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FER To Host New Noncommercial Ops Meeting
Yes, it’s time. After years of hosting our popular biennial Multiunit Foodservice Equipment Symposium for commercial chain operators, we’re launching a modified version next year for noncommercial operators across all segments. MUFES/NCO will be held June 13-15 at the Barton Creek Resort in Austin, Texas. Much like the original MUFES, this noncommercial version will focus…
Tasti D-Lite
Frozen dessert chain Tasti D-Lite is taking aim at the breakfast daypart. The 50-unit chain has bolstered its morning menu with such offerings as parfaits, fresh-baked goods and hot granola, as well as coffee, tea and hot chocolate. The breakfast items currently are in test at 20% of the system’s locations and are expected to…
DEALERS BATTLE FOR INTERIOR DESIGN BID RIGHTS
At least two state legislatures are mulling bills threatening dealers’ and consultants’ ability to practice interior design. The Foodservice Equipment Distributors Association opposes the bills, stating that they would prevent FEDA members from bidding or working on state contracts by creating a restrictive occupational licensing law. FEDA and the Foodservice Consultants Society Int’l. have joined…
SOUTHERN STAINLESS FINISHES UP W.A. BROWN PURCHASE
Southern Stainless Equipment Co., a manufacturer of walk-in freezers and stainless steel kitchen equipment, has completed its purchase of former competitor W.A. Brown & Son in Salisbury, N.C. The Waynesboro, Va., manufacturer bought half of the company earlier this year and acquired the rest about a week ago. Southern Stainless Pres. Larry Rouse told The…
DURAY BUYS BARING
In a deal that combines two powerhouse dealer bid houses, Duray/J.F. Duncan Industries has purchased Baring Industries, a Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., subsidiary of Electrolux Professional. Duray is headquartered in Downey, Calif. Duray Pres. Johnny Wong told FER Fortnightly that the two contract E&S dealers will operate as separate brands. Key management at Baring, including company…
NEW ENERGY STAR RULES DEBUT JANUARY 1
Dealers should be hearing updates from equipment manufacturers about enhanced testing and new verification requirements for equipment wearing the Energy Star label. New rules go into effect Jan. 1. For the full story, check FER‘s homepage at
AN INTERVENTION FOR ENERGY STAR?
As this edition of FER Dealer Report wings its way into cyberspace, all’s not well at Energy Star. In fact, references to Dr. Frankenstein come to mind. As in “What kind of monster is this?” Good intentions, road to hell, unintended consequences, all those phrases come to mind, in fact. EPA’s Energy Star program, for…
Full Speed Ahead
When the U.S. Naval Academy embarked on a mission to completely renovate its more than 60-year old galley, it started by building a temporary modular kitchen complex right next door—ramping up speed and efficiency in the process.
Supplies 2010: What’s Hot In Smallwares & Tabletop
Granted, it’s been a tough couple years for the foodservice equipment and supplies industry. But when we took the pulse of dealers across the country on trends in smallwares and tabletop, we found a lot happening and a great deal of consensus in many areas. Among highlights: Spending on smallwares and tabletop is up. Food…
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