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BevZero installed 100 solar panels on the rooftop of its Spain facility

VILLATOBAS, 29-Apr-2024 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — BevZero, the global leader in beverage innovation, is proud to announce a significant sustainability initiative at its Spain facility. In an effort to reduce carbon emissions and promote renewable energy, BevZero has installed 100 solar panels, with 50 kW of peak power, on the rooftop of its Spain facility, heralding a new era of eco-friendly operations.

The installation of these state-of-the-art solar panels marks a significant milestone in BevZero’s commitment to sustainability. The panels will have an annual photovoltaic generator production of 70,900kWh of clean renewable energy which will cover 83% of the facility’s total annual consumption. This initiative underscores BevZero’s dedication to environmental stewardship and its efforts to minimize its ecological impact at every opportunity.

“At BevZero Spain, we believe in leading by example when it comes to sustainability. The integration of solar panels into our production facility reflects our ongoing efforts to innovate and prioritize eco-friendly solutions throughout our operations”, said Silvia Cedeno Daguerre, General Manager of BevZero Spain.

The decision to incorporate solar panels into its operations aligns with BevZero’s broader commitment to sustainability across all facets of its business, including production process, equipment, and management practices. All BevZero’s production facilities in the US, EU, and South Africa carry various quality certifications that ensure streamlined and efficient production processes, reducing waste of resources and materials, while delivering the highest quality products and services. Just last year the Spanish facility received the top environmental certification ISO 14001, by complying with 95% of the requirements.

SOURCE: EuropaWire

BevZero South Africa attains FSSC 22000 Food Safety Management System certification 

WELLINGTON, South Africa, 8-Apr-2024 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — BevZero, a leading provider of innovative beverage solutions, proudly announces that its South Africa team has attained the prestigious FSSC 22000 Food Safety Management System certification. This certification demonstrates BevZero’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality in all its operations.

FSSC 22000 is a globally recognized food safety certification scheme, which incorporates the ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System standard and other specific requirements for the food and beverage industry. It is a testament to BevZero’s dedication to delivering safe and reliable beverage solutions to its customers.

“We are thrilled to achieve the FSSC 22000 certification, as it underscores our ongoing efforts to prioritize food safety and quality in everything we do,” said Gustav Fouche, Managing Director, at BevZero South Africa. “This certification reflects the hard work and dedication of our team to uphold the highest standards and ensure that our customers can trust the safety and integrity of our products.”

Obtaining the FSSC 22000 certification involves rigorous assessments and audits of a company’s food safety management system, including its processes, procedures, and controls. By achieving this certification, BevZero South Africa has demonstrated its ability to effectively manage food safety hazards, comply with regulatory requirements, and consistently deliver safe and high-quality beverage solutions to its customers.

This certification reinforces BevZero’s dedication to continuous improvement and aligns with its sustainability efforts at its locations worldwide which include processes, equipment, and management practices to ensure streamlined and efficient production processes, reducing waste of resources and materials, while delivering the highest quality products and services.

To learn more about BevZero, please visit the BevZero website or email BevZero at info@bevzero.com .

To learn more about certifications and services at BevZero South Africa visit: https://bevzero.com/south-africa/

About BevZero:

BevZero is a global leader in dealcoholization and beverage services and equipment. With a commitment to quality, and sustainability, BevZero empowers beverage producers to create a wide range of alcohol-free and low-alcohol beverages. BevZero has facilities in Santa Rosa California, Villatobas Spain and Wellington South Africa.

SOURCE: EuropaWire

BevZero and TOMSA Destil partner to develop a new state-of-the-art dealcoholization technology for wineries

BevZero and TOMSA Destil partner to develop a new state-of-the-art dealcoholization technology for wineries

SANTA ROSA, CA, United States, 16-Jan-2024 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — BevZero, a global innovator in the beverage industry, and leading winery service and equipment provider, is excited to announce its key partnership with TOMSA Destil, a well-established and distinguished engineering company that designs, manufactures, installs, and operates advanced technologies in the processes of extraction, fermentation, distillation, valorization of by-products and waste management, among other processes involved in the production of alcohol and biofuel. Together, these companies are poised to revolutionize the beverage landscape by developing a state-of-the-art dealcoholization technology that will be distributed globally by BevZero in Q3 of 2024. Additionally, BevZero will start selling immediately a portfolio of equipment that helps wineries reduce their carbon footprint, including emissions reduction and wastewater and biomass treatment.

As the global focus on environmental responsibility intensifies, the wine industry is actively seeking ways to reduce its ecological footprint. BevZero, with its commitment to sustainability, has joined forces with Tomsa Destil to bring state-of-the-art solutions to wineries, addressing key areas such as emissions reduction, CO2 recovery, energy integration, biomass and wastewater treatment. Key offerings include:

  • Emissions Reduction: Advanced equipment designed to significantly reduce carbon emissions. By implementing these technologies, wineries can contribute to global efforts to combat climate change while enhancing their own sustainability initiatives.
  • CO2 Recovery: Solutions for the recovery of carbon dioxide (CO2) during various winemaking processes. This not only helps wineries reduce their greenhouse gas emissions but also allows them to repurpose CO2 for other applications within their facilities.
  • Energy Integration: Solutions for integrating energy-efficient practices into their operations. This includes optimizing energy consumption and exploring renewable energy sources, empowering wineries to become more environmentally conscious and economically efficient.
  • Wastewater Filtration and Biodigestion: The collaboration will provide wineries with cutting-edge wastewater treatment solutions, including advanced filtration systems and biodigestion technologies. This not only ensures compliance with environmental regulations but also enables wineries to responsibly manage their wastewater, reducing their impact on local ecosystems.

The development of a next-gen dealcoholization technology is well underway. This innovative technology, known as “ClearAlc” will enable beverage producers across the world to create high-quality, alcohol-free and low-alcohol beverages with unprecedented precision, efficiency, quality, and sustainability. BevZero’s years of experience with dealcoholization in the wine space, and Tomsa Destil’s engineering expertise in alcohol distillation and separation come together to create a unique equipment that will be transformative for those seeking the ultimate in low and no-alcohol dealcoholization production.

Jerome Eckert-Nathan, President & CEO of BevZero, stated, “We are immensely excited about our collaboration with TOMSA Destil to distribute solutions to the wine industry that contribute to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future, as well as the development of the ClearAlc dealcoholization technology which is a game-changer for the beverage industry.”

Miguel Villena Reyes, CEO of TOMSA Destil, commented, “Our partnership with BevZero signifies a remarkable fusion of expertise and innovation. Together, we are paving the way for a future where beverage producers can meet the demands of an evolving market with exceptional quality and sustainability.” 

About BevZero:

BevZero is a global leader in dealcoholization and beverage services and equipment. With a commitment to quality, and sustainability, BevZero empowers beverage producers to create a wide range of alcohol-free and low-alcohol beverages. BevZero has facilities in Santa Rosa California, Villatobas Spain and Wellington South Africa. 

About TOMSA Destil:

Tomsa Destil is a Spanish company with more than 170 years of experience. Thanks to this vast career and a strong commitment to research, they own the most advanced technology in processes such as extraction, fermentation, distillation, waste treatment, utilities, valorization of by-products, among other processes involved in the production of alcohol and biofuels. Additionally, Tomsa Destil controls its whole supply chain with in-house manufacturing, assembly, maintenance, commissioning, and operation and management. Tomsa Destil has its headquarters in Madrid, Spain as well as commercial branches in Mexico, Colombia, India, Portugal and Thailand. 

To learn more about the sustainability equipment for wineries and how to purchase, please visit the BevZero website or email BevZero at info@bevzero.com

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SOURCE: EuropaWire

BevZero brings its cutting-edge energy-saving Tank Insulation system, BevClad, to Europe

VILLATOBAS, Spain, 13-Nov-2023 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — BevZero, a leading name for innovation in the beverage industry, is proud to announce the addition of its highly sophisticated energy saving Tank Insulation system in Europe, under the name “BevClad”. With a commitment to energy efficiency, sustainability, and superior thermal protection, BevClad’s entry into the European market marks a significant milestone in the region’s tank insulation sector. 

This proven tank insulation system has been recognized as the go-to technology in the US wine industry, saving millions of dollars for its clients. As companies across Europe continue to prioritize energy conservation and environmental responsibility this is the right time to introduce BevClad’s Tank Insulation system to help them align with those efforts, reducing energy costs while maintaining stable tank temperatures. 

Key benefits of BevClad’s Tank Insulation Services include:

  • Unparalleled Energy Efficiency: BevClad’s advanced insulation system stabilizes internal tank temperature, leading to substantial energy savings up to 96%.
  • Improve product quality: Maintains tank temperature even in hot climates, making techniques such as cold stabilization much easier.
  • Environmental Sustainability: With a focus on sustainability, BevClad’s insulation system helps lower carbon footprints by minimizing energy consumption and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, it is 100% recyclable if ever removed or replaced, and free of ozone-depleting CFC or HCFC’s.
  • Durable and resistant to the Environment: BevClad’s insulation system is resistant to water and does not readily absorb moisture from the environment. There is no cracking or flaking, or application mess. Easily cleaned and maintained.
  • Customized Solutions: The BevClad insulation system comes in several colors to meet the specific needs of each client.
  • Proven Expertise: With a track record of successful projects across the USA, BevClad brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to European businesses.

“We are excited to bring BevClad’s Tank Insulation system to Europe,” said Jerome Eckert-Nathan, President & CEO of BevZero. â€œOur mission is to provide our clients with the highest level of insulation technology, helping them achieve their energy efficiency and sustainability goals while enhancing their operational performance.” 

BevClad’s expansion into the European market is driven by the company’s commitment to meeting the growing demand for advanced insulation solutions across the beverage industry. 

For more information about BevClad view our Tank Insulation page on our website, or contact us at info@bevzero.com.

About BevZero

Over the last 30 years, BevZero has established itself as a global leader in beverage services, equipment, and innovative solutions, offering its expertise, products, services, proprietary dealcoholization processes and equipment to companies worldwide. BevZero has facilities in Santa Rosa California, Villatobas Spain and Wellington South Africa. 

For winery facilities in Europe looking to improve the efficiency and quality of their products, BevZero’s Equipment offerings include tank cladding, tank mixers, and dealcoholization plants. Our tank cladding is the industry’s most sophisticated and leading insulation system which delivers up to 96.5% reduction in power usage. With its unique impeller design, Vinfoil tank mixers improve winemaking processes, save energy and labor costs and offer remote monitoring capabilities. BevZero offers vacuum distillation plants for dealcoholization which provide superior alcohol removal capabilities down to <0.5% – 0.02% abv. 

For more information about BevZero, visit the BevZero website and social media channels (Instagram, LinkedIn).

SOURCE: EuropaWire

BevZero introduces an advanced pasteurization unit in South Africa to enhance non-alcoholic beverage stability

WELLINGTON, South Africa, 16-Aug-2023 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — BevZero, a leading name in the non-alcoholic beverage industry, is thrilled to announce the deployment of an advanced mobile flash pasteurization unit available in Q4 2023 through its facility in South Africa. This new addition marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to delivering the highest quality and stability for its non-alcoholic beverages. 

The pasteurization unit, a TMCI PADOVAN, is designed to ensure the safety and longevity of non-alcoholic beverages by eliminating harmful pathogens and microorganisms without compromising on taste or nutritional value. This innovative system applies precisely controlled heat to the beverages, effectively extending shelf life while maintaining the utmost product integrity. The main services provided will be:

  • Flash Pasteurization (Micro stability) of de-alcoholised wine prior to filling
  • Flash Pasteurization of grape juice to prolong storage and reduce storage risk
  • Flash Pasteurization, the loading of high sugar content still wine into export containers

“We export most of the non-alcoholic beverages we process to the UK and EU,” states Gustav Fouche, Managing Director, South Africa. “The addition of the pasteurization unit will ensure our customer products maintain their quality no matter the time it takes to arrive to its destination”. 

The pasteurization process employed by BevZero’s state-of-the-art unit not only ensures the safety of its products but also optimizes the stability of non-alcoholic beverages over time. By gently treating the beverages, the unit effectively inhibits the growth of harmful microorganisms that could compromise taste and freshness. As a result, consumers can enjoy the same great taste and quality they expect from BevZero’s non-alcoholic offerings, even after prolonged periods of storage. 

In addition to the immediate benefits for consumers, the implementation of this pasteurization unit is also a key step towards achieving BevZero’s sustainability goals. By extending the shelf life of non-alcoholic beverages, the company aims to reduce waste and minimize its environmental impact. This aligns perfectly with BevZero’s ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility and creating a greener future for the beverage industry. 

“We are incredibly excited about the implementation of the new pasteurization unit at our South Africa facility,” said Jerome Eckert-Nathan, President and CEO of BevZero. “This investment reflects our unwavering dedication to providing consumers with high quality, safe, consistent, and flavorful non-alcoholic beverages, as well as our commitment to sustainability.” 

For more information about the pasteurization service offered in South Africa read our flyer or contact Gustav Fouche at gustav@bevzero.com. 

About BevZero

Over the last 30 years, BevZero has established itself as a global leader in beverage services, equipment, and innovative solutions, offering its expertise, products, services, proprietary dealcoholization processes and equipment to companies worldwide. BevZero has facilities in Santa Rosa California, Villatobas Spain and Wellington South Africa. 

For low-and-no alcohol wines, beers, and ciders, BevZero provides beverage development and production solutions including product formulation, supply chain management, exclusive access to advanced equipment, white label and private label products to service a wide range of global clients. Employing a team of dedicated winemakers, brewers, engineers, and scientists, BevZero is able to serve as a one-stop-shop for beverage brands of all sizes to take a product from brainstorm to bottle, producing the highest quality low and non-alcoholic beverages. 

For more information about BevZero, visit the BevZero website and social media channels (Instagram, LinkedIn). 

SOURCE: EuropaWire

Fruit processing machines and systems manufacturer ABL, S.p.A. acquired by Gulftech of Denver, CO

MODENA, Italy, 15-Jul-2019 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Gulftech International, Inc. (“Gulftech”) based in Denver, Colorado, USA, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of ABL S.p.A. (“ABL” or the “Company”). The Gulftech family of companies are the world’s recognized leaders in the engineering, manufacture, lease, sale and service of industrial equipment and components serving many of the world’s most important food production and processing companies. ABL, headquartered in Cavezzo, Modena, Italy, is a global leader in the design, manufacture and servicing of fruit processing equipment.

Founded in 1978, by Carlo Ascari and with a minority participation of the private equity fund NEIP III (ITAGO), the Company has earned an outstanding reputation as a market leader in the fresh cut produce market. Committed to innovation and dedicated to customer relationships, ABL has a long history of providing high quality machinery with extraordinary customer service.

“ABL’s award-winning innovative designs, outstanding product quality and reputation as a family owned and operated business in the fruit processing industry made them a very attractive integration for Gulftech,” said Steven Ferrell, CEO of Gulftech. “The investment in ABL represents an important expansion of Gulftech’s capabilities, significantly growing our presence in the fresh cut market segment. We could not be more excited to partner with Carlo, Daniela, Luca and the entire ABL organization. Together, we will provide customers a broader portfolio of products and services, and deeper engineering capabilities for future product development.”

“Being a family-owned business, partnered with their extensive experience in the development, manufacture and service of food processing equipment, Gulftech is a perfect partner for ABL, my family, our management team, our employees and our customers,” said Carlo Ascari, Founder of ABL. “We are proud of what we have built over the last 40 years and are excited to be a part of Gulftech and its family of companies.”

The Ascari family and NEIP III (ITAGO) have been assisted by Corus Corporate Finance S.p.A. as financial advisor and Pavia & Ansaldo as legal advisor, while Gulftech has been advised by Jones Day and Deloitte.

Additional information on ABL can be found on its website at https://www.abl-fruit-machinery.com while further information on Gulftech and its family of companies can be found on its website at https://www.gulftech.com.

SOURCE: EuropaWire

AFPAK K Cup Filling Sealing Machines Uses the Nitrogen Flushing System

Wenzhou, China, 2019-Jan-30 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Nitrogen is well-known to be an important element in the proper storage of coffee. Since AFPAK, one of the leading K Cup filling machine manufacturers, always makes sure that they are ahead in the industry, they have applied the nitrogen flushing system to their K Cup Filling Sealing Machines and their other coffee capsule packaging machines. This means that clients no longer have to worry about nitrogen issues as each machine will have 5-6 nitrogen flushing stations to keep more than 90% of nitrogen inside the coffee capsules and filled and sealed K cups.

“We always think of ways on how we can improve our machines so we can cater to our clients better. The nitrogen flushing system is another feature we offer our customers so they can be guaranteed that their coffee capsules are stored properly. We try to stand out among our competitors by realizing what our clients need even before asking them. This additional feature shows how we carefully think about what a coffee capsule packaging machine should be.” AFPAK Sales Manager, Monica, shares about their machines.

The company has developed a K Cup Filling Sealing Machine that is capable of flushing more than 95% of nitrogen inside the K Cups. The machine was designed automatically, which only requires one person to operate the machine properly. This promotes faster production that saves time and labor costs for the clients. AFPAK is so pleased with this development as it makes the production process efficient. Aside from the nitrogen flushing system, the K Cup Filling Sealing Machine is easy to use and maintain. It is also servo motor-driven, which ensures high accuracy and stability.

AFPAK offers four different types of K Cup packaging machines to meet different requirements of their customers:

AF-HK1 K Cup Coffee Capsule Filling Sealing Machine: This is the most basic machine that only operates one lane and can produce 30 K cups per minute. It comes with carrier plates that are pneumatically driven, a small footprint layout, and can handle various styles of capsules with easy size changeover.

AF-HK2 K Cup Coffee Capsule Filling Sealing Machine: This machine operates two lanes and can produce 100 K cups each minute. It is servo-driven and can easily be operated and maintained. One machine can use both separated and welded K Cups. It guarantees stability and high accuracy manufacturing process.

AF-HK4 K Cup Coffee Capsule Filling Sealing Machine: This is a four-lane machine that can produce 200 K cups per minute. Other features can be added depending on the client’s needs and the recommendations made by AFPAK engineers.

AF-RK1S K Cup Coffee Capsule Filling Sealing Machine: This machine only has 1 lane working and can produce 50 K cups per minute. However, it comes with fast speed, which makes the production process time-saving and cost-effective.

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Global Food Waste Recycling Machines Market: Restaurants to Stay at the Forefront of Demand as Enhancing Profitability Gains Momentum

DUBLIN 2, Ireland, 05-Nov-2018 — /EPR FOOD AND BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Fact.MR’s recent study on food waste recycling machine market foresees a promising growth, driven by proactive initiatives for fostering environmental sustainability. An amalgamation of pivotal aspects, ranging from launch of legislation around food waste to rising proclivity for recycling activities, is anticipated to underpin growth potential of the market. Global sales of food waste recycling machines are likely to reach 10,890 units in 2018, up from 10,356 units in 2017.

A Sample of the Report is Available Upon Request at https://www.factmr.com/connectus/sample?flag=S&rep_id=2266

The Fact.MR research study opines that the demand for food waste recycling machine has taken off in recent years, as a result of challenges associated with traditional composting methods. Rapid gravitation toward minimizing disposal costs and curbing noxious emissions have been identified as key drivers. 

Restaurants to Stay at the Forefront of Demand as Enhancing Profitability Gains Momentum

Shift from landfills to waste-to-energy plants is evolving as a prominent waste management trend, which is offering numerous opportunities for the food waste recycling machine manufacturers.

Sales of food waste recycling machine have remained concentrated in the restaurants industry, driven by efforts to scale up their bottom lines. This buoyancy of restaurants in the food waste recycling machine market continued in 2018 as well, with volume sales likely to exceed 2,500 units. Sales are also complemented by growing adoption in hotels and supermarkets, according to the study.

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North America maintains its lead as the largest food waste recycling market, with volume sales set to surpass 3,000 units in 2018. Attempts to foster recycling activities have taken off at the federal level in the U.S. and Canada, in the wake of a huge ratio of food wastage per capita. APEJ and Europe are likely to be the second and third most attractive market, owing to sweeping concerns for efficient food waste management, estimates the research study.

The food waste recycling machine market has a wide-spread presence of small and unorganized players, with consolidation of regional presence being their key strategic lever. The top 5 players hold around 20% of the revenue share and are focused on commercialization of small capacity machines, especially 0-50 kg/day’ and ’50-100 kg/day’. These players are focusing on new product development and facility expansion in a bid to retain their buoyancy in the market space, finds the report. 

Manufacturers to Thrive on Untapped Opportunities with Value-based Offerings

The manufacturers of food waste recycling machine are focusing on fostering their foothold with value-based offerings, unveils Fact.MR study. For instance, Whirlpool introduced ‘Zera Food Recycler’, which converts the food scraps into organic fertilizers in a time span of 24 hours. This offering has been introduced with the pervading trend of converting food waste into reusable commodities.

The demand for food waste recycling machine in emerging regions is growing at a healthy rate; however, bulk of the sales remain concentrated in China and India. The cost-sensitivity of end-users in emerging regions of Africa and Latin America, combined with lax regulations on food recycling, have meant that sales have remain limited in these markets.

“Large-scale machines, comprising of high power consuming components in their peripheries, are highly likely to witness a substantial decline in demand amid the end-users, posing challenges for the growth trajectory”, Senior Analyst, Fact.MR

The Fact.MR research study analyzes the growth of food waste recycling machine market for the period of 2018 to 2028. As per the report, the market is likely to proliferate at a CAGR of 7.1% through 2028.

The Report is available for Direct Purchase at https://www.factmr.com/checkout/2266/S 

SOURCE: EuropaWire

Smart mini beer brewing appliance is going to change the brewing game

Los Angeles, CA, 2016-Apr-03 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — The ArtBrew beer brewing control system – designed, developed and marketed by an international-based team comprised of the world’s top engineers and brewers – has been officially launched at Kickstarter as an “inspired innovation” that will “change the concept of beer brewing.”

As of this writing, ArtBrew’s Kickstarter campaign has already got full funded within two days of being activated. And it will arrive at 200% of target very soon.

Boasting a premium structure that keeps both brewing and fermentation in one chassis and which automates nearly the entire process, the ArtBrew is the world’s newest, smartest beer brewing appliance featuring a unique mobile app that provides users another way to control the machine beyond the button on the 400 x 240 pixels LCD screen, either nearby or remotely with a Wi-Fi connection. This also allows for status tracking and access to a massive database containing a plethora of recipes from across the world.

Through ArtBrew’s innovative app, users can customize their own recipes while taking advantage of the social networking platform to obtain and share recipes they may not have had previous access to.

“The ArtBrew solution is going to change the brewing game not only because of its ability to keep the brewing tank and fermentation tank in one common chassis – one that boasts excellent structural design – but also because it’s a formidable control system with a myriad of sensors to control and provide feedback on the different processes,” states an ArtBrew spokesperson.

“What’s more, in this day and age of worldwide social networking, the ArtBrew app provides users an alternative control method for the machine, coming fully loaded with a recipe library that contains hundreds of recipes collected from the world’s most famous breweries, access to brewing process tracking with a real time curve, market access to all ArtBrew products and accessories, user notification of machine status and much more. To say the ArtBrew product is a forward-thinking, easy-to-use brewing solution is something of an understatement.”

A six-liter MiniKeg can represent a serving keg that the user simply leaves inside the machine to access the beer, or can work as a fermentation keg which the user can store in a refrigerator for fermentation purposes. Further, ArtBrew recipes are sorted in various categories, providing the user an easy way of finding the desired recipes while allowing the search process to commence by keyword or name. Users can create their own recipes and can also change or modify the original ArtBrew recipes to create a new one, free to then use/brew them or share with the public.

SOURCE: EuropaWire

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Hays PureWater Launches $10,000 Campaign To Save Lives

WASHINGTON, IA, November 25, 2014 — /EPR FOOD AND BEVERAGE NEWS/ — 783 million people live each day without clean water and 3.4 million die annually from a lack of pure water. To combat these staggering statistics, Washington-based nonprofit, Hays PureWater, launched a crowd-funding campaign. The money raised will fund 30 Khlor Glen technology units to purify water for 150,000 individuals. The organization hopes to raise $10,000 by December 1st.

Hosted on crowd-funding platform IndieGoGo, the project offers nine sponsorship levels. Each level includes novelty “rewards” for donors, ranging from stickers to t-shirts to a trip to Haiti. The rewards are unique, innovative and hands on, giving donors a sense of ownership in the project. For just $2,500, an investor can travel to Haiti (all inclusive) to see the life changing benefits first hand.

The Khlor Glen is a simple unit that turns salt water into chlorine. The chlorine treats infected water, removing deadly impurities and toxins in just one hour. It’s solar powered and easily used in remote areas, where clean water is most needed. “It will also impact malaria zones as it can be used as a bug repellant and protect from disease,” says founder John Hays. “Even just using the chlorine produced by the unit as a sanitizer can cut down on so many infections that the natives in these areas don’t even know exist.”

In the last eight years, Hays PureWater distributed over 4,000 purifying units around the world, changing entire communities by implementing this system. It’s proven to work. Hays builds each system with the help of a dedicated group of volunteers. Nothing is outsourced, ensuring the most effective product for the lowest cost. Now all they need is help from their community to change the lives of those in need once more.

See the crowd-funding campaign here: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/hays-purewater-providing-clean-water-globally

ABOUT Hays PureWater
In 2006, after traveling around developing nations on missions trips, John Hays began to create a low cost, portable solution for water purification. John, who worked with municipal water works for over 30 years, put his experience to use and developed the Khlor Gen system. Through the years, the design and look has been changed and improved, but the mission has stayed the same. The organization exists to provide people with clean water, reaching out to them through word and deed. Eight years and 4,000 units later, that mission continues full steam ahead. For more information, logon to www.hayspurewater.com.

 

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Contact-Details: TJ Widbin
tj@hayspurewater.com
319-470-7391

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California Man Launches Kickstarter to Promote Kitchen Safety

California Man Launches Kickstarter to Promote Kitchen Safety Invents Oven Mitt That Allows Dexterity and Promotes Safety

Santa Clarita, CA, September 17, 2014, Nearly 350,000 people annually are victims of scalding or burns from accidents that occur while cooking, either on the grill or in the kitchen. Most involve saucepans or tea kettles. Many could be eliminated by using a proper padding device on the hands when touching pans that have been heated. Many hot pads just aren’t made for high temperatures or kitchen dexterity when cooking. This can create more safety issues and actually create harm where they were supposed to bring assurance. One California man, Marcelo Garcia, has created a different kind of oven mitt built for safety and dexterity and has launched a Kickstarter campaign to bring this kitchen must have to the cooking masses that work well for anyone working in the kitchen, from beginner to Iron Chef.

Ulta-Mitt, as it is called, is a 3-Finger mitt constructed from neoprene that is waterproof and heat resistant making it great for indoor or outdoor use. The 3-Finger design allows for more dexterity than an ordinary oven mitt, offering both style and function with users able to have the ability to grab a lid from a hot pan, pick up a hot coffee cup from the microwave or work with small gadgets required while cooking in the kitchen. The neoprene material is also non-slip for a better grip.

This must have kitchen item also comes with a matching neoprene hot pad, which can double as a jar opener for those hard to open lids.

Perks for sponsors include sets of the gloves at manufacturer’s discounts and ahead of their proposed scheduled appearance in stores appearance and for some lucky investors, a complete Healthy eating wooden handle wok cooking set. For those that can’t give, the inventor hopes they will share this story to make the campaign viral through social media.

For more information, visit: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ulta-mitt/ulta-mitt-the-first-ever-flexdarity-mitt

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UK’s most comprehensive and innovative catering show returns for biggest event to date

Manchester , UK, 2014-6-20 — /EPR Food & Beverage News/ — “The Show” organised by the country’s leading distributor of catering equipment, Lockhart Catering Equipment, is arriving in Manchester on Wednesday 25th June for its first event outside of London.

In its fifth successful year “The Show” can proudly call itself one of the UK’s most comprehensive and innovative catering shows, and has attracted industry experts including mixologist James Trevillion from Bonzer and TV chef and food consultant Andy Bates from Brazilian Street Feasts to its first northern event.

Having been well received with customers and suppliers alike, the event will offer up its winning recipe of demonstrations, the unique opportunity to see new product ranges before anyone else and the chance to network with over 30 leading suppliers.

The innovation zone is a must visit for any industry professional who likes to stay one step ahead of innovative tools where there will be the chance to see the latest equipment in action, and not to be missed tasting sessions. Delegates will also be offered a tour of the world famous football stadium.

“The Show” will return to Wembley later in the year, with dates to be announced in the coming months.

Attendance is by pre-registration only, so to reserve your place or if you have any queries, email the.shownorth@bunzl.co.uk, call 03701 678678 or register directly here.

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Exhibitors and customers network at last year’s show.
Exhibitors and customers network at last year’s show.

Lockhart’s representative mixing things up at last year’s show at Wembley.
Lockhart’s representative mixing things up at last year’s show at Wembley.

For more information please contact Lisa Kelly (lisa.kelly@silverbean.com) or Layla Grant (layla.grant@silverbean.com) of Silverbean on 0191 406 1200

Notes to editor

Lockhart Catering is country’s leading distributor of catering equipment, supplying the largest range of light and heavy equipment available to the UK caterer. Lockhart is not affiliated to particular manufacturers, allowing them to offer a wide range of options and, more importantly, advise what’s right for specific client requirements.

How Catering Equipment & Furniture Hire Beats Buying for Events

If you are planning an event of any kind, from a birthday party or a wedding to a large, international corporate event you need the tools to do the job right. This means you need a suitable venue and so much more. You need food, furniture and catering equipment.

But the big question is do you hire equipment or buy it outright?
With an unlimited budget and lots of future events in the books, you might be tempted to buy. But there are a number of ways that catering equipment and furniture hire can prove a more worthwhile alternative.

We’ve listed 8 of the best:

Reasons for Hiring Catering Equipment & Furniture

1. Affordable
If you only require catering or kitchen equipment for a short period, hire specialists like Allens Hire in London can offer an attractive price which stacks up favourably against the purchase price of the same things.

2. Storage
Buy catering equipment or furniture and you’ll be burdened with looking after it when it isn’t in use. With hire furniture, tableware and more, you don’t have to worry about these items until they are required to ensure your event is a success.

3. Transport
At Allens Hire, a fleet of drivers are ready and waiting to deliver catering equipment, such as tableware, tables, chairs and kitchen equipment , to your door; no matter where in London or the South of England your event is to be held. This is one of the major benefits of hiring for an event. We bring the equipment to you.

4. Maintenance
You might wish to purchase your own outdoor BBQ, garden heaters or chest freezers but when disaster strikes you could be sorry you didn’t simply hire them out. We maintain our inventory of gas and electrical products so there is a good range to choose from. We never distribute an item without first performing a series of checks.

5. Safety
When gas appliances are involved, health and safety should be a high priority. At Allens Hire we are gas certified and PAT trained to ensure that our equipment is safe to use when it leaves the premises and each appliance carries Safety and Operating instructions to ensure that you have the best advice whilst appliances are in your care.

6. Cleanup
Once your event draws to a close, and the fun is over, the hard work truly begins. At least that’s the case if you’ve used your own tableware and it’s your job to clean up. When you hire catering equipment from Allens Hire, we offer to do the cleaning for you, so you can return the equipment dirty for us to do the job for you and alleviate you of this task at least!

7. Trends
Fashion is constantly changing. But that doesn’t simply mean that clothing changes. The popular ways to decorate an event change too. When you buy furniture, tablecloths and more, their so-called ‘trendiness’ may diminish over time. But a hire company like Allens remains at the forefront of the event planning industry, providing insight into trends of the moment and has a carefully chosen portfolio to theme your event in your chosen colours. Every time you host a party, sporting or corporate event you will have access an excellent range of equipment for the job; and the looking good to boot.

8. Tailored
No two events are ever truly the same and so the best catering equipment and furniture projects are truly bespoke. That’s what you get when you hire catering equipment for each individual event. You can request exactly the things you need to cater a birthday party of less than 50 people or a corporate event for hundreds. Allens Hire advisors can work closely with every client to ensure that they receive a tailored project that is perfect for their needs.

Call Allens Hire on 0208 574 9600 (London) or 023 8065 2316 (South Coast) to talk about your catering equipment hire, event hire and furniture hire needs. Whether you are arranging an event in a park, a palace or a party at home we can provide everything that you might need to ensure that the event is enjoyed by all.

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Allens Catering Hire Asks ‘Is Quality Chair Hire on Your Christmas List?’

With Christmas party season fast approaching, a leading UK hire company is urging organisers to place high quality chairs on their Christmas list.

Allens Catering Equipment & Furniture Hire provides party chairs and much more to London and the South of England. Thanks to years of experience in the events industry, the company knows just how important it is to ensure that visitors are seated comfortably. With a matter of weeks remaining until the season of good will, it is important that event organisers nail down suitable chair hire; or they could find themselves relying on a Christmas miracle.

One of the most popular seating choices of the past few years is the Allens Hire range of Camelot chairs, in silver and white or festive gold. A wide range of other colours are also available.

Camelot chairs have enjoyed tremendous popularity in recent times; particularly after they were chosen to seat the Beckham wedding reception. Sometimes referred to as the Chivari or Chiavari chair, these attractive party chairs are a modern reinterpretation of a luxury chair which originated in Chiavari, Italy.

The chairs have seated some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including the Sydney Opera House and the National Portrait Gallery. They’re also a regular feature in celebrity magazines and lifestyle programmes. As such these glamorous chairs are the perfect choice for the biggest event in your annual social calendar.

In addition to a super strong yet lightweight build, these chairs are built with stackability and transport in mind. Steel bolts are used instead of screws for maximum safety and stability.

When customers place an order with Allens, their chairs are thoroughly inspected before delivery. Any necessary repainting or repairs are completed before hand. All customers need to do is choose the style of chairs which best suit their needs and place their order as soon as possible.

Kevin McGuinness, owner of Allens Catering Equipment & Furniture Hire, said: “Christmas parties are often the biggest event in a business’ social calendar. As such it is amongst the busiest periods in the hire industry.

“The best way to ensure that any event is suitably furnished is to place an order as soon as possible; especially when choosing the most popular ranges, such as our beautiful Camelot chairs. We currently have 11 lorries, a number of fully staffed premises and many furniture hire collections to choose from; so we’re well placed to meet seasonal requirements.

“If you have a particular chair on your Christmas list it pays to make a booking now”.

For more information on tables, chairs, cutlery, glassware and catering equipment for your Christmas party, pay a visit to http://www.allenshire.co.uk today.

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Thames Valley Catering Equipment Wowed By Royal Genware Tableware

Thames Valley Catering Equipment is very proud to be able to supply a full range of Royal Genware Tableware to the Catering Industry. For many years Thames Valley Catering Equipment has supplied virtually every piece of catering equipment that is of use to the Catering Industry and it is always looking to keep its full range of products as up to date as possible and therefore to reflect the needs of its customers. The catering business has always been extremely competitive and in the present time of financial cut backs and belt tightening this is even more important and it is necessary for the restaurants, cafes and catering establishments to have the best chance of competing successfully with its competitors. Food presentation has always been very important but these days even the small establishments are expected to achieve very high standards and to make this happen there not only needs to be excellent food quality but also it needs to be presented in the right way and on the right crockery.

Thames Valley Catering Equipment has recognised this need and is very pleased with the full range of Royal Genware Fine China Tableware which it is able to supply to the industry. This Royal Genware Fine China is their Classic design and is made to give the china a pure white appearance, which has been made with alumina in its mixture to give a low water absorption whilst giving the finished article a strength that can deal with the rigours of the catering industry. The hard work that crockery and china has to deal with in the catering trade is one of the reasons that Thames Valley Catering Equipment has chosen the Royal Genware range. There are some excellent plates to present the food on with the Classic design having a wide side rim whilst the Coupe design has a flat base with a curved edge. If none of these designs fit the bill there is the Genware square plate range. All of these designs work well in a restaurant or eating establishment and can be sourced in a range of sizes.

Thames Valley Catering Equipment is particularly pleased to promote the Royal Genware range of presentation plates and dishes, which certainly give the user a great advantage over many of their competitors. The range covers quite a number of different options with an oblong single, double or triple spaced dish, which allows a range of different presentation methods to be achieved. The whole business of getting the best out of the fine china has been examined and the results, which have been achieved are excellent. The Royal Genware Fine China Tableware also produces a range of dishes for sandwich and small meal presentation which is ideal for the lunchtime or teatime trade as well as the establishment that provides drinks and snacks in the evening.

“Thames Valley Catering Equipment is pleased to announce that the price range of this Genware range is excellent and will provide a great advantage to the establishment without breaking the bank.”

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Thames Valley Catering Barbecue Up A Storm

Thames Valley Catering has developed a business that supplies catering equipment to the complete commercial market. They supply equipment of the highest quality at very competitive prices for a very competitive market. All the equipment can be purchased on the Internet for delivery in a few days. Expert advice is available if required and Thames Valley Catering is only too pleased to ensure that the customer is completely satisfied.

Now that summer is around the corner and the weather is showing signs of emerging from the Siberian winter that the whole company has endured people wish to get outside and enjoy the weather and the outdoors. Barbecues are all the rage at home but the professional barbecues are less common. There has been many a comic who has made fun of the best way to burn good food is on a barbecue but Thames Valley Catering is pleased to promote one of the kings of the barbecue business namely the Cinders Slimfold Hotelier Barbecue as a piece of equipment that totally disproves this myth. This is a luxurious piece of equipment built by a British company based in North Yorkshire who has developed excellent equipment for the commercial trade. The Company has now developed into the USA and has an excellent business in Florida, a good USA home to the barbecue.

The Cinders Slimfold Hotelier Barbecue is a piece of catering cooking equipment designed to be erected outside in minutes and to fold away to a flat square when finished. This is ideal for the hotel or restaurant that holds or wants to hold an outside barbecue as a regular feature. The set-up is in minutes and powered by bottled propane gas it heats up in less than five minutes ready for cooking to start. Thames Valley Catering is impressed with the Cinders Slimfold Hotelier Barbecue quality of manufacture being made with stainless steel shelving and mahogany ends with flush fitting controls, this gives a superb look to the barbecue and the quality and speed of the cooking is second to none. The working top has two off 800mm x 457mm heating zones so that one can be used for one product and the other for another product. Therefore fish can be cooked on one half and meat on the other half of the grill. The Cinders Slimfold Hotelier Barbecue has a fitted stainless shelf that fits on 2 runners so that it can move over the full length of the grill, this is ideal for cooking vegetables on if required and also is used to clean the grill at the end of the evening. To clean the grill put the shelf over the top of the half to be clean turn the gas up to full and after a short time all the waste has been burnt off the grill by reflected heat from the shelf and the unit can be wiped clean.

Thames Valley Catering are pleased to note that the Cinders Slimfold Hotelier Barbecueoffers the outside caterer an excellent piece of equipment, with a 2 year warranty that is as versatile as any barbecue with a quality and production rate second to none.

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Laundry 365 Expand to Supply Warewasher’s Of A Fagor Design

Laundry 365 were set up to supply all sorts of commercial laundry equipment by a group of dedicated service people with years of experience in the trade with the added advantage that the service element was supplied 365 days a year. The company has been very successful in its approach and have realised that they have years of experience supplying not only the commercial laundry business but also the service industry as a whole, where that service industry supplies services to people in bulk. To this end Laundry 365 now supply commercial warewashers, which can clean bulk loads of crockery and glasses efficiently and with a high quality finish.

Laundry 365 is pleased to promote the Fagor range of warewashers and in particular the Fagor AD12BBT warewasher which is a pass-through warewasher meaning that the crockery or glasses are placed into a basket ready for washing. The baskets are then placed in the Fagor AD12BBT warewasher at bench height and are removed at bench height when finished. This means that there is no bending and lifting other than a straight transfer of the baskets and their loaded contents into the warewasher. This reduces any lifting problems that are caused by under counter warewashers and it also speeds up the process. Laundry 365 notes that the Fagor AD12BBT warewasher will efficiently clean some 1,200 dishes per hour ready for re-use. This reduces the amount of crockery and or glasses that are required for the commercial operation of the unit and returns those used back into operation in a very short time. This is ideal for bulk crockery or glass usage operations such as large restaurants, canteens, schools and hospitals and also cruise ship operations as well as large industrial type food processors.

The Fagor AD12BBT warewasher is a very simple piece of equipment to use being limited to just three working programmes, which are quite sufficient for virtually any normal operation. The typical working programmes take just 90 seconds or 180 seconds, which takes care of both the fast speed operation for the normal items and a slower more determined cycle which deals with the more difficult cleaning problems. The water temperature is typically 60 degrees C with a rinse cycle temperature of 90 degrees C, which will leave the dishes ready to dry quickly and efficiently. The wares cleaned are ready for putting away into the storage cupboards or can be returned straight into the system for instant reuse if that is required.

Laundry 365 is pleased to note that the unit is made of stainless steel and that all Fagor units come with a great reputation of strength and reliability from many years extensive usage in the industry. The Fagor AD12BBT warewasher has low running costs and is a real workhorse in the kitchen or factory and will delight the user. Laundry 365 will be delighted to advise anybody on the best piece of equipment for their own operation as this comes as part and parcel of the sale.

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Thames Valley Catering And The Blue Seal Bratt Pan

Thames Valley Catering supply a full range of products for the catering industry from pots and pans to self-determination cooking units and everything in between. One piece of equipment designed solely for the industrial size kitchens is the Bratt Pan. This piece of equipment was named after the German word for frying but strangely it does a lot more than frying and is not called a Bratt Pan in Germany but a kippentopt, which translates, as a tilting pan. In fact it is a large pan often square which will do a multitude of different cooking functions on a large scale.

Thames Valley Catering is pleased to promote the Blue Seal Bratt Pan range of commercial cooking equipment, which is designed for the large industrial scale kitchens who cook individual food items in bulk. The Blue Seal Bratt Pan can typically cook large quantities of one particular product in a large pan of typical volume of 80 litres capacity. The Bratt Pan can tilt in order to carry out certain operations and this can be a manual or an automatic function dependent on the customer’s preference. The typical Blue Seal Bratt Pan is fuel by gas and has a number of individual controls. It is ideal for cooking a range of products such as casseroles, soups but can basically carry out most cooking functions being able boil, poach, roast, steam, grill, shallow fry and deep fry. Thames Valley Catering are particularly pleased with the variation in functions as this is ideal for a large kitchen that produces a bulk meal for daily distribution but which wants to vary the meal from day to day. This is ideal in operation like hospitals, large industrial canteens, school dinner production and large office functions. The large restaurants often have them to produce large quantities of soups and casseroles or deal with weddings and banquets where single item menus are standard practice

The Blue Seal Bratt Pan is very versatile and Thames Valley Catering is impressed with the way that it can be used to prepare a meal. Meat can be browned in a Bratt pan with the lid open then water can be added and the soup or casserole started, different vegetables or spices can be added throughout the cycle as required and this is where the tilting mechanism works. Additions are made after the pan is tilted so that there is no chance of the operator being burnt by the steam. The tilting system is also used to pour the cooked food into containers ready for further distribution or storage.

The Blue Seal Bratt Pan is designed to be linked up to mains water to remove the requirement to pour this in later but addition is made by turning a tap outside as and when required. The construction of the Blue Seal Bratt Pans is from galvanised steel, which gives a sturdy construction. The lid of the Bratt Pan is double skinned and the temperature control is accurate from 50 to 320 degrees C. This system is ideal for the large industrial kitchen and it is well worthwhile examining the options that Thames Valley Catering can supply to the catering business.

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Thames Valley Catering Company Promote Sammic Dishwashers

Thames Valley Catering Company are pleased to supply the full range of Sammic Dishwashers which are suitable for the full range of commercial and utility companies as well as hospitals, schools and other public service organisations. Thames Valley Catering is confident that there is a solution to most dish and glassware washing situations and the Sammic range of products is geared to find not only a system that will work but one which will complete the work in the shortest time and with the most efficient usage of labour and water and power resources.

The Sammic Dishwashers come with a double skin manufactured wall system which is very good at reducing noise level of the machine to a very low level and maintaining a good insulation of the machine to stop heat loss. The machines are front loading for easy access and also all servicing and cleaning can be carried out through the front door. This makes any work or servicing very easy to access and reduces any downtime levels required to keep the machines in good order.

Thames Valley Catering is pleased to be able to talk to the customers to examine their requirement for their cleaning work and this expertise has been gained over many years by its qualified staff in the industry. In this manner it is possible to jointly get the best possible Sammic dishwasher for the application required.

The machines all come with an automatic rinse aid dispenser and some are fitted with a water softener system to deal with situations where hard water is the normal supply. The production cycles usually are threefold with a 120 sec, 180 sec and a 240 second time cycle dependent on the type of wash that is required. This speed of cycle is capable of a very large product wash and probably the biggest problem is being able to feed the dishes or glasses into the system quickly enough to make the full use of the fast cycle times of the machine. Thames Valley Catering Equipment is able to discuss the best ways of getting the maximum out of the machine with the minimum amount of labour.

The Sammic Dishwasher supplied by Thames Valley Catering is able to rinse at a predetermined temperature which remains constant through the rinse cycle usually at about 84 degrees. It is the quality of the dish washing which Thames Valley Catering are most pleased as to customers throughout the trade require quality of cleanliness of the finished product to be as good as possible and this quality to be maintained on a regular basis. The Sammic range of dishwashers give this quality on a regular basis and simple daily cleaning of the machine will keep that quality day by day.

Thames Valley Catering website will give all the information required and allow the customer to peruse the full range of machines available. The prices that will be quoted are some of the most competitive in the business and for any queries a call or email to Thames Valley Catering will bring an answer.

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Studio William Launches Innovative Leaf Cutlery Design

 It’s perhaps not your first thought for innovation however Studio William, a leading British cutlery design Company, has sought to revolutionise and stylise the way the British general public eat dessert, with the launch of a brand new cutlery design: the leaf.

The leaf design was inspired by the ancient Asian custom of utilising leaves as eating utensils, and it’s eye-catching design is bound to prove an ice breaker among the more design conscious looking to make an impression over a Christmas meal, or professional or social gathering.

Design to be a truly versatile piece of cutlery, with the new leaf design diners can prong, spoon or slice all types of dessert, and truly enjoy a more luxurious dining experience. Whether it’s utilised for you average Christmas pudding or your favourite ice cream dessert, the leaf is bound to prove to be a real conversation starter at a dinner party.

The leaf gift package is boxed in a set of four, and is manufactured with the same degree of intricacy and professionalism as all of the cutlery designs sold by Studio William, the UK’s leading manufacturer of designer cutlery.

Studio William CEO, William Welch, had this to say about the launch of the new design: “Studio William Chief Executive, William Welch, said: “With Leaf we are moving away from the traditional knife, fork and spoon to a much simpler, yet sophisticated way of indulging in desserts. It can’t help but become a conversation point and it gives diners the chance to have some fun with their pudding – a perfect way to round off a Christmas meal.”

The leaf design was the winning cutlery set design in the Studio William Cutlery Design Competition, and the Company has work closely with the winning designer, Anabela Chan, to further refine the design and ready it for production.

If attention to detail and the ultimate in luxurious dining is your quest, then the new range of leaf cutlery sets from Studio William will be at the top of your Christmas shopping list.

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