Articles by The KaTom Research Team

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The KaTom Research Team provides data-driven insights and analysis for the restaurant equipment and commercial kitchen industry. Drawing from industry trends, customer data, and extensive product research, this team helps operators make informed decisions about buying, maintaining, and optimizing their kitchen equipment. The team's expertise covers everything from brand knowledge and purchasing tips to sustainability, current events, and market trends.

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Wood Stone's Startup Service

Installing a pizza oven can be overwhelming, but Wood Stone's startup service uses decades of experience to prevent opening-day mishaps. KaTom explains how.

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Buying a Business? Don’t Get Left Leaseless

KaTom teaches you how to avoid the kinds of oppressive lease agreements to which even the most diligent restaurateurs sometimes fall prey.

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How Cash Can Kill Your Restaurant Deal

KaTom's advice for buying a restaurant? If a seller can't show some credible flow, a buyer might let the opportunity go.

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9 American Brands to Help Celebrate Independence Day

KaTom covers 10 American-made brands for commercial kitchens. Learn about USA-made products, from blenders to espresso machines and more.

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Choose the Best Bakeware for Everyday Baking

Learn which material and style of baking dish best suits which baked good here with KaTom. We cover everything from glass to cast iron.

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Your Ultimate Thanksgiving Supplies Checklist

Gear up for Thanksgiving with the ultimate supplies checklist. Not sure what you'll need? Start here for all the must-haves and a few extras.

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Making the Cut

KaTom takes a look at the science behind the long-running debate on cutting boards: Which is better, wood or plastic?

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The Value of T&S Brass

T&S Brass is known for its quality products and offering an ongoing value that saves operators money over time.

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Healthcare Food Delivery with Dinex

In healthcare facilities that require food delivery, developing a transport system is crucial. Dinex supplies can help establish those delivery systems.

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Enjoy Versatility with the Cambro Pro Cart Ultra

The Cambro Pro Cart Ultra provides the height of versatility when it comes to holding and transporting hot and cold food.

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Pizza Pans vs. Pizza Screens

A guide to choosing between pizza pans and pizza screens. Understand the differences to find the best fit for your commercial pizza oven.

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Equip Your Kitchen with DexSteel

Dexter-Russell's 200-year history has helped the company perfect a proprietary steel alloy called DexSteel that makes its knives durable and reliable.

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Types of Plastic in Commercial Drinkware

Plastic drinkware used in commercial kitchens may be made from several materials. Learn more about them to choose the best option for your restaurant.

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Keep it Clean with Metro and Microban

Metro and Microban have teamed up to slow the growth of bacteria on your restaurant shelving, keeping your food safe and storage areas clean.

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Which Tablecloths Are Best For Your Restaurant?

From the type of fabric to how far it should drape over the edge, operators browsing restaurant tablecloths have a lot of options.

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Commercial Kitchen Brush Guide

Kitchen brushes fulfill a wide range of needs, from scrubbing a fryer clean to spreading melted butter over pastries. Find the ones you need here.

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Ice Bin Capacity Ratings

AHRI sets the standards that make it easier for consumers to compare commercial ice makers. Take a look at a recent change in those standards here.

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Why Choose Cloth Napkins?

From going green to enhancing the customer experience, cloth napkins have many benefits. Read on to determine if they are a good choice for your operation.

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Choosing Your Cloth Napkins

Cloth napkins can elevate any restaurant's tabletops, but with so many to choose from, how can you know which option is right for your business?

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Commercial Oven Door Options

Commercial oven doors should never be an afterthought in shopping for cooking equipment, as they can have huge impacts on workflow efficiency.

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Silicone in Commercial Kitchens

Silicone is finding its way into commercial kitchen supplies, from baking pans to pot holders. We take a look at the material's benefits here.

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Custom Bags by LK Packaging

Do you have a design in mind for your plastic bags? KaTom can work with LK Packaging on crafting the perfect custom plastic bags.

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Cutting Board Buyers' Guide

There are a number of materials, sizes, features, and accessories to consider when equipping your commercial kitchen with cutting boards.

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Why Choose Plastic Shelving for Your Restaurant?

What makes plastic shelves ideal for restaurant use? We take a look at the benefits of installing plastic shelving in your coolers and storage areas.