rinse cycle in 60 sec.; units can process 55 racks per hour. Made in the U.S., these machines come with all brass piping, a welded stainless frame and a 16-ga. stainless tank for added…

APP OF THE MONTHChef Douglas Katz owns and operates Fire Food & Drink in Cleveland. The restaurant is located in a 90-year-old building with original wood floors that, although charming, are uneven. As a result, his tables wobble. Katz recently learned about FLAT Technology Inc.’s table bases, which feature a patented system of hydraulic tubing…

Consolidation and Internet sales continue to drive growth for America’s largest E&S dealers.