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Re s ta u ra n t D a i l y N e ws 5 5 S u n d a y, M a y 1 8 , 2 0 1 4 from improperly maintained or malfunc- tioning equipment thanks to fast, reliable ISM-band wireless communication and state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence technology. Whether monitoring timers or active recipes, remotely starting recipes or changing dayparts, checking equipment status and functionality, logging and accessing HACCP data, automating operating processes, ana- lyzing usage to identify wasteful processes or simplifying equipment troubleshooting, the Renau.Net and SKM systems are designed to save foodservice operators time and money by substantially lowering training, compliance and service costs. Using cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence technology applications, the Renau SKM system connects to the Internet through existing IT infrastruc- ture via the mediation of a Renau.Net Bridge, allowing a fast and secure cen- tral database server to unlock the full capabilities and potential of Renau-pow- ered equipment. The Renau SKM system can pro- vide equipment operators and manage- ment with alert information regarding when product is running low or is reaching the end of its hold time, or even if a door panel has been left open accidentally. The Renau SKM system Renau ( Cont'd. from p. 1) can even provide equipment operators and kitchen staff with equipment oper- ation information, food preparation instructions and cleaning directions. Most importantly, it can walk users through a series of simple, effective steps that can help restore equipment functionality. This can significantly reduce equipment down-time and eliminates many unnecessary but expensive service calls. Even in those unavoidable situa- tions where a service call is necessary, the Renau SKM system can help iden- tify the most likely issues, identify and contact the most convenient authorized service provider, and even provide technicians with comprehensive equip- ment repair information, service manu- als, parts lists and schematics and much, much more. Available for Windows, Android and iOS devices, the Renau SKM system offers multiple levels of access including User, Manager, Service Technician and Main Office. See Renau.net and SKM in action as it powers the Wireless Freshness Monitoring System featured in the Kitchen Innovations Pavilion (booth #2440) during the show. For more information about Renau Electronic Laboratories, please visit www.renau.com, stop by booth #4454, or call 818-341-1994. efficiently; it changes industry expecta- tions for what hand dryers can do. Following are some of the most innovative aspects of CPC. 1. Naturally free of chemicals. CPC kills germs as it dries hands natu- rally, without chemicals. Cold plasma, or bipolar ionization, is nature's way of cleaning the air and killing germs. High levels of ionization are found through- out nature, especially in environments such as mountaintops and ocean beach- es. The Cold Plasma Generator, avail- able only inside American Dryer eXtremeAir CPC models, uses steady- state positive and negative discharge points to split water molecules in the air into oppositely charged hydrogen and oxygen ions. 2. Kills pathogens, reduces parti- cles. HEPA filters, used by some dryer manufacturers, may trap microbes, but do not eliminate them. Neither do the filters clean the air surrounding the hands, as CPC does. By incorporating warm-air CPC, American Dryer's lat- est models actually kill germs as they dry hands without the creation of harmful ozone. CPC technology is also proven to kill harmful and microscopic pathogens including E.Coli, C.Diff, Staph, MRSA and TB as well as elimi- nating dust, smoke and pollen parti- cles. Testing has been done independ- ently by EMSL Labs, an Elite CDC certified lab. American Dryer ( Cont'd. from p. 1) 3. Cost savings. With CPC tech- nology, you can save up to 98 percent of paper towel costs and use just 2.5 watts of power to eliminate harmful germs. It's also a solid-state, mainte- nance-free solution without expensive filters, chemicals or labor. With the cost- and environmentally-conscious eXtremeAir CPC, restrooms can do away with empty paper towel holders, overflowing trash bins and towel- clogged toilets, too. 4. Compact, with adjustable sound and speed, plus universal voltage. Like all American Dryer hand dryers, eXtremeAir CPC has a compact design, which enhances its look and feel. The dryer also comes equipped with universal voltage and adjustable sound and speed, so there's no need for pricey upgrades or add-ons. 5. Trusted industry uses. Proven cold plasma technology has been suc- cessfully used to sanitize the air in commercial buildings since the 1930s. The prestigious Cleveland Clinic, Baylor College of Medicine and Boston Children's Hospital currently use it, and most recently, cold plasma has been used to treat surgical inci- sions and to kill bacteria in the food processing industry. The eXtremeAir CPC hand dryer has advanced this technology to kill the germs as you dry your hands. For more information, stop by booth #5408. RDN: What would you say makes your company unique? VP: With over 30 years as a bi-cultur- al company, I feel we bring a unique and intimate understanding of the U.S. Hispanic culture, trends and flavor preferences, as well as a unique per- spective on the growing impact to the U.S. consumer and beyond into other markets. RDN: What distinguishes your products from the competition? VP: I am proud to say that we repre- sent best in class brands, many of which we have had the pleasure to rep- resent for well over 20 years in the U.S. Two in particular we are high- lighting this year come from small family roots and are uniquely known for their authentic handcrafted quality that goes into every product: La Morena ® , maker of quality chilies, sal- sas, beans and fruits and El Yucateco ® , maker of the No. 1 selling habanero salsa in the U.S. as well as other salsas and condiments showcased at our booth 1821. We have worked hard with both these companies as we do all our partners to help them grow into the well-known and loved brands they are. In addition to these brands, we are also a manufacturer of the Don Victor ® brand. We created this line with the vision of bringing traditional Latin flavor and food presentation to the mainstream general U.S. market. The Don Victor product line includes Padilla ( Cont'd. from p. 1) spices, ingredients and sweeteners. This year we will be showcasing our sweeteners and consumables here at the show. RDN: Who are your target end-users? VP: Our focus is always on the con- sumer, identifying and knowing their needs across all segments and purchasing decisions, whether they are planning meals and entertaining for the family at home, at work or dining and entertaining out. This allows our team to work collab- oratively across all classes of trade to deliver fact based integrated business plans and solutions that ultimately win the consumer and grow sales. RDN: To what do you attribute your company's success? VP: Our success? That's simple, I attribute our success to our total team. I define team as not just our associates and business partners, but also our cus- tomers and clients. This is a complex industry with many layers. Distributors, hospitality industry own- ers, chefs, retailers and our own inter- nal team – each has a different perspec- tive, business needs and touch points with consumers. Yet, we all share the same goal: to delight the consumer with our products, earn their loyalty and advocacy. Success is shared knowl- edge through collaboration. For additional information or ques- tions please contact, Amy Colella Wilson, V.P. Marketing at amy .colella@padillaism.com. Be sure to visit booth #1821. effective. We're making these cam- paigns more accessible and worthwhile for everyone involved. We've rolled out to a limited area in Los Angeles, and are currently coordinating with national brands and small businesses who want to connect with their com- munities on a level they simply can't achieve on their own. RDN: Where did the idea for the DailyDonor app come from? TG: In recent years, we've seen edu- cation budgets dwindle while problems grow, and it's become harder for indi- viduals to support causes they care about, whether that's a national chari- ty, a local school or even their own child's classroom. Frustration with the status quo was really the driving force behind the concept. We knew to change it we had to create effective tools that empower our users to make a difference on a daily basis. That meant an app. We took a real 'reinventing the wheel' approach to it, and I believe it's paid off. We've put together a platform that can do some serious good while being an excellent business tool for attracting customers and bringing fundraising efforts out of the dark ages. Consumers, businesses, educa- tors and charities all suffer from the fragmented, 'one-off ' nature of typical charitable campaigns that simply don't reach their potential. This type of activity needs a centralized home to thrive, and that's what DailyDonor is. RDN: What distinguishes DailyDonor DailyDonor ( Cont'd. from p. 1) from the competition? TG: Teamwork. There's a satisfaction that comes with every DailyDonor trans- action, and our sponsor businesses get to be a part of that. I think that's really cool. It's personal connection with customers and community that you can't typically create intentionally, but it's an everyday reality with us. We sometimes get viewed as a 'deals' site at a glance, which we're not. We're all about driving charity, first and foremost, and our fees are next to noth- ing. With DailyDonor, a business can support local causes and still keep 200 to 300 percent of what they might with a 'deals' structure. We want you to support charities, not turn your business into one. We're purpose-built to drive customer engagement while maintaining a busi- ness-friendly platform. RDN: What impact do you think DailyDonor will have on local communi- ties, and who will use your app? TG: We want to empower the individ- ual, but this is ultimately all about teamwork. DailyDonor represents an opportunity for communities to help themselves. The more educators, con- sumers and businesses are involved in a community effort, the more they'll ben- efit. For example, a local PTA's group effort can really add up fast. We're not talking about a box of pencils here and there. We're talking about computer labs, more teachers, etc. The possibili- ties are enormous, and I can't wait to see where it goes. For more information, visit www .dailydonor.com, call 800-818-1347 or stop by booth #7067.