Anatomy of the Galaxy… Popcorn Popper that is…
star manufacturing galaxy popcorn machine
Galaxy popcorn machines from Star Manufacturing feature European style good looks with both large capacity production and large popped corn storage. Popcorn purveyors across the globe have grown to trust the Star Brand Galaxy popcorn machines, the Galaxy poppers are known for efficiency in popping popcorn to expansion ratios approaching 40 to 1. This vital statistic sets Star apart from the competition and ensures end users get the most popcorn production per batch to maximize profitability. The Galaxy popcorn machines come in four sizes, 8oz, 12oz, 14oz, & 18oz; and feature tempered etched glass panels, anodized full length door hinges, clear lexan drop panel, aluminium alloy corner posts, stainless steel old maid drawer, convenient eye level control panel with lighted switches and a corn warming system with heated corn deck and infrared heat lamp.
The Galaxy is a great popcorn machine and a great profit center for any vendor. We currently have all 4 Galaxy models at an unbelievably low prices and free freight! Give us a call today and get popping with a Galaxy popcorn machine, thanks for reading and remember...
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with J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment Healthcare Foodservice Supplies / Catering Equipment / Commercial Sinks Commercial Refrigeration / Commercial Ovens & Ranges / Bar Supplies Greenwood, SC 1-866-200-6056Commercial Ice Machines: “Air-Cooled vs. Water-Cooled, whats the differance?”
It seems as though one of the more frequently asked questions around the sales office is, "What's the difference between air-cooled & water-cooled?"... Well I'm here to give you that answer. While it may seem as thought the answer is self explanatory most people do not understand the difference or the pros & cons of each.
Air-cooled commercial ice machines have a electric fan that assists in the removal of heat produced by the mechanical refrigeration components. Water-cooled commercial ice machines use water to cool the mechanical refrigeration by circulating the cool water around the components. Water-cooled machines use significantly more water than air-cooled machines, about 100 gallons per 100-lbs of ice produced, and single-pass (use and dump) systems have been banned in many cities in the US.
Air-cooled ice machines are far more popular these days mainly because they are more energy efficient than the water-cooled counterparts and have a lower cost of operation. A lot of the air-cooled commercial ice machines on the market today are adorned with the Energy Star label, for those not familiar with the Energy Star label it is the trusted, government-backed (EPA) symbol for energy efficiency helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy-efficient products and practices. One downside to the self contained air-cooled ice machine is the warm air that is emitted into the room in which it is located, this typically isn't a problem and in most applications you will never notice the warm air coming from the ice machine. If you want to alleviate this "problem" you can use a remote air-cooled ice machine, this type of machine removes the condensing unit from the ice machine head and remotely locates it outside your building where the warm air will be discharged. While not as popular or energy efficient, water-cooled ice machines do have their place and that place is anywhere the ambient air temperature will be above 75°F. If the location you will be installing your commercial ice machine is not air-conditioned (i.e. outside) then a water-cooled machine may be the better choice. The reason for this being that if the ambient air is above 75°F the air-cooled machine will have a hard time cooling the refrigeration components there by putting a strain on the system which in turns decreases the machines production and increase wear and tear.
I hope this helps clear up some of the confusion but if you are still not certain about the type of machine you need or have questions regarding commercial ice machines feel free to contact the friendly and knowledgeable staff at J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment and we'll be happy to help you. Thanks for reading and remember...
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From salad/sandwich prep tables to bottle coolers, True Manufacturing has the commercial refrigeration you're looking for. True has been an industry leader in commercial refrigeration for 65 years and to this day they continue to go above and beyond in the areas of quality, design, availability and performance. True is committed to eco-friendly manufacturing by meeting and exceeding the energy standards while maintaining quality and performance. By matching and balancing over-sized compressors, evaporators and condenser coils, True engineers environmentally friendly refrigeration systems with shorter run times, lower energy consumption and the industry's coldest holding temperatures. The fan motors are completely sealed, oil-filled, self lubricating, low velocity fan motors with a life expectancy of 15-20 years. True commercial refrigeration utilizes ecomate foam, a foamed in place CFC free polyurethane, high density insulation that provides unparallelled strength and an increase to an already industry exceeding insulation factor with zero ozone depletion potential (ODP) and zero global warming potential (GWP). True commercial refrigeration has been made in the USA since 1945 and every commercial refrigerator and commercial freezer undergoes a 100% run test before being released into the finished goods inventory. For more information on True's commitment to quality and reliability check out the top 10 reasons to make a True Choice.
J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment carries the complete line of True commercial refrigeration at the lowest possible price every piece of commercial refrigeration from True ships at no cost to our customer.* Regardless of the size of your order we are committed to superior customer service so give us a call today and let J.E.S. be the one stop shop for all your commercial restaurant equipment and smallware needs. Thanks for reading and remember...
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Time to clean your commercial ice machine
June is right around the corner and being that it is the sixth month of the year its a perfect time to do a little preventative maintenance on your commercial ice machine. The things that I'm going to outline here will only take a few minutes to accomplish and will help keep the ice flowing during the busy summer months ahead.
- Change the water filter: Changing your water filter every six months will ensure that it operates at peak performance year round. Water filters serve several purposes when paired with your commercial ice machine; they reduce unpleasant tastes and odors, they filter out sediment that can lead to clogs and downtime as well as removing unwanted minerals that can create deposits on the evaporator which tends to be a cause of inconsistent ice production.
- Clean Air Filter: Most air cooled commercial ice machines have a reusable air filter that will need to be cleaned. Like the filter in your HVAC system over time it will become clogged with dust and other airborne debris; this will "choke" the ice machine and in turn it will not be able to draw the correct amount of air needed to cool the mechanical components. Over heating of the refrigeration components can lead to decreased ice production and even bigger/more expensive problems down the road.
- Clean Condenser: Now this step can be a little tricky... over time dust will accumulate on the condenser and prevent it from cooling the refrigerant properly and thus putting a strain on the mechanical refrigeration components, ultimately causing wear and tear that will lead to potentially expensive repairs. The easiest way to remove the build up from the condenser is to use compressed air... with that said let me warn you... this will make a mess and depending where your ice machine is located you may want to try and us a vacuum cleaner to remove the dust, just be careful not to damage the condenser.
- Check connections for Corrosion and leaks: This is a pretty simple step, a quick glance inside the machine and you should be able to notice any corrosion on the electrical connections or leaks around the water lines, pump, etc... If you notice any leaks or corrosion you should contact your local service agent for further inspection.
- Use ice machine cleaner: Most commercial ice machines these days are equipped with a cleaning system that will cycle a cleaning solution through the ice machine and remove the mineral deposits and other build up in the system. You will need to consult your owners manual or the manufacturer to ensure you use the proper cleaning solution for your machine.
While there are more in depth tasks that should be done routinely they are best performed by a authorized service agent. I would recommend that you have a service tech go over your machine with a fine tooth comb once a year to ensure that all components are in good condition and operating properly. By performing the 5 simple tasks outlined above you can save quite a bit of money over the life of your commercial ice machine, but keep in mind safety is of the utmost importance and its a good idea to disconnect the power before "servicing" your machine.
At J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment we sell commercial ice machines from Scotsman, Ice-O-Matic, Hoshizaki and Manitowoc as well as water filters and cleaning solutions for each manufacturer. We also sell restaurant supplies wholesale so give us a call today and let J.E.S. be the one stop shop for all your commercial restaurant equipment and smallware needs. Thanks for reading and remember...
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with J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment Healthcare Foodservice Supplies / Catering Equipment / Commercial Sinks Commercial Refrigeration / Commercial Ovens & Ranges / Bar Supplies Greenwood, SC 1-866-200-6056Whisperflo® Cook and Hold Oven on sale at J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment
BK Industries GO-36T cook and hold oven
For a limited time we have the Whisperflo® Cook and Hold Oven from BK Industries marked at an unbelievably low price and FREE FREIGHT! The GO-36T is a mobile undercounter cook and hold oven that features a heavy duty stainless steel door, an improved baffle system for better heat distriburtion, programmable touchpad controls and a hi/lo power selection that allows you to choose between high heat that uses all four heating elements or low heat that uses only two of the heating elements. BKI's Whisperflo® ovens ensure optimal cooking conditions across a broad spectrum for moist and tender food cooked to perfection. Designed to cook at low and high temperatures and programmable to automatically shift into a 'hold' mode after a cook cycle, meats, poultry and vegetables can be kept hot up to 24 hours with whisperflo®. Extreme versatility so that at the flip of a switch, cookies, breads and biscuits, to name a few, can bake and brown similar to a convection oven. Give the friendly and knowledgable staff at J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment a call today and take advantage of this limited time offer. We have all the commercial restaurant equipment you need to keep your kitchen running smoothly so let us be the one stop shop for all your discount restaurnat supplies.
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with J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment Restaurant Equipment / Catering Equipment / Commercial Sinks Commercial Ice Machines from Ice-O-Matic, Hoshizaki, Manitowoc, & Scotsman Greenwood, SC 1-866-200-6056A few things to consider when purchasing a commercial restaurant oven
Walk into most any commercial kitchen and you'll find one or more variations on the commercial oven. Ovens have been used by culinary enthusiasts for centuries to cook different food items like breads, meats and casseroles. From convection ovens to combi ovens, deck ovens to conveyor ovens there are literally 100's of commercial ovens from dozens of manufacturers out there and determining which one is right for your application can be a daunting task. In this post I will attempt to provide a little insight into the different types of commercial ovens you have to choose from.
We are all familiar with the standard oven (also referred to as a conventional oven) and most of us have been using them in our commercial or residential kitchens for years. The standard oven uses an electric element or gas burner to heat the air inside the oven cavity; a thermostat regulates the temperature by turn the element or burner on & off. The biggest down fall with the conventional oven (not to be confused with the convection oven) is the lack of airflow inside the oven cavity. This creates the potential for uneven heat distribution which causes hot and/or "cold" spots in the oven which in turn leads to uneven cooking and longer cooking times. With that said the conventional oven has been used successfully for many years and to this day still do a fine job at cooking most any food product.
The "new" take on the standard oven is the commercial convection oven, these ovens operate on the same principle as the standard oven but with one major difference. Convection ovens utilize a blower (fan) that circulates the heated air inside the oven cavity which creates a more even heat distribution and more even cooking. While commercial convection ovens cost a little more than their conventional cousins they tend to be more energy efficient and reduce operating cost in the long run. Convection ovens also cook more evenly and slightly faster than standard oven, which helps reduce operating and food costs.
Combi ovens are the newest on the market, these ovens are multi function and utilize steam during the cooking process. Combi ovens have the ability to cook with dry heat, moist heat or can be used as a steamer. They utilize the same convection technology as a commercial convection ovens but by using steam they cook about 20% faster than standard and convection ovens. Schools have begun to adopt combi ovens in their kitchens because of the versatility and health benefits. Many school systems are not serving fried food any more and the combi oven gives them the ability to steam vegetables and bake food items like chicken nuggets and french fries in the oven and still get the desired texture. These ovens are pretty expensive but if you can stomach the initial investment you will love the way these ovens work; in the long run they will save you time and money.
There are also deck ovens and conveyor ovens which I think I'll save for a later post, the information above should be somewhat useful for eliminating the confusion between standard (conventional) ovens, convection ovens and combi-ovens. If you have further questions feel free to leave me a comment and I'll get your question answered ASAP.
J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment is the one stop shop for all your commercial restaurant equipment needs and our friendly and knowledgeable staff is here to answer your questions and help you make the right decisions when purchasing a new piece of restaurant equipment. We have ovens and ranges from all the top names like Southbend, Blodgett, Vulcan, American Range, Duke, Bakers Pride and Bakemax to name a few; so if you're in the market for a new commercial oven or range give us a call or visit us online.
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