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								WIRED FOR SAFETY: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT A2L REFRIGERANTS AND ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN FOODSERVICE DESIGN				
As the HVACR world shifts toward greener, low-GWP refrigerants, A2Ls have stepped into the spotlight—but not without a few sparks. While they promise eco-friendly performance, these mildly flammable refrigerants come with a unique set of

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As the HVACR world shifts toward greener, low-GWP refrigerants, A2Ls have stepped into the spotlight—but not without a few sparks. While they promise eco-friendly performance, these mildly flammable refrigerants come with a unique set of
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								R-290 COMPLIANCE IN FOODSERVICE MADE CLEAR: A GUIDE TO SNAP RULE 26 AND UL 60335-2-89				
As the refrigeration industry shifts toward low-GWP, environmentally friendly refrigerants, one substance is making a powerful comeback—R-290, also known as propane. While it’s energy-efficient and planet-friendly, its flammable nature introduces a new layer of complexity

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As the refrigeration industry shifts toward low-GWP, environmentally friendly refrigerants, one substance is making a powerful comeback—R-290, also known as propane. While it’s energy-efficient and planet-friendly, its flammable nature introduces a new layer of complexity
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								PES Design Group Named 2024 Top Foodservice Consulting Firm!				
Food Business Review Magazine, a leading foodservice business industry publication, has named PES Design Group the “2024 Top Foodservice Design and Consulting Services Provider”. To view the online magazine article please visit: https://www.foodbusinessreview.com/pes-design-group   Read full interview below: PES Design

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Food Business Review Magazine, a leading foodservice business industry publication, has named PES Design Group the “2024 Top Foodservice Design and Consulting Services Provider”. To view the online magazine article please visit: https://www.foodbusinessreview.com/pes-design-group   Read full interview below: PES Design
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								CHILLING OR FREEZING? UNVEILING THE DISTINCTIONS BETWEEN BLAST CHILLERS, BLAST FREEZERS, AND SHOCK FREEZERS				
In the world of food preservation, the battle between maintaining freshness and extending shelf life is fought with the help of specialized equipment. Discover the nuances and unique purposes of blast chillers, blast freezers, and

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In the world of food preservation, the battle between maintaining freshness and extending shelf life is fought with the help of specialized equipment. Discover the nuances and unique purposes of blast chillers, blast freezers, and
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								BLAST CHILLERS: THE SECRET WEAPON FOR IMPROVING FOOD SAFETY AND QUALITY				
Blast chillers are often seen as a luxury or specialized product primarily used in large-scale cooking establishments like hospitals, universities, and cafeterias. However, the truth is that almost any kitchen can benefit from incorporating a

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Blast chillers are often seen as a luxury or specialized product primarily used in large-scale cooking establishments like hospitals, universities, and cafeterias. However, the truth is that almost any kitchen can benefit from incorporating a
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								8 TIPS FOR BUILDING A LONG-TERM RESTAURANT				
How do you make it, in the restaurant business, for five years, ten years or longer? Here are eight great tips to help you survive for decades in a tough business: 1. BE READY TO WORK….ALOT Don’t be afraid to work long,

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How do you make it, in the restaurant business, for five years, ten years or longer? Here are eight great tips to help you survive for decades in a tough business: 1. BE READY TO WORK….ALOT Don’t be afraid to work long,
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								6 WAYS TO REDUCE FOOD WASTE				
Wasted produce can add ten percent to food costs as it becomes part of the average 150,000 pounds of trash that your restaurant throws out each year. These six tips can help cut those numbers down

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Wasted produce can add ten percent to food costs as it becomes part of the average 150,000 pounds of trash that your restaurant throws out each year. These six tips can help cut those numbers down
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								THE COST OF CARELESSNESS				
Although I try not to give a food service employee a reason to sabotage my food purposely, how do I know that they are practicing food safety at all?  I’m sure you’ve heard the adage,

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Although I try not to give a food service employee a reason to sabotage my food purposely, how do I know that they are practicing food safety at all?  I’m sure you’ve heard the adage,
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								5 WAYS TO CREATE A SUCCESSFUL RESTAURANT				
  So you want to open a restaurant? Great! Here are five key suggestions that will help make it a success!   #1. HIRE A CONSULTANT Every successful venture, from mountain climbing to financial planning to a surprise birthday party

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  So you want to open a restaurant? Great! Here are five key suggestions that will help make it a success!   #1. HIRE A CONSULTANT Every successful venture, from mountain climbing to financial planning to a surprise birthday party
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								SOLVING SPACE CHALLENGES WITH INNOVATIVE DESIGN				
During my tenure as a Food Service Consultant, I’ve had the pleasure of working with the Sarasota County School Board in the design of many of their K-12 schools. The first High School Kitchen/Cafeteria project

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During my tenure as a Food Service Consultant, I’ve had the pleasure of working with the Sarasota County School Board in the design of many of their K-12 schools. The first High School Kitchen/Cafeteria project
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