Articles by Page Collins

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Page Collins earned a bachelor’s degree in English from East Tennessee State University, a master of arts in teaching from Carson-Newman University, and an educational specialist degree in curriculum and instruction from Lincoln Memorial University. She began her career as a journalist before transitioning into education, where she spent 20 years teaching English as a second language. She now serves as a longform content writer at KaTom.

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Commercial Batch Brew Coffee Maker Guide

Learn how to assess and adjust parameters on batch brewer coffee makers, including water temperature, grind size, brew time, and preinfusion.

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How Energy-Efficient Commercial Dishwashers Reduce Costs

Learn how commercial dishwashers can help reduce labor and utility cost by using energy recovery, automatic soil removal, and consistent sanitization.

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How to Choose Restaurant Equipment Based on Total Cost of Ownership

Learn how to evaluate the cost of commercial kitchen equipment and understand how much kitchen equipment costs for a restaurant over its lifetime.

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Commercial Rack Ovens vs. Convection Ovens

Compare rack ovens and convection ovens to see when higher production volume, easier loading and efficient batch baking make an upgrade worthwhile.

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Choosing a Combi Oven Size

Learn how to choose the right combi oven size by evaluating production volume, menu, peak demand, utilities, and plans for operational growth.

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Commercial Dishwashers vs. 3-Compartment Sinks

Learn about the features of commercial dishwashers and 3-compartment sinks, including throughput, labor, water usage, and sanitation reliability.

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What Oven Does Cinnabon Use?

Cinnabon bakes its signature cinnamon rolls using Lang convection ovens. Learn about the benefits of convection cooking for commercial foodservice operations.

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What Coffee Brewer Does Wawa Use?

Learn which satellite coffee system Wawa uses and how it can deliver high-volume brewing, holding capacity, and consistent service for your operation.

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What Blender Does Jamba Use?

Learn about the benefits of Blendtec blenders trusted by Jamba, including speed, high-volume blending, recipe customization, and the WildSide+® jar.

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What Grill Does In-N-Out Burger Use?

Explore the benefits of the flat-top griddles used by In-N-Out Burger, including rapid cooking, even heat distribution, and consistent performance.

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What Coffee Machine Does McDonald's Use?

McDonald's uses Curtis coffee makers for their reliable performance and consistency. Discover how Curtis equipment can benefit operations of all sizes.

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What Coffee Machine Does 7-Eleven Use?

7-Eleven uses BUNN coffee makers because of their fast brew times and durable stainless steel internal tanks. Discover BUNN products for your operation.

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What Ice Cream Display Freezer Does Baskin-Robbins Use?

Explore the benefits of display freezers used by Baskin-Robbins, including consistent serving temperatures, product visibility, and efficient restocking.

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Supplying a Japanese Restaurant

Supplying a Japanese restaurant starts with the right equipment and supplies. Explore essential cookware and tools suited to your operation's needs.

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Best True Undercounter Refrigerators for Commercial Kitchens

Compare True undercounter refrigerators for restaurants. Explore top models, features, and buying tips to find the right unit for your operation.

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Essential Tailgating Equipment & Accessories for Game Day

Create a successful game-day setup for guests with tailgating supplies, cooking equipment, and accessories from KaTom that simplify outdoor cooking.

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How to Create a Safe and Appealing Cold Food Buffet Display

Learn how to maintain safe holding temperatures for a cold food buffet while creating an attractive arrangement. Shop KaTom for buffet tables and accessories.

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What Conveyor Oven Does Marco's Pizza Use to Bake Pizzas?

Explore the benefits of conveyor ovens used by Marco's Pizza, including impingement technology, consistent baking, reduced labor, and high-volume production.

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PizzaMaster vs. Other Deck Ovens: Which Is Better?

Compare PizzaMaster and other deck ovens for efficiency, performance, and cost of ownership. Explore features and configurations for your operation.

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Robot Coupe J80 vs. J100: What's the Difference?

Compare Robot Coupe J80 and J100 juicers by speed, design, and yield. Discover capabilities and specifications to select the ideal solution.

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True vs. Kool-It: Which Commercial Refrigeration Brand Is Better?

Compare True and Kool-It refrigerated storage by quality, efficiency, and value. Review important considerations for selecting the right equipment.

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Southbend vs. Vulcan: Which Commercial Range Is Better?

Compare Southbend and Vulcan commercial ranges by performance, features, pricing, and durability to find the best range for your commercial kitchen.

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Alto-Shaam vs. Winston CVap: Which Holding Cabinet Is Better?

Compare Alto-Shaam and Winston CVap heated cabinets by performance, features, and price. Choose the heated cabinet best suited for your operation.

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Spiegelau vs. Schott Zwiesel: Which Wine Glass Brand Is Better?

Compare Spiegelau and Schott Zwiesel glassware by clarity, strength, and design. Find the right combination of style and value for your operation.