All Equipment News articles – Page 67
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Standing ovation
Dresser Wayne, the retail fuelling business of US manufacturer Dresser, Inc, has launched a new high-tech petrol pump with integrated multi-media display.The stylish Global Ovation iX fuel dispenser, unveiled last month in Warsaw, Poland, has a video display to show ads as customers fill up at the pumps. Other features ...
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Easier filtration
Lincat has added two powerful new fryers with built-in oil filtration to its heavy duty Opus 700 cooking equipment range. The new products are designed to save money by extending the life of cooking oil by up to 50%.The fryers are variants of the popular Opus 700 electric models - ...
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Compact scales
Avery Berkel has launched a range of counter service scales aimed at smaller independent retailers.The IM range is available in five models designed to fit any counter or checkout area and includes a compact hanging scale.Greg Astill, product manager at the company, says: "The IM range is easy to install, ...
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Key to safer storage
Securikey is expanding its product offering by introducing a range of high security deep key cabinets aimed at forecourt stores.The cabinets in the Automotive range are designed to store items such as mobile phones, keys, money and alarm fobs safely but also conveniently.The company says the longer hooks in ...
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Grab one of these
Musgrave Retail Partners GB have brought out a "Grab and Go" unit to hold spirit bottles, mixers and bagged snacks.The company worked with drinks group Diageo to create the design for the three-tiered stand which is aimed at driving sales at its Budgens and Londis stores.In trial runs, retailers told ...
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Very good grilling
Lincat has launched a range of contact/panini grills as part of its new generation of Lynx 400 electric, counter-top cooking equipment.Lincat says the grills are perfect for toasted sandwiches and paninis because the new models heat up quickly and have excellent heat retention with precise thermostatic control. There are ...
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Coinstar expansion
Somerfield has teamed up with Coinstar E-Payment Services to roll out its Gift Card programme throughout its UK forecourts.Shoppers are able to choose from a selection of gift cards from top high street names such as Debenhams and the Arcadia Group.Coinstar managing director, Mohit Davar, says the deal ...
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More from your mobile
Visa Europe is trialling the 02 Wallet in the UK to examine the use of mobile phones to make purchases, access events or be used as Oyster cards for travel around London - simply by touching the phone to a reader.The six-month trial - which involves more than 500 people ...
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Compact printer
Kodak has introduced an entry-level kiosk to offer smaller stores its self-service digital picture printing. The Kodak Picture Kiosk GS Compact is aimed at outlets with a print demand of 30-50 prints a day. The machine is a small, countertop unit which is simple to install and offers 4"x6", 5"x7" ...
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Coffee for a quid
Somerfield has teamed up with Simply Coffee to provide coffee at 100 of its forecourts.The company has already installed 60 of its espresso machines in Somerfield forecourts around the UK, and the remaining 40 will be on site in the next few weeks.Each unit sells fresh, gourmet Arabica coffee from ...
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Ring the changes
Scotsman Beverage Systems is launching its Ice Bell chiller in the UK.The Ice Bell is an illuminated, open-topped unit which is shaped like a soft drinks bell glass.It is 1m tall and designed to be an eye-catching alternative to the traditional chillers.Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE) is currently trialling it in Moto ...
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A safe and sound solution
Retailers can cut noise pollution at forecourts with a solution from Environ Technologies.The acoustic enclosure specialist provides units to shield machinery via its Modula system.The company’s solution was recently used at a site in Marple, Cheshire, where air conditioning units and a fan were proposed for the rear of a ...
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Hot new machine
Retailers can bring a taste of the Continent to their forecourt with a new hot chocolate maker.Ciocchino is a thick hot chocolate made with quality ingredients and is aimed at the adult market.It comes in classic Guayaquil dark chocolate or extra bitter Cuba varieties.The dispenser is easy to use - ...
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Improved dispensing
Gilbarco Veeder-Root’s SK700 fuel dispenser has been improved with the launch of the SK700-II version. It is the result of a development process that combined in-depth feedback from customers, field service companies and distribution partners, with state-of-the-art technological advances, according to Charndeep Khattar, who is responsible for the company’s dispenser ...
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Award winner
Westomatic Vending Services has been named Equipment Supplier of the Year 2007 by Associated Vending Services (AVS), a major national network of vending operators.AVS chief executive, Brian Tustain, said: "Westomatic is getting it right on a number of fronts - design, reliability and function."It also addresses a number of ...
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Keeping a lid on it
Keep food spillage at bay with the Enterpack EHQ-200 machine. The counter-top automatic sealing system provides retailers with a no-spill, transparent, airtight seal on trays containing hot and cold food-to-go.The compact machine works by sealing containers in seconds with a clear film, which comes in easy-peel and weld-seal options. It ...
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Official green scheme
Going green isn’t only good for the environment - it can also be good for your bank balance too.DEFRA and HM Customs & Excise have introduced a new scheme aimed at encouraging more businesses to invest in water-saving technology.The Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) initiative lets companies claim 100% first year ...
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Drive-off deterrent
Ranger Services aims to crack down on drive-offs with its new automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system.The company uses the same technology as in its car park management system - where specialist ANPR cameras decipher the vehicle registration mark on vehicles.The system allows ’one touch reporting’, meaning staff only need ...
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Catering for you
Brakes Catering Supplies has launched an equipment warehouse website for retailers.The online ordering service at [http://www.brakescew.co.uk] offers exclusive deals and competitive prices.The light equipment range includes glassware, cutlery, crockery, clothing and janitorial supplies. Also available is a full range of cookers, washware, refrigeration, food display, many backed by extended warranties.Retailers ...
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Waste not want not
Retailers are being encouraged to check out a website offering advice on dealing with waste.Businesses can get the latest tips and information on issues such as preventing and dealing with fly-tipping and how to reduce the amount of waste generated.There is also advice from regulators like the Environment Agency on ...