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From time to time, we’re approached by customers with that classic question: what is a pan dolly and why do I need one for sheet pan storage? In the latest blog from Schaumburg Specialties, we look at what pan dollies do and how they can help virtually any business when it comes to storing […]

If your business works within a busy food production environment like a commercial kitchen or commissary kitchen, it’s highly likely that you’ve asked yourself one key question: what is an aluminum dunnage rack and why do I need one? In the latest blog from Schaumburg Specialties, we explore the benefits of dunnage racks and how […]

Depending on the size and nature of your food production operation, you’ll likely arrive at that important question: do I need a single sheet pan rack or a double sheet pan rack? We’re making that decision-making process as simple as possible by comparing the benefits of single and double sheet pan racks for food production. […]

Have you ever wondered how to increase productivity with oven racks? You’re not alone! Every day, thousands of food producers throughout America use oven racks to produce food en-masse. In the latest blog from ShopCraft, we share some tips with our customers on how to increase food production using these products in three simple steps. […]

Here at Schaumburg Specialties, we’re passionate about supporting our customers across the food, medical and manufacturing sectors with high quality racks and carts from SHOPCraft
Ⓡ: our flagship range of bakery racks. With over 30 years of experience in metal fabrication and superior performance racking solutions, we ask the question: why choose Schaumburg Specialties for SHOPCraftⓇ […]

Working in a commercial kitchen, you might have come across the frustration that occurs when the pans and trays on your oven racks won’t go back in place easily. As grease and burnt food builds up on the racks, they start to catch as you try to slide them in and out. Any grime left […]

When you’re starting a new business, there are a lot of details to keep track of and decisions to make and a new bakery is no exception. It is very tricky to determine the best way to balance the cost of your supplies with the daily demand from customers.
Aside from ingredients, there are many kitchen essentials […]

Aluminum is an example of an element that is capable of enduring the electrochemical conversion process which means the structure of the outer metal is permanently changed. The benefits of anodizing aluminum are plentiful—it improves the aesthetic quality, makes for ideal chemical properties, and is inexpensive.When standard aluminum is exposed to air, a thick layer […]

Those in the commercial foodservice industry are likely familiar with the NSF or National Sanitation Foundation. It’s common for equipment or smallwares to be adorned with a small NSF certification mark.
So, what is NSF, and why are NSF-certified products important to your foodservice operation? Here’s everything you need to know.What Does NSF Stand For?
As mentioned above, […]

Aluminum is an indispensable engineering material present in all facets of modern life. From pots and pans to aircraft, motor vehicles, and smartphones, its versatile nature offers many practical applications that extend from domestic use to outer space. Its lightweight, highly malleable, and recyclable characteristics make it a desirable manufacturing material in an increasingly environmentally […]

In nearly every industry imaginable, aluminum has a purpose. This highly versatile material can make cooking pans, bikes, wheels, machinery, and so much more. Over time, aluminum has a tendency to oxidize, resulting in a layer of grey, chalky cast.
As soon as you notice the aluminum oxidation beginning to form, there are certain methods to remove […]

Stainless steel is an incredibly versatile material. With four main formulations of stainless steel, each comes with unique properties in terms of resistance to corrosion and oxidation, tensile strength, and melting point.To ensure you choose the right type of stainless steel for your needs, it’s important to understand the properties of each and the ideal applications. […]