Rising energy prices, labor shortages, and tighter profit margins have made fryer efficiency a direct path to return on investment (ROI). Pitco’s Smart Solstice commercial fryers use automation and intelligent controls to help operators lower costs, reduce downtime, and get more from every shift. Pitco’s Smart Solstice fryers turn everyday challenges—rising energy costs, staffing gaps,...

When a fryer goes down during a rush, it’s not just an inconvenience. It’s lost profits, wasted oil, and frustrated staff. The cause is usually not complex; it’s the small maintenance issues that accumulate until something breaks. Low oil, dirty burners, skipped filtration — all preventable, all expensive. The cost of poor habits adds up...

A short-staffed kitchen creates a domino effect. Service slows to a crawl. Food consistency becomes a gamble. Employee burnout accelerates turnover, making the problem worse. Smart operators find the answer in equipment that works as hard as their remaining crew. Pitco’s Solstice commercial fryer line delivers exactly that kind of performance. Solstice technology handles higher...

Fryer maintenance can be a grueling part of foodservice operations. Burners clogged with debris lead to uneven cooking, higher energy costs, and the constant risk of equipment failure. For operators juggling busy shifts and tight margins, maintaining burner cleanliness often falls by the wayside, creating more significant problems down the line. This is where Pitco’s...

Standing out in the foodservice world requires more than just great food. It’s about crafting an experience that customers crave, share, and come back for time and again. Brands like Raising Cane’s and Sticky’s Finger Joint have captured this magic, building thriving concepts around a seemingly simple product: the fried chicken tender.  So, what can...

If there’s one core component of the modern kitchen, it’s the natural gas stove. For decades, gas stoves have become the default appliance for cooking, heating, and preparing food, essentially becoming the core component of a commercial kitchen. As a result, other types of foodservice equipment have also traditionally relied on gas, but that could...

Commercial kitchens are fast-paced environments. Having access to foodservice equipment with the right features won’t slow things down. But it can have a significant impact in helping operators maximize the potential of staff. Solstice technology from Pitco offers great potential to operators looking to navigate labor shortages and increasing consumer demands. Using the right equipment...

  Commercial kitchens are always looking for ways to reduce their overhead expenses. And one of the easiest ways to do so is to save space in the kitchen. That means upgrading equipment that is easier for staff members to use and can perform multiple functions at once. Because of these goals, modular fryer lineups...

A hot dog on a stick, fried in golden cornmeal. What could be more delicious or simple to whip up than the beloved corn dog? How about a Korean corn dog? Let’s learn a little more about the history of both and how foodservice businesses can hop on this latest food trend. The Origin of...