Inside the Fryer Lineup at the Middleby Innovation Kitchens (MIK)

Picture a kitchen built for evolution. Where adaptability isn’t an afterthought but the entire foundation. That’s the experience awaiting chefs and operators at the Middleby Innovation Kitchens (MIK). There, Pitco’s commercial fryer lineup takes center stage, giving foodservice professionals a hands-on look at the latest in frying. Whether fine-tuning a process or planning an overhaul, the MIK explores setups that work as hard as your teams do.

Commercial Kitchens Need Flexibility and That Starts with Frying

If choosing a fryer has ever felt like a compromise between size, output, and features, you’re not alone. Commercial kitchens are evolving rapidly. And with that comes the need for equipment that grows and adapts as the business grows. Frying plays a central role in many foodservice environments, but too often, operators and managers choose equipment to fit a specific footprint rather than a broader strategy.

Pitco can address these common challenges by offering fryer solutions that are built for adaptability. At the Middleby Innovation Kitchens, equipment is showcased in different test areas for multiple cooking applications. In this atmosphere, reps, dealers, and operators can get hands-on experience exploring how different equipment brands under the Middleby umbrella can help their foodservice businesses. 

What’s Frying at the Middleby Innovation Kitchens?

Step into the MIK, and you’ll find a full suite of Pitco commercial fryers ready for live demos, side-by-side testing, and deep-dive consultations. The lineup includes models like:

• • UG18 & UG20: These gas fryers are the latest from Ultrafryer. They are built to handle high capacity and high automation production, ideal for kitchens that fry large batches of bone-in chicken.
  • SSH55, SSH60, & SSH75: The Solstice Supreme High Efficiency fryers take things up a notch with more power, energy savings, and available filtration options. The SSH75, in particular, offers higher capacity and is perfect for demanding high-volume environments.
  • SGLVRF Rack Fryers: Designed for large-scale frying, these gas rack fryers integrate automation, streamlining batch production with less hands-on labor.

Middleby Innovation Kitchens displays a wide range of the latest in frying technology so operators can explore how each fryer’s features fit into different service needs.

Modular Mix & Match to Design Your Fryer Setup

One of the most significant advantages of visiting the MIK is seeing how easily Pitco fryers mix and match. These modular systems allow for complete customization, giving foodservice professionals the freedom to design a fryer suite that aligns with specific workflows, dayparts, or staffing models.

Operators can pair a manual UG18 with an automatic SGLVRF unit or choose different control interfaces across the lineup. Customizing fryer stations in this way leads to better performance, more efficient staffing, and, ultimately, a more profitable kitchen.

You’re Invited to Test Pitco Fryers at the MIK

The Middleby Innovation Kitchens gives chefs, operators, and foodservice consultants a unique chance to go beyond the spec sheet. It is an opportunity to experience how modular, high-performance frying equipment fits into real workflows and supports long-term operational goals. The MIK showcases the latest and greatest innovations in foodservice technology every day! Ready to see the MIK in action? Schedule time to talk with your local Pitco Sales Representative to get started.