Wallin Foodservice Resources

The National Restaurant Association (NRA) Show is May 16-19, 2026, in Chicago. This year’s show is expected to once again bring in over 53,000 foodservice professionals from 100+ countries, continued proof that it’s the premier destination for foodservice innovation and inspiration. If you’re dealing with tight space, rising costs, labor shortages, or all of the above, you can find your fix at NRA '26 with  new products designed to solve operational challenges and improve efficiency .  Here’s just a taste of product innovations that are in store this year.   Cleveland 60-Gallon PowerPan ™ Gas Tilt Skillet With a capacity of 60 gallons in a 40-gallon footprint, the space-saving 60-Gallon PowerPan ™ Gas Tilt Skillet was made for operator ease and comfort with features like the easyTouch controller, power tilt, and a low 37" rim height. It’s also available in an electric model. See it at the show in booth #4801.   Convotherm mini pro The Convotherm mini...

Need to find a better way to make healthy meal choices easier for your busiest students? Fresh, preportioned foods such as salads, yogurt parfaits, and sandwich wraps are appetizing options students can quickly grab and go. Strong merchandising is key to enhancing visibility, accessibility, and proper serving temperature. Well designed and stocked merchandisers also help students get through the line faster.  These grab'n go merchandisers make fresh food options appealing, accessible, and easy for students to eat smart, even when they're on the go.   The Oasis Refrigerated Self-Service Dual Sided Case keeps the lines moving on both sides with an efficient way to serve milk and other cold grab’n go items like sandwiches, smoothies, yogurt, and veggie cups. This versatile Structural Concepts merchandising case enables you to serve healthy options to double the students in the same amount of time in a footprint that’s just a little larger than a single-sided case.  ...

Even as the weather warms, the path from kitchen to table can have a cooling effect on hot food. Distance, drafts, outdoor and off-premise dining all pose threats to food temperature and quality. Thankfully, with so many ways to boost and protect food temperature, there’s no need to fear or hear complaints about cold food. Sometimes, one simple operational change is all it takes to make a big difference. Here are 7 equipment MVP’s that all play important roles in protecting hot food so it can be enjoyed hot and delicious. 1. Plate Warmers A heated plate can boost serving temperatures and help keep food warm throughout the meal by preventing heat loss.  The Hatco PW Plate Warmer holds up to 25 pre-heated serving plates at an adjustable range of 104° to 122° F to help extend the hot holding times of most foods. Its doorless, open design makes it easy for staff to load and retrieve plates and clean the warmer. 2. Strip Heaters Hatco Glo-Ray Strip Heaters keep hot food hot ...

Thank goodness the enduring love of pizza, America's longtime favorite food, keeps the pizza market resilient in all kinds of economic conditions. There’s no other food that brings the comfort, shareability, and affordability that pizza does. In 2026, consumers are looking for something special, so if pizza's the star of your menu, it's your time to shine! Great atmosphere, quality, signature flavors, and stellar service all keep customers coming back. How do you strengthen those competitive advantages? Some of the latest equipment can help.   Create an Experience Nothing creates pizza theater like a Wood Stone Oven. Whether you choose a stone hearth oven like the Bistro Series or the OneRev Labor Saving Rotating Pizza Oven , your customers are in for the visual treat of live-fire cooking of their delicious pizza. The OneRev bakes perfectly cooked artisanal pizzas in one rotation. A single setting cooks multiple-size pizzas with an assortment of toppings. Cente...

There’s something about the start of a new year that inspires us to rethink and refresh. In a foodservice operation, that often means taking a hard look at space utilization and workflows. Over time, crowded prep areas, overstuffed storage, and excess equipment can cause operational bottlenecks to sneak up. Thankfully, every year comes with new foodservice innovations. Smarter commercial foodservice equipment can help you make the most of every square foot and open up those bottlenecks. From solutions that improve organization and workflows to compact, multi-functional cooking equipment, the right equipment choices can help transform even the tightest kitchens into more efficient spaces for the year ahead. 1. Wall and Corner Space Utilization Put your wall space to work with a Quantum Foodservice  Store Grid Task Station !  Store Grid systems are available with a variety of custom-configurable shelves, bins, baskets, and hooks.  Store Grid Task Stations are a convenie...

Holiday season foodservice operations can deliver a mixed bag of excitement and unpredictability. But when unexpected equipment breakdowns or last-minute capacity needs arise, there’s simply no time for downtime.  Quick-ship equipment programs give you fast access to the pieces you need to keep your kitchen and storage areas running smoothly, which can be especially handy during the hectic holiday season. Whether you’re replacing a failed unit, adding extra support for increased demand, or preparing for special holiday menus, quick-ship solutions can help your operation stay agile, efficient, and ready for anything the season brings your way. Below are five Quick Ship programs* that have your back when the heat is on.    Hatco Hatco's  extensive and industry-leading Quick-Ship Program offers over 300 models of popular equipment items, in various voltages, and accessories ready for shipment within 24 hours. Click here for complete program details . A selecti...