• Custom Fabrication – Making it Happen

    Eagle Group 100 Industrial Blvd., Clayton, DE, United States

    Provided by Eagle Group 5 CEUs available The consultants who attend will be able to grasp how fabrication techniques have advanced through the years, this includes the use of both lasers and robotics in manufacturing. They will understand what materials make up stainless steel, what NSF considers food grade materials. How the engineering process works and how it ties to the manufacturing process by computer. To register, contact Karen Seeney at kseeney@eaglegrp.com or 302-653-3000 et. 3025.

  • Refrigerant Regulations for Foodservice

    Frontier Energy 1075 Serpentine Lane, Suite B, Pleasanton, CA, United States

    Provided by California Energy Wise (CEW), PG&E, Frontier Energy - Food Tech Service Center 1.5 CEU available This presentation will review the latest U.S. federal and California state refrigerant regulations and the prescribed phase-down schedules for high-GWP (Global Warming Potential) refrigerant gases used in small commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems that are typically found in restaurants. Low-GWP alternative gases and systems (Class A2L and A3) and the associated energy implications will be discussed. Participants will be able to: Specify refrigeration and HVAC equipment that will be in compliance with State and Federal refrigerant and energy efficiency regulations. Specify equipment that uses the most current adopted low-GWP refrigerants. Use no-cost, online, utility resources to locate energy efficient refrigeration equipment, calculate ROI, and receive incentives under the CA Energy Wise Instant Rebates program. Speakers: Angelo Karas, Senior Lab Technician, Frontier Energy’s Food Service Tech Center To register, contact Kiana Caban, kcaban@frontierenergy.com or 925.866.2844

  • Hot Water Design for Heat Pump Water Heaters

    6050 N. Irwindale Ave, Suite E 6050 N. Irwindale Ave, Suite E, Irwindale, CA, United States

    Provided by California Energy Wise (CEW), Southern California Edison 2 CEUs available Description: The California Energy Commission is currently pursuing many programs which are aimed at decarbonizing our energy infrastructure including all-electric cooking, space heating and water heating. The commercial foodservice industry has started to adopt efficient electric cooking equipment as the first step towards all-electric, zero net carbon kitchens. This class explains how the foodservice industry can take the most important next step towards zero carbon by addressing one of the biggest barriers: How to replace the traditional gas-fired hot water systems with electric heat pump water heaters. Learn how heat-recovery dishmachines, effective plumbing design, and decentralized, point-of-use water heating are necessary to make heat pump water heaters perform effectively in the demanding commercial kitchen environment. Participants will be able to: Describe the water and energy savings associated with heat recovery dishmachines. Understand the benefits of using heat pump water heaters in commercial foodservice. Understand how heat recovery dishmachines and heat pump water heaters can make each other cost effective. Speaker: Richard Young, Director of Education, Frontier Energy’s, Food Service Technology Center To register, contact Gwen Yamasaki at gwen.yamasaki@sce.com or 626.812.7566.

  • Fryer Specifying 101

    Fryer Specifying 101
    Webinar

    Provided by Frymaster .5 CEU available Summary: To provide an overview of questions to ask and get answered when specifying a commercial fryer with your clients. Available the last Friday of each month at 12:00 pm Eastern Time. Training Login Information Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 231 803 714 386 Passcode: bH7J6PQ6 For questions, contact Kirk Gross, kirk.goss@frymaster.com or 770-880-4124

  • Baking Bread in a Rack Oven Webinar

    Webinar

    Provided by Revent & the Retail Bakers of America 1 CEUs provided *Complimentary Registration for FCSI Members Running out of space? Can't afford a deck oven? Think you need one for real artisan bread? This live demonstration will show you how one rack oven can handle your entire operation - from morning pastries to crusty sourdough loaves. No deck oven required. Watch sourdough, baguettes, and focaccia baked live in a rack oven. Program: Part 1: Adapting Artisan Bread Techniques for Rack Ovens (20-30 minutes) Jen Heide, Certified Bread Baker and Assistant Pastry Chef at the Everglades Club, will share what bakers need to know about airflow, heat transfer, and steaming when baking artisan bread in rack ovens. Part 2: Artisan Bread Baking Demo (20-30 minutes) Michael Landman, Test Baker at Revent, will bake sourdough loaves, baguettes, and focaccia live in the ONE39 rack oven, followed by Q&A. Attendees can earn FCSI (Foodservice Consultants Society International) continuing education credits. Registration: Free for RBA members | $30 for non-members Register HERE FCSI Members - to request the complimentary registration please contact Sophie Boczek at sophie@retailbakersofamerica.org  

  • BLEND – Where Commercial & Residential Design Meet

    Middleby Residential Dallas Showroom 2701 E State Hwy 121, Suite 600, Lewisville, United States

    Join the Middleby Commercial and Residential teams onsite at your local Middleby Showroom for an in-person, experience-driven educational and interactive demonstration. The education will dial in on various equipment integrations in Resi-Mercial™ applications, including: Hotels, Resorts, Country Clubs, Senior Living Facilities, Welcome Centers, Office Spaces, Stadium or Entertainment Suites, Travel or Executive Lounges, Retail Spaces and many more! Approved for 4 CEUs REGISTER For more information contact Meghan Daro mdaro@middleby.com 610-810-6038 Agenda

  • Fall 2025 FWE Consultant Seminar

    Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown 301 3rd Avenue South, Nashville, TN

    Provided by FWE / Food Warming Equipment Co. Inc. 7.5 CEUs available Learning Objective:  Provide knowledge of various heating, holding and transport systems to assist in designing future client projects.  We will review construction and design methods, which will allow future FCSI clients to deliver meals efficiently, safely and at top quality.  Categories that will be covered include Low Temperature Cooking, Holding, Serving Equipment, Re-thermalizing Units, Utility Transports, Refrigeration, as well as Portable Bars and Racks.  We will have an in-depth presentation on the benefits of electric smokers, and how they can potentially increase revenue without the costly investment of traditional pit BBQ.  We will close the evening with a Chef hosted, behind the scenes glimpse at Nashville’s hottest small batch bakery, The Buttermilk Ranch, where Executive Chef Alyssa Gangeri will discuss: What it means to be a small batch bakery, what top issues are currently faced by the food service industry and how the right equipment can make or break a restaurant.   To register, contact Travis Hartley at t-hartley@fweco.net or 615-945-2221.

  • Refrigerant Regulations for Foodservice

    Food Service Technology Center 1075 Serpentine Ln, Suite B, Pleasanton, CA

    Provided in conjunction with Frontier Energy 1.5 CEUs available *In-person and remote Summary: This presentation will review the latest U.S. federal and California state refrigerant regulations and the prescribed phase-down schedules for high-GWP (Global Warming Potential) refrigerant gases used in small commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems that are typically found in restaurants. Low-GWP alternative gases and systems (Class A2L and A3) and the associated energy implications will be discussed. Participants will be able to: 1. Specify refrigeration and HVAC equipment that will be in compliance with State and Federal refrigerant and energy efficiency regulations. 2. Specify equipment that uses the most current adopted low-GWP refrigerants. 3. Use no-cost, online, utility resources to locate energy efficient refrigeration equipment, calculate ROI, and receive incentives under the CA Energy Wise Instant Rebates program. To register for In-Person instruction - Refrigerant Regulations for Foodservice - IN-PERSON - PG&E Energy Education Classes To register for remote instruction - https://pge.docebosaas.com/learn/courses/3349/refrigerant-regulations-for-foodservice  

  • Middleby MAINS Kitchen of the Future

    Middleby Innovation Kitchens 2701 E State Highway 121, Business Suite 600, Lewisville, TX

    Provided by Middleby 9.25 CEUs available Monday, December 8th – Day 1 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM - Attendees Arrival, Training Room 2:00 PM - Introductions and Housekeeping 2:15 PM - MIK Tour 2:45 PM – Session 1: Automation & Robotics 3:30 PM – Session 2: Automated Cooking Solutions 4:15 PM – Session 3: Automated Braising Solutions 5:00 PM – Review Culinary Competition and Teams, Café 5:15 PM – Culinary Competition Begins 6:30 PM – Cocktails, Dinner and Networking 7:30 PM – Departures from MIK to Hotel   Tuesday, December 9th – Day 2 8:10 AM – Departure from hotel to MIK 8:30 AM – Welcome Reception Coffee Bar / Follett RIDE 9:00 AM – Resi-Mercial and Breakfast 10:00 AM – Session 4: Induction 10:45 AM – Break 11:00 AM – KEYNOTE / Panel 12:00 PM – Session 5: Automated Frying Solutions 12:20 PM – Session 6: IOT 12:40PM – Session 7: Ventless Solutions & Hands On Lunch 2:00 PM – Departures To register, click HERE

  • Mastering Foodservice Ovens: From Radiant to Combi

    Webinar

    Provided by Cres Cor 1 CEU available Agenda and Objectives: Discover the full spectrum of commercial-oven technology — from radiant and convection to combi-oven solutions — and how to pick the right one for your facility. Whether you run a school kitchen, hospital food-service, senior-living facility, or chains we’ll walk through key features, efficiency benefits, cost implications, and best practices for operation and maintenance. By the end of this webinar you'll be able to: Understand the differences between oven types and their ideal use-cases. Evaluate which oven suits your operational volume, menu needs, and physical space. Avoid common pitfalls and long-term maintenance issues. Position your next oven purchase to maximize value and minimize downtime. Register

  • Fryer Specifying 101

    Fryer Specifying 101
    Webinar

    Provided by Frymaster .5 CEU available Summary: To provide an overview of questions to ask and get answered when specifying a commercial fryer with your clients. Available the last Friday of each month at 12:00 pm Eastern Time. Training Login Information Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 231 803 714 386 Passcode: bH7J6PQ6 For questions, contact Kirk Gross, kirk.goss@frymaster.com or 770-880-4124

  • Follett Factory & Product Training

    Follett Products LLC 801 Church Lane, Easton, PA

    Provided by Middleby 13 CEUs available December 2-5, 2025 Middleby invites you to experience the cleanest, safest, and smartest ice on the market! This exclusive session is a focused factory training hosted by Follett Products, where we’ll dive deep into everything nugget ice—from what makes it the consumer favorite to how it transforms operations in foodservice, healthcare, and workplace settings. Held in the beautiful, historic town of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, this immersive event is specifically designed for design consultants who want to strengthen their understanding of Follett solutions and stay at the forefront of equipment innovation. Come see why nugget ice isn’t just a trend—it’s a category-defining standard. Become your client’s go-to expert on the industry’s cleanest, safest, and most beloved ice solution. Follett Factory Training Details and Registration Page – https://solutions.middleby.com/follett-factory-training-2025