Retail Observer

RETAILOBSERVER.COM APRIL 2019 20 hospitality industry, bringing consumers luxury refrigeration that meets the rigorous standards of the commercial kitchen. "Prior to the full-size residential product launch, Perlick spent a century designing, engineering and manufacturing front-of-house wine reserves for fine bars, restaurants and large venues around the world," said Stephanie Muraro-Gust, Perlick's product marketing manager. "We leveraged that experience when designing the 30-inch refrigerator, ensuring fresh ingredients are stored with the same care and precision as the most prized wine collections." PROPRIETARY PRESERVATION SYSTEM Perlick's state-of-the-art QuatroCool ™ technology offers never- before-seen preservation performance. The unit is divided into four separate temperature zones, the most impressive being the company's innovative tip-out produce bin. Unlike a traditional crisper drawer that relies on decades-old methods of controlling humidity, Perlick electronically monitors the humidity of the produce bin. As produce ages and loses water content, the unit has the intelligence to push moisture back into the compartment to maintain the humidity necessary to prolong the lifespan of leafy greens and other wilt-prone produce. In addition to humidity control, the produce compartment features an innovative dual filtration system. A carbon filter removes odors from the air, while an ethylene filter scrubs air of harmful ethylene gas, which accelerates the ripening process of certain delicate vegetables. "Perlick's discerning customers expect perfection," said Muraro- Gust. "They appreciate the subtle nuances required for storing fine ingredients in ideal temperature and humidity conditions to ensure their food remains at the peak of freshness." The unit's PerlIQ ™ touch-screen control features a sleek, black design that disappears into the backdrop until it's awakened with a touch. Users can easily customize temperature preferences with the touch of a button or access smart temperature settings for deli items, meat/fish and fresh produce, maintaining optimal storage environments for specific ingredients. SLEEK, STYLISH AESTHETIC The new 30-inch column refrigerator isn't solely about function – it has both beauty and brawn. Flooded with stunning custom LED theater lighting, the new unit features Perlick's signature stainless steel for the upper half of the interior and slate-black stainless steel for the lower half, because Perlick found the bright colors of fresh food popped off the dark background better than standard stainless or white. The commercial-grade stainless steel and glass construction not only looks beautiful, it also results in non-porous, easier-to-clean surfaces compared to standard refrigerators made of plastic. Because Perlick column refrigeration is designed for both the preservation and display of fine foods, the company tested countless shades of white light to find the perfect shade that presents all foods at their best. Neutral with a hint of warmth, the carefully selected hue makes the vivid colors of fresh produce and rich tones of charcuterie shine, while ensuring product labels are easy to read. The overall design of the interior was inspired by the refrigerated cases of fine delicatessens and boucheries, resulting in large glass windows and generous capacity. A slide-in marinating pan and two-tiered deli display make the most of the unit's 30" footprint. Perlick's 30" refrigerator is available for immediate order. Visit perlickcollection.com to learn more about the company's new full-size appliance collection, including column refrigerators, freezers and wine reserves. FABER ANNOUNCES THE BRAND-NEW CAMINO PRO HOOD The Camino Pro is the first professional canopy hood designed by Faber. Italian engineered and produced, the Camino Pro hood is available to the market at 36'' or 48'' wide and 24'' of professional depth. The Camino is made of polished stainless steel with solid- weld wrapped edges. This hood is equipped with either a 600 or 1200 pro motor which offers the best in energy efficiency while extracting kitchen air impurities. Professional baffle filters located under the hood powerfully assist in catching any grease or unwanted odors. Once cooking is complete, cleanup is effortless with dishwasher-safe baffle filters. Faber has installed a new rainbow electronic control to indicate which of the four speeds you have selected depending on what is being prepared. This feature has not been installed in any other hoods, making this product unique in its class. The Camino is equipped with self-starting technology with a heat sensor to ensure safety at all times. Without interrupting your line of sight, long-lasting LED lighting warmly lights up your task space with a dimmer capability. This Italian hood is the first of its kind with durability, style and function, and we know it will be a success in the kitchen design market. Please visit www.faberonline.com for more information. I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ]

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