Got Slush?
Taylor® Co. introduces Slushosity™ — a new merchandising program developed to help operators capitalize on the frozen carbonated beverage market. These new, bright and exciting graphics create a sizzle. Combine Slushosity™ with any popular FCB slush product. Call 800-255-0626 or visit www.taylor-company.com to get started.
Sky's the Limit
Sky Factory Programmable Luminous SkyCeilings are versatile, visually engaging “virtual skylights” for restaurateurs who wish to transform the experience of their dining and lounge environments. Operators can increase and decrease the intensity of the light, change the color and create drama. Visit www.theskyfactory.com.
Precise Weighing
The Ohaus FD Food Portioning Scale is gaining popularity as the benchmark scale for world-class pastry and dessert instruction. For weighing dry ingredients, the FD's capacity range and precision have made it a popular piece of equipment in instructional kitchens. Call 973-377-9000, or visit www.ohaus.com.
Small Ice Maker
Hoshizaki America offers its smallest Cuber Ice Machine, the KM-61BAH Self Contained Cuber with Built-in Storage Bin. Air-cooled, the model measures 17¾-in. w × 24-in. d × 39-in. h with 6-in. legs, perfect for any commercial kitchen, bar or break area. Visit www.hoshizaki.com.
Customized Pouches
For eye-catching displays of shredded cheeses, deli meats and more, Flavorseal® Metalized Pouches from CMS (Carroll Manufacturing and Sales) provide a variety of attractive and customer-friendly options. Call 866-769-1500 or visit www.carrollmfg.com.
Professional Whip
Designed for the professional, the iSi Gourmet Whip is the answer for presenting soups, light gravies, espuma foams, specialty whipped creams and trendy libations. The stainless steel iSi Gourmet Whip is available in one-pint and one-quart sizes and includes three decorator tips. Call 800-447-2426 or visit www.isinorthamerica.com.
Mobile Guards
Vollrath's new Mobile Breath Guards for Temporary Buffets are available in three-, four-, and five-ft. sizes and are adjustable from 14¼-in. to 25¼-in. heights with a simple turn of the telescoping legs. Call 866-VOLLRATH or visit online at www.vollrathco.com.
Smarter Frying
Frymaster elevates high-performance frying with the Protector® Fryer. The new oil-conserving, high-efficiency Protector series features the innovative SMART4UTM technology that delivers oil, energy and labor-saving benefits. Learn more at www.frymaster.com/protector.
New Lincoln President
Enodis has appointed Gary Dykstra president of Lincoln Foodservice Products. Dykstra has worked for Enodis's Garland, Cleveland Range and Frymaster brands.
Cardinal Appointments
Cardinal International announced two key appointments: David Allgor to the position of senior director of sales and Jane Hempel to director of national accounts.
Standex Deal
Standex Food Service Equipment Group, parent company of the Master-Bilt, APW Wyott, Bakers Pride, BKI and BevLes lines, has entered into an international distribution agreement with Greenfield World Trade and its affiliate, J. Cobo. Greenfield and J. Cobo export to 137 countries.
Sales Promotion
Michael Aguirre has been named sales manager — Eastern region for Cleveland Range. Aguirre's background includes nine years in sales and marketing with Frymaster.
New v.p. at FPI
Fishery Products International has appointed Jim LaBelle vice president of sales and marketing. Previously, LaBelle held the title of v.p. of marketing. He also has served as FPI foodservice marketing director.
Surlean Given Award
Surlean Foods received the Silliker, Inc. Platinum Certificate of Recognition. Surlean is one of only eight food manufacturers in North America to receive this prestigious food safety award. Surlean manufactures custom proteins, soups, sauces and sides.
Torani Marketing v.p.
Torani/R. Torre & Co. has hired Julie Firestone Garlikov as vice president of marketing. Previously, Garlikov worked for the foodservice division at Pepsico.
Unilever exec honored
Steven Jilleba, corporate executive chef for Unilever Foodsolutions, was honored with the American Academy of Chefs Chair's Medal, the highest award granted by the organization. The medal is bestowed annually upon an Academy fellow who has made outstanding contributions to the culinary profession.
