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Re s ta u ra n t D a i l y N e ws 4 3 Fri d a y, M a y 1 6 , 2 0 1 4 KEEPING YOUR RESTAURANT SAFE AND ENERGY EFFICIENT In today's green world, restaurants and businesses are constantly looking for new ways to improve efficiency, safety and their environmental impact. Restaurants are seeking cooking equip- ment, safety supplies, storage methods and chafing fuels. By selecting the appro- priate equipment, restaurateurs can easily make a significant impact on their daily operations. The Importance of Being Green Americans are responsible for an extremely large proportion of the world's pollution. We consume more, and along the way, create more waste as a by-prod- uct of the consumption. Restaurants in particular waste energy and resources; however, if one is simply aware of the issues they can easily become a part of the solution. What to Look for in a Green Product When looking for an energy efficient and safe product, there are many things to be aware of. First and foremost, look for seals such as energy star, which denotes the product as highly efficient. Another seal to look for that is particularly valu- able to restaurateurs are products that have been endorsed by the Green Restaurant Association, a national non- profit that provides convenient and cost- effective ways to make businesses more energy efficient. Another easy way to decrease your environmental impact is by replacing outlets with advanced power strips that reduce the waste created by idle appliances. Safe and Efficient by SternoCandleLamp SternoCandleLamp has a wide array of products that are both incredibly safe and efficient, an excellent place to begin the process of "greenify- ing" your business without skimping on quality or effectiveness. Lumina FX2: Endorsed by the Green Restaurant Association, SternoCandleLamp's Lumina FX2 is perfect for restaurateurs looking to stress safety and efficiency while main- taining performance. The Lumina FX2 is rechargeable allowing them to be used again and again and it is perfect for use in high traffic areas, outdoors, and other areas where an open flame can be dan- gerous but ambient lighting is still desired. The Lumina FX2 is safe and easy to use and comes with a docking station that makes storage incredibly easy. Green Chafing Fuel: Made with USDA certified bio-based product formula, SternoCandleLamp's line of Green Chafing Fuel is endorsed by the Green Restaurant Association. Despite being made from renewable resources and being biodegradable, Green Chafing Fuel provides similar performance to SternoCandleLamp's other wick and gel chafing products. Green Chafing Fuel allows caterers and restaurateurs to keep their food hot while limiting the impact on the earth and ensuring their safety. For more information, stop by booth #7225 or visit www.sternocandlelamp.com. EXCEL DRYER HELPS THE PIZZA SHOPPE SAVE THOUSANDS By William Gagnon, Vice President of Marketing, Excel Dryer It wasn't a secret sauce that earned The Pizza Shoppe a reputation and loyal fan base. At this pizzeria it's all about the dough. For almost six decades, The Pizza Shoppe has been serving a legendary ren- dition of the classic fare with a sugary crust, bringing together sweet and savory flavors for generations to enjoy. When The Pizza Shoppe transitioned to new ownership, Tony Giuggio felt privileged to inherit the secret family recipe that makes this pizza such a sweet treat. "The dough really is what makes our pizza one-of-a-kind," said Giuggio, Owner of The Pizza Shoppe, "and we haven't changed a single ingredient. However, when we began to look at other areas of the business, we realized an unexpected place where we were spend- ing a lot of dough – our restrooms." Guiggio continued, "From labor, maintenance and waste removal fees to the cost of purchasing and replacing paper towels, our restrooms were a signif- icant cost center. We looked for a solution and installed XLERATOR ® hand dryers." Unlike conventional hand dryers, which average 30 to 45 seconds of drying time, XLERATOR dries hands three times faster (in 10 to 15 seconds) and uses 80 percent less energy than conven- tional hand dryers. XLERATOR repre- sents a 95 percent cost savings when compared to paper towels, reduces the need for maintenance and improves rest- room hygiene. XLERATOR is also the only hand dryer to be MADE IN USA Certified ® , the first hand dryer to be endorsed by the Green Restaurant Association, is GreenSpec ® Listed and helps facilities qualify for several LEED ® Credits. The Pizza Shoppe was spending $4,680 a year on paper towels alone. A cus- tomized cost-savings analysis revealed high-speed, energy- efficient XLERATOR hand dryers would save The Pizza Shoppe $4,587 – a 97.6 per- cent savings versus paper towels – and eliminate 2,201 pounds of paper towel waste a year. The cost-savings analysis also generated environmental and ener- gy-efficiency statistics specific to The Pizza Shoppe's paper towel consump- tion. By adopting patented XLERATOR technology, The Pizza Shoppe would reduce its hand drying carbon footprint by 78 percent, which the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates an equivalent annual savings of 41 trees, 7.28 cubic meters in landfill space, 48,526 gallons of water and 45.89 gallons of gasoline (used to manufacture and transport paper towels and their waste). "It's great to hear customers elaborate on all of the benefits of XLER- ATOR hand dryers," said Vice President of Marketing at Excel Dryer, William Gagnon. "XLERATOR is particularly great for restaurants and the food service industry because they are hands-free and hygien- ic," said Gagnon. "Additionally, our new Sound and Speed Controller allows for restaurant owners to adjust the speed of the dryer, which can significantly lower the decibel level for any sound sensitive areas." Excel Dryer continues to innovate and set new industry standards. The new XLERATOReco ® Hand Dryer uses 'No Heat' technology that dries hands in 15 seconds using only 500 watts, making it one of the most environmentally-friendly hand dryers on the planet. For a chance to win a pair of free, cus- tom-covered XLERATOReco hand dryers, visit booth #2144. For more information, go to www.exceldryer.com, call 888-998- 7704 or email sales@exceldryer.com. POSTAL SERVICE SIMPLIFIES SHIPPING AND RETURNS FOR BUSINESS OWNERS As online shopping continues to grow in importance for consumers as well as businesses, the U.S. Postal Service becomes recognized for having the largest delivery platform in the United States. The Postal Service has launched major changes to its Priority Mail offering to better meet the needs of small business owners. With improved features like day-specific delivery, and enhanced USPS Tracking, small businesses can get more for their money when shipping packages with the Postal Service. The service offers fast delivery in one, two or three business days based on where the package originates and where it's being sent. At no additional charge, customers can order free boxes and schedule a free Package Pickup at their business. Small businesses can use online tools to: order free Priority Mail Flat Rate Boxes and other free supplies; calculate a shipment price with an easy and quick cal- culator; print a label with postage from a computer using a standard printer; and schedule a pickup online and have their carrier pick up the package. For many businesses, returns are inevitable. When business owners elim- inate the stress of returns, they are able to create customer loyalty, increase sales and control their costs. Priority Mail can offer customers with a quick, easy and hassle-free way to ship items back to a business. Whether a start-up gourmet food shop or an expansive franchise, U.S. Postal Service Returns can help facilitate the process with flexible return label options, multiple delivery speed and unmatched accessibility for shipping. Customers can choose to ship online, at a retail Post Office, at a self- service kiosk, at one of the thousands of partner locations or sched- ule a pickup at no cost. From helping promote a business with mail to providing cost-effective shipping services, the Postal Service has the information, tools and services to help businesses reach their goals. To learn more, visit USPS booth #1036 at the show or www.usps.com/business/ business-solutions.htm. DREW'S ALL NATURAL INTRODUCES 12 VARIETIES OF SALAD DRESSINGS Drew's LLC is pleased to announce the addition 12 varieties of all-natural salad dressings in one-liter bottles. Drew's All Natural Salad Dressings is the only brand packaged for foodser- vice application made with non- GMO verified expeller pressed canola oil and a blend of traditional, all- natural ingredients. Drew's All Natural Salad Dressings includes vegan, dairy free, low sodium and gluten free options. Free of trans fats and without the addition of artificial flavors, colors and preserva- tives, foodservice operators can feel good about enhancing their menus with a full line of all-natural dressings. Drew's is excited to share these new dressings with those attending the 2014 National Restaurant Show at booth #9022. The company's first dressing appeared on retail shelves in 1995 and Drew's has since expanded its product offerings to 15 all-natural dressings, eight organic dressings and eight organic salsas. You can find Drew's All-Natural Dressings at retail stores nationwide. More information about Drew's products is available on Drew's website at www.chefdrew.com.