Manitowoc the "New" Enodis

Enodis, which includes Delfield, Garland, Jackson, Scotsman, Ice-O-Matic, Varimixer, Frymaster, Cleveland, Lincoln, and other companies, is now under the Manitowoc umbrella. BSC works closely with all of these manufacturers to provide the highest quality equipment and service. Here's a brief synopsis of each company.

Delfield: Known for their customization ability. Can create full chef's counters with built in hot and cold elements. Also make regular refrigeration items, such as pizza prep tables and reach-in refrigerators.

Garland: Carries a full line of heavy-duty cooking equipment, including ranges, charbroilers, griddles, convection ovens, and salamanders.

Cleveland Range: The experts in steam equipment. Their products include tilting kettles, steam jacketed kettles, direct steam kettles, in both electric and gas.

Jackson: One of the many leaders in warewashing, dishwashing, and other types of washing. Have a full line of flight type, undercounter, and door-type machines.

Varimixer: For all of your mixing needs. Unlike other mixing companies, they focus solely on mixers and carry a 150 quart capacity model.

Scotsman/Ice-O-Matic: Although the are two separate companies, they carry similar products. Both companies are leading the way in energy efficient, Energy Star rated products. Both carry cube, flake, and nugget style ice cubes.

Frymaster: Although not as popular a Pitco in New England, they are the leaders in frying equipment along with Pitco. They carry dozens of energy efficient, Energy Star rated products that save end user money on both energy costs and oil costs. They do an excellent job of putting several fryers together into a battery.

Lincoln Foodservice/ Lincoln Smallwares: There are two sides to Lincoln: equipment and smallwares. Equipment includes Merco Savory heat lamps as well as Impinger ovens anc conveyor toasters. The smallwares side features pot and pans mainly, many of which BSC stocks in our Newton location.

Picking the Right Range

With dozens of manufacturers out there, all of which make ten types of ranges, how do you know what's right for you? The following information will hopefully help you decide.

Heavy Duty vs. Restaurant

A heavy duty range is more expensive but is built to take a beating from pots and pans. This type of range also has larger gas valves and higher energy outputs for quicker cooking times. A heavy duty range can be part of a battery of equipment as well. This is recommended for foodservice operations with more than 150 seats, such as big restaurants, hotels, cafeterias, prisons, commissaries, and hospitals.

A restaurant range is less expensive and has lower costs to maintain. A restaurant range is viable as a free standing unit. It will hold up well in a smaller operation or if it is an infrequently used item. Some buyers use restaurant ranges because they are inexpensive and with proper care, can extend the life dramatically. This is recommended for small restaurants, churches, snack bars, and other operations that are less than 150 seats.

So now that you've learned more about these two types of ranges, you'll be more prepared to make your purchase. BSC carries some of the finest commercial brands including Vulcan, Wolf, Garland, Jade, Montague, and more.

Warehouse Sale

Boston Showcase Company will be having the first annual Warehouse Sale on May 9, from 9 AM to 1 PM. Refreshments will be available for the first few dozen visitors. We are selling everything from equipment to smallwares to tabletop. Our showroom will be open to view as well. We look forward to seeing you there!