Foodservice Equipment Reports

06/18/2026

Thank you to The Vollrath Company, L.L.C. for their support as a Platinum Sponsor of How To Spec Live! Register to attend today: https://www.fermag.com/how-to-spec-live/

As an Induction Sponsor, Vollrath will be part of the hands-on learning experience that makes How To Spec Live unlike any other event in the foodservice industry.

Presented by California Foodservice Instant Rebates, FER's How To Spec Live gives attendees the opportunity to see the latest foodservice equipment in action through live demonstrations, gain real-world specification insights from industry experts, and connect directly with the manufacturers, consultants, and operators shaping the industry.

📅 September 23-25, 2026
📍 Frontier Energy, Inc. Food Service Tech Center

06/18/2026

What if your griddle could sear and steam at the same time?

At the 2026 National Restaurant Show, we stopped by Thermodyne Foodservice Products, Inc. to check out their American Griddle lineup, including the patented Steam Shell Griddle technology.

By injecting steam from the rear while enclosing the cooking surface with a lid, the Steam Shell Griddle allows operators to sear from below and steam from above simultaneously, helping increase productivity, reduce cook times, and deliver consistent results.

A smart solution for high-volume kitchens focused on efficiency and repeatable quality.

06/17/2026

Marco's Pizza will open its Operations Center of Excellence, located in Orlando, Fla., this fall. It will support franchisee training, strengthen operational ex*****on and help with the brand’s continued national and international expansion https://bit.ly/4vNzaNS

Opening this fall, the center includes a corporate office and fully equipped training kitchen.

06/17/2026

Sponsored by AllPoints Foodservice Parts & Supplies:
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06/16/2026

Yum! Brands has entered into agreements to sell Pizza Hut for $2.7 billion https://bit.ly/4goLjV0

Yum says the deals will position it for long-term growth and shareholder value creation.

06/16/2026

From slicer to shelf-ready package in one seamless process.

At the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show, we stopped by Bizerba USA to see the LINE PACK VB PLUS in action, a fully automatic slicing and packaging system designed to streamline operations and reduce labor.

The system transfers freshly sliced product directly into a resealable package in one continuous process, while protective atmosphere and vacuum packaging help extend shelf life and preserve freshness.

Built for high-volume grocery and production environments, it delivers efficiency, consistency, and a handcrafted package appearance.

06/15/2026

This week, the Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals (ANFP) is hosting its 2026 Annual Conference & Expo. Turn here for more noncommercial foodservice events on the horizon: https://bit.ly/43EABSR

SNA, NACUFS, AHF, ACFSA and SHFM all have details to share on their annual conferences.

06/12/2026

Chris Hartford, who's been with Wood Stone Corporation since 2022, has been promoted to director of sales.
https://bit.ly/4xkpxro

The individual brings more than three decades of foodservice industry experience to his new role.

06/11/2026

Sponsored:
K-12 foodservice operators preparing to install brand-new serving counters will want to follow these key tips, courtesy of Mod-U-Serve. One option includes a turnkey package, which features the demo, install and finishing work. Find out more in this helpful guide: https://bit.ly/4v5oHxq

Note what to expect leading up to and on install day. Site visits, utility hookups and finishing work mark a few considerations.

06/11/2026

Hospitality hiring jumped more than 30% in May across host cities of the 2026; Philadelphia, Boston and Atlanta saw the biggest increases https://bit.ly/4obTplS

Philadelphia, Boston and Atlanta recorded the biggest hiring surges.