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Michelangelo Electric Pizza Oven
Cuppone
The latest Michelangelo electric pizza oven from Cuppone offers a boost to energy efficiency in the kitchen through its heat generation system married to a digital control panel. This system is unique in its design - heat loss, for example, is minimised by the immediate recirculation of heat within the oven whenever the door is opened. A double-glazed panoramic window and internal lights also allow operators to check cooking progress without having to open the door. The digital control panel, meanwhile, has up to 100 programmes, including a cleaning mode, a buzzer which signals cooking finishing time, and a digital temperature control system. Other features include an economy function which automatically lowers element temperature and power for conservation purposes during work breaks, a cordierite stone cooking base which retains heat, and the option for single or twin deck sizes, making it ideal for different-sized facilities. For further information visit www.cuppone.com.
Leather Aprons New Refrigerant
Precision Solstice ze Now available on all Precision refrigerator models is what has been called the ‘refrigerant of the future’ - Solstice ze – which is safer than hydrocarbons and more environmentally-friendly when compared to traditional HFC refrigerants. Precision has been working with energy efficiency company Honeywell on a new HFO-based refrigerant and, following extensive testing, the new refrigerant will be offered across its range of refrigerated units. “We’ve been trialling Solstice ze for months and it performs as well as, if not better than, traditional refrigerants like R134a and hydrocarbon R290,” says Precision Managing Director Nick Williams. “It runs particularly well in high ambient conditions, which is ideal for the food service industry.” For more information on Solstice ze, visit www. precision-refrigeration.co.uk.
LAC
The range of aprons available from Leather Apron Company (LAC) offers many benefits to hospitality companies and their team members. They protect clothing, save on washing and damage, and create an elegant, uniform look. The new designs brought to life by the Leather Apron Company also offer a branding opportunity via appliqué or embroidered visual identity and can be made to any specifications. Aprons are made of real sheep napa, cow hide, Hessian, canvas drill, khaki and denim, as well as leather-look synthetic material. In addition to its own designs, LAC can design and make aprons to customer requirements. Dip Ravel, founder of Leather Apron Company, said that, despite just launching, some of the largest hospitality companies in the UK have expressed an interest in the aprons and they have shipped their first major orders, including one to one of the UK’s largest pub owners. “What we hear from our customers is that they love that our aprons are vintage, yet really comfortable for their teams to wear,” he says. “As business owners, they also appreciate how long-wearing they are and what a great and unique brand statement leather aprons make.” View the Leather Apron Company’s full range online at www.leather-aproncompany.com.
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