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Learn how to keep a long service life by maintaining an ice machine – whether it produces cube, flake, nugget, or gourmet ice – with these tips from KaTom.
Not sure how to get the most use out of your commercial steamer? KaTom has compiled a quick reference list of how to steam common menu items.
We've compiled the instructions from our most popular commercial steamer vendors. Read here to see simple instructions on how to clean a food steamer.
Find our quick reference guide to fryer filter cleaning here and keep your oil fresh, your food pure, and your filter unit working properly.
Check out KaTom's guide to care and maintenance for aluminum cookware and learn how to clean aluminum cookware for proper maintenance.
Steam tables keep food warm consistently for long periods of serving. Check out the best practices for using and maintaining commercial steam tables here.
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.
Infrared thermometers provide fast, accurate reads on surface temperatures. These tips will have you using your laser thermometer like a pro.
Learn how to maximize the service live of your melamine dinnerware and when to replenish inventory to maintain optimal appearance and performance.
Properly caring for your melamine dinnerware can help extend its life and preserve its appearance, helping protect your restaurant's image and profits.
Ice formation in walk-ins caused by warm air infiltration can lead to temperature issues and system failures. Learn how to identify and solve this issue.
Your beverage dispenser spigot is a small but important component that needs to be cleaned and maintained for customer safety and satisfaction.
Restaurant workers are pushed to follow First-In-First-Out principles, but doing so can be inconvenient. These tools make FIFO easier.
Have you ever wondered why your commercial freezer needs a defrost system and how that system works? We explain here.
Learning the basics about the most common cooking oils can help you select the best oil for deep frying in your restaurant.
Make sure you know how to install a commercial ice maker. Learn more about installation requirements, safety tips, and types of ice machines at KaTom.
Four main factors go into getting dishes clean and sanitized: temperature, agitation, chemicals, and time. Learn how to optimize each factor in TACT here.
Learn about the purpose of gas cooking equipment pilot lights and their advantages and disadvantages. We'll also cover common alternatives to pilot lights.
Learn how to use Gold Medal Flossine and Flossugar, and avoid several common mistakes, making delicious cotton candy every time.
Join KaTom to learn how to make slush mix for slush machines. We'll help you craft memorable mixes that keep customers coming back for more.
Using Redco InstaCut manual food choppers can speed up your food prep and save on labor costs. Plus, they're easy to clean and maintain.
One important but often-overlooked step to maintaining a commercial ice machine involves making sure certain critical components stay well-lubricated.
Prioritize food safety with these tips for keeping your frozen foods safe from the moment you receive it until they're cooked.
Understanding two frozen food facts will help you serve the highest quality food to your customers and cut down on waste.