Specifile Spotlight July 2021- Kitchens

SPOTLIGHT JULY 2021

KITCHENS GRANITE SINKS:

KITCHEN COLOUR TRENDS FOR 2021

EXTEND THE KITCHEN TIPS

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FRAGRANITE FROM FRANKE

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ANTI-SLIP C AT E R I N G M AT S

08 GRANITE SINKS: KITCHEN COLOUR TRENDS FOR 2021

MAC BROTHERS

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14 EXTEND THE KITCHEN TIPS

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THE VIRTUES OF VENTING

THE BIO DOSINGSYSTEM FOR THE DIRTY JOB

FRAGRANITE FROM FRANKE

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he popular, stylish and durable Fragranite Sinks with the integrated Sanitized hygiene function comes in an all new style! With so many stylish designs to settle on, it can be difficult to make your mind up. Whichever Fragranite kitchen sink you settle on, you’re sure to make your kitchen sparkle with unrivalled beauty! Their seamless blend of functionality and style will keep the heart of your home beating with a passionate pride.

means better hygiene and easier clean-up.

SAY BYE-BYE BACTERIA Franke’s processed Fragranite has a subtle shine and feels warm to the touch. The surface is finely textured but not porous, ensuring a high standard of hygiene.

All Fragranite sinks feature a bacteria-repelling surface that lasts a lifetime.

Cleanliness is an important ingredient in every recipe, which is why Fragranite is treated with Sanitized®. Its silver ions reduce bacteria and microbe growth by 99% and that

NEW! RONDA ROG610-41 The Ronda has arrived! Franke’s brand new range of coloured prep bowls, introduced to diversify the current Fragranite range and give you more options to find the perfect sink to blend in beautifully with your kitchen.

A Ronda ROG610-41 prep bowl is a great addition to supplement washing up space and certainly comes in handy for washing hands and rinsing glasses when your other sinks are in use.

Franke’s processed Fragranite has a subtle shine and feels warm to the touch. The surface is finely textured but not porous, ensuring a high standard of hygiene.

TOUGH WHEN THINGS GET ROUGH Fragranite material is made from quartz, one of the hardest materials known to man and treated properly, your sink will last a lifetime. Fragranite is resistant to impacts and thermal shock and will withstand temperatures up to 180° C for a maximum of 30 minutes or up to 280 °C for a maximum of 10 seconds.

The Ronda prep bowl range includes a tap landing and is designed for inset installation.

This round bowl is the perfect solution for tight design spaces, or in addition to a double bowl sink in larger kitchen designs.

MARIS MRG621 The Maris sink made of Fragranite is particularly elegant and brings a natural look into your kitchen.

This double bowl inset sink with drainer, is reversible, and is available in Black, Polar White and Stone Grey.

Supplied with 90mm basket strainer waste fitting and 90mm basket strainer waste fitting with overflow kit.

KUBUS KBG The deep bowls and the geometric edges of the Kubus kitchen sink have never looked better, thanks to the Fragranite graphite finish!

The Kubus range in Fragranite is available in Black, Polar White and Stone Grey.

Available in 3 mix and match sizes, KBG110-34, KBG110-50 and KBG110-70.

Supplied with 90mm basket strainer waste fitting and 90mm basket strainer waste fitting with overflow kit.

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Fragranite material is made from quartz, one of the hardest materials known to man and treated properly, your sink will last a lifetime.

The deep bowls and the geometric edges of the Kubus kitchen sink have never looked better, thanks to the Fragranite graphite finish!

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GRANITE SINKS:

KITCHEN COLOUR TRENDS FOR 2021

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olour has been big news in kitchens in recent years and it’s set to be one of the hottest design trends for 2021, too.

After all, adding colour in the kitchen is a great way to freshen things up and it can also be a real mood booster. So it’s little wonder that coloured granite sinks are soaring in popularity as more of us look to lift our spirits, brighten up the hubs of our homes and introduce a touch of texture at the same time.

Functional and fashionable, they’re ideal if you’re looking for an easy way to update your existing scheme or to make a feature of the wet zone in a new design. Here’s how you can embrace the latest kitchen trends and introduce colour and texture with a new granite sink:

as the Dulux Colour of the Year for 2021, these subtle, organic shades are very much on-trend and Oyster, which enhances the subtle sheen on our Fragranite sinks, is no exception. A calming versatile neutral, Oyster works wonderfully when paired with an array of other colours from rich, jewel tones and black accents to greens, blues and whites, as well as natural materials such as wood.

The Maris Inset sink in the new Oyster finish has been paired here with the Maris Pull Out Spray tap and Impress Hood in soft brown for a coordinated look (pictured below).

This can also be achieved with the new Basis BFG inset Fragranite sinks in Oyster, which also come in Polar White, Coffee, Onyx and Stone Grey.

BACK TO BLACK Black never really seems to go out of fashion and it’s certainly in vogue in the kitchen right now. Striking, sophisticated and timeless, it’s a firm favourite with architects and designers alike and we can see why. But if an all-black look isn’t for you, you can make a design statement with just a dark coloured sink alone. Sleek and stylish, our new Matt Black finish will certainly make your Fragranite sink the star of any kitchen. Perfect if you’re looking to embrace the monochrome trend, a Matt Black model, such as the Maris MRG 611-97 inset Fragranite sink, will complement most styles of kitchen and looks stunning when paired with a highly practical and stylish Instant Boiling Water tap like this chic Minerva Mondial 4-in-1 tap in elegant Copper.

IT’S ALL WHITE You can’t go wrong with an all-white kitchen. Light, bright and utterly timeless it’s a classic shade that will complement every style from traditional and country-chic to modern and minimal designs. For a truly seamless aesthetic, blend one of our Polar White Kubus undermount Fragranite sinks with a white composite or quartz worktop as seen in this retro-chic kitchen.

ELEGANT OYSTER Oozing understated elegance, neutral, earthy tones such brown, beige, taupe and tan can create a warm and welcoming vibe in the kitchen. With the naming of Brave Ground

GORGEOUS GREYS Grey, in all its various guises, is one of the most elegant neutrals out there and remains one of the most popular, too. Our stylish Urban granite sinks come in a trio of gorgeous greys: Denim Grey, Orion Grey and Sage Grey, pictured below, as well as five other shades.

But if you’d rather add some contrast to a grey scheme, as here on Pronorm’s sophisticated Platinum Grey kitchen, consider adding one of our hardwearing, hygienic and tactile Matt Black Fragranite sinks.

Black Fragranite sinks.

Functional and fashionable, they’re ideal if you’re looking for an easy way to update your existing scheme or to make a feature of the wet zone in a new design.

Sanitized® reduces the growth of bacteria on the granite surface by 99%. At the same time, the Fragranite remains resistant to stains and high temperatures up to 536° F.

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A SAFE CHOICE FOR KITCHENS

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n the catering and hospitality industry, the potential for slip-related accidents is naturally greater as staff hurry to prepare and serve food to their customers.

Cooking oils, grease, spilt liquids and even dry debris ingredients can be hazardous on the floor surface. That is why we are always evolving our range of anti-slip mats for catering environments here at COBA Africa, and one of our newest products is Diamond Grid.

HOW DOES DIAMOND GRID ANTI-SLIP MATTING HELP IMPROVE FLOOR SAFETY IN KITCHENS? Diamond Grid with its anti-slip top surface is manufactured from extremely flexible PVC – a hygienic material that does not support the growth of bacteria – making it suitable for kitchens and food preparation areas.

While its diamond surface pattern is pleasing to the eye, it also serves a very

practical purpose allowing liquids to drain through the open holes, rather than resting on the top to reduce the risk of slipping.

Efficient drainage is not simply attributed to the open holes. Specially designed underside studs also provide excellent drainage properties.

Dry debris that falls to the floor, such as flour, grains or vegetable peelings can also form slip hazards in kitchens. The open holes are sufficiently large to capture debris and reduce any associated slip risk.

EASY TO CLEAN CATERING MATTING Whereas some mats can be rather heavy and awkward to move/clean, Diamond Grid is exceptionally flexible so that it can be easily rolled up. It isn’t heavy either making it very manageable and user-friendly. The mat weighs some 2.8kg/m2 and comes in sizes 1m x 2.4m.

Dry debris that falls to the floor, such as flour, grains or vegetable peelings can also form slip hazards in kitchens. The open holes are sufficiently large to capture debris and reduce any associated slip risk.

M A C B R O T H E R S C AT E R I N G E Q U I P M E N T

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ac Brothers Catering Equipment (Pty) Ltd was established in Cape Town in 2002; today we have branches in Johannesburg, Durban and Harare, Zimbabwe. We also have an extensive dealer network throughout Africa, including Namibia, Mozambique, Tanzania, Kenya, Zambia, Botswana, Congo, Nigeria, Lesotho, Swaziland, Ghana, Uganda and Mauritius.

We employ highly trained industry professionals with extensive experience in full design of facilities for the food service industry. We manufacture an extensive range of catering and refrigeration equipment in our factory located in Epping, Cape Town. We have also secured supply agreements from some of the world’s finest catering equipment

brands; and carry a wide range of spare parts.

All equipment supplied carries an extensive warranty and we guarantee to stock spares for all new, as well as old, model equipment.

Mac Brothers were the first in the industry in South Africa to pioneer the use of 3D architectural design software such as Revit and 3ds Max. We have a fully qualified team of designers who liaise with clients from conceptualisation through to final building plans, focusing on creating an efficient, sustainable and productive working environment that is world class. We also offer 3D animated renderings for presentation purposes which enables the client to “view” their completed kitchen even before the first brick is laid.

Mac Brothers has a Project Management Division and is actively involved in overseeing every kitchen fit-out process, including consultation with other specialists for plumbing, electrical, ventilation and gas services.

Our factory is equipped with the latest production equipment which includes the state of the art Salvagnini P4 panel bender; this allows us to employ the latest stainless steel fabrication techniques from Europe for our products. We specialise in design for manufacturing and assembly using the latest 3D product design technologies such as Solid Works.

A strong feature of Mac Brothers is our after sales service complete with a dedicated 24/7 call centre located in each region, this allows us to offer unparalleled support and convenience for our clients. Mac Brothers Service Department personnel are highly qualified to maintain and service all

manufactured and imported products. This includes overseas training and refresher courses for our technicians. Our qualified team of chefs give in-depth, on-site training to clients and their staff regarding preventative maintenance, general hygiene and correct operation of our equipment. We also offer advice on equipment and operational requirements in respect to HACCP legislation.

We aim to support and advise our clients to be successful through the use of our collective skills, knowledge and experience of the food service industry. Mac Brothers Catering Equipment offers a “ONE STOP SHOP” philosophy for South Africa, Africa and the Indian Ocean islands. Mac Brothers Catering Equipment is a proud participant in our country’s BEE program, and has been awarded a level four grading.

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EXTEND THE KITCHEN TIPS

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dding value to your home, while increasing living space at the same time by improving the kitchen space makes good sense. Today, technology allows you to extend the footprint of your home without turning it into a messy and financially draining construction site. A new generation and highly acclaimed insulated panels with integrated roofing sheets system offer a robust and cost-efficient alternative for any extensions. In the kitchen, the ceiling panels create a healthy living environment, reducing damp and mould. This panel system also reduces condensation. By knocking down a few walls to have an open-plan layout is far more suited for modern family life. By lifting the ceiling height the kitchen will feel instantly bigger and brighter.

Known as Isospan, the product is well-suited to the South African climate because of its insulation qualities and is guaranteed for 10 years. It solves all extreme weather conditions with its two layers of steel laminated to a polystyrene core. This provides high-performance durability and

strength. Isospan is a cost-efficient, insulated roof and ceiling system designed to provide aesthetically pleasing cover. It provides shelter, energy savings in both heating and cooling because of its insulation properties and long life because of its excellent durability.

The new generation Isospan is cost-effective and tough. This highly acclaimed ceiling sheet roof is insulated and perfect for kitchen extensions. Advantages include: • • • • •

Cost-effectiveness Humidity and moisture resistance LED light options Handy colour palette Ten-year warranty

With so much versatility the product is a practical choice. It can be used for Kitchen extensions, Patios, Dining extensions, enclosed carports, and sunrooms. https://awningwarehouse.co.za/

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M E E T T H E D U M B WA I T E R

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he term dumbwaiter was first used to describe a small elevator or lift to carry objects between floors. Simply called a dumbwaiter because it carried food or other objects between floors of large houses Elegant and ultra-efficient, the dumbwaiter makes serving and cleaning up fast and effortless. Dumbwaiters can be used whenever there is a need to move small quantities of goods from one level to another and are perfect for restaurants, libraries, hotels and many other industries.

Highly customisable and versatile, the dumbwaiters are neat, modern and

require minimal shaft space. It can carry loads from 100kg to 300kg in the standard range, up to 500kg if specified. Maximum internal lift dimensions are restricted to 1000mm wide x 1000mm deep x 1200mm high in South Africa.

The first dumbwaiter used in ancient Greece used the rope and pulley version to transport food from the basement kitchens to the dining room. In 1883 a New York inventor created the first mechanical dumbwaiter lift.

Powered dumbwaiters today require just a push of a button to raise or lower the car.

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Simply called a dumbwaiter because it carried food or other objects between floors of large houses Elegant and ultra-efficient, the dumbwaiter makes serving and cleaning up fast and effortless.

THE VIRTUES OF VENTING

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he vented hob, also known as an extractor hob, is the latest innovation in kitchen appliance design; merging two key appliances into one – a downdraught extractor with an induction hob. We speak to Mercia de Jager from leading kitchen appliance manufacturer, Miele, about these incredibly efficient and industry-changing appliances.

There is nothing quite as inviting as the aroma of freshly baked bread in the oven.

However, the leftover aroma of the fish you fried for dinner is not as appealing. This is why investing in the right extractor is so crucial, as it eradicates unwanted odours in the kitchen, and also draws out any excess grease and steam from the room – resulting in cleaner, fresher air, less condensation, and of course, less greasy surfaces to clean. But what if you could have the best of both – an extractor and a hob – all rolled into one appliance? With a vented hob, like the TwoInOne from Miele for example, you can – it offers the best in downdraught extraction, with state-of-the-art, energy-saving induction technology to cook on.

Says Miele’s Mercia de Jager: “A vented hob, such as the TwoInOne from Miele, is a wonderful addition to any kitchen design. It offers super-efficient and fast-operating induction cooking, together with downdraught extraction that pulls the steam and fat directly from the source; filtering out any bad smells, smoke or grease and preventing them from straying into the room and lingering after all the cooking is done. It is a sleek, stylish and functional solution that is ideal for small kitchens, or for installation in

a kitchen island, where a cooker hood would ruin the open-plan feel of the space. Also, the compact nature of their design allows for more countertop space to be allocated for cooking and prep, and for other elements such as under-counter drawers and units.”

How do downdraught extractors work?

Miele’s TwoInOne allows you to focus on the pleasure of cooking due to built-in state-of-the-art Con@ctivity technology, which enables automatic fan power regulation. Mercia explains: “The hob transmits information about its settings to the extractor’s electronic system, which automatically adjusts the extraction levels accordingly. So you never have to worry about switching the extractor on, adjusting it while cooking, or switching it off once you have finished.”

Once operating, the TwoInOne efficiently draws any unwanted airborne overflow directly from the pan itself, preventing any smells, smoke, steam or grease from ever rising up and spreading throughout your kitchen. This is an incredibly efficient means of extraction, says Mercia: “The grease particles are trapped in a 10-ply stainless-steel grease filter, which can easily be removed and cleaned in the dishwasher.

The air then travels through durable honeycomb active charcoal filters that absorb all odours. Made from bituminous coal, these filters can be conveniently regenerated in the oven.”

You can choose between a vented or a recirculation extractor, notes Mercia: “A vented extractor is connected to a duct or pipe that runs to on exterior wall of the house and

These extractors remove any grease, odours and steam from the air that is drawn in, and then releases the purified air back into the room

the oven.” You can choose between a vented or a recirculation extractor, notes Mercia:

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A vented extractor is connected to a duct or pipe that runs to on exterior wall of the house and expels the air outdoors. These work well, but the location of the extractor is important, as it will either need to be installed alongside an exterior wall, or ducting will need to be installed under the floor. If this is not possible, then you can select a recirculation extractor. These extractors remove any grease, odours and steam from the air that is drawn in, and then releases the purified air back into the room.

Recirculation models are exceptionally easy to install, and can be installed anywhere in the kitchen.”

Since most vented hobs will be installed into the kitchen island, which is usually part of an open-plan design, Mercia says that it is essential to take note of how much noise the extractor will make when it is operating:

“Obviously, the quieter, the better. Miele’s TwoInOne features an ECO motor that operates with DC current, making it up to 70% more energy efficient compared to conventional motors, and also ensuring that it operates exceptionally quietly.”

How do induction hobs work?

An induction burner consists of a ceramic plate with an electromagnetic coil beneath it. When you turn the burner on, an electric current runs through the coil, generating a fluctuating magnetic field, but no heat on the burner itself. Only once you set an iron or stainless steel pan on the burner, then the magnetic field induces many smaller electric currents in the pan’s metal. Thus, on an induction hob, the heat is not coming from the burner, but the pan itself.

Says Mercia: “Induction hobs are incredibly energy efficient. For example, a pot of water will come to a boil on an induction stove in almost half the time of a standard gas stove.

Miele’s TwoInOne boasts an impressive A++ energy rating. This is further boosted by

innovative technology, such as Miele’s ll exclusive TwinBooster function for extra fast heat generation when it is needed most.

With induction hobs, you’re also less likely to have hot spots in your pan, where food gets scorched because it has more contact with the heat source below. And, once you remove the pan, an induction cooktop cools off much faster than a conventional burner, because it was only hot from contact with the pan – making it a far safer option.”

Mercia notes that there are a few added extra features to look out for, as they can play an enormous part in the overall functionality and usability of the hob: “Safety features are important – Miele’s TwoInOne, for example, offers a lock function that protects from an

accidental or unauthorised operation, and every cooking zone is equipped with overheating protection. It also features a Stop&Go function that allows for all cooking zones to be powered down to level one, and then reactivated on your return, all with a single touch of a button. This allows you to leave the food unattended for a short period of time without it overcooking or burning.

Also, bearing in mind that since the downdraught extractor is usually positioned in the middle of the hob, there are usually only four cooking zones. As a result, features that allow you to combine two cooking zones into one large single zone are exceptionally convenient.”

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Since most vented hobs will be installed into the kitchen island, which is usually part of an open-plan design, Mercia says that it is essential to take note of how much noise the extractor will make when it is operating

THE BIO DOSINGSYSTEM FOR THE DIRTY JOB

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n catering and commercial kitchens, large amounts of fats and organic solids are produced. These are collected in grease traps which must be cleared regularly. This unpleasant task is generally avoided until it is too late.

With this in mind, Herbish Drainage Systems has introduced the HERBISH® BIO Dosing System and BIO Fluid. Our aim is to help our clients prevent, rather than react to, the costly issues generated by poor fat/oil/ grease management.

The HERBISH® BIO Dosing System dispenses programmable quantities of bacteria-containing BIO Fluid into the grease trap. These bacteria secrete food-specific enzymes which rapidly degrades fat, oil and grease converting them into simple, environmentally harmless compounds that cannot recombine at a later stage.

With the introduction of the HERBISH® BIO Dosing System, Herbish Drainage Systems continues to develop proactive waste solutions complementing its range of mechanical waste solutions such as grease traps and solids collectors.

Benefits • Digestion of Fat, Oil and Grease (FOG) in grease traps and drain lines • The reduced requirement to pump out grease traps • Elimination of smells due to organic break down in drain lines • Ensures compliance with legislation, including building regulations and other environmental laws • Ensures free running drains by preventing fat blockages • Enhances the performance of effluent treatment plants • Minimises rodent and insect problems • No floor drums or containers – easy to handle fluid packs • Low maintenance for kitchen staff • Environmentally friendly and safe • Once installed, it just automatically doses the drain every day • Can be installed almost anywhere in the kitchen • No buttons to push after dosing system has been programmed Herbish Drainage Systems

The HERBISH® BIO Dosing System dispenses programmable quantities of bacteria-containing BIO Fluid into the grease trap.