Thursday 12 January 2017

Lockharts Conference 2017


Lockhart's Conference 2017

R H Hall will be attending the Lockharts Conference at Celtic Manor, Newport on the 20th January 2017. Make sure you come and visit our stand to find out more about our key brand catering equipment and be in with the chance of winner a Sharp Speaker.

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Press Information Contact: Emma Smith-  emma.smith@rhhall.com - 01296 663400

R H Hall, Hallco House, Beacon Court, Pitstone Green Business Park, Pitstone, Beds, LU7 9GY
T: 01296 663400 F: 01296 663401 E: sales@rhhall.com W: www.rhhall.com

Friday 6 January 2017

Catering Equipment: SLTN January 2017

CATERING EQUIPMENT FEATURE
SLTN - 19TH JANUARY 2017

Please attributes any quotes to Kris Brearley, Sales Director, R H Hall

What would you consider to be kitchen equipment staples?
Requirements can vary dependent on the size of kitchen and throughput of the operation – but as a minimum sites should consider an oven and microwave to ensure that all baking and reheating tasks are met. Add to this an induction hob for further instant heat and also consider complementary pieces such as Panini Grills, Rice Cookers and Soup Kettles – which can all be essential, depending on menu offering and of course space/budget restrictions. Where space is particularly tight, microwaves can offer an affordable and versatile solution, allowing for a quick and easy food offering. Microwaves are able to reheat a vast range of foods at speed and will enhance any kitchen. The Sharp range start from medium duty 1000W machines at entry level, ranging up to Extra Heavy Duty 1900W models for high output users. A choice of manual or programmable controls provide a solution for all requirements. Also worth considering is a combination microwave, which uses convection and grill functions to enhance the speed offering of a microwave. Capable of providing a ‘kitchen in a box’, the versatility of these machines allows caterers to do much more than reheat food – even pastry products can be cooked with great results. The Maestrowave Combi Chef 7 provides an 1150W microwave with 1800W grill and convection oven, which can be used in a variety of combinations to achieve the desired result. A video explaining the features and benefits of combination cooking and the Combi Chef 7 can be seen on our website – www.rhhall.com

What impact can the right equipment have on the running of a commercial kitchen?
Regardless of size or duty, sturdy manufacture is a ‘must’ and therefore you should choose a well-known brand - anything else won’t perform or last. Many cheaper imports are flooding into the UK and it can be tempting to go down this route, but unknowingly to many, a lot of this equipment doesn’t have any product conformity standards and the back-up of a full warranty. Choose a leading brand with an established reputation for good quality, durability and reliability. These brands usually build in great operational features too, which should always be considered. Equipment that is multi-functional and versatile is ideal and where space is at a premium, units with a small footprint can help save valuable space – as can those that can stack, one on top of the other. Look at the running costs of the equipment available, savings can be made by selecting an energy efficient item. 13 amp plug in options will be cheap to run and versatile. Induction Hobs also offer a very energy efficient option, as no heat is lost when cooking.

Finally, how important is the quality of equipment for a kitchen which is used heavily on a daily basis? Is it worth investing more money in a quality product which has more longevity? What impact can a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule have on kitchen equipment?
Always choose a leading brand with an established reputation for good quality and longevity. The warranty offering available is usually a good indication of the quality of product being purchased. Many manufacturers are now offering warranties of 3 years or longer on their equipment. 2 best selling microwaves, the Sharp R21AT and Maestrowave MW10 have both recently increased their standard 1 year Parts & Labour Warranty to include 3 year cover on the magnetron – the heart of the machine! Regular cleaning and maintenance is essential to keep any kitchen equipment working at its best. Any faults that develop as a result of poor maintenance are often chargeable – and further costs to the business can be caused as a result of un-necessary down-time. Our team of experts are able to provide manufacturer maintenance recommendations and advise on how to get the best out of your kitchen equipment. Our food solutions team are even able to offer full on-site training for larger operations, or sites that require multi-user training.

For more details, please visit www.rhhall.com or www.maestrowave.com



Press Information Contact: Emma Smith -  emma.smith@rhhall.com - 01296 663400
R H Hall, Hallco House, Beacon Court, Pitstone Green Business Park, Pitstone, Beds, LU7 9GY
T: 01296 663400 F: 01296 663401 E: sales@rhhall.com W: www.rhhall.com

Wednesday 4 January 2017

Microwave Masters, 2017 CESA Catering Equipment 2017

2017 CESA CATERING EQUIPMENT GUIDE
MICROWAVES & ACCELERATED COOKING

Please attribute any quotes from this information to Ray Hall, Managing Director, R H Hall

Microwave Masters

R H Hall have been dominating the microwave oven market for almost 40 years, building an extensive knowledge of this kitchen essential and supplying more Commercial Microwaves per annum than any other UK distributor - both off the shelf and individually tailored, bespoke solutions. The company is well-established, highly regarded and reliable – with experienced in house Sales, Customer Service and Technical teams. The UK’s largest, most knowledgeable and innovative microwave oven supplier – R H Hall stock only models from leading commercial brands – such as Sharp, the UK’s no. 1 and Maestrowave– with relationships dating back as far 1983!

Microwaves are an essential part of any commercial kitchen and the latest technology means today’s machines are sophisticated and easy to use – producing excellent results in a fraction of the time it takes conventional methods. The versatility of microwaves is often hugely underestimated. From simple, efficient microwave only, to fully automated meal solutions, R H Hall can offer the latest, most versatile products – as well as independent, unbiased advice on the best machine to suit the needs of any operator, the crucial features to look for and those to avoid!

Recently launched, the Maestrowave MW10 is a 1000W machine aimed at smaller operators looking for speed with a reliable reputation. The unique microwave distribution and cavity ensure perfect cooking, backed up by an unprecedented 3 Year Warranty on the Magnetron – the heart of the machine! For larger operators, or those requiring more than just speed, the Maestrowave range also includes combination microwaves such as the award winning Maestrowave Combi Chef 7. This high speed oven is packed with features including Menu Creator 2.0™ software and produces outstanding results at the touch of a button. A total of 11 combination modes, with up to 99 pre-programmable menus ensures consistency. Menu Creator 2.0™ is incredibly easy to use, but full support is available via the Food Solutions team, who can offer menu development services. A video showing the features & benefits of this innovative product is available at www.rhhall.com

The range of market leading Sharp microwaves has been exclusively available from R H Hall for over 20 years, backed up by the support of their nationwide dealer network – offering machines from 1000W up to high power 1900W, catering for all foodservice applications. Designed with total flexibility and versatility in mind, all machines have in-built features to help save time and energy. This trusted range is backed up by excellent warranty offerings on every model, with a full 3 Year On Site Warranty on their extra heavy duty models – plus, 2016 saw the launch of the best ever warranty seen on the R21AT Medium Duty model, with 3 year cover on the magnetron. The Sharp range is the choice of many of the UK’s Leading Operators, find out how you can join them!
Leading brands are always looking to develop functionality in response to the needs of many consumers. The Maestrowave iWave® system is a prime example of this. Using the latest microwave technology, the system provides a unique, fully encrypted, bar coded meal solution which is suitable for a number of applications including hospital ward service, vending outlets and more. The product is a world first, and available exclusively through R H Hall.
Another example of innovation in the accelerated cooking market is the Electrolux HSG High Speed Grill, for which R H Hall offer the complete service – including demonstrations, menu development, installation and training. This unique product uses microwave technology, infrared radiation and traditional contact plates to produce high quality toasted sandwiches in less than 1 minute. Perfect for anywhere wanting great results, fast!
Innovation is at the forefront of R H Hall and today’s demanding market - R H Hall work with many of the UK’s leading foodservice chain operators to produce bespoke solutions, offering optimum results. R H Hall can also provide much more than just the microwave solution – regularly working with food suppliers or chefs on menu creations at our 3000 sq. ft. development kitchen, creating and adapting menu’s with optimum timings and utilising the preset programmes available.

Consulting and advising customers or food companies on how to get the best results from microwave cooking and regeneration is an intrinsic part of the service that R H Hall offer. Historically there has been some negativity to microwave cooking and by educating operators on the full potential of their equipment, this should be eliminated. R H Hall can demonstrate how tweaking conventional techniques can lead to great results in a fraction of the time it would take with other methods, allowing operators to expand their menu’s and diversity of dishes.
Taking things a step further, R H Hall can access their 15,000 sq. ft. fabrications division to produce bespoke items such as branded microwave housing units for vending or self service, increasing customer visibility and ease of use. A complete service – from design to implementation – is available. The Total Foodservice Solution!

R H Hall operate through a national network of 1,400+ approved dealers, along with our dedicated National Account and Food Solutions divisions, ensuring we always have the right person on hand to deal with any enquiry! So for all your Microwave oven and foodservice equipment needs you only need one number – 01296 663400! You can also email us sales@rhhall.com or visit our websites www.rhhall.com & www.maestrowave.com

Press Information Contact: Emma Smith -  emma.smith@rhhall.com - 01296 663400

R H Hall, Hallco House, Beacon Court, Pitstone Green Business Park, Pitstone, Beds, LU7 9GY
T: 01296 663400 F: 01296 663401 E: sales@rhhall.com W: www.rhhall.com

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