ISLA VERDE, PUERTO RICO—Verdanza Hotel in Isla Verde has selected the Xeros polymer bead cleaning laundry system, which uses 80 percent less water than a traditional industrial washer, up to 50 percent less energy and approximately 50 percent less detergent. “Environmental sustainability has always been key in our operations from day one,” said Ricky Newman, General Manager of the property. “This system allows us to minimize our impact on the environment—and on our operational budget—without sacrificing our guests’ comfort.”  Verdanza is the first hotel, and the first company, in Puerto Rico to use this technology.The Xeros laundry system replaces...

DENVER—Global ice machine and dispenser manufacturer, Ice-O-Matic, announces the launch of their new Ozone Delivery System: the O3-Matic. This new groundbreaking device infuses ozone into incoming water, killing microbes on every surface it touches and retarding future growth. In addition, the ozone becomes entrapped in the ice cubes, carrying the same sanitation benefits to the bin and dispenser. Introducing ozone increases intervals between sanitizing, impedes microbial growth while continually sanitizing an ice making system, and diminishes mold, mildew, bacteria and viruses. Ozone also improves the taste and eliminates odor in iced drinks. The Ice-O-Matic’s O3-Matic is designed for modular...

CHICAGO—Champion Industries, manufacturer of a full line of premier commercial warewashing systems, introduces the UH330 ADA, its shortest ventless undercounter warewasher designed to accommodate thick countertops. This undercounter machine has an exterior height of 29.5 inches allowing it to be installed even under the thickest countertops meeting the 34-inch ADA requirements. The UH330 ADA will be on display at the NRA Show, May 21 to 24 at McCormick Place, booth #5006.Like Champion’s other UH330 models, the UH330 ADA solves two of the biggest problems smaller foodservice operations face: limited undercounter space and steam rollout traditionally associated with high temperature...

NEW ALBANY, MISS.—Master-Bilt, manufacturer of a full line of premier commercial refrigeration systems, introduces the restructured simplicity of the existing Quick Ship walk-in. Master-Bilt’s updated Quick Ship models provide a more streamlined experience for AutoQuotes users.Over 200 new MB5 model Quick Ship walk-ins, which are self-contained, feature a Packaged Refrigeration System (PRS-2) creating a package that fits most cooler or freezer applications either inside or outside. Panels are matched with standard or heavy-duty refrigeration systems depending on application requirements. AutoQuotes users may select their preferred model number, choose from available options and simply add the walk-in to their project....

ILE-DE-FRANCE—AccorHotels recently released the results of Planet 21, its sustainable development program, and renewed its commitments looking to 2020. Sébastien Bazin, the Group’s Chairman & CEO, stated, “The commitment and energy demonstrated by our teams in deploying Planet 21 worldwide, are both valuable levers for our sustainable performance. After five years, the results of the first phase of the plan are very encouraging. Today, we want to scale up our ambitions by banking on innovation and accountability. Planet 21 Season 2 must enable us to create wealth sustainably and curb our negative impacts through the mobilization of our employees,...

TROY, OHIO—Hobart introduces the new Advansys LXGe glasswasher, the first machine specifically designed to clean and sanitize glassware in bars and restaurants. The new Energy Star qualified washer produces cleaner glasses by eliminating chemical sanitizers, resulting in better-tasting drinks and an improved customer experience.“As the trend in craft beers and handcrafted cocktails continues to grow, bars and restaurants are looking at the entire drink experience, and a cleaner glass is a key part of that,” said Carrie Sherman, Product Line Manager. “The LXGe glasswasher gives operators the ability to serve customers their best, in a glass that’s free from...

MANCHESTER, N.H.—Xeros, the innovator of an ultra-low water laundry system, announced that several hotels and commercial laundries have joined the Xeros Million Gallon Club by each saving more than one million gallons of water using Xeros’ award-winning polymer bead cleaning laundry system. The patented, award-winning system delivers superior cleaning performance while using 80 percent less water, up to 50 percent less energy, and approximately 50 percent less detergent than traditional systems. In addition to significant operational savings, the advanced technology has also proven to extend linen life with gentler cleaning...

ST. JOSEPH, MICH.—The Fred Maytag Award was recently presented to Hercules Corp. at the Maytag Commercial Laundry 57th Annual Meeting in Bonita Springs, Fla. As the longest-running award in the commercial laundry industry, this prestigious honor recognizes one deserving commercial laundry provider with the upmost regard each year.“We’re proud to commend Hercules for this award,” said Trey Northrup, General Manager of Maytag Commercial Laundry. “A long-term commercial laundry provider, Hercules has demonstrated tremendous excellence, customer service and unwavering dedication within commercial laundry—upholding the historic tradition associated with this honor.”Established by Fred Maytag, this esteemed accolade recognizes a Maytag Commercial...

CHESTNUT RIDGE, N.Y.—BioHiTech Global, Inc., a green technology company that provides data-driven solutions for food waste disposal, recorded a new quarterly record with 20 new Eco-Safe Digester orders from commercial customers across the United States and abroad in the first quarter of 2016. Camelback Resort, an interactive mountain resort in the Pocono Mountains, has placed an initial order for two Eco-Safe Digesters adding to BioHiTech’s family entertainment customer roster.Camelback Resort includes Camelback Lodge and Aquatopia—the biggest indoor waterpark in the Northeast. The 453-room lodge offers mountain activities from skiing and snowboarding to Pennsylvania’s largest outdoor water park and zip...

MANCHESTER, N.H.—Xeros, the innovator of an ultra-low water laundry system, introduces Xeros Sbeadycare XTEND, a new commercial laundry linen management solution for hotels that has been proven to extend the life of linens and in turn, lowers linen replacement costs as compared with traditional aqueous based washing. Sbeadycare XTEND is a first of its kind product for the laundry industry combining physical and digital technologies into a comprehensive “phygital” solution that utilizes smart, connected washing machines, responsive cleaning programs, and new polymers designed to offer the most gentle and effective cleaning system available. Xeros Sbeadycare XTEND will enhance the...