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Commercial Kitchen Planning

Kitchen Display System

A Kitchen Display System (KDS) is a must-have technology while planning a commercial kitchen. KDS basically replaces the technology of old receipt printers by improving the communication of the front staffers with the back ends staffers.

The benefits of a KDS:

i) Efficient communication of food orders placed

ii) Food preparation is faster

3) Smart Oven

The trend of smart appliances in the industry has led to the invention of smart ovens. This helps in cutting labor costs by automating routine tasks.

There are two kinds of smart ovens:

i) Cook and Hold oven

ii) Smart Combi oven

Smart ovens are designed to be energy efficient, reduce labor costs, optimize kitchen space, save money, and increase food safety.

Commercial kitchen planning has had an all-around change in their demand for kitchen appliances because of the changing lifestyle of people of different age groups in the population. Especially the youth who are more drawn towards low-calories, organic and healthy diets. This impacts purchasing of kitchen appliances that are required to prepare these dishes.

The growing use of smart kitchen equipment by the foodservice industry has led to a boost in the demand for commercial kitchen appliances. These smart commercial kitchen equipment are designed with advanced connectivity features and equipped with sensors, which can connect to handheld devices, such as smartphones and tablets or other household devices.

Furthermore, rising awareness amongst the end-use industries regarding the utilization of energy-efficient commercial kitchen equipment is likely to lead to a notable increase in demand for kitchen appliances in the commercial sector. In addition, supportive government regulations promoting energy-efficient commercial kitchen equipment are expected to escalate the sales of commercial kitchen appliances, thus curbing energy consumption.

While planning a commercial kitchen, it is always beneficial to hire experts. The team of kitchen consultants at HPG Consulting combines their wide industry experience with technical knowledge to bring forth effortless solutions to their client’s problems.

The kitchen consultants understand that each commercial kitchen, whether it is present in a bakery, a restaurant, or a hotel kitchen, all require a different set of kitchen layout, kitchen appliances, etc.

That is why the kitchen consultants at HPG Consulting have a collaborative approach to deliver end-to-end kitchen plans for hotels, restaurants, and other businesses involving food services, by conceptualizing the kitchen layout planning and consulting to setting up a remotely-managed kitchen setup. The kitchen consultants take charge of the project completely and deliver as per the client’s expectations.

In short the consultants,

– Assess the client’s needs

– Conceptualize the kitchen layout

– Consider Plumbing and Heating Requirements

– Consider Lightning Options

– Choose kitchen materials

– Procure the right kitchen equipment

HPG Consulting has heralded over many commercial kitchen planning projects in prestigious restaurants and hotels both in India and abroad. That is why they are the most recommended consulting group when it comes to the foodservice industry as they simply the best.

For further information on the latest trends in kitchen appliances for a commercial kitchen, get in touch with a kitchen consultant at HPG Consulting today.

To discuss your requirements and get answers to all your questions, call us at [phone]. You can also fill out our contact form, and we will get in touch as soon as possible.

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Commercial Kitchen Planning

Cooking appliances

Oven, Range, Deep fryer, Grill, Griddles, Holding Equipment, Salamander or Broiler, Toaster, Coffee Brewer

Interesting facts:

The cooking appliance segment is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 7.6% over the forecast period on account of increased demand for combination oven and induction cooktop and cooking range. The induction cooking range comprises an induction cooktop and convection oven that uses convection technology to distribute the heat evenly for faster cooking. Demand for the induction cooking range is expected to increase over the forecast period owing to growing fuel and electricity prices and awareness about the conservation of energy.

In the oven segment, a combination oven, which is a built-in oven with a microwave function, is expected to expand at the highest CAGR of 9.2% during the forecast period.

HPG Consulting has heralded over many commercial kitchen planning projects in prestigious restaurants and hotels both in India and abroad. That is why they are the most recommended consulting group when it comes to the foodservice industry as they simply the best.

For further information on the latest trends in kitchen appliances for a commercial kitchen, get in touch with a kitchen consultant at HPG Consulting today.

To discuss your requirements and get answers to all your questions, call us at [phone]. You can also fill out our contact form, and we will get in touch as soon as possible.

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Commercial Kitchen Planning – How to improve Kitchen performance with better-designed appliances

Commercial Kitchen Planning

The key to success for any commercial kitchen (whether a brand new one or a refurbished one) is the correct selection of kitchen appliances. Each commercial kitchen is unique and requires a different set of appliances.  

Let’s breakdown the typical types of appliances required while planning a commercial kitchen:

1) Cooking appliances

Oven, Range, Deep fryer, Grill, Griddles, Holding Equipment, Salamander or Broiler, Toaster, Coffee Brewer

Interesting facts:

The cooking appliance segment is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 7.6% over the forecast period on account of increased demand for combination oven and induction cooktop and cooking range. The induction cooking range comprises an induction cooktop and convection oven that uses convection technology to distribute the heat evenly for faster cooking. Demand for the induction cooking range is expected to increase over the forecast period owing to growing fuel and electricity prices and awareness about the conservation of energy.

In the oven segment, a combination oven, which is a built-in oven with a microwave function, is expected to expand at the highest CAGR of 9.2% during the forecast period.

2) Refrigeration and storage appliances

Refrigerator, Freezer, Ice Machine, Beverage Dispenser

Interesting Facts:  

In 2016, refrigerators accounted for almost 45% of the commercial kitchen equipment market revenue share.

In 2019, the refrigerator segment accounted for the largest revenue share of over 40.0% and is expected to witness substantial growth over the forecast period. The growing need for food preservation owing to changing climatic conditions is contemplating the end customers to deploy refrigerator with state-of-the-art technologies. Thus, the growing emphasis on advancements in refrigeration technologies is expected to boost the demand for refrigerators during the forecast period.

3) Storage equipment

Shelving, Bussing, and utility cart, Sheet Pan Racks, Food Storage, Containers, Drying Racks, Dunning Racks

4) Food prep appliances

Food processors, Prep Tables, Mixers, Grinders, Blenders.

5) Small ware

Knives, Cutting Board, Mixing Bowls, Pans, Pots, Whisks, Food pans, etc.

6) Janitorial Equipment

Microfiber cloths and cleaning rags, 3 compartment sink, Foodservice chemicals, and sanitizers, Trash cans and recycling bins, Mops and mop buckets, Wet floor signs, Scrubbers and sponges, Restroom supplies, Brooms and dustpans, and Cleaning chemical buckets.

According to a report by reportbuyer.com, The global commercial kitchen appliances/ equipment market is expected to reach USD 112.47 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc.

Increasing demand for a well-designed commercial kitchen in the foodservice industry has led to the rise of technology-driven upgrades.

Here are some latest technological upgrades while planning a commercial kitchen:

1) Remote Controlled Kitchen

A remotely controlled kitchen is a kitchen where a network of physical appliances and devices that use a digital connection interact with each other. It is called the Internet of Things.

The Internet of Things (IoT)  technology can be used to create a smart, remotely controlled kitchen.

The benefits of IoT are as follows:

i) Lower labor costs

ii) Improved customer experience

iii) Mental peace

2) Kitchen Display System

A Kitchen Display System (KDS) is a must-have technology while planning a commercial kitchen. KDS basically replaces the technology of old receipt printers by improving the communication of the front staffers with the back ends staffers.

The benefits of a KDS:

i) Efficient communication of food orders placed

ii) Food preparation is faster

3) Smart Oven

The trend of smart appliances in the industry has led to the invention of smart ovens. This helps in cutting labor costs by automating routine tasks.

There are two kinds of smart ovens:

i) Cook and Hold oven

ii) Smart Combi oven

Smart ovens are designed to be energy efficient, reduce labor costs, optimize kitchen space, save money, and increase food safety.

Commercial kitchen planning has had an all-around change in their demand for kitchen appliances because of the changing lifestyle of people of different age groups in the population. Especially the youth who are more drawn towards low-calories, organic and healthy diets. This impacts purchasing of kitchen appliances that are required to prepare these dishes.

The growing use of smart kitchen equipment by the foodservice industry has led to a boost in the demand for commercial kitchen appliances. These smart commercial kitchen equipment are designed with advanced connectivity features and equipped with sensors, which can connect to handheld devices, such as smartphones and tablets or other household devices.

Furthermore, rising awareness amongst the end-use industries regarding the utilization of energy-efficient commercial kitchen equipment is likely to lead to a notable increase in demand for kitchen appliances in the commercial sector. In addition, supportive government regulations promoting energy-efficient commercial kitchen equipment are expected to escalate the sales of commercial kitchen appliances, thus curbing energy consumption.

While planning a commercial kitchen, it is always beneficial to hire experts. The team of kitchen consultants at HPG Consulting combines their wide industry experience with technical knowledge to bring forth effortless solutions to their client’s problems.

The kitchen consultants understand that each commercial kitchen, whether it is present in a bakery, a restaurant, or a hotel kitchen, all require a different set of kitchen layout, kitchen appliances, etc.

That is why the kitchen consultants at HPG Consulting have a collaborative approach to deliver end-to-end kitchen plans for hotels, restaurants, and other businesses involving food services, by conceptualizing the kitchen layout planning and consulting to setting up a remotely-managed kitchen setup. The kitchen consultants take charge of the project completely and deliver as per the client’s expectations.

In short the consultants,

– Assess the client’s needs

– Conceptualize the kitchen layout

– Consider Plumbing and Heating Requirements

– Consider Lightning Options

– Choose kitchen materials

– Procure the right kitchen equipment

HPG Consulting has heralded over many commercial kitchen planning projects in prestigious restaurants and hotels both in India and abroad. That is why they are the most recommended consulting group when it comes to the foodservice industry as they simply the best.

For further information on the latest trends in kitchen appliances for a commercial kitchen, get in touch with a kitchen consultant at HPG Consulting today.

To discuss your requirements and get answers to all your questions, call us at [phone]. You can also fill out our contact form, and we will get in touch as soon as possible.

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Commercial Laundry Equipment – A Complete Guide

Commercial Laundry –

Commercial laundry is a laundering method where the process of washing and cleaning of hotel linen is done on an off-site premise.

It is a model based on a contract between the client hotel Commercial laundry management when leased by the client hotel to the commercial laundry company has numerous benefits. Let’s see what they are:

1) Size of equipment: Commercial launderers have facilities that are equipped with industrial-sized washers, dryers, and pressing machines that can manage the large bulk of dirty/soiled linen in a short time, efficiently. This is especially beneficial for the client hotel because the heavy costs of investing in space and types of equipment are avoided.  

2) Time is vital: Managing commercial laundry get’s easier because Commercial launderers have a system designed to track pick-ups and drop-offs of the linen from the client hotel, on specific days and times.

 3) Cost-Efficient: The commercial launderers thanks to their set-up facilities can accommodate a large bulk of linen, deliver the clean and finished outcome at a cost-effective which works in favor of the client hotel. 

4) High-Efficiency: Timely pick-up and delivery of the cleaned linen, combined with the accountability of each item, inspection to maintain quality control, and a streamlined process makes commercial laundry management a highly efficient system to follow.

 5) Tracking makes life easy: Due to the use of RFID microchips and barcode tags, the management of commercial laundry gets easier for the commercial launderers and the client hotels, as tracking of the linen is possible. This method also helps in tracking whether unnecessary resources are not being wasted on replacements and repairs. 

6) Effective systems in place: Commercial laundry management is easy because of effective systems in place where the laundry processes take place because of the use of advanced equipment and technology such as: 

i) Precision water temperature control, 

ii) precise and computerized detergent release 

iii) automated wash cycles that cut the processing time of large bulk of the laundries and deliver high-quality results. 

 7) Quality is guaranteed: The presence of standardized processes and quality control systems in place that is dictated by the industry protocols guarantees a certain level of cleanliness of the linens. Pieces of equipment that are present in commercial laundry management facilities are as follows:

 8) Laundering Equipment: 

i) Industrial sized washing machines

 ii) Wash-cum-centrifuge and extractors

 iii) Hydro-extractors 

9) Pressing Equipment:

 i) Flat-bed press 

ii) Flatwork ironers 

iii) Calendars

 iv) Steam-Press 

v) Spotting Units 

vi) Folding Machines 

vii) Steam cabinets 

10) Dry-Clean Equipment: 

i) Carts

 ii) Trolleys 

iii) Sacks 

A brief view of the process involved in the commercial laundry: Pre-Washing: The collection of the linen is done by the launderers from the client hotel. The transportation of linen, sorting, and weighing is done at the commercial laundry facility. Washing: Segregation of the linen can determine what wash would be required. More soiled linen would require a more intensive treatment as compared to the less soiled one. Rinsing and Hydro-extraction: Once the linen is washed, it needs to be rinsed and further excess water needs to be removed. Finishing: This involves the drying of the linen, ironing, folding, storing, and finally transferring the clean, laundered linen to the client hotel. Commercial laundry management is of paramount importance for both hotels and commercial laundry set-ups. That is why there is a pressing demand for a commercial laundry management consultant to help hotels and commercial laundry set-ups run their operations smoothly. Commercial laundry management consultants are trained personnel belonging to consulting companies that help set up the foundation of commercial laundry. The consultants analyze, plan facilities, process improvement, and manage the entire project. India’s best commercial laundry management consultants who have successfully help hotels manage their commercial laundry and have helped commercial laundry set-ups run efficiently and effectively belong to HPG Consulting. The consultants at HPG are trusted for their abilities to offer simplified consulting and planning services that include planning, designing, construction, operation, and staff training, for hotels, laundry businesses, and similar organizations. The Commercial laundry management consultants analyze the client hotel and commercial laundry set-ups requirements and design custom solutions catering to the precise need. All solutions offered by the consultants at HPG Consulting have the backing of solid industry knowledge and expertise.  HPG Consulting with a vast knowledge of commercial laundry is beneficial for both hotel and commercial laundry set-ups. The consultants at HPG, help their clients set-up and streamline overall laundry operations. The consultants analyze the location of the commercial laundry set-up, design the laundry room and layout, gauge the utility requirement of the set-up and give a precise number of investments required to establish and support the operations of the commercial laundry set-up. Since cost is a big factor involved here, the commercial laundry management consultants help their clients review their linen programs, check inventory procedures and study ordering patterns, evaluate the chemical program and related formulae, check the capability of the installed equipment. For client hotels, selection of the linen according to blends, yarn count, and size. The consultants also offer their expertise in reviewing the skills of the employees and gauge the productivity and efficiency through their metrics. Employee training in running equipment at commercial laundry set-ups is also undertaken by the consultants. Hiring a consulting company such as HPG Consulting and working alongside their consultants can help hotels and commercial laundry set-ups achieve their desired goals. HPG Consulting provides world-class commercial laundry planning services, where advance planning tools and techniques are utilized to ensure the delivery of a high-quality service. The services delivered at HPG adhere to domestic and international quality standards. Benefits of Hiring HPG Consulting: 

1) New laundry business planning

2) Expansion or renovation of existing business

3) Market and technical feasibility analysis

4) Workflow and operational analysis

5) Document Preparation

6) Energy rebates and tax incentives

7) Energy conservation studies, planning’s, and recommendations

8) Labor and Workforce Management

9) Equipment Expansion

10) Cost and ROI Analysis For more concise information on commercial laundry management, get in touch with an HPG Consultant today. There are a few solutions in the market that have shown considerable success, with the only drawback being they may be slightly more expensive. Considering all these factors, planning laundry solutions for your operation is an intensive task. A professional consultant will be indispensable in guiding you through these decisions. Drop a line or drop by at HPG Consulting, the leader in commercial laundry planning, commercial kitchen planning, and waste management. 

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Commercial kitchens are designed for smoothening the food production process at a larger scale where all safety standards to produce the food are met

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The Basics Of Commercial Kitchen Equipment

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The Basics Of Commercial Kitchen Equipment

When buying out equipment for your kitchen, it’s important to understand the constraints you’ll be working with: Your budget, the space in the area, the type of cuisine that’s being served and the skill level of your staff (who are going to be using it constantly.

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Commercial Kitchen Planning & Consulting 

 Creating a successful commercial kitchen design layout involves blending solid design principles and individual kitchen components in an effective manner, both in terms of operations as well as costing. Planning the layout and design of the kitchen in accordance with the latest food service concepts, including commissary, bakery & confectionary, finishing kitchens, cold kitchens and service bars, determining the specific requirement of cold storage, dishwashing, vertical and horizontal service movements is our forte.

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Commercial Kitchen Planning & Consulting

Ready to set up your your hotel or restaurant kitchen, but not sure where to start? We, at HPG Consulting, can help. We understand that every foodservice establishment is unique and operates differently from others. Aligned with the understanding and equipped with extensive experience in kitchen planning & consulting, our team of commercial kitchen consultants can help you set up a customized commercial kitchen that meets the required standards of efficiency, quality and compliance. Our team of experienced kitchen consultants have an in-depth knowledge and hands on experience in the food services industry and are abreast with the latest developments in the field, which helps us ensure you get nothing but the best possible solution that is perfectly aligned with your needs.

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Waste Management Planning & Consulting

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Commercial Kitchen Planning & Consulting