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1. How Do You Clean a Commercial Kitchen?

   September 17, 2020 10:40 pm Leave a Comment

   Cleanliness is vital in hotel, restaurant, and commercial kitchens. Following proper sanitation guidelines greatly reduces the spread of illness and foodborne outbreaks (foodborne illness outbreaks. However, it can be difficult to understand exactly when and how to clean different areas of a commercial kitchen as this type of space will frequently contain a wide variety of equipment and surface materials.

   Dry steam cleaners sanitize areas without the use of toxic (and harsh) chemicals, making them ideal for commercial kitchens that commonly have various equipment in tight spaces. At Electro-Steam, our commercial steam cleaners can reach temperatures of up to 240° F, well above the 160° F required to kill the majority of pathogens.

   What surfaces should clean steam be used on?

   Commercial kitchen steam cleaners are highly versatile and effective on a wide variety of surfaces, including:

   

   • Dry steam cleaners are able to scrub (clean) and sanitize the surfaces of grills, flattops, and burners as needed.
   • Countertops and Hard Surfaces. Since these areas frequently come into contact with food, they should be steam cleaned multiple times a day to prevent rapid growth of bacteria.
   • Exhaust Hoods and Vents. These areas should be steam cleaned every few months to eliminate the buildup of grease that could eventually restrict airflow.
   • Kitchen Ceiling and Walls. These areas require steam cleaning at least once a month, although bi-weekly cleaning may be necessary depending on the amount of grease and food particle buildup.
   • Kitchen Floor. Kitchen floors should be cleaned daily as they are prone to the accumulation of food particles, grease, and tracked-in dirt.
   • Ovens and Ranges. These should be commercial steam cleaned weekly, with particular attention to the door, racks, and walls of the oven.
   • Refrigeration Units. Although they may be less exposed to airborne grease and food particles, refrigerator condenser coils and surfaces still require regular steam cleaning (and are often a source of mold and mildew).

   FAQs of cleaning commercial kitchens with steam

   There are a number of questions you may have regarding the use of commercial steam cleaners. We will delve into a few of the most common.

   Can I steam clean wooden kitchen cabinets?

   Wooden surfaces often pose a problem as they can be easily damaged if exposed to the wrong type of cleanser. Fortunately, commercial steam cleaners are an effective method of cleaning wooden cabinets as long as the wood is sealed.

   Can you use a steam cleaner on stainless steel?

   Absolutely—in fact, we highly recommend this. Commercial steam cleaners are an ideal way to clean stainless steel without the use of harsh chemicals.

   What is the best commercial steam cleaner?

   Our TruBlu Dry Steam Cleaners and Electro-Steam Eagle Series are both excellent options. These steam cleaners provide a penetrating clean that reaches every surface, killing pathogens and leaving your commercial kitchen deeply sanitized.

   Contact Electro-Steam for Your Steam Cleaning Needs

   Electro-Steam has offered high quality, reliable steam cleaners since 1952. We are proud to manufacture all of our products in the USA, and our knowledgeable staff is always ready to assist you in choosing the sanitation solution that will perfectly suit your unique needs. For help with your commercial kitchen cleaning needs, contact us today.

2. Use of Steam Generators in Bakeries

   July 14, 2020 3:34 pm Leave a Comment

   Applications of Steam Generators in Bakeries

   Kitchen steam generators are a beneficial tool in a variety of establishments as a method of sanitizing equipment or efficiently preparing food. In particular, steam generators are popular, cost effective tools utilized by a significant number of OEM and bakery equipment suppliers. Bakers will commonly use steam injection on bread and rolls as they are baking, a technique that helps prevent the crust from cracking, and creates an attractive, glossy crust.

   To create the ideal final product, bakers must ensure they are utilizing high quality steam injection generators during the baking process. The quality of steam is determined by the volume of water droplets it contains. The lower the volume of water droplets, the higher the quality of the steam. Dry steam—that is, steam with no water droplets whatsoever—is considered the highest quality.

   When choosing a steam generator for baking, electric steam generators are often the ideal choice. There are several factors that make electric steam generators appealing for a bakery setting:

   • Size
   • Convenience
   • Control
   • Versatility

   As electric steam generators are quite small, they are easy to adapt to any sort of workspace and can fit into a variety of equipment. They do not require venting. Additionally, bakery equipment suppliers can plumb an electric steam generator directly to the oven, making it easier to provide high quality steam during the bake.

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   Why Use Steam Generators in Bakeries?

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   Kitchen steam generators have a number of benefits in a bakery setting. Unlike some other methods of cooking, steam is a consistent, reliable, and efficient way to operate the following equipment:

   

   • Ovens
   • Proofers
   • Steamers
   • Kettles
   • Warmers
   • Steam Tables / Bain-Maries

   This amount of reliability is excellent in bakeries, where the final result depends so much on creating the correct cooking environment.

   Additionally, steam generators are immensely versatile. Depending on the type of steamer, it can be either modular or freestanding, and can vary in size. This makes it possible to seamlessly incorporate a steamer into an existing bakery setup, and limits the amount of extra energy necessary. In fact, steam injection generators can be specifically installed in a way that limits the amount of ambient heat that enters the kitchen. This saves yet more energy, and is an excellent, cost-effective option for any bakery wishing to utilize steam.

   At Electro-Steam, we provide high quality steam generators for commercial and industrial baking ovens. Our generators are highly efficient, producing 100% steam to ensure the best possible final product. They are suitable for any type of proof box, deck, or baking-type oven. Additionally, each of our units comes with an array of standard automatic features, such as safety valves and pressure and liquid level controllers.

   Many industry leading OEMs of bakery equipment and ovens trust us to provide them with dependable steam generators. We supply the highest quality steam systems, each unique to the oven and proof box specifications of our clients.

   High Quality Kitchen Steam Generators from Electro-Steam

   Since 1952, we have been one of the leading suppliers of food-grade steam generators for bakery and industrial kitchen use. With adjustable pressure controls from 0-100 PSI, our equipment is designed to be compatible with any type of OEM equipment that necessitates a steam generator. Learn more about our steam systems, or contact us today to work with us on your next project.