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Catering Insight and Foodservice Equipment Journal have recently joined forces to create a special
awards programme, honouring the extraordinary efforts of individuals and businesses during the most
challenging year in the industry’s history.

You may have heard that nominations for the Kitchen and Equipment Awards are in, and we were
delighted to find out that we’ve been shortlisted for the Supplier of the Year – Sustainability award !

This award is for a supplier which is championing environmental product development and energy
efficient products.

We’re incredibly thankful for the nomination and for being shortlisted. It really means a lot to the whole
team and we’re so proud of each and every member of the Quintex team who continues to work so
hard in such uncertain times.

Keep up to date with the awards progress on the Catering Insight website here – we’ve all got our fingers
crossed for a win!

The Quintex Staff Spotlight continues, and this month, we’d like to introduce you to Chris Stevens who is our Client and Partnerships Manager! Chris has a very important role within the company and he’s an integral part of the team.

How long have you worked at Quintex?

2 years.

What are you required to do in your role and why is your role so important in the company?

I look after the new inbound sales enquiries as well and look after several of our current key accounts on a day to day basis. My role also includes liaising with contractors, designers and direct to site whether that’s pubs, restaurants, hotels, or commercial properties.

What does a normal day look like for you?

If the weather’s nice, I sometimes ride my bicycle to work, so I try and start the day off getting some fresh air in my lungs and the blood pumping! Most days I like to get in early and get a head start, have breakfast and a coffee, catch up on the latest industry news, etc. Then it’s answering emails and getting on the phone to our respective clients and new opportunities.

Greatest achievement or most interesting project worked on whilst at Quintex?

The most interesting project I have worked on to date is a large hotel group in London, with some enormous properties in the centre of London. We conducted full site surveys to include Cheetah in their new HVAC operation in the bid to save money on energy. It was very interesting seeing behind the scenes of some of these worldwide brands where I have stayed and dined out in at points in my life.

Perks/favourite part of the job:

The difference between a good day and a great day is if I am able to have a conversation with someone where I’ve been able to report back from a survey the fantastic energy savings that are available to them when implementing Cheetah into their operation. I must also mention that it also helps working with likeminded people that all have a brilliant energy (even in the post lunch lull). And of course, a good bit of banter throughout the day.

A fun fact someone may not know about you?

I worked in the kitchen at The Ritz London, for a full day shift on work experience when I was 15 years old, let’s just say they worked me to the bone, and they got their money’s worth! Exhausting work but very interesting nonetheless! Keep your eyes peeled next month and see who will be under the spotlight!

A bit about you (hobbies, what you do out of work, etc.)

I am a keen sports fan from following my football team, Sunderland or watching England Cricket, Tennis, Rugby, and Golf. I also play football myself a few times a week. I am an avid music lover and I listen to all sorts from Rock ‘n’ Roll to Techno.

The Quintex Staff Spotlight continues, and this month, we’d like to introduce you to Mo Storrar who works in our production department! Mo is a crucial part of the team who always works above and beyond to keep things running smoothly, and is a real asset to the Quintex team.

How long have you worked at Quintex?

10 months.

What are you required to do in your role and why is your role so important in the company?

I build, test and send out all the Quintex parts to our engineers.

What does a normal day look like for you?

I come in and check the production emails and follow up on any orders/kit requests. I then look

at the planner to see what projects we have coming up, decide what to build based on this and any

other orders. I collect all the parts, check them over and then start to build the kit. Afterwards, I’ll pack up any parcels that need shipping out that day, plus any other bits that need doing in the warehouse like refurbishing drives or working on Ecofix.

Greatest achievement or most interesting project worked on whilst at Quintex?

Building the new Ecofix panels!

Perks/favourite part of the job:

Listening to my favourite podcasts while I’m working on Cheetah and having a lovely cup of tea 🙂

A bit about you (hobbies, what you do out of work, etc.)

I do a lot of reading and listening to podcasts but I love a good walk and go on hiking and cycling trips at the weekends whenever it’s sunny. I’m also a scuba diver and try to get in a couple of trips a year to all sorts of fun places to go diving and hang out with my dive buddies.

A fun fact someone may not know about you?

I used to play ice hockey for the Guildford Lightning!

Keep your eyes peeled next month and see who will be under the spotlight!

It’s very common for businesses to go out of their way to shout about all the incredible reasons why their company is the go-to in the industry. It’s natural for a company to want to show off how you’ll achieve great results with them and just why they’re better than any other business out there. We do it ourselves! However, businesses and potential clients aren’t always well matched.

We wanted to take a different approach.

Here are four reasons why you wouldn’t work with Quintex.

1. Sustainability isn’t your thing

If you’re not someone who is looking for new, sustainable and energy saving ways to help your commercial kitchen thrive, then perhaps we’re not the right company for you. We pride ourselves on being honest, respectful and open-minded towards everyone when it comes to sustainability, and that includes future generations too.

2. You choose convenience over saving money

Convenient cheaper solutions may work in the short term and offer a quick fix, but chances are you’re unlikely to unlock the full potential of the energy you can save. Here at Quintex, we know exactly how we can save you money and even control and monitor your chosen solutions with measurable results.

3. You’re not interested in company successes

Like any company who is immensely proud of what they’ve achieved over the years, we’re always sharing our positive energy with all our clients to really shout about what we’re good at. We’ve been in the industry for over 20 years, and installed over 8,000 systems, so we like to think we have some experience in the field! If you don’t like a confident team, you may not like our approach to business.

4. You don’t mind settling for second best

Since DCV started to materialise in early 2000’s, there have been a few solutions that have been brought to the market. Over the years we have refined our flagship product, Cheetah, and it has some truly unique features. What other DCKV system allows you to remotely access the fans for optimisation and troubleshooting? As well as providing additional safety features with the use of CO,CO2 and space temperature sensors. If you are going to do Energy Saving, you may as well do it properly!

Interested in how we can help?

If you’re still curious about Quintex, we’re always happy to help answer any questions you may have and give recommendations based on your individual needs. Give our friendly team a call today on 0118 973 9310 or email us at sales@quintex.co.uk.

We’re proud to unveil that we are one of the latest companies to sign up to the Specifi platform!

The global software platform for professional catering equipment connects distributors, designers and manufacturers, and Quintex products will now be showcased through the electronic catalogue.

Specifi is the leading software for making kitchen design much easier and simpler, with a global database containing CAD symbols, BIM/Revit families, catalogues and price lists for catering equipment, with a total of 500,000 products from more than 300 manufacturers. This assists in the ease of content creation, design, quoting and project management for foodservice professionals.

As market leaders in energy management technology within the commercial kitchen environment, Quintex provides innovative energy saving solutions for major restaurants, pubs, hotels, supermarkets and leisure operators. Joining Specifi enables us to bring our range of energy saving systems to a wider market.

Chris Stevens, Sales Manager of Quintex said, “We are delighted to be the latest company to join Specifi along with hundreds of other reputable manufacturers.

Specifi is a new avenue for us and it will enable us to get our systems out there in an entirely new fashion. I think it’s important that we allow our users to integrate our products into their kitchens in as many ways as possible.”

Quintex products, Ecofix, Biofix and Cheetah, continue to help kitchens across the UK to save money and energy. If you need more information, get in touch with our team on 0118 973 9310 or email us at sales@quintex.co.uk.

Here at Quintex, we’re always looking for new ways to support our customers and to make it even easier to benefit from our range of quality solutions for commercial kitchens.

We’re very happy to announce QFinance, our own financing support options to assist our customers when choosing Quintex solutions. Our aim for QFinance is to give everyone the opportunity to purchase our solutions through a more affordable process, not only making things simple, but ensuring our customers see the benefits and savings from day one. It provides very little risk and enables our clients to keep on track with their energy saving and long term sustainability goals.

How can QFinance help you?

We understand that controlling and monitoring cash flow is now more important than ever.

Operators will be dissecting all areas of their business to find where improvements and savings can be

made. However, with tighter budgets some of these businesses’ may not have the capital needed to

invest in long term solutions. This is where Quintex’s QFinance comes in.

QFinance will give businesses the option to utilise any of Quintex solutions, eliminating the

upfront costs and ensuring that businesses can save money from the moment after installation.

Spread the cost of our professional, quality solutions

With low fixed monthly payments, it’s now more affordable to opt for our solutions. This will enable you to get up and running with our products whilst keeping your finances in check.

Eliminate upfront costs

Investing in something right now is probably not at the forefront of every business’ mind. Our QFinance options eliminate the need for those larger upfront costs and ensures that you can plan ahead for the future.

Reach sustainability & energy goals

We understand companies may be putting sustainability and energy targets on the backburner due to budget restraints. With QFinance we can get you achieving your goals from the get go with no upfront costs.

Straightforward options

With easy monthly payments and agreement terms, to suit you and your financial needs, you can easily plan your spend each month without worrying about a large cost. We offer a range of straightforward options to suit your current situation, so there’s no reason why you can’t benefit from our solutions as soon as possible.

Find out more about QFinance and how we can help you

As the industry returns to normal, many projects will be pushed aside due to budget constraints, but with our new finance options, we give businesses’ the power to see positive results and savings from day one.

If you’d like to enquire about QFinance or want to know more, get in touch with the team. We’re back in the office and are dealing with enquiries as normal. Call us today on 0118 973 9310 or email us at sales@quintex.co.uk.

Here at Quintex, we understand the need to provide the very best service in everything we do, which is why we’re very happy to announce our new membership with the Foodservice Equipment Association.

The FEA is the largest and most influential membership association for companies involved in the manufacture, import/export, distribution, installation and servicing of commercial catering equipment. They currently represent over 200 companies and have been running for over 80 years.

Companies gaining FEA approval can take advantage of a range of membership benefits, including exclusive training, networking events and conferences, as well as the ability to further increase their knowledge in energy saving; something which we’re passionate about. The FEA also works to promote Electrical, Electronic Product Service and Installation Engineer apprenticeships and careers in the industry.

Managing Director of Quintex, Keith Stevens, is excited for the opportunity and thrilled with the recent confirmation of membership with the FEA. He said: “We’re incredibly proud to be involved with such a refreshing organisation. This is just the start of a positive partnership and the whole team at Quintex are excited to further develop their knowledge and skills in order to provide the best possible service for our customers.”

As we are now recognised by the FEA, our customers can be reassured that they are receiving the highest quality products at all times. We’ll get the best support, meaning that our team can provide an even better service for our customers than ever before.

For more information about how we can help you, get in touch

Quintex operates throughout Europe and are leaders in smart technology for commercial kitchens. We’re focused on reducing energy and operating costs for our clients whilst also offering helpful solutions for energy efficiency and grease management. For more information about what we do or how we can help your establishment, get in touch with the team today on 0118 973 9310 or email us at enquiries@quintex.co.uk.

Quintex are delighted to have been recognised as one of Catering Insight’s ‘100 Greats’, in the April edition of the magazine.

The magazine was looking for equipment that made its mark on the industry, pushing the boundaries of what was possible in a commercial kitchen.

The global foodservice appliance market is brimming with ingenious products, but it was Quintex’s Cheetah system that soared into the top 25 in the ‘Excellent Equipment’ category, recommended by the publisher for its revolutionary design and its improvements to the commercial kitchen working environment.

Catering Insight also cited our patented ventilation solution’s ability to modulate extract and supply fans in line with kitchen activity as well as its energy saving capabilities.

Demand-controlled kitchen ventilation has been gathering momentum over the last decade, but it was Cheetah that notably cornered the market in thousands of restaurant, pub, retail and leisure outlets in the UK.

Quintex would like to say a big thank you to Catering Insight for featuring and recognising the ability of the innovative Cheetah system, among so many other pioneering products.

To see Catering Insight’s celebration of people, projects, equipment and business developments in detail and read Quintex’s submission in full:

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Energy & Grease Management company Quintex is now listing their flagship product, Cheetah on AutoQuotes UK.

Cheetah, the EMEA’s leading demand-controlled kitchen ventilation system (DCKV), is now available to purchase on the online catalogue and quotation and design application.

AutoQuotes’ online application allows dealers to search and select items and automatically generate a quote. AutoQuotes will allow Quintex to distribute up-to-date product data so dealers can locate Cheetah and detect its product information more easily.

The energy saving system has gained serious traction and recognition, over the last 15 years, for its meticulous energy-saving features and benefits. The solution works by controlling fan speeds in line with the cooking activity, ultimately optimising energy use.

In commercial kitchens, variable speed drives can be mandatory for the control of larger extract fans. Cheetah controls the VFD in line with activity captured in the canopy, using optical and temperature sensor technology, safely minimising energy usage.

Emma Brooks, GM at Quintex, said: “We are very proud of our highly regarded, and reputable Cheetah system, which aims to reduce the amount of energy consumed in commercial kitchens saving money and the planet. We couldn’t be happier to see its launch on one of the industry’s most important platforms.

“Hopefully, we will be adding more of our innovative products on the platform in the near future.”

At Quintex, we understand the severity and current climate surrounding COVID-19. As a business we are looking to support wherever we can, offering free optimisation to our clients at this time as well as reaching out to provide further support where possible.

The UK Government are currently looking for businesses like ours, who have a readiness to supply ventilators and ventilator components, to support in the supply of these products across the United Kingdom as part of their response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Together as a team, we have put ourselves forward for the challenge in the hopes that we can truly make a difference and support our country and industries in this time of need.

Supporting during this time is something we are passionate about, and as this rapid process begins to unfold we hope to make a difference wherever we can.