Posted on January 17 2018
In today’s restaurants, hotels, hospitals and institutions, the kitchen is the heart and soul of the workplace. Never has there been such technologically advanced equipment and innovative tools to keep operators productive, efficient, and meticulously precise in the back of the house. Brands like Alto-Shaam have been pioneers in this movement, engineering and manufacturing equipment that is boldly innovative, and yet easy to operate. Furthermore, in this age of ecological awareness, Alto-Shaam continues to create equipment that is conscious of its footprint, while saving time, energy and costs for the end user.
Alto-Shaam Versatility
A Quick Thumbnail Sketch of Alto Shaam’s Story
Alto-Shaam’s founder, Jerry Maahs, entered the industry as one of the first Chicken Delight franchise units in the 1950s. As the chain expanded to home delivery, Maahs sought out a way to keep food hot, particularly in the wintertime. By the 1960s, Maahs learned about thermal heating cables. He discovered that when wrapped around the oven cavity, they provided gentle, even heat to the product within it. This led to the introduction of Halo Heat, which nearly sixty years later is a staple to the brand’s product line today. And so, in many ways, Alto-Shaam’s beginnings were driven by innovation. By the 1970s, Alto-Shaam introduced their Cook & Hold ovens which provide low temperature overnight cooking. By the 1980s, the brand had moved beyond low temperature cooking and introduced Combi Ovens to their line, becoming one of the first U.S. manufacturers of this type of equipment. Today, Jerry’s son and daughter run the company and continue to take Alto-Shaam to the forefront of the industry.
What Does Alto-Shaam Manufacture?
Alto-Shaam manufactures a full line of commercial kitchen equipment with products that cook, hold, and serve & more. Below is a breakdown of the most popular equipment:
Why Should I Buy Ovens, Chillers, Rotisseries, From Alto-Shaam Over Another Brand?
There’s a reason that people all over the world have Alto-Shaam equipment in their kitchens. First is the quality manufacturing, the technological innovation, and the versatile design. Alto-Shaam units can cook, hold, display and chill, to name a few. For nearly 60 years, the brand has been pioneering solutions for commercial kitchens and helping to create profitable businesses. (Should you need some more convincing, take a look at the long list of equipment awards and Best in Class ratings that the brand is honored with year after year.) Though more expensive upfront than other options, the food created from an Alto-Shaam is better tasting, not to mention the equipment is designed with eco-efficiency in mind. Their products will save you considerably in the years after your investment.
Alto-Shaam’s product line helps operators and end users re-imagine performance. It helps them to elevate their menus and to meet the demands of their market. Each unit is equipped with unparalleled innovation and technology for consistent, flavorful results time after time.
Why Should I Buy Alto-Shaam From Superior?
Superior has been a partner in the foodservice industry since 1988. Our tenure over the years has allowed us to secure strong partnerships with manufacturers like Alto-Shaam. In addition to having the most competitive prices on the market, we also offer financing on all of the Alto-Shaam on our website.
Is Alto-Shaam “Green?”
Alto-Shaam’s commitment to the environment reaches far back, way before the waves of “green” thinking were main stream. In the 1960s, Alto-Shaam’s founder, Jerry Maahs, innovated the brand’s ‘Halo-Heat’ technology. This essentially replaces the convention of fan-driven heat with a slow, motionless, low-temperature heat in the oven cavity. The result is a cooking process that doesn’t dry out or shrink the food or zap it of its flavor. Instead, it retains moisture, naturally tenderizes meats, locks in flavors, plus a whole lot more. Today, this innovation is ubiquitous to the brand. And while it may result in better tasting food, it also results in energy efficiency. Alto-Shaam has found that excessive water and energy aren’t required to make quality food, and so by efficiently using the two resources, they can control not only the quality of their menu, but also their bottom line. Alto-Shaam’s Cook & Hold Ovens can cook a load of food overnight for less than $1 of electricity. Best yet, because these ovens have such low emissions, they don’t require a hood. (A hood generally costs $2 per hour when in operation, which can quickly turn into $30 per day savings!) The bottom line: The company is committed to sustainability in all of their products.
What Markets Can I Find Alto-Shaam In?
Casinos, universities, catering companies and banquets, hotels, full service restaurants, quick service and fast casual restaurants, correctional facilities, K-12, convenience stores, supermarkets, and more. Alto-Shaam has a huge product selection ranging in size and task and can be found in all different foodservice businesses, large and small.
Let us help you find an Alto-Shaam solution for your kitchen. Our team of commercial kitchen experts are available by phone from Monday through Friday 8 AM to 6 PM Central Standard Time. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you find the right unit for your business. Please call Mike Mahmood to set up a demo.
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