Buying Guides & Advice


Remote Ice Machines: What They Are & When to Use One Icon
Remote Ice Machines: What They Are & When to Use One

Learn what remote condenser ice machines are, how they work, and how remote systems compare to other commercial ice machines for high-volume operations.

Best Ice Machines for Small Businesses: Choose Your Model Icon
Best Ice Machines for Small Businesses: Choose Your Model

Learn how to choose the right commercial ice maker for your small business. Compare machine types, sizing, ice production, and buying considerations.

Create a Custom Unit With Advance Tabco's AT3D Configurator Icon
Create a Custom Unit With Advance Tabco's AT3D Configurator

Advance Tabco's AT3D configurator allows operators to design and customize their own worktop, serving, or storage table, then create a quote.

KitchenAid Rebates 2026: Finding the Best Price on KitchenAid Icon
KitchenAid Rebates 2026: Finding the Best Price on KitchenAid

Find out what KitchenAid rebate offers and promotions are available now. Check out every KitchenAid mixer on sale at KaTom to find the right one for your home.

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Wet Wells vs. Dry Wells

Compare wet wells and dry wells for restaurant food holding. Learn how heat consistency, food quality, cleaning, energy use, and unit type affect performance.

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What To Know About MoTak

Discover MoTak commercial cooking equipment by KaTom. Learn what makes it dependable, cost-effective, and a commercial kitchen favorite.

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Foodservice Gloves Guide

Learn how to choose disposable foodservice gloves by material, durability, and fit, including latex-free options for safer food handling.

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Hospital Kitchen Design Guide

Learn how to plan a hospital kitchen layout that supports efficient workflow, food safety, and high-volume meal production in healthcare facilities.

Ice Maker Cost - 2026 Pricing Guide Icon
Ice Maker Cost - 2026 Pricing Guide

How much does it cost to own a commercial ice machine? Discover what impacts the total cost, from machine type to production, features, and maintenance

Affordable Commercial Kitchen Equipment: Where You Can Save (and Where You Shouldn’t) Icon
Affordable Commercial Kitchen Equipment: Where You Can Save (and Where You Shouldn’t)

Find the best tools to match your foodservice equipment budget based on operation style, service volume, and space constraints.

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Best Budget Equipment for First-Time Owners

Find reliable restaurant equipment without paying top-tier prices. Shop budget-friendly brands like MoTak to meet your kitchen needs with versatile options.

Food Truck Equipment on a Budget: What Actually Holds Up? Icon
Food Truck Equipment on a Budget: What Actually Holds Up?

Learn when to invest in premium food truck equipment and when to choose cost-effective supplies. Find reliable budget brands like MoTak.

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Kitchen Requirements Guide

Learn about commercial kitchen requirements, zoning laws, certification steps, and equipment standards needed to build or open a compliant foodservice kitchen.

Opening a Restaurant on a Budget: Equipment Buying Guide Icon
Opening a Restaurant on a Budget: Equipment Buying Guide

Learn where to save and where to invest when opening a restaurant. Discover smart equipment choices and budget options like MoTak for your kitchen.

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Essential Kitchen Equipment for Small Restaurants

Learn what equipment small restaurants need and how to choose practical, space-saving options that fit your budget.

R134a vs. R290 Refrigerant: Key Differences Icon
R134a vs. R290 Refrigerant: Key Differences

Compare R134a and R290 refrigerants, including operating pressures, environmental impact, safety, and whether R290 can replace R134a.

MoTak vs. Turbo Air: Find the Best Equipment Icon
MoTak vs. Turbo Air: Find the Best Equipment

Compare MoTak and Turbo Air equipment, from reach-ins to freezers to a combo of the two, to find the best value, performance, and fit.

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MoTak vs. Atosa

Compare MoTak and Atosa commercial equipment for pricing, durability, and value to choose the best fit for your kitchen needs.

Comparing True and MoTak: Which Is Right for You? Icon
Comparing True and MoTak: Which Is Right for You?

Compare MoTak and True refrigerators and ice makers by build, durability, performance, and cost. Find the best unit for your needs.

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Debunking Commons Myths About Budget Restaurant Equipment

Budget-friendly equipment doesn't always mean lower-quality equipment. Debunk five common myths about affordable options for any operation.

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Choosing the Right Commercial Range Configuration

Find out how to choose the right commercial range configuration based on menu demands, kitchen layout, fuel type, and production volume.

MoTak vs. Hoshizaki: Comparing Ice Makers and Refrigeration Icon
MoTak vs. Hoshizaki: Comparing Ice Makers and Refrigeration

Compare MoTak and Hoshizaki ice machines and refrigeration by performance, build quality, and value.

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Finding the Right Undercounter Fridge Size

Find the right undercounter fridge size for your kitchen. Learn standard dimensions, how to measure your space, and choose the best fit for your operation.

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What Is a Commercial Range?

Learn what defines a commercial range, how it differs from residential models, and which types are best suited for restaurants and foodservice operations.