Manitowoc Beverage - Cold beverages heat up c-stores sales

Rising demand for custom ice beverages continues to grow. Four out of five top growth beverage trends include ice¹ and 86% of consumers surveyed had purchased a beverage away from home in the last month². This makes choosing the right beverage dispensing systems and ice machines invaluable to any convenience store operation.

Manitowoc Ice Machines and Servend Beverage Dispensers have a multitude of choices so that you can customize the right ice and beverage dispensing combination for your operation. Select from ice type, number of dispensing valves and even flavor shot options to provide your customers with the option to customize.

Servend's FLAV'R PIC ice/beverage dispenser The FLAV'R PIC gives your customer over a million combinations to customize their drink to their taste...16 beverage selections and up to 8 flavor enhancements. Featuring icepic™ technology, the industry's first built-in ice crusher providing two types of ice (cubed or crushed) from a single ice maker/ice dispenser combination. One ice/beverage dispenser reduces your equipment expense, installation costs, and maintenance. Give your customers the choice they want.

Manitowoc Indigo™ Series Ice Machines Designed for operators who know that ice is critical to their business, the Indigo™ Series ice machine's preventative diagnostics continually monitor itself for reliable ice production. Improvements in cleanability and programmability make your ice machine easy to own and less expensive to operate. Find the right Indigo Series Ice Machine for your operation.

Kysor Panel Systems Grab & Go beverages yielded growth of 11% for convenience stores in 20123 with the largest growth being seen in teas, coconut water, energy drinks and juices. Kysor Panel is the best built, best engineered brand of merchandising coolers, display coolers and refrigerated displays for c-stores. They offer the highest quality materials with improved insulating characteristics. As a result, our systems are built straight, solid and feature uniform finishes. Learn more about Kysor Panel Systems.

Our ice, beverage and chilling experts understand how important a beverage program is to a convenience store. Stop by and talk with us at the NACS Show 2013 booth #6451 about how we can help you grow.

1 Nation’s Restaurant News Consumer demand for beverages rises September 26, 2012
2 Technomic C-STORES DRINK UP THE POSSIBILITIES FOR NEW BEVERAGES October, 2012
3 CSP Daily News | August 26, 2013

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Illinois Branches:

Eichenauer Services

2465 N 22nd St Decatur, IL 62526 US

Phone: 800-252-5892 Website: http://www.esiquality.com/

Eichenauer Services

106 E McClure Peoria, IL 61603 US

Phone: 800-252-5892 Website: http://www.esiquality.com/

Eichenauer Services

405 S Neil St Champaign, IL 61820 US

Phone: 800-252-5892 Website: http://www.esiquality.com/
 

Illinois Satellites:
Springfield, IL | Bloomington, IL | Effingham, IL | LaSalle/Peru, IL | Mount Vernon, IL | Joliet, IL |
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Blended Beverage Equipment

Blended beverages and smoothies use to be reserved for the summer months or those lucky enough to live in states where temperatures rarely drop below 40 degrees in the dead of winter. But now consumers are drinking blended frozen beverages year long and are showing no signs of slowing down.

New, inventive or seasonal beverages are a major draw for customers, especially those among the younger demographic. Convenience store operators report an increase of 45% in frozen dispensed beverages in the first half of 2013 and only expect it to continue to grow.

Smoothies are a popular drink for innovation. According to Technomic, they grew by 8.5 percent in 2012. However, frozen blended coffees give a high profit margin, estimated at 65 to 70 percent according to a recent Mintel research.

So how do you make blended frozen beverages profitable while meeting consumer supply and flavor demand options? The Multiplex Blend-In-Cup all-in-one convenient footprint provides the solution. It's so easy to use you can be up and running as a crew-serve or self-serve beverage destination in no time. With the easyToUCH^TM icon based touch screen, making a drink is as easy as the press of a button. Everything you need to operate the machine from making a drink to training to cleaning can all be accomplished through this intuitive control panel.

Take the guesswork and the mess out of making delicious and nutritious smoothies, frappes, slush drinks, blended ice beverages, cocktails and so much more.

 

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Illinois Branches:

Eichenauer Services

2465 N 22nd St Decatur, IL 62526 US

Phone: 800-252-5892 Website: http://www.esiquality.com/

Eichenauer Services

106 E McClure Peoria, IL 61603 US

Phone: 800-252-5892 Website: http://www.esiquality.com/

Eichenauer Services

405 S Neil St Champaign, IL 61820 US

Phone: 800-252-5892 Website: http://www.esiquality.com/
 

Illinois Satellites:
Springfield, IL | Bloomington, IL | Effingham, IL | LaSalle/Peru, IL | Mount Vernon, IL | Joliet, IL |
Quad Cities, IL (Moline, East Moline, Rock Island) | Marion, IL |
Metro East, IL (Belleville, Collinsville, Edwardsville, O'Fallon, Fairview Heights)

Eichenauer Service | Central Illinois | Restaurant Equipment | Kitchen Equipment | Repair Service parts

When your kitchen's commercial restaurant equipment needs maintenance or repair in Central Illinois area (Decatur, Champaign, Springfield, Peoria, Pekin, Bloomington, Effingham) Eichenauer Services can help.

For over 65 years they have been offering affordable, courteous and professional commercial kitchen equipment repair for their commercial customers throughout the state of Illinois.

Regardless of how small or big the repair is, you can count on Eichenauer Services to get the repair done properly, professionally and promptly, as it is understood a restaurant should not have a long down time, which can cause them to lose many customers.  Eichenauer services has multiple CFESA (Commercial Food Equipment Association) and equipment manufacturer trained technicians in the Central Illinois area.  As well as offering repair of restaurant equipment Eichenauer Services also suggest planned maintenance.  Planned maintenance on heavily used commercial kitchen equipment will save you money and help you prevent downtime.  Our Central Illinois area branches provides repair service on a wide variety of equipment for numerous equipment manufactures including:

• Cooking Equipment
  • Deep Fryers
  • Bakery Equipment
  • Pizza Ovens
  • Grills
  • Steamers
• Refrigeration Equipment
  • Ice Machines
  • Coolers
  • Freezers
  • Prep Tables
  • HVAC
• Beverage Equipment
• Sanitation Equipment
  • Ware-washing
• Holding Equipment
  • Cold
  • Hot

..........and many many more!!

Call us today at 800-252-5892 to learn about the services we can provide for your Central Illinois locations!

Illinois Branches:

Eichenauer Services

2465 N 22nd St Decatur, IL 62526 US

Phone: 800-252-5892 Website: http://www.esiquality.com/

Eichenauer Services

106 E McClure Peoria, IL 61603 US

Phone: 800-252-5892 Website: http://www.esiquality.com/

Eichenauer Services

405 S Neil St Champaign, IL 61820 US

Phone: 800-252-5892 Website: http://www.esiquality.com/
 

Illinois Satellites:
Springfield, IL | Bloomington, IL | Effingham, IL | LaSalle/Peru, IL | Mount Vernon, IL | Joliet, IL |
Quad Cities, IL (Moline, East Moline, Rock Island) | Marion, IL |
Metro East, IL (Belleville, Collinsville, Edwardsville, O'Fallon, Fairview Heights)

ESI | Commercial Kitchen Equipment Gaskets | True | Delfield | Hobart | Traulsen

Eichenauer Services stocks numerous gaskets for commercial kitchen refrigeration and holding appliances for manufactures such as Hobart, Victory Refrigeration, True Refrigeration, Delfield, and many many more.


Some of the common items the ESI stocks a large quantity of are:


Gaskets
Delfield                       1702144
Delfield                       1702473
Hobart                        280984-3
Hobart                        433623-2
Traulsen                      341-60059
Traulsen                      341-60060
Traulsen                      341-60089
Traulsen                      341-60090
True                            810802
True                            810803
True                            810809
True                            810810
True                            810812
Victory                       50596901
Victory                       50596902
Victory                       50879501

If you in need of any commercial kitchen equipment gaskets please call us today at 800-252-5892 or visit our website www.esiquality.com.

Commercial Ice Machine: How important is water filtration?

Ice is Food

The average human eats nearly 2 pounds of ice a day. As with every other food, safe ice handling and proper preparation are the only ways to guarantee a healthy, tasty product. Installing an inline filtration system on your commercial ice machine’s water supply assures that residual bacteria, accumulated minerals and other contaminants are removed from the water.

Which Filtration System to Buy

Commercial water filtration systems use one to three filters to totally clean your incoming water. The number you need depends on the size of your commercial ice machine.

	Cube Ice Machines	Flake and Nugget Ice Machines
1 Filter	Up to 650 lbs	Up to 1200
2 Filters	650 – 1300 lbs	Over 1200 lbs
3 Filters	Over 1300 lbs

When to Change

Ice filters need to be changed every 6 months. Failure to change the filter will cause your machine to work harder and wear it out faster.

Ice Contaminants

Ice is subject to a variety of contaminants. The most common occur when a machine is poorly maintained or the water supply has dissolved minerals or residual chlorine.

• Mineral Deposits:

Municipal water companies only remove contaminants that are harmful to human health. Many dissolved minerals are not harmful, therefore are not removed. Mineral laden water results in ice that appears cloudy and can make a drink smell and taste unappealing.

• Slime Build-Up:

Slime build-up can result from a poorly maintained ice machine. Ice made from a slimy machine will appear cloudy with a slight yellow, green or red tint and can cause illness, especially in those with weakened immune systems.

• Chlorination:

Chlorination is the process of adding chlorine to water in order to treat it and kill harmful germs. Residual chlorine remains in the water supply giving the water an unappealing taste.

If you have any repair service, would like to set up a professional planned maintenance on your ice machine, or you are interested in water filter systems for your ice machine please contact us at 800-252-5892.  We work on every major brand and can also supply replacement parts.

Eichenauer Services

2465 N 22nd St 

Decatur, IL 62526

Phone: 800-252-5892 

Eichenauer Services

106 E McClure 

Peoria, IL 61603 

Phone: 800-252-5892 

Eichenauer Services

405 S Neil St 

Champaign, IL 61820

Phone: 800-252-5892  

 Illinois Satellites:

Springfield, IL | Bloomington, IL | Effingham, IL | LaSalle/Peru, IL | Mount Vernon, IL | Joliet, IL |
Quad Cities, IL (Moline, East Moline, Rock Island) | Marion, IL |
Metro East, IL (Belleville, Collinsville, Edwardsville, O'Fallon, Fairview Heights)

Commercial Kitchen Equipment: How much does it matter?

We are used to words like “technology” or phrases like “the microwave has revolutionized cooking” when it comes to culinary equipment. Come to think of it, we never bother discussing the materials that go into making a meal andinstead devote all the focus to the recipe and the taste.

But the point is that there have been revolutions in the way human beings prepare food over the ages. The earliest discovery of fire was indeed a significant breakthrough, but the invention of gas stoves helped people to get rid of pollution, inconvenience, and the time wasted when cooking on fire.
Moreover, apart from the cuisine, the cooking equipment also tells a lot about the culture of a particular area. For instance, the ancient Mayan culture had fancy gourds with which they consumed chocolate. Another example is of the French people, who use a plethora of cutters that involve everything from chestnut papers to ham slicers, signifying their devotion to specialism.

But the real importance of kitchen equipment is discovered when you enter the commercial kitchen industry. This is because kitchen equipment determines how the food (which is the sole USP of a restaurant/hotel/take away) is prepared and served.

When we talk of commercial kitchen equipment, we are referring to the whole range of materials from pans and spatulas to grills and freezers.

The choice of materials largely depends on the kind of food you are offering. Specialty cuisine like Chinese food, for example, cannot be sold successfully unless you use “iron-plate” and clay pot dishes, along with long chopsticks.

However, some things are common to all kitchens, and freezers are the best example. If you can’t serve fresh food, you will not be able to attract customers or get certification and commendation from quality assurance agencies. Freezers allow you to keep fresh meat, vegetables, and dairy all year round, allowing you to stock items in the kitchen without constantly contacting the suppliers.

Another important question is, are brands really necessary? Remember that quality is the ultimate standard when you purchase commercial kitchen equipment, and branded items for the most part offer better quality than non-branded kitchenware.

But most importantly, proper maintenance is required if you want to have good value for money on your equipment. It has to be checked regularly so it provides optimum output. It is never a pleasant experience when your grill starts giving problems when an order arrives!

To sum up, cooking equipment matters a lot, especially when you are in the food business. So determine your menu, research the latest trends in the market, set a good budget, and be prepared to look after your equipment on a regular basis. Doing all this will never slow down your orders.

If you have any repair service or would like to set up a professional planned maintence please contact us at 800-252-5892.  We work on every major brand and can also supply replacement parts.

Eichenauer Services

2465 N 22nd St 

Decatur, IL 62526

Phone: 800-252-5892 

Eichenauer Services

106 E McClure 

Peoria, IL 61603 

Phone: 800-252-5892 

Eichenauer Services

405 S Neil St 

Champaign, IL 61820

Phone: 800-252-5892  

 Illinois Satellites:

Springfield, IL | Bloomington, IL | Effingham, IL | LaSalle/Peru, IL | Mount Vernon, IL | Joliet, IL |
Quad Cities, IL (Moline, East Moline, Rock Island) | Marion, IL |
Metro East, IL (Belleville, Collinsville, Edwardsville, O'Fallon, Fairview Heights)

Cleaning your Commercial Deep Fryer

You should clean the tank of your commercial deep fryer on a daily basis. It sounds like a messy job, but in point of fact it isn’t so dreadful.

Here’s a breakdown of what to do:

1. Adopt a zen-like attitude if possible. Find the freedom inherent in duty.
2. Turn off the fryer and unplug it. Safety first, kids. Or actually, in this case, second.
3. Empty the contents of the filter or crumb-catch into a fire-proof container.
4. Wait for the oil to cool down to at least 150° F and drain it.
5. Remove fry baskets, basket hangers and the tank rack.
6. Remove all loose debris and scrub all surfaces with a cleaning brush.
7. For tough buildup, scrub with an abrasive pad.
8. Use a damp cloth to remove any remaining residue.
9. Refill with oil.
10. Clean and dry fry baskets, tank rack and basket hangers before putting them back.
11. Despite the fact that this wasn’t actually that hard, be sure to complain about it enough to maybe get a drink on the house or something like that.

So that’s that for your daily fryer cleaning regimen. Not too bad, right? Additionally, once a week you should give your fryer a more thorough cleaning:

1. After draining the oil, use warm water, dishwashing detergent and a degreaser to scrub the tank.
2. Drain the soapy water.
3. Rinse with water and vinegar to be sure no soap is left over.
4. Rinse again with water.

If you have any repair service or would like to set up a professional planned maintence please contact us at 800-252-5892.  We work on every major brand and can also supply replacement parts.

Eichenauer Services

2465 N 22nd St 

Decatur, IL 62526

Phone: 800-252-5892 

Eichenauer Services

106 E McClure 

Peoria, IL 61603 

Phone: 800-252-5892 

Eichenauer Services

405 S Neil St 

Champaign, IL 61820

Phone: 800-252-5892  

 Illinois Satellites:

Springfield, IL | Bloomington, IL | Effingham, IL | LaSalle/Peru, IL | Mount Vernon, IL | Joliet, IL |
Quad Cities, IL (Moline, East Moline, Rock Island) | Marion, IL |
Metro East, IL (Belleville, Collinsville, Edwardsville, O'Fallon, Fairview Heights)

Manitowoc Foodservice Breaks Ground on New Facility Project in Cleveland

Turning over the ceremonial dirt was Glen Tellock, Manitowoc’s Chairman and CEO; John Stevenson, VPGM – Manitowoc Foodservice Ovens and Advanced Cooking; Kristi Tanner, Managing Director of JobsOhio; Councilman Michael Polensek; Tracey Nichols, Director of Economic Development; Larry Benders, Director of Development; and Phil Dei Dolori, Executive Vice President of Manitowoc Foodservice.

Manitowoc Foodservice Ovens and Advanced Cooking broke ground on its new 30,000 square foot Ovens expansion project in Cleveland, Ohio - marking the official start of its plans to become the leading commercial ovens manufacturer in the world.
When the expansion project is completed later in 2013, the operation will include new quality systems, computerized work instructions, lean work flow systems, and state-of-the-art warehouse operations. The Cleveland facility will produce Cleveland Steamers, Garland® convection ovens, Convotherm® combi ovens, and Lincoln conveyor ovens, along with managing the marketing and distribution of Manitowoc's Merrychef® brand speed ovens.
In addition to the manufacturing space, the new building will include a commercial kitchen which will be used for customer support (such as menu development and training), equipment testing, and sales training.
The expanded operation will improve the service provided to foodservice customers and channel partners in the U.S. and regional markets around the world. Anticipated customer benefits include improved product availability, consolidated shipments for faster speeds and lower costs, expanded customer support, and increased reinvestment in product development.
Total investment in the project is estimated at over $8 million, with more than 100 new manufacturing jobs to be created.
"The growth and investment taking place is great news for all of us," said Glen Tellock, Chairman and CEO of Manitowoc. "I look forward to the benefits this will bring for our customers, community, and employees. By working together, we are Building Something Real - a bright future right here in Cleveland."
During the Ground Breaking Ceremony, Manitowoc Foodservice also thanked the city of Cleveland, its Department of Economic Development, Cuyahoga County, the State of Ohio, and the UAW for their partnership in making this expansion a reality. "This is a great example of government, business, and labor working together," said John Stevenson, VPGM - Ovens and Advanced Cooking. "I also want to thank our dedicated employees here in Cleveland. None of this would be possible without their dedication, support, and hard work."

Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Tips

Why go for Exhaust Cleaning?
If you are running a commercial kitchen, then you would require exhaust cleaning on a regular basis. As grease and dirt builds up in the exhaust hood, bacteria and other contaminants soon find their way in. Eventually, this leads to the growth of mould and mildew.
Apart from the pollution aspect, exhaust cleaning is required to keep the kitchen exhaust working fine. A commercial kitchen is significantly heated as compared to a regular one, and if the exhaust hood is blocked in anyway, the whole place can literally go up in smoke.
Finally, exhaust cleaning is required because it falls under food and kitchen safety regulations. Although not a legal requirement, it will give a negative impression of your business practices. Moreover, your insurance provider may also ask you to show evidence that you have kept the exhaust well maintained.
For all these reasons, exhaust cleaning is extremely necessary.

When to Clean the Kitchen Exhaust?

As far as the legal aspect is concerned, laws of different places differ as to when you should opt for exhaust cleaning in a commercial kitchen. But generally, you have to carry out this procedure at least once a year.
Moreover, how often you should clean the kitchen hood also depends on the amount of cooking done in the room. The larger your business, the more cooking will be done in the kitchen, which means you have to clean the exhaust more frequently.

How to do it?

The exhaust hood, fan, and duct can be cleaned in 2 ways. You can either take a DIY approach, or contact a professional company to perform this service for you.
If you are taking the first approach, you have to start off by turning the exhaust fan off and halting all cooking activities to allow the exhaust to be cooked. You can unplug the fan or trip the breaker that gives it power.
You will require ammonia and a power steam cleaner to perform the job. A high-powered cleaner is required to tackle the heavy dirt and grease accumulation in a commercial kitchen, and you can always rent one from a hardware store. However, if you have to get your exhaust system cleaned regularly, it is a good investment to purchase a steam cleaner.
While you are doing the cleaning, make sure that all the kitchen surfaces including and surrounding the stoves should be well covered with plastic sheets or old newspapers.
Finally, if you are running a large business, then professional cleaning will be a better option for you. The larger the kitchen, the more expertise required to clean the exhaust system. However, do make sure that you hire only a certified cleaning company.

Eichenauer Services

2465 N 22nd St 

Decatur, IL 62526

Phone: 800-252-5892 

Eichenauer Services

106 E McClure 

Peoria, IL 61603 

Phone: 800-252-5892 

Eichenauer Services

405 S Neil St 

Champaign, IL 61820

Phone: 800-252-5892  

 

 Illinois Satellites:

Springfield, IL | Bloomington, IL | Effingham, IL | LaSalle/Peru, IL | Mount Vernon, IL | Joliet, IL |
Quad Cities, IL (Moline, East Moline, Rock Island) | Marion, IL |
Metro East, IL (Belleville, Collinsville, Edwardsville, O'Fallon, Fairview Heights)

Essential Commercial Kitchen Equipment

When it comes to commercial kitchens, most people imagine it like James Bond’s car – fully-loaded with high tech gadgets and equipment. Have you ever imagined how useless some of that technology actually is and how they could have saved the millions they spent on those things? Well, Mr. Bond may not be on a budget but most of the restaurant owners are.

So, the very first thing you need to manage your restaurant budget is to make a proper, streamlined list in order to cut down all the unintentional and unnecessary expenses. What happens is that most of the restaurant owners are unable to resist the urge to buy every equipment/appliance they find in the store.  While most of this equipment may be like innovative gadgets that can reduce time and effort required for a job, they won’t be much helpful for smaller budgets.
So, before you end up helplessly spending all your money on things you don’t need, here is a streamlined list of necessary equipment to keep your temptations from straying in the store.

Cooking Range and Ovens

Commercial kitchen or domestic, you definitely need a cooking range. However, when shopping for an oven or cooking range, make sure you know the number of people you are likely to serve at a time. For most of the start-ups, a medium range stove or oven would be more than enough. For start-ups, it is best to stick to gas ranges as electric ovens can double your electricity expense and they also take a longer time to heat up.

Grills and Griddle

Most of the kitchens do require deep fryers and grills, more specific range such as Panini grill may not be necessary for everyone. You can choose a grill with a thinner sheet as it requires less heating time and energy. The thicker sheet grill, on the other hand, is more appropriate for larger kitchens as it can spread the heat more evenly over the large area.

Preparation Area

Preparation area is a must-have for all kinds and sizes of commercial kitchen. This is where the food is processed. To make things easier and faster, you must find a food processor with all the required features along with a proper mixer/blender and professional slicer. Moreover, this must be placed closer to storage shelves where most of the utensils are kept.

Cold Storage

Similarly, cold storage is also a necessary requirement for all kinds of commercial kitchens. Of course, the most heavy duty and high-tech refrigerator is not what every restaurant requires. Go for a medium range but top quality refrigerator which will be enough to meet your cold storage requirements. It is best to avoid spending on a walk-in freezer or refrigerator unless you need to store a lot.

Washing Station

A washing station may not sound like a necessity for the overly-frugal restaurant owners here. However, it is a onetime investment that can save the cost of hiring extra staff members for the job. Besides, depending on the area your kitchen is located in, the local laws might require you to have proper hand washing and dishwashing equipment.

Eichenauer Services

2465 N 22nd St 

Decatur, IL 62526

Phone: 800-252-5892 

Eichenauer Services

106 E McClure 

Peoria, IL 61603 

Phone: 800-252-5892 

Eichenauer Services

405 S Neil St 

Champaign, IL 61820

Phone: 800-252-5892  

 

 Illinois Satellites:

Springfield, IL | Bloomington, IL | Effingham, IL | LaSalle/Peru, IL | Mount Vernon, IL | Joliet, IL |
Quad Cities, IL (Moline, East Moline, Rock Island) | Marion, IL |
Metro East, IL (Belleville, Collinsville, Edwardsville, O'Fallon, Fairview Heights)

Manitowoc Foodservice New technology

Tablets and smart phones ensure that you are constantly connected to what is happening at home, work, and even your favorite sports team. That is why Manitowoc Foodservice has continued to invest in technology that will keep you connected and in the "know" while on the go. We started with creating apps for some of our top brands two years ago as a commitment to our operator partners to make Manitowoc Foodservice equipment information available where and when you need it.

Our library now offers nine apps that include training tools and design help. The latest addition is our Resource Library which provides specifications sheets, operations manuals, literature, CAD symbols and more. Practically every product document associated with Manitowoc Foodservice can be located, read, followed, tagged or saved locally using this one very handy tool. This app also includes a follow function to keep you notified whenever a change is made to the documents right in the app - including the reason for the change. It also allows you to save and folder documents for those times when you are not online. This makes training, trouble shooting and get the most out of your Manitowoc Foodservice equipment easy. Download this and our other apps at http://www.mtwapps.com.

Eichenauer Services

2465 N 22nd St 

Decatur, IL 62526

Phone: 800-252-5892 Website: 

Eichenauer Services

106 E McClure 

Peoria, IL 61603 

Phone: 800-252-5892 Website: 

Eichenauer Services

405 S Neil St 

Champaign, IL 61820

Phone: 800-252-5892 

 Illinois Satellites:

Springfield, IL | Bloomington, IL | Effingham, IL | LaSalle/Peru, IL | Mount Vernon, IL | Joliet, IL |
Quad Cities, IL (Moline, East Moline, Rock Island) | Marion, IL |
Metro East, IL (Belleville, Collinsville, Edwardsville, O'Fallon, Fairview Heights)

Commercial Refrigeration Cleaning Tips

Simply wiping off the dust every day is a good way to keep a daily check on the compressor, but to really get into the grit you need to incorporate a more in-depth cleaning method. Follow the below steps at least once every month and no more than once every other week.

SAFETY NOTE:

Always turn off your circuit breaker  while you perform any maintenance on your commercial refrigeration unit.

Walk-In Coolers 

• Turn off the circuit breaker that connects to your walk-in cooler.
• Assign this task to a two-person team.
• Cover and seal all of the contents in the cooler.
•  Find a cardboard box, a bucket or any other sturdy receptacle that can be used to catch dust and debris. Place a damp cloth on the bottom of the receptacle. This will be used to catch and keep the dust in, instead of blowing around.
• Use a shop vacuum with a nozzle to clean the surface of the condenser thoroughly. Let the vacuum run for about 20 seconds after the surface has been cleaned. This is to make sure that all the dust has travelled down the nozzle and into the vacuum’s tank.
• Position one person behind the condenser and have them hold the prepped dust-catching receptacle just behind the condenser’s vent.
• Reverse the air flow of the shop-vac and blow air into the condenser unit, blasting out dust that has settled inside.
• Wipe up any excess dust that has settled on any surfaces in the cooler.
• Mop the cooler floor and wipe down the walls.

Pizza Prep Tables and Chef Bases

• Disconnect from power.
• Remove the condenser’s grill cover.
• Remove any bolts or screws that are holding the compressor to the frame rails.
• Slide the compressor out.
• Use a stiff bristle brush to clean off dirt and dust from the condenser’s coils.
• Use a shop vacuum to clean out the interior area where the compressor sits.
• Vacuum the coils to free any additional dust.
• Reverse the vacuum’s air flow and blow off any additional dust on the coils.
• Slide the compressor back in and re-install the compressor to the frame.
• Wipe off the grill cover with a damp sponge and dry.
• Replace the grill cover.
• Wipe off all counter tops.
• Sweep and mop up the floor area where the cleaning took place.

Reach-In Refrigerator

• Disconnect from power.
• Assign this task to a two-person team.
• Make sure that all of the food inside and outside of the unit is well covered and sealed.
• Find a cardboard box, a bucket or any other receptacle that can be used to catch dust and debris. Place a damp cloth on the bottom of the receptacle. This will be used to catch and keep the dust in, instead of blowing around.
• Use a shop vacuum with a nozzle to clean the surface of the condenser thoroughly. Let the vacuum run for about 20 seconds after the surface has been cleaned. This is to make sure that all the dust has travelled down the nozzle and into the vacuum’s tank.
• Position one person behind the condenser and have them hold the prepped dust-catching receptacle just behind the condenser’s vent.
• Reverse the air flow of the shop-vac and blow air into the condenser unit, blasting out dust that has settled inside.
• Wipe off the grill cover of the condenser.
• Wipe off all outer surfaces of the refrigeration unit, sweep and mop around the cleaning area.

Call us today at 800-252-5892 to learn about the services we can provide for your refrigeration unit throughout the state of Illinois!  Also learn about other pieces of equipment we service here.

-- Commercial Refrigeration Repair -- Commercial Refrigeration Cleaning and Routine Maintenance--
-- Replacement Units and Installation --

Eichenauer Services

2465 N 22nd St Decatur, IL 62526 

Phone: 800-252-5892  

Eichenauer Services

106 E McClure Peoria, IL 61603 

Phone: 800-252-5892  

Eichenauer Services

405 S Neil St Champaign, IL 61820 

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