Whatever your establishment, hotel or restaurant, it is essential to have the right dishes and trays. These are very important elements to best serve your different dishes. Admittedly, quality and durability criteria must be taken into account when buying tableware and trays. So that they always shine like new with each use, you have to commit to quality products. Electro Calorique offers you a variety of superb dishes and trays at the best prices, to give your customers the best impression of your company. Buying crockery and trays for your establishment Purchasing crockery and trays to be used in a hotel or in a restaurant should not be done haphazardly. You have to think carefully about the models, sizes and materials to acquire for a service worthy of a large establishment. Indeed, targeting your type of catering is essential to know which dishes to buy and which trays to order. A pizzeria will thus opt for different equipment from another take-out or brasserie and gastronomy establishment. Then, you must make your purchase according to the standard of service offered. Having specific dishes is necessary for star restaurants or hotels. The budget allocated to the purchase of these utensils must also be taken into account. It certainly influences your purchase, in terms of quality as well as quantity. Criteria determining the choice of trays and crockery To choose the right trays and crockery for you, you have to consider a few essential factors such as: Materials The manufacturing materials of the trays as well as the crockery define the choice of each establishment. Depending on preference, need and budget, you should choose between the following materials: Color Your choice can also be made according to the colors available for serving trays and crockery. In addition to white, the classic color for these elements, you can decorate your table with a touch of color and choose: The quantity The choice of crockery should also be made according to the extent of your establishment’s offerings. The same is true for the trays. In other words, define the quantity you need depending on whether you are offering an elaborate menu, one or various menus, etc. Size and shape Available in a wide range of shapes and sizes, tableware and trays meet a wide variety of needs. Each establishment must make a distinction between the equipment it needs, taking into account the type of plate and serving tray to enhance its culinary creations. Advice for finding quality trays and crockery Buying quality accessories is a priority for any establishment serving food. For this, it is necessary to bear in mind a few principles so as not to be mistaken when choosing. The idea is then to: Opt for original crockery and trays at Electro Calorique Having crockery and trays is also essential to promote a good image of the establishment. Whether in terms of quality, finish, shapes and dimensions, Electro Calorique products are the most popular. By consulting the Electro Calorique website, you will discover a wide choice of crockery and trays, carefully selected for your establishment. These include:
The disinfection arch: the quick and easy way to clean distribution trolleys
Cleaning meal distribution trolleys is a specialized job for people who work in the field of collective catering, health establishments or prison services. This is a crucial step, which must be carried out regularly, to guarantee the health and hygiene of all staff, but especially customers. To facilitate this cleaning, Electro Calorique offers you the disinfection arch, specially designed for this purpose and guaranteeing the cleanliness of your distribution cart. What is a disinfection arch? The disinfection arch is a cleaning tool for distribution trolleys, the main purpose of which is to eliminate all the bacteria present on this trolley. This arch can be installed in all catering facilities so that the distribution trolleys are quickly cleaned and all bacteria and microbes are completely eliminated. The disinfection arch is a versatile piece of equipment, which is not manufactured exclusively for cleaning meal distribution trolleys. Indeed, this material can also be used for furniture and other elements at home or in different types of establishments. How does the disinfection arch offered by Electro Calorique work? The disinfection arch is made up of an aluminum arch, which facilitates its installation. In addition, the arch also contains motion sensors. These sensors are responsible for adjusting the dose of hydroalcoholic solution required for the size of each distribution trolley to be cleaned. The vaporizers contained in the disinfection arch cover the whole meal distribution trolley with a few drops of hydroalcoholic solution to disinfect each one fully. How to use the disinfection arch The disinfection arch is very simple and quick to use for all trolleys that need to be cleaned and disinfected in a collective distribution establishment. The cart disinfection steps are as follows: This catch-all process allows all meal distribution trolleys to be thoroughly disinfected. What are the advantages of the disinfection arch? The disinfection arch is a piece of equipment that has many advantages for all those who use it. In addition, this arch impacts many areas of the establishment. Ease of use The disinfection arch is very easy to use and install. The material is light and modular. The width of this disinfection tool can be adjusted according to the necessities and the surface of the location it is installed. Indeed, it is a super adaptable tool. Fluidity of work With the disinfection arch, the work of collective catering, prison service or health service staff is lightened. Indeed, there is no longer any need to spend a great deal of time fully cleaning and disinfecting a used trolley. All you have to do is push the trolley under the arch so that bacteria and germs are removed. In this way, staff can save an enormous amount of time as far as work is concerned. The hours that used to be spent cleaning the trolley by hand can be better spent elsewhere. Health guarantee What’s more, the health of all the staff, but also of the people who are served using the meal distribution trolley, is ensured. All microbes and bacteria that were on the trolley are eliminated. There are then fewer risks to everyone’s health.
Expresso: the nomadic trolley ideal for serving breakfast and hot drinks
They say that it is the most important meal of the day, so breakfast should be served in the right way and in the best conditions. To do that, you need to be equipped with a suitable and efficient device, guaranteeing an optimal breakfast service. Using a premium breakfast serving trolley is the best way to surprise your guests and customers. Better still, in fact, if you use a nomadic trolley from a renowned brand, allowing superb service and offering a variety of hot preparations. At Electro Calorique, you are sure to find the nomadic Expresso cart that’s right for you. Using a nomadic Expresso trolley To offer your guests or customers the best service, the nomadic Expresso trolley is essential. It is a device that adapts to all situations and meets all the needs of various establishments. Using the Expresso is the guarantee of an excellent breakfast service. This trolley is what allows your staff to ensure a breakfast service worthy of a large hotel. Its use within your establishment can improve the image of your business as well as its value. The nomadic Expresso trolley designed by Electro Calorique is used to serve the first meal of the day, of course. But, in addition to that, it also offers more than 9 different hot preparations. More precisely, hot drinks can be made available immediately to meet the particular needs of each person to be served. For example: How the Expresso mobile trolley works This trolley has its own characteristics, which distinguish it from other breakfast distribution appliances. Among its particular features is its simple yet effective mode of operation. To use it, simply connect it to a standard electrical outlet and to the water network thanks to the automatic connection provided. One hour later, the mobile trolley is ready to perform your distribution services. From there, you can serve more than 60 25cl cups while enjoying its considerable autonomy . Thanks to its two storage columns and 4 glass doors, the trolley can accommodate 40 GN 1/2 trays. Added to this are compartments ideal for butter, sugar, jam, etc. Advantages of the Expresso nomadic trolley To enjoy the real pleasure of a good breakfast in the morning, the Expresso nomadic trolley is a must for healthcare establishments, hotels, restaurants, etc. Manufactured with cutting edge technology, the Expresso allows you to enjoy the following advantages: Autonomy It can be used independently for 3 hours without connection. Even in the event of a power outage, you can provide quality service to your customers while ensuring hot preparations are at ideal temperatures. Capacity The Expresso trolley has a huge capacity leaving other breakfast and snack trolleys in its wake. Whatever your needs, the Expresso trolley is all you’ll ever need because of its ability to carry around forty trays, around sixty 25cl cups and all the breakfast essentials. Ergonomics The Expresso also stands out for its ergonomics. It promises easy transport and benefits from unparalleled positioning in addition to easy access from both sides. Visibility Its glass doors and minimalist design make the Expresso a trolley with superb visibility. Finding the best Expresso nomadic trolley model for your needs online To get your hands on an Expresso nomadic trolley, all you have to do is check out the online catalog of the leading meal distribution appliance manufacturer: Electro Calorique. There are a number of versions of this trolley to choose from and they are available at discount prices. Each Expresso model has its own unique characteristics. You must determine your needs to know which one to order and use within your establishment. So, make your choice between:
Why choose the BENTO tray distribution trolley?
Meal distribution trolleys are utilized in hospitals every day. Indeed, these devices make it much easier to transport dishes from the kitchen to the patients without losing their organoleptic properties and their heat. As a result, catering services professionals cannot live without them in their efforts to ensure quality service for their patients. Among our range of tray transport trolleys, the BENTO trolley offers a new service experience and a different way of serving. This article will reveal all of the hidden secrets of this innovative trolley. BENTO tray transport trolleys: what are they for? First of all, it is good to know that using meal tray transport trolleys offers a range of advantages. These devices facilitate the transport of food and its distribution. For years, we have not stopped designing and manufacturing innovative systems in order to offer you effective and practical dispensing solutions such as the BENTO range. For distribution in hospitals Distributing meals to patients is part of the daily routine in large public establishments such as hospitals and residential nursing homes for dependent elderly people. Above all, this task requires the deployment of suitable equipment, as well as practical and effective accessories to facilitate the stages of distribution and clearing. Trusting an Electro Calorique solution means you are getting a manufacturer with years of experience in the field, who can offer you the best solution according to your needs and expectations. Why choose the BENTO tray distribution trolley? With its specific trays and colored crockery, this device is ideal for offering a new experience of service and meals on a tray. Do not be fooled by its appearance! Despite its seemingly small tray and containers, the Bento range will surprise you as it is possible to serve exactly the same quantities as traditional containers. Thanks to its adapted crockery and its tray which is 36% smaller than a classic Gastronorm 1/1 tray, you can place two trays per level in a more compact trolley. This type of tray also takes up less space on the patient’s table! Compact and innovative, this type of trolley is easy to use since thanks to its large control screen. This innovative solution makes it possible to reduce the risk of MSDs (musculoskeletal disorders) in your distribution teams, and to avoid food waste. In this case, if you want to enjoy a well-balanced and hot meal, choose Bento.
Ventilated cold: One of the best cooling techniques
Food preservation is a crucial step in the field of gastronomy. Indeed, it is important for each dish to maintain the ideal temperature so that their taste and textures do not deteriorate. By maintaining the correct temperature, consumer health is preserved. Among the cooling techniques there is ventilated cold, which is one of the best means of preservation. Ventilated cooling: what is it? The ventilated cold technique is a technique using air that is protected in a cabin by a fan. The air in the ventilated cooling technique spreads homogeneously in the system where it is used. In this way, all corners are reached. In the distribution trolleys equipped with ventilated cold technology, the temperature remains constant and the quality of the food to be transported is maintained. How does the ventilated cold cooling system work? Electro Calorique, renowned manufacturer of distribution trolleys, has introduced ventilated cold technology to all the equipment it produces. The operation of this technique is quite simple. A ventilated cold diffusion system The ventilated cold is created by a refrigeration unit. This sends the cold temperatures to the distribution trolley via a network of ducts. This type of distribution contributes to a homogeneous distribution of ventilated cold air. The dishes contained in the meal distribution trolley are puffed indirectly without being altered. A fan-cooled cooling system with a well-defined temperature One of the main modes of operation of fan-cooled technology is precise temperature control. The regulation margin for this temperature is +/-1°C depending on the set point provided. A cleaning system The ventilated cold technology consists of an automatic cleaning system. Indeed, the water produced by the cooling technique is intercepted by another secondary circuit which is located in the technical part of the meal distribution trolley. How to use Ventilated cooling technology to preserve food For a better quality of food to be transported on the distribution trolleys with the ventilated cold storage system, several tips and techniques must be followed. You can also use trays to store cheeses and cold meats on your meal distribution trolley equipped with ventilated cold cooling technology. What are the advantages of fan-cooled cooling technology? The distribution trolleys offered by Electro Calorique, equipped with a ventilated cold cooling system, are very efficient trolleys with a host of advantages. Using this technique to preserve food helps maintain the perfect condition of the food. Unlike conventional trolleys, which only contain levels, and which cause a rapid deterioration in the quality of food, these equipped carts make it possible to maintain quality, regardless of the distance to be traveled. Trolleys equipped with this ventilated cold technology also have the benefit of no frequent maintenance being required. This quality of the trolley allows a considerable time saving for all the personnel working in the collective catering services. This ventilated cold storage technology also facilitates the work staff need to do. Indeed, it can transport a large quantity of fresh food without fear that it will degrade on the way. It is thus an innovative solution that reduces the stress of people working in collective catering.
Discover the best cooling technique for transporting food: GLYCOL WATER
In terms of cooling techniques for food transport, the use of glycol water refrigeration is becoming highly preferred, due to its advantages and ergonomics. This technique consists of using water containing glycol as a secondary fluid in the system. The technique is considered the best for transporting food, as it is environmentally friendly and reduces the environmental impacts caused by other systems. Learn more about the glycol system In the glycol system, there is a glycol chiller. The chiller is a machine intended to extract heat from a liquid which will then circulate in a heat exchange in order to cool the equipment. For the glycol system, the glycol is used to cool the chiller. In the glycol chiller, there is a compressor, an evaporator, a condenser, an element that serves as a throttle and an electrical control system. Operation of a glycol water chiller The glycol chiller has its own specific operation. This is because the refrigerant in the chiller consumes the thermal energy of the process and turns into gas. This then circulates to the condenser which sends the heat by condensation and then by evaporation. Indeed, the heat exchange that takes place condenses the refrigerant into a mixture of gas and cold liquid which is sent back to the heating source for the cycle to resume. The water chiller works the same way and needs to go through two steps for the heat transfer to be successful. First, heat enters the condenser water via the refrigerant vapor. Then, the hot water from the condenser is sent to the cooling tower. There, the heat is expelled into the atmosphere. The possibilities of using a glycol chiller The main use of glycol chillers is in the transport of food. Indeed, this technique makes it possible to preserve the quality of the food to be transported and to preserve its taste. Glycol chillers are also used in chemical processing, the pharmaceutical industry and food and beverage processing. In breweries This cooling technique is widely used in the brewery industry. Indeed, it allows the mixture to be cooled by reducing the temperature. It also helps to control fermentation. Also, this system can be used in emergency cooling vessels and pre-packaging. It is also the best technique for storing products. In vineyards In vineyards, the technique of cooling with glycol water is also used in the product fermentation process. It also serves to stabilize the temperature and cool the room. In cider mills Glycol water cooling is also used in cider mills to control fermentation and chill the juice.The final product is also kept cold thanks to this system. In distilleries The system is also used in this field for fermentation and heat removal. In addition, the circulation between the distillation tanks and the stills is controlled by this system. The benefits of the brine-cooling technique The brine-cooling technique helps the environment, due to the low volume of refrigerant in the unit. It also saves energy with its high performance. This system is also very safe, as its chemical properties help it to decrease the volume of refrigerant in the system and thus reduce any risk of leakage. The advantages of glycol water refrigeration This cooling technique is very effective because it: Glycol water cooling has a very high performance coefficient, offering more consistent cooling and consuming less energy than a gas system. Its lifespan is also longer. In addition, the glycol water cooling is silent and does not cause any disturbing noise.
FRENCH SUCCESS – CAPITAL
Whether cold or hot, meal distribution carts are at the heart of the logistics of collective catering establishments. For more than 50 years, Electro Calorique has been innovating and developing specific carts for its customers. A Made in France quality that is exported. Meeting with Jérôme Brossat, President of Electro Calorique. Innovation and listening: the recipe for success? From the very beginning of the company in 1919, and even more so in the 1950s when it specialized in the manufacture of meal distribution carts, Electro Calorique has placed innovation at the center of its development strategy with the mastery of different technological solutions that adapt to the needs of its customers. This unique technicality also allows us to develop specific products for precise needs and opens up international markets.For more than 20 years, we have registered numerous patents, in particular for cold maintenance with different technologies such as glycol water, CO2 or cold by mechanical compression.We also have an exclusive heating technology, the thermocontact. Electro Calorique produces more than 3000 carts per year, 1000 of which are custom-made for its customers. A Made in France know-how that is exported! The group has three production units in France, near Lyon, Clermont-Ferrand and Troyes. More than 90% of our purchases are made in the region. This attachment to local know-how is a strong value and a guarantee of quality. Today, 50% of our sales are exported to some twenty countries. We have just won a major contract in Germany, confirming our position as leader in this country in the hospital meal distribution market. Your development strategy? Over the last 10 years, our activity has doubled to represent today a group turnover of 35 million euros. Our group has 170 employees spread over our three French sites and our subsidiary in Germany. To accelerate our growth abroad and remain close to our customers, we are developing new direct sales subsidiaries. Three branches in Spain, Portugal and Canada will open in 2022. Innovation remains at the heart of this development strategy to serve the best meal at the best time. Journalist : Anne Fèvre | Article published in CAPITAL N°363 – November 2021
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Serve it minute-made ! Solution : EXPRESSO TrolleyFood process : Breakfast and/or snack ImprovementServe hot drinks straight in front patientsUp to 9 different drinks (soups, coffee, cappuccino, hot water, hot chocolate, …)3 hours autonomy, 60 cups of 25cl.