tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50429154123508177592024-03-05T02:38:19.416-08:00Rapids Wholesale Equipment BlogTips, Techniques, Editorial Content for Rapids Wholesale equipment CompanyRapids Wholesalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17445262979718865793noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5042915412350817759.post-25917370047424558852015-04-08T14:57:00.000-07:002017-09-27T13:20:12.033-07:00How to Install a Rapids Home Refrigerator Kegerator Conversion Kit<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Hey folks, I thought I would take a moment here to walk you
through the process of converting a standard home refrigerator into your very
own kegerator unit using <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/home-beer-brewing-supplies-kits-and-equipment.html?manufacturer=369" target="_blank">Rapids kegerator conversion kits</a>. It’s really quite
simple, and in no time you’ll be enjoying your own draft beer from your very
own DIY kegerator. I'll walk you through my last conversion, but first . . .<br />
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<h3>
<b>Why People Convert
Fridges to Kegerators</b></h3>
There are a lot of reasons why people buy these kegerator
conversion kits. They make for a really inexpensive solution for a home brewer
to share their passion with friends. A lot of people buy these for use in their
garages and man caves; serving up domestic commercially brewed beers to their pals. Many are purchased by fraternities and other social
groups with thirsty folk, and it’s not uncommon for a bar our civic organization
to install them as an inexpensive satellite beer dispenser, away from their main
bar – maybe on a patio or down by the dock. Whatever the reason, I’ve found
these Rapids kits are the most complete and are really simple to install.
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<h3>
<b>Why Use a Rapids Conversion
Kit?</b></h3>
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Rapids knows beer. Especially beer dispensing!<br />
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Rapids founder, Harry Ribble, was a former Pabst Brewery
employee who actually designed and patented the first direct draw beer
dispenser the world has ever seen. He left Pabst and started Rapids Wholesale way
back in 1936. Rapids has built on that tradition of consistently ensuring full
pint glasses for thirsty folks ever since. They work with brewers,
distributors, bar owners, parts machinists and manufacturers nationwide. And
now they’ve brought that expertise home to you. <br />
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<b>Beer Dispenser
Tapping Kits for Commercial Beer Dispensers</b></h3>
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Rapids offers seven different kit configurations to help you
hook up whatever kind of beer dispenser you have. If you have purchased a
<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/bar-refrigerators-coolers/beer-dispenser.html" target="_blank">commercial beer dispenser</a> and only require the addition of a CO2 system, the
<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/5-lb-aluminum-co2-kit-w-double-reg.html" target="_blank">Rapids Beer Dispenser CO2 Kit</a> is likely all you need. It has the CO2 cylinder,
dual gauge regulator, and air line to attach to your commercial beer dispenser.
<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/home-beer-brewing-supplies-kits-and-equipment/deluxe-tapping-kits-w-sankey-tap.html" target="_blank">Rapids Deluxe Tapping Kit</a> includes a sankey keg coupler and a handy beer line
cleaning kit.<br />
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<h3>
<b>Kegerator Conversion
Kit Options</b></h3>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/home-beer-brewing-supplies-kits-and-equipment.html?manufacturer=369" target="_blank"><img alt="Kegerator Conversion Kit at Rapids Wholesale" border="0" src="https://rapidswholesale.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/500x500/5fc5ef711db4c9e0a63b31807e1ddda4/r/1/r172_1.jpg" height="200" title="Kegerator Conversion Kit at Rapids Wholesale" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/home-beer-brewing-supplies-kits-and-equipment.html?manufacturer=369" target="_blank">Rapids Deluxe Kegerator Conversion Kit</a></td></tr>
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If you are starting from scratch with a home refrigerator,
the <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/home-beer-brewing-supplies-kits-and-equipment.html" target="_blank">Deluxe Kegerator Conversion Kits</a> are the perfect “everything you need - one
stop shop” solution. They come with either a <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/double-gauge-regulator.html" target="_blank">dual gauge</a> or <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/american-beverage-single-gauge-regulator.html" target="_blank">single gauge</a>
regulator. For the little extra loot, I strongly suggest springing for the dual
gauge regulator. The extra gauge lets you know when you are running out of gas.
Invaluable information if you a planning a weekend get together with friends.<br />
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The Deluxe kits also include a <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/american-beverage-cleaning-kit-w-metal-pump.html" target="_blank">beer line cleaning kit</a> with
all the tools you need to keep your keg fridge serving the best tasting beer
with perfect pours. A clean beer dispensing system is essential to accurate
taste and aroma as well as pouring dynamics. Dirty lines and faucets can cause
huge heads and skunky flavors. Deluxe kits also have drip trays to save your
floor when you over pour.<br />
<br />
<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/home-beer-brewing-supplies-kits-and-equipment/super-conversion-kit.html" target="_blank">Super Kegerator Kits</a> do not include the cleaning kit and
drip tray. They come with a single gauge regulator and all the essential
components needed to dispense along with a faucet brush and spanner wrench. The
<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/home-beer-brewing-supplies-kits-and-equipment.html?manufacturer=369" target="_blank">other configurations</a> assume you already have a CO2 supply or faucet plumbing in
place.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Rapids Kegerator Kit Installation Procedure</span></b></h2>
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<span style="line-height: 21.81818199157715px;">In this video, I'll show you the quick install of my latest conversion. Below the video you will find more information and tips and tricks for your installation.</span><br />
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<b>Selecting the Donor
Fridge</b></h3>
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Now for the fun part – <i>installing
the components</i>. The very first thing you need to do is track down a donor
refrigerator. Make sure you get one big enough to hold the keg type you wish to
use. For Cornelius kegs (corny kegs) and Sixth Barrel kegs (log kegs), you can
often get away with using a taller dorm sized fridge. They are only about 9 inches in diameter
leaving room inside for both the keg and your CO2 tank. Keep in mind though,
these kegs are still nearly 2 foot tall, and you’ll need to fit a coupler on
top of that, so choose wisely.
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For Quarter Barrel kegs (pony kegs) and traditional Full Sized
kegs (actually called half barrel), you’ll likely need to opt for a full size
refrigerator. You should budget for a 17 inch diameter for the keg and add the
diameter of your CO2 cylinder (about 5-1/2 inches for a 5 lb. tank).
Mounting the cylinder outside of the fridge and running a line through another
hole in the side is an option, but obviously a little more engineering would be
required.<br />
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<h3>
<b>Stripping Down the
Refrigerator</b></h3>
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Okay, now that you have your donor fridge in place, you need
to make room inside to fit the keg. This means you’ll have to pull out all
drawers and shelving to make space. In some cases you will be able to throw a
shelf or two back in the fridge on the top after the install. But for starters
you’ll want to remove everything to give you working space.<br />
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Some refrigerators are not flat on the bottom. If there is a
drawer unit, be sure to pull it out and look behind it to see if the floor
extends all the way to the back wall. If not, you may have to devise some sort
of platform to fit the keg on. I used a milk crate and plywood to get over the
hump in mine. Putting a sheet of plywood down on the bottom is recommended even
if you do have a flat bottom. It will prevent the floor from getting too banged
up from moving the kegs in and out. Who knows, maybe one day you’ll want to sell
this bad boy . . . might as well keep it pretty!<br />
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UNPLUG the refrigerator! Soon you will be drilling into it.
Save yourself from potential electrical shock and an embarrassing trip to the
ER . . . or worse. Don’t be an idiot, UNPLUG THE FRIDGE!<br />
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<h3>
<b>Drill Baby, Drill!</b></h3>
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The beer has to come out of the fridge. It does our bellies
no good staying locked up inside. To get the beer outside, we gotta get through
the door or a sidewall. I’ve built conversions each way, but I prefer going
through the door. There is a risk of drilling through a coolant line if you
drill through the side of the fridge. So if you DO decide to go through a
sidewall, do yourself a favor and first drill a tiny hole through the outer
aluminum skin only. Stick a toothpick or something in there to make sure the
path is clear to drill all the way through to the interior panel with no
obstructions.<br />
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Door mounting is a lot easier but can have its own set of smaller
challenges. Some refrigerators may have in-door ice and water dispensers.
Obviously, you’ll want to avoid drilling through those and any wiring that may
support them. Locate a wiring diagram or schematics for your model and inspect
it carefully before deciding where to place your faucet. Most fridges donated
for this purpose are usually not that high tech.<br />
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Interior door shelving is another consideration. You will
need to locate a faucet position that will not be obstructed on the inside by a
door shelf. Find a location that provides the least distance to drill through. In my
latest conversion, I did have to remove the door shelving entirely to provide
enough room for a full size keg and cylinder within. It was a pretty narrow
unit that wasn’t very deep. The one piece plastic molded shelving unit I
removed also secured the door gasket, so I chose to attach the gasket with the
sheet metal screws from the shelving and sealed it with a bead of silicone.
Plastic trim pieces around the gasket in place of the removed shelving unit may
be a better idea. Less mess anyway.<br />
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48 inches up from the floor is supposedly the ideal
comfortable pouring height. That’s the target, but obviously your fridge design
may cause you to stray a bit from that height. Another thing to keep in mind
when you select your faucet position would be the <b><i>faucet</i></b> <b><i>tap
handle height</i></b>.<br />
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The <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/black-faucet-knob.html" target="_blank">faucet knob</a> that comes supplied with the Rapids kits is
going to stand about three inches up from the faucet. Add another inch for the
lever bonnet and collar on the faucet, and 1/2 inch for the radius of the hole
you need to drill for the shank. That means if you use the small supplied tap handle
it will stick up about 4-1/2 inches from your mark. Now look at your donor
fridge. Does it have a freezer unit on top? See where this measurement becomes
important? And did you have big plans to get an <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/beer-faucets-tap-handles/tap-handles.html" target="_blank">awesome ornate hand sculptedfaucet tap handle</a> that sticks up 10 inches?<br />
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If you place your faucet too high, it may prevent you from
being able to open the freezer door without running into the faucet tap handle.
No frosty mugs for you! This is one of the reasons why elected to use a “side
by side” donor fridge on my last conversion. With the freezer unit <i>on the side</i> of the fridge, I was able to
place the faucet pretty much wherever I wanted. Another advantage to the side
by side is more room top to bottom inside the fridge. I can place more shelving
on top and I’m even considering stacking two pony’s with a <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/keg-dolly-beer-keg-racks/keg-stacker-for-dispensing-from.html" target="_blank">keg stacker spacer for tapping</a> and
running another faucet!<br />
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Okay, now that you’ve settled on your faucet location that’s
as close to 48 inches from the floor as it can be, but still will allow you to
open the top freezer without a mess, you are going to want to mark it off and
drill baby, drill. I’ve found that a 1inch hole saw with pilot bit works best
to drill the hole (pictured above). Keep the pilot bit from sliding around by punching a divot in
the door it can start on with a hammer and an awl.<br />
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<h3>
<b>Installing the Beer Faucet Shank</b></h3>
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Once you have created the hole and cleaned away any debris
from the drilling process, it’s time to install the beer faucet shank. Slide
the shank through the hole with the black plastic flange part on the outside of
the door. On the inside of the door, you will attach the forged brass lock nut.
If you have removed the inner door shelving panel on the door, you may want to
consider putting up some sort of solid backing between the door insulation and
the brass lock nut. If you try to tighten the lock nut to nothing but foam
insulation, the faucet will likely just flop around on the door; a small piece
of plywood or plastic works well for this purpose. Think of it as a really big
washer. If you feel the need to further seal the door, you could run a bead of
silicone around the shank in the door.<br />
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<h3>
<b>Installing the Beer
Faucet to the Beer Shank</b></h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Attaching Faucet to Shank</td></tr>
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With the beer shank secured in the door, the next step is to
attach the <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/beer-faucets-tap-handles/beer-faucets.html" target="_blank">beer faucet</a> to the shank. There is a coupling nut on the shank that
you will spin counter-clockwise with the faucet pressed up against it. Use a
<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/chill-passion-rapids-faucet-wrench.html" target="_blank">spanner wrench</a> to snug it up, but be sure not to over tighten it. Periodically
you will be removing the faucet to clean it. If you He-Man the thing on, you
could be creating a future inconvenience. There are o-rings in the faucet to
seal it from leaking.<br />
<br />
On the top of the faucet you will attach the faucet knob or
tap handle. If you get one of those <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/beer-faucets-tap-handles/tap-handles.html" target="_blank">fancy sculpted tap handles</a> or maybe a
branded tap handle, there is a neat little trick to make sure you have it front
facing. What you do is spin the thing all the way down, then back it off until
it is positioned the way you like it. Now if you spin the lever collar back to
meet it, you can secure it in place facing forward.<br />
<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/draft-beer-keg-accessories-repair/faucet-repair.html" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://rapidswholesale.com/images/FaucetBlowoutForWeb.jpg" height="320" width="249" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/draft-beer-keg-accessories-repair/faucet-repair.html" target="_blank">Faucet Parts Diagram</a></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<h3>
<b>Attaching the Beer
Line</b></h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Attaching Beer Line to Shank</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
To the beer shank on the inside of the door, you will attach
the beer line. Be sure to place the washer inside the hex nut end of the beer
line before you do this. Failure to do so will likely result in a leak of both
beer and CO2. Snug it up with a wrench.<br />
<br />
The opposite end of the beer line will
attach to your <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/keg-coupler.html" target="_blank">keg coupler</a>. The keg coupler is the piece that you use to actually
tap the keg. Again, make sure you put a washer between this connection and snug
it up with a wrench. It is possible the beer line will be longer than what you
need to connect the beer faucet to your keg, but DO NOT cut or alter the line.
This particular length has been factored in the regulator set up that comes up
a little later.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beer Line to Coupler</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<h3>
<b>Installing the Drip
Tray (optional)</b></h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Optional Drip Tray</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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If your kit came with a drip tray, now would be an opportune
time to install it before you put your drill away. Start by locating a distance
about 12 inches below your beer faucet. 12 inches should be sufficient for
resting a <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/6-oz-flute-embassy.html" target="_blank">taller flute style beer glass</a>. If you grab the drip tray holder and a bubble level, you can make a couple of marks on the door where the holes are on the
holder for the screws. Save yourself frustration by punching a divot with your
hammer and awl on those marks. With a smaller bit, drill through the metal
exterior of your door. Grab the holder and the pair of sheet metal screws and
secure it firmly to the door with a screwdriver.<br />
<br />
The plastic drip tray fits on top of the holder and the grid
platform goes right on the top of the tray. The drip tray is perfect for
resting any glass of beer while or after pouring, but I would caution you, I
have not attempted to rest a full sized solid glass pitcher full of beer on it,
that might be a little too much. My smaller plastic pitcher did just fine. If
you need the capability of holding a big glass pitcher, you might want to look
at some of the more robust <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/beer-drip-pans-trays.html" target="_blank">commercial drip trays</a>, or reinforce this one by
running longer bolts with washers and fasteners on the inside of the door.<br />
<br />
<h3>
<b>Attaching the CO2
Line</b></h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Attaching CO2 Line</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
Okay, now that the beer line is ready to go, we turn our
attention towards pressurization. First, grab a hose clamp and put it over one
end of the red CO2 line. Then slide the CO2 line over the gas nipple on the keg
coupler. If the CO2 line is really hard and you can’t get it to slide up, you
can soak the end in warm water for moment to loosen it up a bit. Once you get
it all the way up on the nipple, slide the hose clamp over the CO2 line around
the nipple and tighten firmly with a screwdriver.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Attaching CO2 Line</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
Next, grab another hose clamp and pop it over the opposite
end of the CO2 line. Slide that end over the gas nipple that you find sticking
out of the bottom of the <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/beer-keg-regulators.html" target="_blank">CO2 regulator</a>. Once you have it slid all the way up
the nipple, position the hose clamp over the CO2 line around the nipple and
tighten that one firmly with your screwdriver. It’s important that the hose is
all the way up the gas nipples and clamps are very secure to prevent gas leaks.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<h3>
<b>Filling Your CO2
Cylinder and Attaching the CO2 Regulator</b></h3>
If you haven’t done so yet, have the <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/home-beer-brewing-supplies-kits-and-equipment/aluminum-co2-cylinder-5-lbs.html" target="_blank">CO2 tank</a> filled by a
professional. Due to shipping restrictions, they cannot be transported with
anything in them. You can check with
your local beer distributors on places they would recommend having your tank
filled, or look for outfits in your area that service fire extinguishers. In Eastern Iowa, <a href="http://www.hawkeyefire-safety.com/" target="_blank">HawkeyeFire & Safety</a> would be happy to help. They can supply you
with not only CO2, but Nitrogen and blended gasses, and they can check and
repair your regulator should it take a fall or grow tired over time.<br />
<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.hawkeyefire-safety.com/" target="_blank">Hawkeye Fire & Safety Website</a></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
Welding supply stores can often fill or exchange your tank. When you exchange, you will likely receive a cylinder with a pretty rough exterior back, but you can rest assured it has been recently inspected. Hobby stores that supply to paintball enthusiasts may be another option in your area.<br />
<br />
Okay, now that the cylinder if full, attaching the regulator
is pretty straight forward. With the cylinder valve closed and the valve on the
regulator closed, thread the coupling hex nut on the regulator on the cylinder.
Tighten firmly with a wrench.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Attaching CO2 Regulator</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<br />
<h3>
<b>Tapping the Keg</b></h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Attaching Coupler</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
Now we’re talking! Place the CO2 tank with the attached
regulator in the back corner of your fridge. Make sure you will be able to
reach it to work the valves and adjust the pressure on the regulator. Next,
place the keg inside your refrigerator. In a perfect world, you would give the
keg time to “settle” or “rest” before tapping. The contents are likely agitated
from travel. Admit it; the ride home from the store in the back of your pickup is
less than ideal. And did the keg hit every step on the way down to the
basement? A 24 hour break in the cold refrigerator is ideal, but I know you’re
likely thirsty by this point. Just keep in mind that the beer will flow better
after the keg has had time to rest. It’s a lot like shaking up a can; expect a
lot of head and foam at first. My advice, go grab a sixer and wait until
tomorrow. But to each his own I guess.<br />
<br />
Take the keg coupler and mount it to the keg. Do this by inserting
the coupler into the locking neck of the keg and rotating the coupler clockwise.
It’s best to hold the coupler by the metal parts at the bottom when doing this.
Once it’s mounted, engage the coupler’s probe by either rotating the wing handle
clockwise (<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/keg-coupler/american-beverage-wing-handle-single-valve-us-coupler-1.html" target="_blank">wing style coupler</a>) or pull the handle out and push down until it
locks (<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/keg-coupler/american-beverage-short-handle-single-valve-coupler.html" target="_blank">lever handle style coupler</a>).<br />
<br />
<h3>
<b>Pressurizing the
System</b></h3>
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The last step (apart from drinking beer) is to pressurize
the system with the CO2. Do this by opening the CO2 cylinder valve by rotating
clockwise all the way. Then open the valve on the CO2 regulator. This will be “in
line” with the CO2 hose. Next you will fine tune the amount of pressure in the
keg by tweaking the adjustment knob/screw on the regulator itself. Start out at
about 10-12 PSI for most domestic ales and lagers. Rotating the knob/screw
clockwise will increase the PSI and rotating the knob/screw counter-clockwise
will decrease the pressure. When you decrease the pressure, however, you will
need to release it from the keg too. This will happen over time as you dispense
beer, or you can pull the relief valve for on the keg coupler for a quick
second to vent it.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/spot-it-leak-detector.html" target="_blank">Spot It Leak Detector</a></td></tr>
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Check the system for gas leaks. The best way is to use this <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/spot-it-leak-detector.html" target="_blank">Spot It Leak Detector</a>.
Apply this stuff to the system and it will produce a large fluorescent bubble
at the spot of a leak. If you would rather save the meager eight bucks, at least
spray some soapy water around the attachments and look for bubbles.<br />
<br />
<h3>
<b>Pouring Beer</b></h3>
Finding the “sweet spot” for the perfect pour is an art all
into itself. Variables like beer temperature, cabinet temperature, beer type,
altitude, beer line length, beer line cleanliness, faucet cleanliness, resting
state of the keg, type of glass, temperature of glass, and more all play a role.
Check with your beer distributor for the ideal pressure and temperature. Most
beers should be kept at around 35°F.<br />
<br />
When you pour, make sure you are using a clean glass. You
want to hold it at an angle at the proper distance. Too close, you may not get enough
head. Too far, and you may get too much head. It takes a little trial and
error, but soon you’ll get there. The best tip I have to help you get closer to
proper pour enlightenment with a balanced beer dispenser system is to open the
faucet <b><i>fully</i> </b>and <b><i>quickly</i></b><i>. </i>Some folks mistakenly think you can regulate the head by
partially opening or slowly opening the faucet. No way, that’s not how it works
folks. Always open the faucet fully and quickly. I might let the first millisecond
of the flow fall into the drip tray and then insert my glass into the flow depending
on the beer type, but I always use a quick draw.<br />
<br />
<h3>
<b>Good to the Last Drop</b></h3>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/american-beverage-cleaning-kit-w-metal-pump.html" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://rapidswholesale.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/500x500/5fc5ef711db4c9e0a63b31807e1ddda4/6/a/6a129-1.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/american-beverage-cleaning-kit-w-metal-pump.html" target="_blank">Kegerator Cleaning Kit</a></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
It is essential that you maintain a clean and properly pressurized
system to ensure the right taste and appearance pint after pint. The entire
beer system should be thoroughly cleaned after each keg or once a month at the
very least. The faucet should be cleaned with a <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/faucet-brush.html" target="_blank">faucet brush</a> regularly. Personally, I use this <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/san-jamar-kleen-plug-faucet-plug.html" target="_blank">combination faucet plug/brush</a> that cleans the faucet every time I go to pour a beer, that way I don't half to think about it. Wild
foamy beer and sour taste is often caused by yeast build-up in the faucet.
Clean your beer dispenser with a reputable Beer Line Cleaner (BLC) solution as
often as convenient. Rapids builds this <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/american-beverage-cleaning-kit-w-metal-pump.html" target="_blank">kegerator cleaning kit</a> to make this process fast
and painless. See it in action on <a href="http://youtube.com/rapidsjr" target="_blank">Rapids YouTube Channel</a> in this tutorial that shows you <a href="http://youtu.be/kI8Kf0UV1yo" target="_blank">how to use the kegerator cleaning kit</a>.<br />
<br />
The CO2 system should be “on” as long as there is beer in
the keg. Shut it off when the keg is empty. Replace anything on the system that looks worn out,
especially note the condition of o-rings, gaskets, and seals. Rapids carries all the replacement parts needed. You can find them at <a href="http://www.rapidswholesale.com/">www.rapidswholesale.com</a>.<br />
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Maintain a constant internal temperature. Monitor the
cabinet temperature with a <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/refrigerator-freezer-thermometer-1.html" target="_blank">thermometer</a>. The most accurate reading would be from
<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/restaurant-smallwares/commercial-kitchen-cooking-supplies/thermometers/taylor-pocket-digital-thermometer-with.html" target="_blank">a probe thermometer</a> placed in a glass of water inside the refrigerator. This will
tell you the likely temperature of the liquid beer inside the keg. Air temperature
can vary depending on how the refrigerator circulates the air and where you
place the thermometer. I put my thermometer in a glass of water right on top of
the keg. 33°F for me, I like cold beer.<br />
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And remember, if you have any questions about the Rapids
Home Refrigerator Kegerator Conversion Kits, feel free to buzz the Beer Experts
at 1-800-472-7431 or jump on their <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/chat" target="_blank">online chat</a>.<br />
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Cheers,
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Paul
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Rapids Wholesale to Open Cash & Carry Store in The Twin Cities</h3>
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<b>ST. PAUL, Minnesota (Oct. 2, 2013) --</b> <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale</a> is proud to announce plans to open a new cash and carry retail store in St. Paul. The 19,000 square foot retail space will carry everything you need for your restaurant, bar, civic organization, church, school, home gourmet kitchen, employee dining facility and more . . . anywhere high quality foodservice, bar equipment and supplies is needed or desired. </div>
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The new location will be located conveniently off of highway 280 and Como Ave (next to Appliance Smart). There will be a friendly and knowledgeable group of associates willing and able to assist you with all of your restaurant equipment, bar equipment and supply needs.</div>
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Harold Parten has been appointed to be the General Manager of the new facility. Parten comes to us from an extensive retail and wholesale distribution background including the Target Corporation. The store will operate with a staff of 4-6 sales associates and the St. Paul contract and design team will be relocating to the new facility as well. There will be several thousands of items in stock for sale at the new store location.<br />
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Technology constantly advances as we find ways to combine
our gadgets. Those who stay on the cutting-edge carry their phones, high-resolution
cameras, high-speed internet, music, and videos all in a single, pocket-size
device. This works when it comes to entertainment — so why not apply the same concept to your kitchen? Combining
technologies is a great way to save time and money while enhancing the quality
of your products. And adding a <st1:city w:st="on"><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/brands/hobart.html" target="_blank">Hobar</a>t</st1:city> combi oven from <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale</a> is a
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Commercial combi ovens combine the mechanics of a convection
oven and a steamer, allowing users to benefit from both cooking methods in a
single dish. Luke Green, a <a href="http://www.rapidscontract.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Contract and Design</a> specialist familiar with
Hobart combi ovens — he’s
used one to cook mac-and-cheese, twice-baked potatoes, chicken on the bone and
other yummy dishes from scratch in Rapids’ own test kitchen — sees French fries as a great
example of steam/convention oven cooking.
Green described how you can forego a fryer and fatty oils by using steam
to create a humid cooking environment. Then, in the last few minutes of
cook-time, you switch the oven to convection mode. This crisps your fries on the
outside, Green said. Using this technique, you can offer a healthy side dish
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“It’s how you go about cooking your product in a combi oven
that sets them apart from a standard oven,” Green said. “To achieve the same
results in a standard oven, you have extra steps and multiple pieces of
equipment needed.” <br />
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Rapids can set you up with either a full-size or half-size <st1:city w:st="on">Hobart</st1:city> combi oven, with
6, 10, or 20 levels. In addition to setting the temperature on these ovens, you
can also customize the level of moisture in all 5 models by adjusting the
humidity at percentage points between 0% and 100%. On top of that, you can
change the airflow in the cabinet by setting the speed of the combi oven’s fan.
This comes in handy for delicate recipes, like meringue pies and pastries.
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These models even let you program up to 100 recipes at time.
And, as Green explained, <st1:city w:st="on">Hobart</st1:city>’s
combi oven design is the only one with a bar code scanner that works in
conjunction with recipe-programming. After setting the recipe for a particular
product, you just scan its barcode, and the oven will remember how to prepare
the product. <st1:city w:st="on">Hobart</st1:city>
combi ovens are self-cleaning, as well, which will definitely save time in your
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Almost all food service establishments stand to benefit from
using a combi oven. Green said catering businesses, educational institutions,
and upscale restaurants might feel the need most. Any venue that calls for
hassle-free, consistent bulk-cooking will likely see a big difference after
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Green said although adding a <st1:city w:st="on">Hobart</st1:city> steam/convection oven won’t eliminate
your need for other cooking equipment, Rapids can provide you with a quote to
help meet your needs efficiently. Green and others on the Rapids contract team
can assist you in determining which equipment to have on hand with your
commercial combi oven, and which items you can skip. Contractors can also go
over the possible energy-savings benefits of choosing a combi oven. To
modernize your kitchen, get in touch with a <a href="http://www.rapidscontract.com/" target="_blank">Rapids contractor or sales rep</a>,
give us a call at 1-800-472-7431!<br />
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Pepperoni pizza. Paninis. Chocolate chip cookies, chicken,
cheesy bread, and chewy brownies. People love baked favorites like these. Now,
imagine serving them at lightning-fast speeds, without using microwaves. With
the Ovention Matchbox countertop oven, now you can! Here at the Marion location
of <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale</a>, we saw the evidence with our own eyes — on a bus, no less,
where Ovention Sales Rep Aaron Ulmer and Midwest Professional Rep Chris Merritt
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As Merritt and Ulmer demonstrated, the Ovention Matchbox can
be used as a portable convection oven, a conveyor pizza oven, or an outdoor
oven for mobile carts — making it one of the best and most versatile countertop
ovens. It stands at just below 21 inches tall and 62 inches wide, with a depth
of 35 inches. And the technology built into this convenient, mini oven gives it
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For starters, the Ovention Matchbox is safe for ventless
operation. That’s right — no hood required. This is true thanks its catalytic
filtration system, the same technology used to filter emissions from cars. The
filtration limits the Matchbox’s output of smoke, grease, and other vapors. It
can’t handle fatty raw proteins, like bacon, but it’s good to go for most
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This includes offering a high-variety, quick-service menu
without sacrificing quality. The cabinet design of the Ovention Matchbox,
another of its highly unique features, makes this possible. The Matchbox comes
with two self-loading compartments that shuffle into and out of the heated
chamber on their own. While your product is baking, this chamber stays shut. No
energy or heat can escape, unlike a conveyor oven. The result? Lower energy
bills, and a 3-minute bake-time for pizzas. <br />
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Inside the Ovention Matchbox’s chamber, a variety of
products can bake one after the next. You program your own recipes based on
variables including temperature, timing, and upper and lower air velocity.
Adjustable velocity is key, as this is what allows Ovention Matchbox to produce
perfect crispy-crust pizza at one moment, then chewy deep dish the next. </div>
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And there’s almost no wait to change temperatures for
different products. This sets the Matchbox in a class above most countertop
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The Ovention Matchbox is also ridiculously easy to operate.
Once you preset up to 1,000 recipes, a touch screen on the front allows users
queue up the perfect formula for each product at the touch of a button. It can
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As Midwest Professional Rep Chris Merritt emphasized, the
Ovention can work wonders in a multitude of venues. It’s an obvious choice for
mobile carts and convenience stores. But it’s also great for businesses or
institutions providing a limited late-night menu after shutting down the
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If your business could benefit from the Ovention Matchbox’s
many talents, or if you’re looking for more information on this countertop oven’s capabilities, don’t hesitate to give
us a call at 1-800-472-7431 or jump on <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/chat" target="_blank">Rapids Online Chat</a>! One of our sales reps will be happy to go over
specs, shipping, pricing, and anything else you may need to know.<br />
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Rapids Wholesalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17445262979718865793noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5042915412350817759.post-62809488934063910152013-06-26T07:00:00.000-07:002017-09-27T13:35:20.172-07:00The “Eyeballing Method” Vs. The Portion Scale: Why Food Portion Control is Key <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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If you’d like to save money and improve your menu
simultaneously, you may want to take advantage of our current sale on an
inexpensive tool to help with both goals:<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-kitchen-equipment/food-prep-equipment/taylor-kitchen-scales-digital-food-scales.html" target="_blank"> a portion scale</a>. You may be thinking:
why should I spend on portion control tools? My staff can eyeball the correct
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Unfortunately, that may not be the case. Using an
“eyeballing system” could end up costing you. Inexact portioning can lead to
several negative consequences, including over-use of costly ingredients,
funny-tasting food, food with an unappealing appearance, and a growing number
of unsatisfied customers. An<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-kitchen-equipment/food-prep-equipment/taylor-kitchen-scales-digital-food-scales.html?manufacturer=286" target="_blank"> Edlund scale</a> may be the best way to avoid these
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Let’s start with a little math. As an example, say you own a
deli, and your deli serves 100 turkey
sandwiches a day. A typically-portioned turkey sandwich needs roughly 2 ounces
of turkey. But, let’s say your kitchen has no portion scale, and the staff
isn’t great at eyeballing. They may ere on the heavy side when it comes to
turkey; let’s say an extra ounce per sandwich. If half your total sandwiches
are made with 3 instead of 2 ounces, you spend on 50 unnecessary ounces of
turkey a day. In a week? About 22 pounds. And in a month? That’s almost 100
lbs. of turkey. Never-mind the ham, roast beef, cheese, and other products you
serve. These numbers are just examples, but you get the picture. Small amounts
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Now you may be thinking: I don’t want to skimp on serving
sizes for my customers, either. And this is true. However, to provide a perfect
sandwich, you need perfectly-portioned ingredients. The ratio of cheddar to ham
or provolone to roast beef can make a difference. Once you find the right
balance taste-wise and budget-wise, make sure your staff has the tools to stick
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Likewise, looks make a difference to the typical customer’s
eye. If your meat portions look small compared to the bread you’re using,
customers may go into the meal assuming it won’t fill them up. And if the
portions really<i> are </i>too small,
they’ll definitely leave hungry. After ordering a sandwich that’s thin in the
middle, a first-time customer may not return, no matter how great the taste.
Food portion control and an Edlund scale can help you create balanced-looking
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The flip-side of that coin is that some people seek to avoid
over-filling. Healthy diets are trendy, and portion control is a big part of
any diet. Many restaurants offer particular menu items portioned to fit into
customers’ healthy lifestyles. Customers counting calories and watching what
they eat have their eyes peeled for portion sizes. Make sure the healthy
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Food portion control is an easy way to keep all the
above-mentioned customers appeased. It enhances both taste and presentation,
and equips staff to produce quality products quickly and confidently. And, right
now, Rapids is making the choice even more obvious by offering a great sale on select Edlund scales while supplies last! To take advantage of this deal, check out <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/mktg/email-promo.html" target="_blank">Rapids E-Newsletter Deals</a>, and be sure to sign up for it on <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/">rapidswholesale.com</a> to receive these offers first, or a call
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Rapids Wholesalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17445262979718865793noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5042915412350817759.post-16944884451658328902013-06-10T14:23:00.000-07:002017-09-27T13:36:04.951-07:00Star Light, Star Bright: Star Panini Grills, Star Roller Grills, and Stainless Steel Griddles at RapidsWholesale.com<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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A recent presentation left <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale</a> reps “Starry-eyed” — particularly when it comes to commercial Panini grills, hot dog roller grills, and commercial charbroilers and griddles. Lorne G. Deacon, regional sales manager of Star Manufacturing , paid Rapids reps in Marion a visit this month to shed light on some high-demand equipment for restaurants, sandwich shops, convenience stores, and other businesses.</div>
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Deacon’s spotlight fell on some new features of <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-kitchen-equipment/commercial-cooking-equipment/commercial-griddle-commercial-charbroiler.html?manufacturer=335" target="_blank">Star’s Ultra-Max</a> line, which includes heavy duty griddles, charbroilers, hot plates, and other related restaurant-grade equipment. In addition, Deacon delved into hotdog and sandwich grilling options. To learn more, take a peek at the videos and information below — and, as always, give us a call at 1-800-472-7431 if you still have questions!</div>
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<span class="availability3__Char" style="font-family: "calibri" , "arial"; font-size: 11pt;">Star has added some updates to its Ultra-Max line — including the twinkle of added stainless steel griddle components. Deacon said they’ve done away with thermal plastic knobs , replacing them out with stainless steel ones. Star has also upgraded the warranty on Ultra-Max units like<span class="availability3__Char" style="color: #2f2f2f; font-size: 11pt;"> </span>this <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/star-36-gas-griddle-manual-ultra-max.html" target="_blank">36" gas griddle</a> or this <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/star-36-radiant-charbroiler-ultra-max.html" target="_blank">36" commercial charbroiler</a> to three years!</span></div>
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<span class="availability3__Char" style="font-family: "calibri" , "arial"; font-size: 11pt;">Ultra-Max griddles — among the best griddles you’ll find — come with a 1” thick chrome plate that holds heat, decreases energy expenses, and reduces clean-up time. The charbroilers come with adjustable grates and steel drip deflectors that steer grease away from the water pan. Star also does hot plates, like <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/star-gas-hot-plate-40000-btu.html" target="_blank">this gas unit</a>. These units boast a flat top, making it easier to move pans from one burner to the next. As Deacon said, “we have an offering in every single countertop space, we feel.” </span></div>
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Summer, the season of hot dogs, is on the horizon. Customers can load them with chili, or squirt on some ketchup. They can enjoy them on-the-go, at a carnival, or outside at the park under the June sky — but first, you’ve got to grill them.</div>
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Star roller grills are designed to show off your product. Built with a slight slant, hot dogs and brats roll in easy view, tempting passers-by. Rapids carries models with both standard non-stick and <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/star-grillmax-roller-grill-45-duratec.html" target="_blank">Duratec advanced non-stick rollers</a>. Our roller grill lineup includes models for 35 or 40 dogs, with an optional a <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/star-dry-bun-warmer.html" target="_blank">bun warmer</a>.<br />
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Who wants a cold sandwich when they could have a warm, toasty one? One-by-one, sandwich shops and other restaurants are catching on to the allure of melt-y, cheesy heated sandwiches. If you’re looking to get on board with this trend, or to increase your production of these popular offerings, a Star sandwich or Panini grill may be your best bet.</div>
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For flexibility when it comes to sandwich and Panini grill recipes, you may want to try the <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/star-grill-express-commercial-panini-grill-sandwich-grill-gx14ig.html" target="_blank">Grill Express</a>. This versatile grill can handle a skinny quesadilla, a packed 3” sandwich , and most anything in-between. It comes equipped with two cast iron plates, offering excellent heat distribution.</div>
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If you’re focusing on Paninis, we offer both <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/star-mfg-panini-grill-ribbed-iron-platens.html" target="_blank">cast iron</a> and <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/star-mfg-panini-grill-120-volt.html" target="_blank">aluminum ribbed Star models</a>. These come with a removable grease drawer, and an accurate thermostat rated between 175° and 450°F.</div>
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To order any of these units, check out the <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale website</a>, or call a rep at 1-800-472-7431!<br />
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<br />Rapids Wholesalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17445262979718865793noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5042915412350817759.post-29460373667678624502013-06-05T14:32:00.000-07:002017-09-27T13:37:16.319-07:00Rapids Wholesale Helps Customers Understand Energy Efficiency and Savings<br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><a href="http://www.rapidscontract.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale Contractors</a> are working daily to find energy-efficient, cost-effective design solutions to share with business owners. Contractors and Rapids sales reps accomplish this in part by working with manufacturers who also use “green” solutions, like <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/brands/vollrath.html" target="_blank">Vollrath</a>. Recently, Vollrath’s director of consultant sales, Suzanne Painter-Supplee, visited the Marion branch of <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale</a> to discuss energy-savings strategies with Rapids associates.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">The contract team at Rapids uses energy-savings strategies to help customers become certified in the <b>Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Program</b>, otherwise known as LEED, a U.S. Green Building Council initiative. Businesses with LEED certified designs can save on expenses, build environmental awareness, and qualify for tax credits.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">“We look at the customers’ needs and help educate them along the way,” Hodnefield said.</span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><br />Christie Hodnefield, a certified contract interior designer at Rapids, is familiar with LEED and energy-efficient equipment. According to Hodnefield, it’s crucial to pit low up-front cost against potential energy-savings, especially when it comes to large items like refrigerators and ovens. Choices that seem inexpensive may end up costing extra money on energy bills in the long run, said Hodnefield. Rapids contractors are available to help customers find the most cost-effective choice when it comes to decisions like this.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Right now, Rapids contractors are helping an Army National Guard Readiness Center receive a “silver” LEED certification level, the second rung on four-rung energy-savings ladder. So far, contractors have helped the center find an efficient convection oven, cost-saving exhaust hoods, dishwashers that reduce water use, and other equipment with similar energy-related benefits. </span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Painter-Supplee, Vollrath’s director of consultant sales, is also knowledgeable when it comes to “green” solutions. She discussed this topic in an interview with Rapids videographer Paul Adams. During the interview, she highlighted induction cooking, disposables, and the use of aluminum composite material.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Painter-Supplee described a Vollrath beverage lid dispenser as an example. She said customers tend to pick through stacks of lids out in public, seeking one no one has touched —leading to waste. Vollrath’s design eliminates this problem by dispensing only one lid at a time, Painter-Supplee said. </span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">She also praised the use of aluminum composite material. This architectural component is a bendy combination of aluminum and polyethylene. Painter-Supplee emphasized its aesthetic advantages, explaining how easy it is to sculpt into seamless, curvy shapes. Choosing aluminum composite material may contribute to reductions in unsafe emissions, too, because it’s lightweight. This means it requires less fuel to transport and produce.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Both Hodnefield and Painter-Supplee view the use of induction heat as a good strategy for reducing energy waste. Induction equipment focuses heat on the surface directly below pots and pans, and nowhere else, allowing little warmth to escape. Hodnefield also said this strategy can lead to ventilation-related savings and speed up cook-times.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Rapids Wholesale <a href="http://www.rapidscontract.com/" target="_blank">contractors</a> and <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">sales reps</a> encourage customers to call Rapids with questions on how well-selected equipment can lead to money savings and good environmental practice. Associates are available at 1-800-472-7431, Monday through Saturday.</span></span></div>
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Come join <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale</a> for a <strong>FREE LIVE Demonstration</strong> of the 2013 Kitchen Innovations Award winning new oven design by Ovention <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">–</span> the Matchbox Oven! Ovention, inventor of the popular TurboChef® oven, revealed this revolutionary new design at the North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM) show in Orlando, and the National Restaurant Association show in Chicago. It was a pretty big hit with chefs, restaurant owners, and dealers at the shows. We wanted to see more and invite you to join us. Ovention was happy to oblige and is coming to treat us with a tasty demonstration.</div>
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The Matchbox oven is kind of like a conveyor oven, but with some very distinct improvements. Unlike a traditional conveyor oven, the unique "End Cap" system minimizes hot air escaping from the cavity of the oven greatly reducing energy consumption. Doors open only when food is going in or coming out of the oven. No hood is required to operate, and with its small footprint, you can install it almost anywhere. The Matchbox oven has an intuitive touch screen display with which you can pre-program up to 1000 different cooking settings to bake, broil, grill and roast your favorite dishes. </div>
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We will be hosting the Ovention bus and crew under the sun at our place. Mobile Kitchen Captain Aaron Ulmer along with Chris Merritt CFSP, ServSafe, MAFSI and Partner/Owner of Midwest Professional Reps will be here to answer any questions you may have. These guys are EXPERTS on all things Ovention, and fine cooks to boot! They'll be preparing samples while demonstrating how the new technology works.<br />
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Everybody is invited to come check out these amazing machines!</div>
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More Data on the Ovention® Ovens</h3>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">You may already come to <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids</a> for your restaurant and bar supplies. But what about <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/cleaning-janitorial-and-facility-maintenance.html" target="_blank">commercial kitchen and restaurant <i>cleaning</i> supplies</a>? Turns out, Rapids has that covered too! <br /><br />When it comes to built-up grease and residue on bake-ware, pots and pans, stainless steel, fryers, and more, our sales reps have several solutions to offer. Take a look at some of our featured options: </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Baked-on carbon that sticks to pans, muffin tins, Panini presses and other items can cost businesses. It can result in premature replacement of equipment, misspent labor, and inconsistently-prepared products.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/carbon-off-aerosol-19-oz-can.html" target="_blank">Carbon-Off!</a><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">—</span> available in both an aerosol can for regular maintenance, and a gel solution for tougher jobs <span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">—</span> makes carbon removal surprisingly simple, according to Patty Russell, National Sales Manager at Discovery Products, the company that makes Carbon-Off!<br /><br />Carbon-Off! contains a thick, waxy paraffin that easily picks up residue. Russell demonstrated how it combats carbon for Rapids sales reps at the Marion, Iowa location this week. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Russell advises users to apply Carbon-Off! and then leave it to cool and dry. After only an hour, its job is done. At this point, users can literally peel or brush it away from the surface of pots and pans, taking layers of carbon with it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">During her visit, Russell described a tale of wasted labor that may be familiar to business owners serving fried food. It goes like this: </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The fryer <span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">—</span> where profit-boosting French fries and other snacks are cooked <span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">—</span> needs cleaning. So, you send an employee away from the storefront, prep, or cooking duties to start the cleaning process <span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">—</span> and to babysit the machine in case the cleaner boils over. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Perhaps the employee gets bored, or distracted, or tired. For whatever reason, his attention drifts. The cleaning solution in the fryer comes bubbling to the top and spills over the edge. It’s back to step one. Meanwhile, you’re one employee down. <br /><br />The solution? Take advantage of <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/fryer-puck-boil-out-tablets.html" target="_blank">Fryer Puck’s</a> low-foaming formula. It keeps the cleaner from boiling over, works on a variety of fryer types, and spares you wasted labor and a mess. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If stainless steel equipment in your kitchen is visible to customers, it’s on display <span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">—</span> and subject to customers’ scrutiny. To keep your reputation squeaky clean, you need to keep your equipment clean, too. <br /><br />For jobs like this, we offer <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/brite-shine-aerosol-11-oz-can.html" target="_blank">Brite Shine</a>, a product that strips away grease and allows users to buff surfaces until they gleam. The website for Brite Shine states the cleaners contains only “food grade or other high quality” ingredients. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">During a demo, Russell showed sales reps the results of wiping down the commercial refrigerator in our test kitchen with Brite Shine. Though its surface hardly looked dirty to start with, once all fingerprints and traces of grease were gone, the difference was obvious. Now, imagine this effect applied to all your greasy machines!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Try <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/foam-plus-aerosol-19-oz-can.html" target="_blank">Foam Plus</a> to clean your ovens and even griddle tops. It can be used while the equipment is still warm! Simply heat the dirty oven to 200°, spray your Foam Plus, wait a whopping 15-30 seconds and wipe off. Rinse with a vinegar rinse. Done!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you think any of these products might save you time, labor, or hassle, don’t hesitate to give us a call! Rapids sales reps are available to answer questions or place orders Monday through Saturday at 1-800-472-7431 <span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">—</span> or, you can place your order online at <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/">rapidswholesale.com</a>! </span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a><br />
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Rapids Wholesalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17445262979718865793noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5042915412350817759.post-3721921302184476012013-05-03T07:29:00.000-07:002017-09-27T13:40:05.917-07:00Vollrath Commercial Kitchen and Serving Equipment Review<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Bright purple <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/catalogsearch/result/index/?manufacturer=240&q=bowl" target="_blank">stainless steel bowls</a>. Water-free soup rethermalizers. <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/restaurant-smallwares/commercial-kitchen-cooking-supplies/commercial-cookware-pots-and-pans.html?aluminum_cookware=677&manufacturer=240" target="_blank">Fry pans</a> with coatings that make sense, and <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/catalogsearch/result/index/?manufacturer=240&q=tongs" target="_blank">tongs without springs</a>. Intrigued?</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: small;">If you are, you’re in luck. After a meeting with Vollrath District Sales Manager Jason Mercil, the sales reps here at <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale</a> in Marion are prepared to help you learn about these new, unique items.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">To start the education: fry pans. Anyone familiar with buying coated fry pans knows the topic can be complicated, and quality is especially important. Research shows non-stick coatings that contain PFOA, a man-made chemical compound, may be dangerous if repeatedly consumed. So, if tiny bits of the coating break off into food, that food may contain harmful materials.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">The Federal Environmental Protection Agency is working with manufacturers to keep this chemical out of American-made goods. And Vollrath has made some changes, too. They now carry three PFOA-free types of coating:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">The topic of sturdiness brings me to my next category: small wares. During his presentation, Mercil illustrated why restaurant owners might find Vollrath ladles worth the price, compared to the economy line. To demonstrate, Mercil held a Vollrath ladle in one hand, and a cheaper variety in the other. After a few powerful flicks of his wrists, Rapids reps watched the economy ladle’s thin aluminum handle begin to droop and warp, while the Vollrath model stayed strong.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Rapids reps also handled <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/restaurant-smallwares/restaurant-kitchen-utensils/kitchen-serving-tongs.html?manufacturer=240" target="_blank">Vollrath’s Kool-Touch ™ Utility Tongs</a>, with flexible memory metal that allows for a spring-free, one-piece design. This simple design involves less crevices and tiny spaces, making it easier to clean.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">But Vollrath does more than just pans and small wares. This includes water-free induction rethermalizers. These models offer more temperature control than other warmers, with a digital control that can be set in Fahrenheit or Celsius. Vollrath even offers bold colors, like red, green, and black models for occasions where the warmer may be visible.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Later, Rapids reps got a look at an item you may not immediately associate with Vollrath: a slicer. This slicer comes equipped with an easily removable blade to allow for quick clean-up — a feature most affordable slicers don’t include.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">At the end of the demo, we got a look at an array of colorful, curvy, unique sets of dishes and display and buffet wares. “We’ve really expanded our buffet line quite a bit,” Mercil commented.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">In particular, Mercil showed off a set of <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/vollrath-beehive-serving-bowl-3-4-qt.html" target="_blank">stainless steel bowls</a> in colors varying from a grape-like purple, to golden yellow, to two shades of green. These bowls are designed to hold food near its correct temperature without sweating on the outside.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Mercil also demonstrated an example of a Miramar ™ pan for buffets, which features contours that draw onlookers’ eyes inward, towards the food on display. The corners on these pans are designed to be stronger. They can also be used to pour contents straight from the pan.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Innovations like these keep Rapids working with <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/brands/vollrath.html" target="_blank">Vollrath</a>. They help us meet our goal of providing restaurant and business owners with creative, well-made products that make sense. To learn more about these and other <a href="httsp://rapidswholesale.com/brands/vollrath.html" target="_blank">Vollrath items</a>, don’t hesitate to give us a call at 1-800-472-7431, where you can reach a sales rep! Or jump on <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/chat" target="_blank">RapidsWholesale.com online chat</a>!</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;">During a demo here at the Marion Rapids location, we watched as Bonine placed one of the </span><span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;">two </span><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-kitchen-equipment/food-prep-equipment/commercial-blender-industrial-blender/96-oz-blender-container-for-3b277.html" style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;" target="_blank">jars</a><span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;"> Stealth comes with into a sound-dulling enclosure, on top of a 3.8 horsepower direct drive. When he started the machine and dropped the lid on the enclosure, the noise diminished from a screech-like whine to something more like a hum.</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;">But quiet isn’t the Stealth’s only feature. With 42 programmed blend cycles — it can take on a wide variety of recipes. And if the 42 blend cycles don’t meet your needs, you can also customize your own using Blendtec’s Blend Wizard app. In addition, the Stealth can handle 200 or more blends a day, at 20-25 seconds per blend — perfect for bars and coffee shops pumping out high volumes of blended coffee drinks or frozen margaritas and daiquiris. In Bonine’s words, “every coffee shop’s going to want that because it’s so quiet.”</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;">It’s also great for restaurants making dressing, vinaigrettes, and spreads. In fact, the Stealth can handle very fine-tuned blending recipes, thanks to a feature Blendtec calls “capacitive-touch control surface.” This means the machine has a touch sensitive, illuminated slider control you can swipe like an IPad to carefully control the blender’s speed.</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;">The Rapids reps gathered a wealth of information to share with restaurant and business owners about the Stealth as well as other new blenders in Blendtec’s line-up. The Q-Series, which is a step down from the Stealth, features a less-advanced — but still effective — sound-dulling enclosure, as well as 30 programmed blending cycles. Another model, the SpaceSaver, does much of what the Q-Series can do without hogging counter space. However, it lacks touchpad controls — and only the Stealth has the illuminated slider control.</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;">So, what happens if your Stealth breaks or malfunctions? For starters, Blendtec covers parts, labor, and freight under a three-year warranty. And the drive socket? That’s covered for life.</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;">If you want to see Blendtec’s blenders in action for yourself, go visit Bonine at the 2013 </span><a href="http://show.restaurant.org/Home" style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;" target="_blank">National Restaurant Association show</a><span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;"> in Chicago in May. Or, for something on the zany side, check out Blendtec’s YouTube sensation called “</span><a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/Blendtec" style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;" target="_blank">Will it Blend?</a><span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;">” featuring proof that glow sticks, IPads, and even Justin Beiber are “blend-able!” </span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;">Or, if you’re ready to order or get more information, call 1-800-472-7431, or you can jump on our </span><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/chat" style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;" target="_blank">online chat</a><span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;">!</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 12pt; text-indent: 36pt;">Written by Holly Hines.</span></div>
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Here at <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale</a>, we had the honor of receiving some sage advice and wisdom from the area's leading authority in all things ice-related, Gene Lind, territory manager for Don Stevens, LLC and an expert in <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/commercial-ice-maker/cube-flake-nugget-ice-makers.html?manufacturer=312" target="_blank">Manitowoc ice makers</a>. Gene walked us through the super cool technology behind the Manitowoc Indigo Series Ice Makers. These commercial ice machines feature LCD displays that will communicate the results of it's intelligent diagnostic monitoring system to you and your staff. <br />
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Check out the highlights of Gene's presentation in this video. Below it, we'll go over some of the key points and tools he's talking about!<br />
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These Indigo machines feature a 16-line by 4-line LCD display screen that alerts the user on the condition of the equipment. This gives you the ability to monitor it's status and set reminders for scheduled maintenance and cleaning.</div>
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Service Technicians will have the ability to upload machine status to a USB thumb drive for analysis. </div>
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The menu is easy to navigate and provides users with pertinent data like machine status as well as serial numbers and production functions. The menu can be displayed in different languages as well. </div>
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For a "live" demonstration of the Indigos menu Navigation <a href="http://manitowocice.com/indigo" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> and select the DEMO tab.</div>
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Through the menu on the Indigo machines, users get to select the clarity of their ice, also. If you select a clearer cube setting, the machine will cycle and purge more water to obtain a clean, clear cube. This is beneficial to businesses where plating and appearance is very important, and definately useful for those involved in food and beverage photography who prefer shooting natural ingredients.</div>
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Indigo machines can be password protected to deter staff and residents or guests from disabling the machine or adjusting the reminders. I can just see it now: the stock boy fiddling with the cleaning schedules to get out of dirty work, ha!<br />
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Here is a video that shows how to clean the machines.<br />
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Indigo machines can be outfitted with the Automatic Cleaning System or AUCS for hands off, pre-programmed cleaning. <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/commercial-ice-maker/ice-machine-cleaner-filter-ice-caddy.html" target="_blank">Cleaner and sanitizer</a> bottles are hooked to the machine, and when it comes time for cleaning, the process is automated. Other reminders can be programmed to alert you when to change the air filter and water filters.</div>
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The LuminIce feature is also available on the Indigo line, which prevents yeast and bacterial growth in the food zone of the machines. This is an important feature for any restaraunt or other establishment that has a bakery. LuminIce will keep the unit cleaner for longer periods of time using UV light to kill off bacterial growth.</div>
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Another neat feature for lower volume restaurants and especially for hotels and motels is the ability to set a timer for production times. Using the timer will allow you to set the machine to idle production during the overnight hours not to disturb sleeping guests!</div>
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To figure out what size machine you will need for your establishment, you can use this handy <a href="http://www.manitowocice.com/?xhtml=xhtml/mii/us/en/minisite/sales/ice_calculator.html&xsl=minisite.xsl" target="_blank">ICE MACHINE CALCULATOR</a> and then order yours <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/commercial-ice-maker/cube-flake-nugget-ice-makers.html?manufacturer=312" target="_blank">HERE</a>!<br />
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Here is a cleaning check list if you already own one!<br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Ever have this happen? It’s the middle of the afternoon, and the second largest party you've ever booked is due to arrive in just a few hours. You’ve been up all night prepping and organizing. You’ve gone over every little detail, down to the stupidest little thing, dozens of times in your head. Tonight’s performance has played over and over in your mind -- at the expense of sleep. But it’s <i>your</i> kitchen, <i>your</i> name on the menu, and you live for this. </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Sweat on the brow and a tickle in the stomach is par for the course on a day like today. And then, a sudden calm comes over you. Confidence builds as you realize you are ready now! You got this, it’s a lock! You’ve given the line staff the pep talk. Morale and energy is high! All the training and preparation has brought you to this exact moment. Your well oiled machine is on autopilot! It’s go time, and then . . . “hey boss! range won’t light?!?”</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Check out this video from <a href="http://www.youtube.com/rapidsJR" target="_blank">our YouTube page</a> that shows you what we carry for your kitchen and how to order it. And as you watch it, think about your kitchen. Think about your current model and condition of the gear you see on the screen. Then ask yourself, "is it ready for the rush?"</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Ok folks, we’re getting a bit closer to St. Patrick’s day and now it’s crunch time on ordering your <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/bar-supplies-bar-equipment.html" target="_blank">bar supplies</a>. In the last story we went over proper Irish beer to stock. If you missed it, <a href="http://rapidswholesale.blogspot.com/2013/03/thoughts-on-st-patricks-day-beers-and.html" target="_blank">go back HERE</a>! If you caught it . . . let’s move on to spirits, and the supplies you need to quench the forthcoming thirst!</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">There are few things Irish folk enjoy more than a cold pint. Many would agree there is but one alternative or compliment to the beloved beverage . . . Whiskey! As with beer sales, your whiskey sales will likely see a HUGE increase this St. Patrick’s day, especially those distilleries that call Ireland home. </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Leading the pack of Irish distilleries by distributing an amazing 32 million bottles a year throughout the world is the widely recognized Jameson brand, according to the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irish_whiskey" target="_blank">wikipedia</a>. In the same article, we learn that John Jameson (actually a Scottish dude) established his distillery in Dublin way back in 1780. Nowadays, Pernod Richard (a French company), owns the brand. It's distilled in Cork, but vatting still takes place in Dublin and they pump out more than a million gallons a year.</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Now get this! There is a pub in Minneapolis called The Local that holds the world’s record for the largest amount of Jameson served averaging well over 20 bottles a day! Wow. Just . . . wow! Apparently, their signature drink, the Big Ginger, was responsible for much of this unbelievable Jameson consumption. </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">A Big Ginger is super easy to make. Grab a Collins glass like the ones <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=collins+glasses" target="_blank">found here</a>. Fill it with <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/commercial-ice-maker.html" target="_blank">cube or half dice ice</a>. Add <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/bar-supplies-bar-equipment/liquor-accessories/shot-glasses.html" target="_blank">two shots</a> of an Irish whiskey. Fill the rest of the glass with ginger ale, and garnish with lemon and lime wedges from your <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/condiment-dispenser-black.html" target="_blank">condiment dispenser</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Now, for the super cool part! Rumor has it 2Gingers is currently outselling Jameson in the Twin Cities area and can be found in most of the upper midwest spreading like wildfire. I was able to pick up a bottle at my favorite spirits provider (and Rapids customer) <a href="http://www.benzbeveragedepot.com/" target="_blank">Benz Beverage Depot</a>. Word on the street is Mr. Folliard himself is on tour promoting his Irish success with his motto “Bring your own luck!” And he is coming to visit my home town for St. Patrick’s Day! </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">You can join Kieran, and likely me, for a Big Ginger at Cedar Rapids’ very own <a href="http://www.mahoneyspubcr.com/content/" target="_blank">Mahoney’s Irish Pub</a> St. Patrick’s Day Street Party, Saturday March 16 through the 17th. Mahoney’s, in the Irish district, has been one of our favorite local Irish pubs and a valued customer for years!</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Now onto the dirty stuff, the Irish Car Bomb. It’s a love/hate thing. To some the name is offensive, which isn’t surprising. But people buy it, especially on St Patrick’s day. You need to be prepared for it and be careful, this one is tricky.</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">The problem isn’t the ingredients, it’s the technique. All you need is Guinness, Bailey’s Irish Creme and an Irish Whiskey. Unlike a lot of other bomb shots --cherry bombs, Jager bombs and saki bombs, for example-- you can’t easily get away with using a <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/bar-maid-bomb-cup-25-cups-pk-assorted.html" target="_blank">Bar Maid Bomb Cup</a>. The foam from the Guinness would be problematic.</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">So, first grab a regular <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/dining-and-service-supplies/libbey-restaurant-glassware/bar-glassware/16-oz-mixing-glass-ht.html" target="_blank">pint glass</a> or<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/dining-and-service-supplies/libbey-restaurant-glassware/bar-glassware/beer-mug-15-oz-1-doz.html" target="_blank"> frosty mug</a> and fill it 2/3 full of Guinness. While the head is settling, fill a <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/dining-and-service-supplies/libbey-restaurant-glassware/bar-glassware/libbey-1-oz-whiskey-plain.html" target="_blank">1oz shot glass</a> half full of Bailey’s Irish Creme. On top of the Bailey’s, in the same shot glass, layer an Irish Whiskey. The customer should then suspend the shot glass over the pint glass and drop IMMEDIATELY BEFORE chugging it in it’s entirety. If dropped prematurely, or not consumed instantly, it will start to curdle. This will stimulate a gag reflex in many, and soon you’ll be calling for the <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/continental-35-qt-mop-bucket-w-wringer.html" target="_blank">mop bucket</a>. Avoid this catastrophe, and be prepared!</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and the Irish in me is thirsty in anticipation. The pubs, the pals, the beers and belly laughs will soon be here. And here at <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale</a>, we want to make sure your bar is ready for the rush. There are a few “must have” items that you gotta have in stock to appease the masses of green clad Irish and “one-day honorary Irish” that make it through your door. Like me, they’re going to be thirsty!</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Thirsty for BEER, and lots of it. So get with your distributors to make sure you’ll have an ample supply. Just to put things in perspective, Guinness reported selling 3.5 billion pints on St Patty’s day in 2011. A normal day for them is around 600,000 pints. So stock up heavy on beer and make sure you’re smart about your selection.</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Guinness may be my personal favorite “readily available” Irish beer of all time, but they certainly are not the only player on St. Patrick’s Day. As the craft beer movement continues to flourish, our tastes are maturing, and you may find yourself in front of a more “selective” crowd.</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Since we already mentioned Guinness, let's continue with the stouts. Other well known Irish stouts you may want to stock include Murphy’s, Beamish, and Mackeson’s. And there are a ton of craft stouts that are worthwhile, too. Although they may not immediately conjure images of the Eire, a couple of my personal favorite stouts would be Left Hand’s Nitro Milk Stout, anything from Founder’s, Bell’s Black Note, Old Rasputin Imperial, and luckily local to me, Millstream’s Back Road Oatmeal Stout.</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Be sure to serve your stouts in the <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/dining-and-service-supplies/libbey-restaurant-glassware/bar-glassware.html" target="_blank">proper glass</a>. I prefer an <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/libbey-16-oz-english-pub-glass-ht.html" target="_blank">English pub glass</a>, but if you put it in an <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/dining-and-service-supplies/libbey-restaurant-glassware/bar-glassware/16-oz-mixing-glass-ht.html" target="_blank">American Shaker pint</a>, I’m not gonna turn it down! Ha! And remember, if you’re getting a keg of Guinness for your home bar, they take different plumbing as well. You need to get the right <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/guiness-harp-coupler.html" target="_blank">keg coupler</a> and <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/draught-technologies-stout-faucet-w-restrictor-nozzle.html" target="_blank">faucet</a><i>.</i></span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">For Irish Lager’s I would serve Harp. As for Irish Ales and Red Ales, again there are a ton to choose from. Safe bets would include Smithwick’s, Samuel Adams Irish Red, Boulevard Irish Ale, Kilkenny Irish Creme Ale, and George Killian’s. Sure there may be better tasting and better reviewed brews out there, but these should be safe to move timely and have more of a universal appeal. To get an idea for what’s hot and what’s not in the beer world, I would strongly advise folks to check out <a href="http://beeradvocate.com/">beeradvocate.com</a>. They’ve never let me down!</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">And then, of course . . . there is the <span style="color: #38761d;">green beer</span>, ugh! I know, I know, most of you are cringing at the thought of it, but we have to face reality. Lots of folks like to drink green beer on St. Patrick’s day. I’m not sure why, and I don’t know where this silly tradition came from, but here we are. And if we ignore it, we may lose out on some extra St. Patrick’s Day green (in the till that is).</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">So suck it up and order a keg or 5 of a green dyed domestic light pilsner from your distributor. A marketing trick and general maintenance tip would be to use a separate <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/bar-refrigerators-coolers/kegerator-portable-beer-tap.html" target="_blank">portable beer dispenser or kegerator</a> for your green beer. That way your staff will obviously know which beer is dyed. Your regular customers, and those with perhaps a more refined palete, will see that their selection and service isn’t being compromised by a passing fad. To them you won’t lose face, and you won’t miss out on any beer sales. And as a bonus, you don’t have to worry about <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/beer-line-cleaning.html" target="_blank">cleaning your long draw lines</a> the next day. Try plastering your portable dispenser with advertising. Set up a separate beer line and till away from your main bar to ensure nobody is left waiting with an empty pint. Then compare your numbers to last year!</span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Don’t panic if you forgot to order “green kegs” from your distributor. It really isn’t that hard to make beer green. It’s pretty obvious that a drop of green dye in a pint glass will turn a lighter colored brew green. But in a busy bar or club, that is simply not an option, right? Logic tells us if we can get the food coloring “inside” the keg we can pour it green per normal. So how do you do that? I’ve heard of some people putting the dye on the keg ball as they tap it. Should work, but how many of you trust your staff to pull that off without green spray completely covering your walk-in cooler in the process? I can just see it plastering all your bottles and backstock with sticky green goo. It’s like ectoplasm from the Ghost Busters movie in my head!</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Somewhere in a drawer in the backroom you have a <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/party-picnic-keg-pumps-and-coolers/single-lever-sankey-picnic-pump.html" target="_blank">picnic pump</a>. If you don’t have one, you can get one <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/beer-supplies-draft-beer-equipment/party-picnic-keg-pumps-and-coolers.html" target="_blank">here</a>. Grab that thing and PUMP the the dye into the keg without making a mess. Check out this video to see how I think you should be able to pull this off.</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">It should work because the dye along with the air will be injected into the keg. It shouldn’t be messy because the system is essentially sealed and the check valve in the picnic pump will keep it inside. The amount of dye to use will be dependent on a handful of things. Is your keg full? How dark is the beer? Obviously light pilsners work best for this. You don’t have to leave the picnic pump attached once you’ve pumped the dye into the keg. I would let it sit for awhile to properly mix in. Hook it up to your keg dispenser and serve!</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">As more and more immigrants were drawn to our little piece of paradise, they brought their own ideas of the perfect pint with them. Collectively, our beer tastes eventually switched from English style ales and stouts to the Bavarian style lagers and pilsner beers which utilized a different bottom fermenting, cold brewing technique. Eventually, our thirst for these new brews grew stronger and as the population continued to increase, we needed a more efficient way to continue production of lager beers long into the summer months. </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Until this point, the technology was primarily used for cooling sickrooms. John Gorrie developed a cooling system to help in the treatment of those unlucky enough to catch the yellow-fever. Gorrie went on to be granted the first US patent in 1851 after switching gears to experiment with ice making. And </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">according to the same article we found on the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Refrigeration" target="_blank">wikipedia</a>, from1870 to 1891, nearly every brewery in service was using commercial refrigeration machines. All resulting in the birth to commercial refrigeration!</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Things have changed a bit since then. Check out the newest designs in commercial refrigeration and how to order the unit you need from Rapids website in this cool little video. We even braved the winter cold to bring it to you! What devotion, Ha!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">It's </span>mind-blowing<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"> to see how far we have come! Today's refrigeration technology is truly amazing and here at Rapids Wholesale we supply all the best brands including </span></span><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/true-refrigeration-true-coolers.html" style="font-family: Helvetica; letter-spacing: 0px;" target="_blank">TRUE</a><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"> and </span></span><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/beverage-air.html" style="font-family: Helvetica; letter-spacing: 0px;" target="_blank">BEVERAGE AIR</a><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"> to name just a couple. Apart from </span></span><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/bar-refrigerators-coolers.html" style="font-family: Helvetica; letter-spacing: 0px;" target="_blank">bar refrigeration </a><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">equipment to keep your brew cold, w</span></span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; letter-spacing: 0px;">e also carry a huge supply of <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/walk-in-cooler.html" target="_blank">walk-in refrigerators</a>, <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/refrigerated-display-cases.html" target="_blank">refrigerated display cases</a>, <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/commercial-kitchen-refrigerators.html" target="_blank">commercial kitchen refrigerators</a>, g<a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/glass-plate-chillers-mug-frosters.html" target="_blank">lass and plate chillers</a> and <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/commercial-refrigerator-freezer/commercial-ice-maker.html" target="_blank">ice machines</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Recently Rapids Wholesale associates received education and hands-on experience at the North American Association of Food Manufacturer’s annual food equipment and supplies show. This event, held in Orlando, Florida, helped Rapids associates learn about energy efficiency, gain in-depth product knowledge, and strengthen their relationships with manufacturers.</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Rapids sent 17 sales and support associates from Minnesota, Iowa, North Carolina, and Missouri to the largest food service show in the industry, hosted by the North American Association of Food Manufacturer’s, or </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><a href="http://www.nafem.org/" target="_blank">NAFEM</a></span><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">. These associates may be better equipped than ever to help customers learn about energy efficiency and cutting edge products. </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">During a demonstration, Wiltgen got a closer look at a new oven made by </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Blodgett </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">and </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Pitco</span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">, as well as a taste test of steak prepared in the new model. Wiltgen said going to the show helped him solidify his relationship with key Rapids’ suppliers. This may help him provide better customer service by working with manufacturers more closely on future projects, he said. </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Associates encountered a treasure trove of new knowledge from other key suppliers as well, including </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/brands.html" target="_blank">Vulcan, Hobart, Frymaster, Manitowoc, True Refrigeration, Cleveland, Eagle Manufacturing, Advance Tabco, Star Manufacturing, Blodgett, Garland, and Delfield. </a></span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">The NAFEM show also helped Rapids associates who passed a rigorous exam to become </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><a href="http://www.nafem.org/education-certification/CFSPCertification.aspx" target="_blank">Certified Food Service Professionals</a></span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px; text-decoration: underline;"> </span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">advance the standing of their certifications. </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Troy Little, a Certified Food Service Professional on the sales staff at the Marion Rapids location, said seeing and touching new products at the show enhanced his understanding of the equipment he explains to his customers. Experiences like this help him supply his customers with the exact items they need. </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Opportunities like this help Rapids associates better the environment and educate customers on green energy topics.</span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Is your bar properly stocked? Here at <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale</a> we understand that a properly stocked bar has more than just a large selection of beer, wine, liquor and mixers. Profitable bars owners make sure their staff is equipped with all the proper tools necessary for slinging drinks and pushing pub grub. When assessing your new bar’s needs, the sinks, washers and blenders are obvious. But the small-wares like bottle openers, proper cutlery and the often overlooked <a href="https://rapidswholesale.com/bar-supplies-bar-equipment/bar-restaurant-accessories-smallwares.html" target="_blank">condiment caddy</a> need to be addressed as well. </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">A bar is not a bar without the little things like the condiment caddy or condiment rack. It’s a simple storage and organizational device that allows for you to keep together and easily transport utensils, ketchup, mustard, steak sauce, salt and pepper and all the other bits your customers will likely request to enjoy their meals! If your bar is going to serve food, you need to provide your customers with these essentials. But while you're at it, why not have it be your silent salesman and spokesman as well? While customers are waiting for your staff to take and prepare their orders, more and more of them are pulling out their smart phones to pass the time. Put YOUR message on that phone! And use a condiment caddy to get it there.</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Though designs of condiment caddies differ, consider caddies that allow for a little table side advertising. Many will allow for you to attach postcard sized ads right on top of them. Check with your food and beverage vendors to see if they can help you design and produce these powerful little marketing cards with or even FOR you! Likely they’ll want their product name on your table, but make sure it benefits your establishment as well. This is prime advertising real-estate. Use this space to promote an up-coming event, new dish, or special in the kitchen.</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">If your establishment has a website or uses social media like <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rapidswholesale" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, this is an awesome place to print off a QR code linking your customer's smartphone to your bar or restaurant! A QR code is a lot like a bar code that can be scanned by smartphones and will direct that phone to a place on the internet, like your online menu or facebook page! Consider a promotion where if they scan the QR code to direct them to your social media site and then "check in," they can get a discount off their tab. Not only will this point their friends toward your store online, they might even show up in person, knowing they'll find good company at your bar when they do! Its a win - win - win! All you have to do is "search" the interwebs for "QR code generator" to create your own custom code and copy your code to your advertising card.</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Please be careful when selecting a condiment caddy. I’ve seen a few bars that use empty cardboard six pack cases to hold condiments. This is okay (I guess) if you have zero budget, but these aren’t built for everyday use and abuse. One table spill, and the next time your staff (or God forbid a customer) picks up the caddy, everything will end up on the floor. Also, it’s often difficult for your customers to fish the salt and pepper shakers out of them as the sides are too tall. And, in all honesty, they can make your bar look cheap! Do you want your customers thinking, “well heck, if they’re skimping on getting me the ketchup, where else are they cutting corners?”</span></div>
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Our friends from <a href="http://perlick.com/" target="_blank">Perlick</a>, in business since 1917, offered us this tried and true wisdom from their unique view of the Foodservice and Hospitality industry. They note you will always find more PROFIT poured at the bar than cooked in your kitchen. And draft beer is the MOST PROFITABLE adult beverage sold. So, if you want to make more money . . . sell more beer! Sounds easy doesn't it? Well it certainly can be, but where many bar and restaraunt owners may struggle is in managing the efficiency and quality of how you get that beer to your customer's eager lips. Mastering this process of distribution and presentation, from ice cold cans or bottles to glycol long draw systems, results in satisfied, repeat customers and bulging bottom lines.<br />
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The easiest beer delivery system is a cooler packed with bottles or cans. Although easier to install than draft systems, they are rarely as profitable. To insure the highest quality and efficiency, look to quality beer coolers from our vendor parnters Perlick, TRUE, Beverage Air, and Turbo Air. Sure it is possible to use a standard consumer refridgerator, but rarely are they built sturdy enough to support the load of inventory you will need or the frequency of use. They are not designed to keep bottles as cold with frequent opening and closing. Your customers will likely complain about warm beer and you'll be replacing it inside of a year. You still have lots of options with these affordable beer coolers.</div>
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Top loaded bottle coolers offer higher capacity with the same footprint as a standard cooler because you can stack your product. Also, there are no doors to swing out and clip the ankles and knees of your service staff. Open doors can present a trip hazard in a smaller working space like behind a bar. And your bartenders won't have to bend over as far to grab the product from the top.</div>
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Display coolers can be used to highlight specialty products. Although the glass doors are more expensive to produce than solid doors, this can provide a relatively inexpensive merchandising and advertising option. Let the product's unique packaging advertise itself! It also allows the service staff the ability to quickly identify a product for speedy retrieval. Be sure to have your staff always face the stock in these coolers before and at the end of every shift. A properly faced and stocked display cooler will garner repeat customers when they see their favorite brand is always readily available in your establishment.</div>
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Keg coolers are beer dispensers that resemble back bar coolers, but they hold kegs of beer instead of bottles and cans. You can find them in sizes that will hold anywhere from one to five kegs at a time. Equip them with proper beer towers and beer faucets, attach the proper tapping gear and CO2 and you have a complete keg beer dispersal system. </div>
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A big advantage of using a draft beer dispenser is that you can generally store and chill a tapped keg of beer inside a good-quality unit for a very long time and the beer will remain in perfect serving condition. As long as the lines remain properly cleaned, there will be no change in the taste.</div>
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Long Draw systems allow for the kegs to be stored back in walk-in coolers, out of the way. They require a little more setup to make sure the beer can travel the greater distance and remain cold. For more on how Rapids Wholesale can help you with whichever beer distribution system makes sense for your place, check out this video!</div>
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Also remember that proper serving temperture of beer is between 38-42F. Kegs are usually delivered too warm and need up to 18 hours to bring down to the perfect serving temperture. Dirty glassware can greatly affect the way draft beer pours. Bubbles will stick to grime on the sides of the glass. Dust and dirt will cause rapid foaming and obviously affect the taste of the brew. Foam is 25% liquid, and when your staff is dumping unnecessary foam, they're dumping profit down the drain. Glass rinsers lubricate and cool the inside of the glass to ensure a better pour. Serve with a smile!<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5042915412350817759.post-26294380175588741232013-02-05T08:31:00.000-08:002017-09-27T13:49:40.053-07:00So, You Want To Open A Restaurant...<span style="font-size: large;">So, You Want To Open A Restaurant...</span><br />
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Good for you! Owning and operating a restaurant or bar can be rewarding. Overcoming challenges and exploiting opportunities makes the hospitality industry an addictive environment for the right individuals. Rapids has been there for many entrepreneurs as they have considered this big step toward independence.<br />
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When it comes to the tools of the trade, smallwares are the foundation of any food service enterprise. Smart operators realize that consistency in everything from portioning to presentation to prep is important in driving repeat business. The basics such as measuring cups, tongs and spatulas help create signature consistency.<br />
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If that sounds like a lot of importance attached to a collection of plastic and metal bits and pieces, think about it this way: these are the products that will be reached for most often in any facility. A set of measuring cups will get touched more often each day than an oven handle. Portion control utensils such as spoons and ladles can mean the difference between profit and loss. Smallwares are important, their cost and acquisition should occupy an appropriate amount of planning and procurement time.<br />
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At Rapids we have a series of smallwares checklists created around several of the more popular venues. When we specify the equipment list for our design / procurement contracts we use lists just like these to make sure we don't miss anything. We think that they will make a great starting point for anyone in the planning stages of opening a restaurant, so we have made them available on our website.<br />
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When using a checklist like those listed below don't be afraid to edit and substitute. These lists are based on recommendations in type and quantity, not brand and price. Having a set of kitchen floor plan drawings along side will be helpful too. Where a list might suggest two 36" dunnage racks your floor plan might dictate that a 36" and a 48" pairing is a better fit. No pre-published equipment list can anticipate every need or desire, but our lists make for a great starting point!<br />
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Browse and download these lists, write up a lot of questions, then give the folks in our catalog sales department a call and let Rapids help you refine your needs. Or go directly to the <a href="http://www.rapidswholesale.com/" target="_blank">Rapids Wholesale website</a> and compile a sample order for budgeting purposes.<br />
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Choose the closest list type to your restaurant concept:<br />
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<li><a href="https://www.rapidswholesale.com/pdf/100_Seat.pdf">For The 100 Seat Restaurant</a>
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<li><a href="https://www.rapidswholesale.com/pdf/Fast_Food.pdf">Fast Food Staples</a>
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<li><a href="https://www.rapidswholesale.com/pdf/Pizza_Smallwares.pdf">75 Seat Pizza Joint</a>
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<li><a href="https://www.rapidswholesale.com/pdf/Bakery_Smalllwares.pdf">Bakery Basics</a>
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<li><a href="https://www.rapidswholesale.com/pdf/Buffet_Smallwares.pdf">Buffet Smallwares</a>
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<li><a href="https://www.rapidswholesale.com/pdf/Cafeteria_Smallwares.pdf">Cafeteria Checklist</a>
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<li><a href="https://www.rapidswholesale.com/pdf/Deli_Smallwares.pdf">Deli Style Dining</a>
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<li><a href="https://www.rapidswholesale.com/pdf/Fine_Smallwares.pdf">Fit For Fine Dining</a>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5042915412350817759.post-41435885572442386382013-02-04T06:51:00.000-08:002017-09-27T13:50:24.084-07:00Welcome!Welcome to the Rapids Blog! This is our home for e-Newsletter content, editorials, tips and techniques and all of the other information provided by Rapids.<br />
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