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Fo o d M a g i c D a i l y 2 9 M o n d a y, J u l y 1 8 , 2 0 1 6 insects. Research shows that most con- sumers will overcome their initial hesita- tion and try foods with insect ingredients if they see others trying them. Once they've tried it, the first-time barriers are gone, and they will keep coming back as long as the product tastes good. So as insects are becoming more common in the marketplace, more consumers see them and are willing to try, which leads to more products which leads to more first-time consumers, and so on. There will likely be a tipping point where insect protein becomes commonly accepted in the near future, offering market opportu- nities a wide range of food companies. Ento mo Farms (C o nt'd. fro m p. 1 ) As Exo, a protein bar client likes to say, "Crickets are the gateway bug." Entomo Farms is the largest human-grade cricket farm in North America and the only one that can fulfill large orders. It is certified organic, and can offer crickets that test gluten-free. It supplies dozens of companies around the world with cricket powder and whole roasted crickets being incorporated into packaged food prod- ucts. As the market grows, the price of crickets and cricket powder are declining. Processing techniques are improving, offering finer and lighter powders, and other options from raw crickets. Visit Entomo Farms in booth #2494 and learn more at www.entomofarms.com. RENAU'S NEXT GENERATION TOUCHSCREEN CONTROLS FEATURE CAPACITIVE TOUCH Renau's highly successful UCM-1200 Series of capacitive touchscreen controls will now be complemented by a whole new family of flush-mount capacitive touchscreens designed specifically with the foodservice industry in mind: the UCM-1443 and UCM-1470, both avail- able in horizontal or vertical configura- tions for added flexibility. Like Renau's other capacitive touch solutions, these state-of-the-art capacitive touchscreens can easily be operated by users wearing gloves. Now available in a standard 4.3-inch (UCM-1443) or jumbo-sized 7-inch (UCM-1470) display, the UCM-1400 Series offers equipment operators a sophisticated control that can be config- ured and installed either horizontally or vertically on the front of a controlled appliance. Measuring less than 0.91 inch- es deep, the UCM-1400 Series is com- pact and versatile enough to allow equip- ment manufacturers to mount it on virtu- ally any available panel space, including from inside the unit (allowing the display screen to be perfectly flush with the front panel). Using Renau's Single Wire Communication Network, the UCM- 1400 Series connects to any of Renau's compact, powerful hybrid micro process controllers to power even the most inten- sive and demanding applications. Equipment operators and customers see a sleek, vibrant color display that can easi- ly be mounted anywhere on the appliance while keeping the process controller inside of the controlled equipment, reducing the need for expensive and complicated harnesses. With the ability to quickly and easily access and select programs, as well as full sup- port for Day Part Programming, training equipment operators to use the UCM-1400 Series is fast and simple. Equipment operators can quickly and easily read the UCM-1400 Series' high-resolution color display from across the kitchen, and because the screen is the interface, use is incredibly intuitive, easy and designed to help reduce operator error and food waste. The UCM-1400 Series can even help guide a service technician through trou- bleshooting and repair. Easily upgradeable and fully repro- grammable, the UCM-1400 Series allows recipe menus and system configurations to be quickly updated through the media- tion of Renau's Universal Host Adaptor (UHA) and custom Windows-based soft- ware, which allows for the creation of custom recipe menus, warning alarms, sound files and system configurations that can be stored on an author- ized user's hard drive for future use and reference, or for larger organizations, e-mailed to a remote colleague. When it comes time to update the system, sim- ply save the desired file onto a USB flash drive and reprogram the products with the use of a Renau UHA Series Adaptor. The UCM-1400 Series is also com- pletely compatible with the Renau's new WHA Series of WiFi or ISM-band wire- less adapters. In order to perform in the most demanding foodservice industry environ- ments, all Renau products are fully encapsulated for outstanding protection from extreme temperatures, humidity and shock. Designed and manufactured in the United States, all Renau products are rigorously tested and come with an industry leading three-year warranty. For more information about Renau Electronic Laboratories' products and services, visit www.renau.com. EXCEL DRYER SERVES UP HEALTHY SAVINGS FOR RESTAURATEURS By William Gagnon, Vice President of Marketing Whether patrons enjoy high-quality burgers or delicious pizza, a candlelight dinner or a fast lunch break, the restaurant business has something to satisfy every taste bud. But it isn't just the food that patrons pay attention to; it's also the décor, the seating, and believe it or not, the rest- rooms. A restroom supplied with paper towels or outdated hand dryers can be a major hygiene issue and present a messy environment – it also increases labor, maintenance and waste for the staff who need to dedicate time to ensuring cus- tomer satisfaction. Excel Dryers provide restaurant staff and customers with a cleaner, more hygienic restroom environment. "The bathrooms need to be as clean as the kitchen; that goes without saying," said Tim Taillefer, General Manager of Max Burger. "If a guest sees a dirty bathroom, they are going to be scared. They will wonder what's going on the plate." Tim is right. In fact, a study done by the American Journal of Infection Control found that a large community of culturable bacteria, including toxin pro- ducers, can be isolated from unused paper towels and that they may be trans- ferred to individuals after handwashing. Specifically, the findings included 17 species of bacteria on the paper towels, with the most common being Bacillus, which causes food poisoning. Excel Dryer continues to innovate and set new industry stan- dards. The touch-free, auto- matic sensor activation and an optional HEPA Filtration System create a more hygien- ic restroom environment, which is particularly impor- tant for restaurant settings that require superior hygienic standards. The patented high-speed, energy-efficient XLERATOR ® Hand Dryer technology dries hands in 10 seconds and uses 80 percent less energy than conventional hand dryers – this equates to a 95 percent savings over paper towels. "Having the hand dryer is the key to having an effective speedy working envi- ronment. It gives us more time on the floor. More time on the floor equals more time with our guests. It allows our busi- ness to be more profitable," said Jay Fisher, Director of Operations/Partner Buffalo Wild Wings. "It allows our cus- tomer to be in and out … they are out before the commer- cial is even over." For more than 50 years, Excel Dryer has manufactured the finest American-made hand dryers in the industry. Excel Dryer is a family-run company dedicated to innovation and cutting edge technology backed by handmade quality and person- al service. Excel Dryer continues to lead the industry with its expanded and enhanced product line featuring adjustable speed and sound, HEPA Filtration System, adjustable heat settings, multi-voltage options and more. Combined with the most complete line of options and accessories, the best hand drying solution can be designed for any restroom environment. For more information, visit www.exceldryer.com. PIPINGPAL & PIPINGPAL PLUS PASTRY BAGS MAKE NAME FOR THEMSELVES Hand-E-Grip and Grip2Go by DayMark pastry bags have undergone a facelift. The two brands, available from DayMark Safety Systems and long rec- ognized as industry leaders in pastry bags, are being re-branded. Hand-E-Grip bags will now be known as PipingPal ® pastry bags, while Grip2Go will be known as PipingPal Plus. Integrating DayMark's highly durable, easy-grip design, with burst- resistant welds and a smooth interior that enhances product flow, both PipingPal and PipingPal Plus disposable pastry bags will continue to deliver the strength and comfort of traditional canvas bags for which they have come to be known. DayMark's pastry bags still accom- modate a wide range of tips and couplers and are sealed to prevent tampering. They also feature a convenient 45 degree angle that allows the user to get close to the product and are ideal for a variety of piping applica- tions with icing, chocolate, mashed potatoes, soft meats and other pureed foods. Delivering the confi- dence and control of reusable bags (without the messy cleanup) and durability for thick, textured fillings, PipingPal and PipingPal Plus bags continue to be a preferred alternative to reusable bags. They are FDA compliant and EU certi- fied food grade material, while carrying no risk of contamination due to improp- er cleaning, as they are simply disposed of after use. PipingPal and PipingPal Plus bags are available in 12-inch, 18-inch and 21-inch vari- ations, sold in dispenser boxes and in bulk. While PipingPal continues to set the stan- dard for disposable pas- try bags, PipingPal Plus bags provide an even stronger, more durable option. PipingPal Plus bags pro- vide all of the same benefits as PipingPal bags, and deliver four times the tack- level, enhancing grip and reducing hand fatigue. For more information, including how to order DayMark's line of PipingPal pas- try bags, visit www.daymarksafety.com.