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R e s t a u r a n t D a i l y N e w s Tu e s d a y, M a y 2 1 , 2 0 1 3 4 4 CDN OFFERS EXTENSIVE FOODSERVICE LINE FOR COMMERCIAL KITCHENS Specializing in time and temperature, Component Design Northwest (CDN) offers an extensive foodservice line including its exclusive ProAccurate ® Thermometers, which provide all of the features commercial kitchens require: rapid response time, with an accurate temperature readings in just 6 to 8 sec- onds; wide temperature range of -40 degrees to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (-40 degrees to 250 degrees Celsius); field recalibration that is quick and easy, for reliable and consistent results over time; BioCote antimicrobial coating helps protect against bacterial cross contamination―with a silver-based coating inhibits harmful food-borne microbe growth when used in conjunc- tion with safe hygiene practices; NSF Certified; large digital display that is easy and fast to read; temperature data hold function to save time and stream- line the operation; and sturdy water- proof and shatterproof construction, featuring food-safe ABS plastic and 304 grade stainless steel stems. All CDN ProAccurate Thermometers come with a five-year warranty, and use one LR44 button bat- tery, included. The ProAccurate Thin Tip Thermometer (DTT450) includes an accurate 1.5 mm tip for monitoring inter- nal temperatures of the thinnest foods, including grilled burgers, baked fish or flatiron steak. This model features easy field recali- bration. A safety sheath protects the stain- less steel stem while not in use. The sheath can also double as a handle extension. Starting in May 2013, this ther- mometer will be offered in red (meat), green (produce) and blue (seafood), aligning with HACCP's (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) present color coding system, designed to prevent cross contamination and promote a high level of food safety. It is currently avail- able in yellow (poultry). The ProAccurate Thin Tip Thermometer has a list price of $21. The ProAccurate Pocket Thermometer (Q2-450X) features a large digital read-out conveniently located on the handle near the function buttons and a 1.5 mm thin tip for perfect food presen- tation. It also stands out for its easy field recalibration. A temperature guide is on the sheath, which can double as a handle extension. This versatile thermometer comes with a rope to hang it around the neck or wrist. It has a list price of $22. The ProAccurate Thermometer (DTQ450X) is the companion product to the ProAccurate Pocket Thermometer (Q2-450X). It includes the same features as the Pocket Thermometer, but comes in an alternate stainless steel design. Its 5- inch stem features a 1.5 mm thin tip. The ProAccurate Thermometer has a list price of $22. Precise temperature and time are essential details in foodservice. If you're a foodservice professional, CDN Thermometers and Timers are the accu- rate choice, every time. For more information, contact CDN at 800-338-5594, visit www.cdn-time- andtemp.com, or visit the CDN booth 7138 at the NRA Show. REWARDS NETWORK COMMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM BUILDS RELATIONSHIPS The Rewards Network Comment Management System (CMS) is a valuable tool for our restaurants, one that allows them to connect with their diners outside of the restaurant, online, 24/7. By logging in to the CMS, the company's clients can receive, analyze and respond to diner feed- back and comments, further engaging these diners even after they've left the restaurant. And to make it even easier, clients can now log in to the CMS on their mobile devices, providing them with a way to stay connected to their diners at all times. Using the CMS on a mobile device allows clients to communicate with cus- tomers even after they've left the restau- rant. It also allows clients to post positive reviews to Facebook pages for an extend- ed presence, which builds customer rela- tionships and encourages loyalty. For more information, visit booth 3849. EASYOPEN BOX LINING SYSTEM INCREASES SPEED OF LINER PLACEMENT BY 50 PERCENT Bread, bagels, dried fruits, spices, frozen meats, seafood, nuts and chocolate are all examples of foods or food ingredients that are packaged in a box with a plastic liner or bag inside to protect them. The issue for the manufacturer is how to insert the bags into the boxes quickly and efficiently minimizing opportunities for contamination. While some bakeries and food manufacturers have the capital needed to invest in automated packaging equipment for erecting cartons and inserting bags or liners, many companies rely on individual workersa slow and tedious process. The EasyOpen Manual Bag Placement unit from Plascon Food Solutions (Booth 6870) and Niverplast increases the speed of bag insertion into a box, carton or crate, decreases contami- nation risk and makes the process much more ergonomic for workers on the pro- duction line. The EasyOpen Manual Bag Placement Unit is an internationally patented liner insertion system that con- sists of a stand with special pins that bun- dle and hang bags on two sides. Bags are specially perforated to release and open properly on the EasyOpen unit. The EasyOpen unit is mobile with adjustable height. A video of the unit's operation can be viewed on Plascon's website at http://tinyurl/EasyOpenLiner. In studies by Niverplast, a typical worker inserts 200 bags an hour using traditional bag insertion methods such as using bags on a reel and inserting individually. Use of the EasyOpen unit increases this insertion rate by up to 50 percent leading to a possible 33 percent reduction in labor costs and an increase in production speed. Plascon's box liners have a square bottom and are designed to fit the con- tainer perfectly. The form-fit design increases the fill space available in the box while creating a custom package appearance. "With this design, package capacity is optimized and small food items like nuts and dried fruit do not get caught in the corners of a liner when the box is emptied," said Matt Klein, Sales Engineer for Plascon Food Solutions. "The liners can even be used for viscous liquids like butter, process cheese, fon- dant sugar, oils and fats." Liners are available clear or colored and can be printed. All are food contact approved including Plascon's line of 100 per- cent biodegradable liners. Plascon Food Solutions offers both the equipment and bags to meet specific food packaging require- ments, and through their partnership with Niverplast, offers a full range of box lin- ing systems from manual to full automat- ic, custom designed packaging lines. Liners are made in the United States at Plascon's Michigan blown film plant. In addition to liners for Niverplast systems, Plascon can supply liners for other box lining equipment manufacturers. For more information, visit booth 6870 at NRA 2013, go online to www.plascon- group.com, call 888-584-4422 or email foodsolutions@plascongroup.com. FMP CATERSEAL GASKETS: A BETTER WAY TO COVER STEAM TABLE PANS Steam table pans are workhorses in the kitchen. Despite their importance, the current methods used to store or transport food in them are not ideal. Pan lids can easily get dislodged and plastic wrap does not stick to food pans securely. In an effort to utilize plastic wrap-on pans, pro- fessionals developed the "cater wrap." Plastic wrap is wound around a pan of food until there is enough of the wrap to stick to itself and be secure. Loose pan lids and wasted cling wrap aren't a problem when using CaterSeal ® gaskets. CaterSeal gaskets actually secure the steam table pan lid to its pan and create a tight bond with plas- tic wrap. This helps prevent spills from loose lids or plastic wrap. It allows for a tight seal with a minimum usage of plas- tic wrap. The gaskets can be used either before or after putting on a pan lid or plastic wrap. Commercial grade plastic wrap solidly clings to the CaterSeal gas- ket and will not lose its "clinginess" as it is repeatedly removed and replaced. CaterSeal gaskets provide extra value to your kitchen operation with additional benefits. They protect pan edges from banging against one another. Less banging means a quieter kitchen and the added protection is especially helpful with plastic pans. Moreover, already dented pan edges get a new look when given the CaterSeal gasket treatment. When used on all the pans in a steam table line, CaterSeal gaskets create a seal from pan to pan. This seal helps prevent steam from escaping and keeps the heat in the table where it belongs. The elimination of rising steam makes for a more visually pleasing steam table and a more pleasant atmosphere for workers and guests. Plus, the gripping qualities keep serving utensils from slid- ing into the pan. This helps reduce food contamination and utensil clean up. Currently, CaterSeal gaskets come in two sizes: for full- and half-size kitchen pans. They are available in two colors: gray or black, but any color is available through special order. You can use CaterSeal gaskets to store food, in a steam line, in an oven (they are designed to tolerate up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit), and in the freezer—virtually anywhere you would find a food pan. CaterSeal gaskets are made of FDA- compliant food grade, high-quality sili- cone. See a full demonstration on how CaterSeal gaskets can be a solution in your kitchen at the FMP booth. To learn more stop by the FMP booth 3656 or go to our website at www.fmpon- line.com or call 800-257-7737.