How Commercial Induction Cooking Is Shaping The Catering Industry?

Publish Time: 2021-01-20 Origin: Site

The talk of commercial induction cooking has been around for decades. The growing adoption rate at implementation of commercial induction cooking equipment in the catering industry has gained a massive reputation among the public.

Notably, James Ramsden, co-proprietor of Pidgin, a Michelin-starred restaurant located in London, claimed he would stick to induction cooking and never return to gas again (Testerman 2020). However, commercial induction cooking still faces difficulties in building public awareness and some misguided opinions about electric cookers, which creates avoidance from many customers.

The Theory Behind Induction Cooking

Many public perceptions of induction cookers are identical to electric cookers due to a similar product design. In fact, the mechanics and concept behind both are vastly different, as is the performance.

Ignore all the technical theories explanation; put it simply, induction cookers generate heat directly under the pan due to a magnetic field under the ceramic glass, whereas electric cookers must heat up the ceramic glass first, then transmit the heat to the pan.

Induction cookers are 20-25% more efficient than electric cookers for directly heating the pan (Prelusky, 2017). This major difference benefits induction cooking in faster cooking time, energy-saving, safer surroundings, and sustainability.

Below are more advantages of induction cooktops.

1. Undoubtedly

This is the most eye-catching feature. According to the National Fire Protection Association (2017), America averaged about 7,400 restaurants set on fire each year, along with more than $165 million worth of property damage. Notably, stove-related fire counts for 61% of all kitchen fires.

2. Sustainable resources and development

The emphasis on green energy and sustainability of induction cooking also matches many restaurants’ environmentally friendly position and values.

3. Shorten cooking time

Shortening cooking time speeds up chefs’ meal prep, satisfies customers, and results in a faster turnover rate.

4. Precise temperature control

Allow chefs to precisely manage power output from hard boiling to simmering and perform the Michelin-starred standard.

5. Improve energy efficiency

Energy efficiency directly leads to a reduction in operating costs, allowing restaurants to establish competitive advantages over rivalries.

6. Cooler kitchen surroundings

Resulted in a desirable working condition, also improved kitchen ventilation by generating less heat to the ambient environment.

7. Easy to clean

Compared with gas and electric cooking equipment, the flat surface of the induction cooker after removing the pan is easy to clean at any time without heat radiation.

8.Space&cost savings in portable or multi-functional induction cookers

Ideal for a limited kitchen space, maximising workspace. One device can integrate multiple single-function cooking devices to help catering customers realize the One-button Cooking function and solve their pain points of limited kitchen space.

Hence, the above attractive benefits have drawn many restaurant owners and investors considering adopting commercial induction cookers.

Targeted Customers

The commercial induction cookers are suitable for restaurant owners, chefs, franchises, large institutions, enterprises, hotels, government offices, also wholesaler and distributors of kitchen equipment. Moreover, induction cookers are similar in design compared to electric cookers. Hence, chefs only require little adaptation to transfer from electric cooking.

In contrast, chefs will be amazed by the speed and precise temperature control of induction cookers. Transferring from gas appliances to induction might take a while to get used to due to the flame-less design. However, the benefits of a cooler surrounding workplace and ease of cleaning also improve chefs’ productivity and performance.

Operating cost between Gas / Electric Cookers

The price differences between gas and electricity usage vary from region to region, country to country, and even down to service providers. For instance, commercial induction cookers are extremely popular among the Chinese catering Industry due to the price advantage in electricity.

In contrast, gas appliances are considered more economical than electric appliances in Australia. Although the vast price range might differ, it might not provide the most economic benefits in some regions or countries. However, induction adopters would still choose induction for its safer operation, precise temperature control, smart cooking abilities, and more.

Notably, according to researcher Sweeney (2014), the thermal efficiency of induction cookers can convert more than 90% of heat, whereas 74% for traditional electric and only 40% in gas cooking. Hence, the implementation of an induction cooker ensures maximum thermal efficiency by directly heating under the pan to shorten cooking time.

Current Industry Trends

The Western induction cooker market is in the growing phase of the product life cycle. However, on the other end of the world, particularly in the Chinese induction cooking industry, it has the industry’s most advanced induction technology and matured market.

The current commercial induction industry provides some of the most innovative appliance designs, including Induction Automatic Stir-fryer, Industrial tilting stove stockpot, Automatic Pasta Boiler, Induction Deep-fryer, Griddles, food steamer, Wok, and so forth.

Therefore, the Chinese commercial induction industry is pushing innovative ideas to fully adopt chefs’ cooking habits and the cooking needs of large-scale factory canteens, and gradually replace traditional gas equipment.

Moreover, the implementation of smart menu pre-set and automatic hands-free systems in induction cooking further emphasizes the intelligent/smart and cost-saving design, industrial appliances for factory canteens, and the vision of adopting traditional chefs’ cooking habits.

Additionally, manufacturers are developing quieter induction cooktops with more precise temperature control and real-time temperature reading. Thus, importing Chinese commercial induction cookers offers competitive advantages in mature technologies and factory-direct pricing.

Recommendations

One of the main drawbacks of importing commercial induction cookers from China is identifying a credible and capable induction manufacturer or company. Here are some helpful tips to identify a trustworthy brand:

1. Designated R&D Team

2. Experience in Exporting to Multiple Countries

3. Internationally recognised CE Certificates

4. Partnership with Well-recognised Enterprises

5. Designated Professional English Customer Support/services

6. Attending Domestic and International Exhibition Shows and Contests

Why choose Lestov

Summing up the above tips in identifying a credible and capable manufacturer is a difficult task. However, Lestov, a Chinese Induction Manufacturer with 23+ years of experience in commercial induction cookers, offers all the above requirements.

Despite the current pandemic and the downsizing of other manufacturers in 2020, Lestov increased the research and development budget to $60,000 and developed an induction automatic cooking machine with unique highlights.

Lestov collected export experience in more than 50 countries and regions to ensure the convenience of international transportation. Despite declining demand in the global economic environment, Lestov expanded its business to Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Saudi Arabia by 2020 with high-quality commercial induction cookers.

Besides, as the largest fast-food chain in Asia, Panda Express Restaurant purchased some induction equipment and core accessories from Lestov in 2020, the 10th year of its stable cooperation with Lestov.

Moreover, with the COVID-19 epidemic under control in China, Lestov will participate in the largest exhibition of Chinese commercial kitchen equipment, such as the Guangzhou Hotel Supplies Exhibition and the Shanghai Hotel Supplies Exhibition.

Lestov will also plan to attend the Milan Exhibition in 2021, depending on the global epidemic. (Remark: From 18th to 22nd October 2019, Lestov attended the most important world fair for the Food Service sector, HOST 2019 in Milan - Italy.)

View our site to learn more about Lestov and contact our professional support team to list your specific enquiries.

To conclude, the implementation and adoption of Commercial Induction Cooktops are the current trend in the catering industry and are shaping major restaurants and households across the world. Therefore, it is recommended to jump aboard the induction cooking train before your competitors gain the competitive advantage.