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Food Service Equipment All commercial kitchens require a variety of food service equipment to function properly and produce meals efficiently. Some key types of equipment that should be considered include refrigeration, cooking, food preparation, dishwashing, and storage equipment. Refrigeration is essential for keeping food fresh and safe. Commercial refrigerators and freezers in various sizes are needed for storing raw and prepared ingredients at the proper temperatures. Walk-in coolers and freezers provide large-capacity refrigerated storage. Glass-door merchandisers display food attractively while maintaining safe temperatures. Cooking equipment forms the core of any commercial kitchen operation. Stoves, ovens, fryers, and grills are used for basic cooking functions. Stoves provide burners for pots and pans, while ovens bake and roast foods. Fryers cook with oil or other fat at precise temperatures. Grills sear meats and other proteins. Specialty items like combi ovens combine ...

Shavers   From manual to electric: The long journey Shaving has come a long way from using manual razors to the advanced electric shavers available today. What started as a simple blade on a handle has transformed into a high-tech grooming device. Let's take a look at some of the major milestones in shaver evolution. Manual razors The first recorded shavers date back to ancient Egyptian and Romans who used seashells, stones, and sharpened bronze and copper blades for shaving. In the late 18th century, the first modern folding safety razor was invented in England, marking the beginning of dedicated shaving tools. These were single-edged, disposable blades that had to be stropped or honed frequently for a close shave. While effective, the process was time-consuming. The invention of the Gillette Safety Razor In the early 20th century, King Camp Gillette revolutionized shaving with the invention of the Gillette Safety Razor which used thin, cheap double-edge blades. The safety gu...

Halal Food What is Halal Food? Halal food refers to food products that Muslims are allowed to consume according to Islamic dietary laws. Halal is an Arabic word meaning permissible or lawful. For food to be considered halal, the food item must be clean, healthy and nutritious. It must not contain any component that Muslims are prohibited from consuming according to Sharia law. Halal Food Preparation Standards There are specific standards that must be followed in order to prepare and process halal food. Animals slaughtered for halal meat production must be alive and healthy at the time of slaughter. The animal must be slaughtered by a Muslim individual who recites a prayer asking for Allah's blessings upon the animal. The slaughter method, known as dhabihah or zabiha, requires a swift blade to the throat that causes minimal suffering to the animal. Blood must be drained from the carcass post-slaughter. Halal Food preparation standards also prohibit the use of alcohol in cookin...

Instant Noodles The Origins of Instant Noodles Instant noodles were invented in 1958 by Momofuku Ando while working for Nissin Food Products Co., Ltd. in Japan. Ando had the idea to create an affordable, easily prepared noodle product after being inspired by Chinese fried noodles. His first instant noodle product was called "Chicken Ramen" and was an immediate success in Japan. The key innovation was developing a pre-cooking and dehydrating process that allowed the noodles to be cooked quickly by just adding hot water. This made instant noodles extremely convenient when compared to traditional noodles that required boiling for several minutes. Within a few years, Nissin had begun exporting instant noodles globally and the popularity started growing around the world. Rise of Instant Noodles in Asia Asian countries were some of the earliest adopters of instant noodles outside of Japan. Countries like Indonesia, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and China saw instant noodles spr...

  Blister Packaging What is Blister Packaging? Blister packaging is a term used to describe plastic packaging with a cavity or pocket that is usually made of aluminum foil, plastic, or paperboard to hold an item. A paper or plastic backing is heat sealed or cold formed over the blister to retain the product. This type of packaging provides visibility for products and helps prevent damage and tampering. Benefits of Blister Packaging Protection Against Damage: The sturdy plastic or foil that forms the cavity protects products from damage caused by vibration and shock during transportation and handling. It prevents crushing and contamination that can occur with other packaging types. Visibility and Product Promotion: Blister Packaging prominently display products through clear plastic windows. This allows consumers to easily view items before purchase and helps promote branding and product information on the package. Tamper Evidence: Many blister packs have been designed wi...

Adhesive Tapes Introduction to Adhesive Tapes Adhesive tapes, also known as pressure-sensitive tapes, are flexible bonding materials consisting of an adhesive coated onto a backing material such as cloth, plastic film or paper. The adhesive is bonded to one side of the backing, while the other side is left free of adhesive coating so that it can be easily applied to any surface. Types of Adhesive Tapes Packaging Tapes Packaging tapes are one of the most common types of adhesive tapes used for sealing and securing packages during shipping and storage. Some key packaging tapes include packing tapes, filament tapes and strapping tapes. Packing tapes are used for closing cardboard boxes and cartons. Filament tapes have strong adhesive and are used for heavy-duty applications like securing pallets. Strapping tapes are used with plastic strap to bundle items together. Duct Tapes Duct tapes, also known as duck tapes, are cloth or foil backed adhesive tapes often used for sealing and repai...

Industrial Hand Protection Gloves Our hands are one of the most important and versatile parts of our body. They allow us to perform a wide variety of tasks every day. However, this also means that our hands are regularly exposed to potential hazards in various work environments. To protect hands from cuts, burns, chemicals and other occupational injuries, proper hand protection through gloves is essential. Why are Gloves Important? Our hands are vulnerable to getting injured if they are exposed to risks at the workplace. Some common industrial hazards that gloves help protect against include: - Mechanical risks: Getting hands caught in or cut by machines, tools and equipment poses a serious risk of lacerations or amputations. Gloves can shield hands from such risks. - Thermal risks: Extreme heat from welding, cutting or soldering and extreme cold from working in refrigerated areas can cause burns or frostbite on bare hands. Heat-resistant and thermally insulated gloves provide protec...