Sustainable commercial kitchen equipment

Cooking sustainably is not only good for the environment. Eco-friendly commercial cooking appliances save time, money and labour. Smart appliances in fast food restaurants are saving on the cost of oil through advanced filtration methods. Dishwashers in aged care facilities are saving water and detergent. Restaurants are saving on labour with pre-programmed smart ovens.

Why sustainable kitchen equipment is essential in restaurants

Cooking sustainably makes sense. Not only is it good for the environment, but it also cuts down on waste. That means using resources more efficiently, which can also have other benefits.

Cooking on burners where the heat is directed to the pot, instead of the room, saves energy and cooks quicker. But, it also improves working conditions, especially on a hot summer day.

Space-saving ovens use less energy. They also save you space in your kitchen. That means more usable bench space for food prep and space for staff to move safely.

The latest technology is used to design and build commercial kitchen equipment. But these brands are also committed to building these appliances in a sustainable way.

RATIONAL iCombi ovens save energy, space and oil 

Grill, roast, bake and steam more efficiently than conventional ovens in one cooking appliance. The iCombi uses 18 percent less energy than pre-2016 combi steamers. It also uses a whopping 95 percent less oil than traditional cooking appliances.

The iCombi recognises the size of the food and the load size. You can load different dishes together, which saves time and space. The iCombi can identify the condition of the product, too. It can adjust the cooking time and conditions appropriately to how you want the finished product, reducing food waste and overproduction. The triple glazed door reduces heat loss. You save heat energy, and your staff work in a comfortable environment.

The oven can also clean itself in only 12 minutes. The smart iCareSystem saves water, and even the phosphate-free tablets are eco-friendly.

The RATIONAL brand commits to sustainability. They aim to reduce the energy and resource footprint in commercial kitchens worldwide. Energy-efficient sales logistics, low-energy building and appliance recycling programs are all big ticks for the planet.

RATIONAL iVario saves water and energy with intelligent heating

Boil pasta, pan fry stew or deep fry prawns efficiently in the iVario. The iVario uses up to 40 percent less energy. The ceramic heating elements distribute heat evenly across the entire pan base and up to the outside edges. So, cooking is faster. Boil 8 kg pasta in 4 minutes or sear 12kg of chicken in only 5 minutes. 

Each heating element has an intelligent sensor, giving you up to 50 percent more searing capacity. 

Food won’t stick to the pan or boil over. You’ll save an average of 15 percent on raw materials such as meat, fish and poultry thanks to the iVario’s precise regulation. 

Save up to 70 percent on water. Water is automatically filled to the amount needed. So, there’s no water lost through over filling.  Heavy water is no longer carried around the kitchen. Energy isn’t wasted heating water you don’t need.  

The pan can be divided into four separate units. So, you can cook different products at the same time. Otherwise, save energy by simply heating the section you need. 

Frymaster saves you energy and oil 

Frymaster deep fryers can increase the life of your cooking oil by up to 50 percent. The self-filtration system keeps oil fresher for longer by sensing when oil needs to be filtered. Frymaster takes out the guesswork. You no longer risk cooking in old oil or throwing away fresh oil. 

You also use less oil in each fry pot. The Frymaster 15L FilterQuick fryers cook the same amount as 25L fryers. Use 40 percent less oil and 10 percent less energy. As you’re purchasing less oil, less oil packaging goes to refill. 

Cooking consistently with clean, fresh oil means a high quality product and less food wastage.  

Comenda dishwashers save water, detergent and energy

Commercial kitchens use a lot of water, especially when cleaning. Comenda Prime Line dishwashers use a double water blade to reduce water and energy use by 25 percent. As less water is used, the dishwasher uses 25 percent less detergent, too. 

It does this by retaining the steam. Heat and moisture are not lost to your kitchen environment. The Comenda CRC heat recovery steam condenser turns the steam back to water to preheat the incoming cold water. 

Save energy, water and money. And ensure your kitchen is a comfortable work environment for your staff. 

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