OVENS, GRILLS AND BARBECUES

RATIONAL UK

RATIONAL UK

Premium Supplier 10th September 2024
RATIONAL UK

RATIONAL UK

Premium Supplier

OVENS, GRILLS AND BARBECUES

1. What are the latest technology advancements or innovations in commercial ovens, grills and barbeques?

Transitioning to modern intelligent cooking systems offers numerous benefits in professional kitchens: reduced energy consumption, time savings, and cost-cutting, while maintaining high-quality results.

RATIONAL's iCombi Pro combi-steamer embodies this advancement with four intelligent functions, boosting productivity by 50%, cutting cooking times by 10%, and reducing energy usage by 10% compared to its predecessor—all without compromising quality, even during peak hours.

The iCombi Pro can cook multiple dishes simultaneously, ideal for busy establishments prioritising speed and consistency. With precise temperature and humidity control, RATIONAL ensures consistent cooking results, preserving the quality and taste of dishes.
ConnectedCooking, RATIONAL's digital kitchen management solution, enables remote monitoring and control, recipe management, and HACCP data documentation. This enhances kitchen management, ensuring consistent quality and transparency, even when the chef is away.
User-friendly interfaces and innovations like the iCareSystem AutoDose autonomous cleaning system, for the iCombi Pro tabletop units simplify operations, empowering operators to focus on creating delicious food with reduced waste and increased profit margins.

2. What should restaurateurs consider when looking to procure such equipment (purpose, maintenance, products, etc.)?

As well as considering the price of the RATIONAL Maintenance Packages, operators should consider the potential impacts of downtime to their business. Should they wish to find out more they can get in touch to receive as free estimate and discuss their individual service needs with a RATIONAL specialist, based on day-to-day kitchen operations.

3. Any top tips to help operators ensure their kit runs efficiently for as long as possible?

A breakdown of a crucial appliance can lead to severe disruption. To mitigate such risks, it's essential to invest in reliable service and maintenance for your equipment. RATIONAL Service Maintenance packages ensure that cooking systems remains in optimal condition at a reasonable cost. With regular planned maintenance, the likelihood of unplanned downtime is significantly minimised.
By lessening the probability of breakdowns, operators can also minimise the chances of facing costly repairs. RATIONAL offers comprehensive packages that include the exchange of defined wear and tear parts, further mitigating unforeseen expenses. These packages can be tailored to fit individual financial needs, whether paid monthly, yearly, or upfront.
Regular maintenance can also extend the lifecycle of cooking systems, reducing the frequency of equipment replacements for operators.


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