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    Refrigerants: How Do They Work And Why Does It Matter?

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    Refrigeration has been one of the better innovations of our era, bringing about a great deal of convenience for businesses and everyday households. Before this technology was introduced, people were left with limited methods of preserving t...

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    Understanding A2L Refrigerants and Their Impact on Buyers

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    In recent years, the refrigeration industry has witnessed a significant shift towards adopting environmentally friendly solutions to reduce ...

    Why Ice Builds Up in Commercial Freezers (and how you can prevent it)

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    Having ice build-up in commercial freezers not only looks unattractive, but it can also damage your refrigeration unit. Here are several rea...
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    Preparing Your Business for A2L Refrigerant Compliance

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    In an era where environmental regulations are tightening around the globe, staying ahead in the refrigeration industry isn't just about inno...
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    How to Stay Informed on EPA Policies Surrounding A2L Refrigerants

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    As environmental concerns and regulations evolve, businesses must stay informed about new policies and technologies. One key area of focus i...
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    Discover How RDT Leads A2L Compliance at NAFEM Show 2025

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    The foodservice industry is preparing for a transformative change with the impending adoption of A2L refrigerants, driven by regulations to ...

    Meet Our Project Manager, Brandon Colton

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    One of our most popular series here on the blog is Meet Our Team. We love introducing our team members to let everyone get to know them and ...
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    Strengthening Company Culture in Manufacturing

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    A strong company culture is crucial for driving growth and market leadership in today's competitive landscape. Not only does it support empl...

    Meet Our Production Scheduler, Trey Paden

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    This month in our Meet Our Team series, we introduce you to Production Scheduler Trey Paden. With RDT for 2 years, Trey is new to the refrig...
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    Tis the Season to Reduce Food Waste

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    The holiday season means seeing an increase in customers at restaurants, bars, hotels, and hospitality venues. However, this heightened culi...

    Rep Resumé: EPI Kitchen

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    RDT is extremely selective about the rep firms we work with. We choose only the best, and EPI Kitchen is no exception. A manufacturers' rep ...
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    The Changing Landscape of C-Store Foodservice

    2 min read
    Convenience stores have become a destination for millions of consumers seeking fast food and a one-stop shopping experience. This revenue st...
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    Check Out What’s New at RDT!

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    For 50 years, Refrigeration Design Technologies has provided clients with best-in-class customer service and the most technologically advanc...
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    Innovate, Automate, Refrigerate - RDT's Approach to Cutting-Edge Technology

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    The technological revolution has changed nearly every aspect of society, including within the foodservice refrigeration industry. Innovation...
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    The Rise of Food-Forward University Dining Halls: Exploring the Latest Culinary Trend

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    College campuses nationwide are expanding their foodservice offerings to include bold, fresh flavors and new cuisines that a more diverse st...
    The Basics of the RDT Model ZS

    The Basics of PremierPak Refrigeration System

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    Refrigeration racks aren't just for large jobs and spaces. In fact, at RDT, we build racks for any size project with the same dependable qua...
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    Feeding the Golden Years - Senior Care Foodservice’s Top Challenges

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    Senior living facilities have a lot on their plates, and one of the biggest tasks is ensuring their residents are fed. This includes not onl...
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    Investing in the Future: Benefits of RDT Eco-Cool Systems for C-Stores

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    Convenience stores are more popular than ever among consumers, as many people are interested in grab-n-go food and beverage options that are...
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    Maintaining Proper Temperature and Humidity Levels with the Controlled Environment

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    Environmental control is critical for ensuring the quality of your commercial products. While controlling the environment means controlling ...
    The Top Three School Foodservice Refrigeration Challenges

    The Top Three School Foodservice Refrigeration Challenges

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    How can we get more students to eat healthier lunches at a lower cost? That's the goal of any school nutrition director, and it's the main c...
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    2022 Wrapped: Popular Commercial Refrigeration Content

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    Last year saw a lot of advances in foodservice, as well as many challenges. As we tie the final bow on 2022, here's the RDT content that was...
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    The Future of Refrigeration Systems Relies on Innovation

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    In the past, some refrigeration systems were not environmentally friendly. Through years of innovations and efforts, this is changing. Now, ...

    How Upgrading Your Refrigeration Technology Lowers Your Total Cost of Ownership

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    Upgrading commercial refrigeration technology can help restaurants save money even when that equipment comes with an investment. It only tak...
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    The Facts On Chewable Nugget Ice And Its Profitability

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    One of the newest food crazes is chewable ice. Also known in the industry as nugget ice, this trend has plenty of people talking . . . and c...
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    Get Your Restaurant Refrigeration Ready For The Holidays

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    As the holiday season approaches, more people are preparing to host friends and family for big meals. While holiday gatherings have been on ...

    How Restaurants Can Stop Wasting Food And Energy

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    Compared to other commercial spaces that are similar in size, quick service restaurants (QSRs) on average consume more energy per square foo...
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    The Effect Of Cold Storage And Moisture On Food Storage

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    Food quality is highly dependent on proper storage climates. Temperature and moisture levels must remain within an ideal range for food to s...

    How Does It Work? The Refrigeration Cycle

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    Knowing how refrigeration works is crucial to finding the right solutions for your foodservice operation, and fortunately, the basics are ea...

    CARB Regulations That Affect California Businesses

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    Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants, once thought beneficial for the environment, are now better understood to have a detrimental impact on...

    The Importance of Heat Reclaim for Under-Floor Heating

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    As with other industries, the foodservice sector is facing many unique challenges. In 2022, restaurants and other cold storage establishment...

    3 Innovations That Every Restaurant Should Adopt

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    When aiming to launch a successful restaurant, the owner should be looking at a few key aspects: business strategy, food design, staff hirin...

    Walk-Ins Aren't Just for Restaurants Anymore

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    Having a great walk-in cooler or freezer is important in every restaurant and bar. But walk-ins aren't only for the foodservice industry. In...

    Do Your Refrigeration Specifications Need Updating?

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    The world around us continues to launch new technologies that transform and enhance our day-to-day lives, and developments in refrigeration ...

    Important Considerations for a Walk-In Keg Cooler

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    Whether a classic keg of suds or something more progressive like kegs of cold brew coffee or kombucha, kegged beverages can turn bad or crea...

    How Cold Storage Works for International Food Items

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    People around the world enjoy ingredients from other parts of the world, but it doesn't just show up on the plate. The reality is foods are ...

    Advancements in Commercial Refrigeration System Technologies Can Offset Labor Costs for Restaurants

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    It might not seem immediately obvious, but commercial refrigeration systems are everywhere. We all know that grocery stores, convenience sto...
    Convenience Store Refrigeration Equipment

    What to Consider When Selecting Convenience Store Refrigeration Equipment

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    When people think of gas stations and convenience stores, the typical thought process is that most of the money is made at the pump. In real...

    Getting Creative with Leftovers: Safe Refrigeration Is the Key

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    Just like homes, foodservice operations can generate a lot of leftovers. Are you using those leftovers to prevent food waste and improve you...

    The Importance of Good Refrigeration in Ghost Kitchens

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    As the food delivery business continues to boom, ghost kitchens make it more convenient to deliver meals by saving time, maximizing space, s...

    RDT Wrapped - A look At Our Top Commercial Refrigeration Blogs of 2021

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    It's certainly been a wild ride, and we still have a few days to go. The year 2021 will go down as one that saw many challenges, as well as ...

    Rep Résumé - Clements-Stella-Gallagher Marketing

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    Based on Long Island, just outside of New York City, Clements-Stella-Gallagher Marketing (CSGM) carries a tradition very similar to that of ...
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    Electronic Expansion Valves: Why They Matter in Refrigeration Systems

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    When it comes to making decisions, do you tend to go with your brain or your heart? In some cases, that may lead to dramatically different r...

    Introducing Polarcraft: Value Refrigeration Backed by Quality Engineering

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    When you're considering value refrigeration options, don't sacrifice quality. Polarcraft Refrigeration Products was formed to solve that cha...

    3 Refrigeration Maintenance Tips to Prepare for Winter

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    As we head into the colder winter months, it's a great time to make sure your refrigeration systems are up-to-date. While that might seem co...

    RDT and the Commitment to Growth

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    One of the advantages of being a family-owned and operated company is that it allows us to maintain close ties to our local community, and m...

    How to Upgrade Your School Refrigeration System on a Tight Budget

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    While budgetary concerns are something most schools deal with on an annual basis, it's something that can be prepared and accounted for. Thr...
    Five Food Waste Initiatives That Can Increase Profit Potential

    Five Food Waste Initiatives That Can Increase Profit Potential

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    When it comes to food waste, there are many reasons why foodservice operations across North America look to reduce it. In fact, over the las...

    Why C-Stores Are Getting More Profitable

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    With all the pandemic restrictions on gatherings and movements, everyone expected the downfall of business activities and the cutback on pro...
    How The Contents Inside Your Box Affect Your Refrigeration System

    How Acidity Affects Your Refrigeration System

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    When's the last time you checked the pH level of your pool? Easy question if you own one. Now when's the last time you checked the pH levels...

    What Is The Ideal Temperature For Commercial Refrigerators?

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    Are your commercial refrigerators holding food at the right temperature? If not, they could be putting your food in the 'Danger Zone' of pot...
    The Keys to Storing Ice Cream

    The Keys to Storing Ice Cream

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    Americans love their ice cream. According to the International Dairy Foods Association, the average American eats more than 23 pounds per ye...
    When and Why Humidity Matters

    How Customized Refrigeration Solutions from RDT Preserved Film Reels

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    "But, it's a dry heat." As summer temperatures creep upwards for most of the United States, we've surely all heard that saying. And it can r...

    Versatility With Switching From Walk-in Cooler To Freezer

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    Being flexible in business can help you pivot and adjust to sudden changes. This includes your commercial refrigeration. Having the ability ...
    Introducing Polar Metalworks

    Introducing Polar Metalworks

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    We’re proud to introduce a new passion project that combines our advanced equipment capabilities, mechanical aptitude, and a bit of artistry...

    The Importance Of Having A Backup Compressor

    1 min read
    Having automation in commercial refrigeration is important, especially in the foodservice business. When backup compressors are used, it hel...

    Why Your School May Benefit from RDT

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    We've spoken at length recently about the benefit that the retrofit kit may bring to your foodservice operation. Schools have had to adapt a...

    An Intro to Smart Access

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    Technology is something that is always evolving. Power companies, home security systems, and appliances are providing smart systems that all...

    Happy Retirement To Our Senior Project Manager, James Beam

    3 min read
    Our Senior Project Manager, James Beam, will be retiring from RDT after 12 years of working with us.
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    A Quick Look at Retrofitting a Commercial Refrigeration System

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    Because commercial refrigeration is one of the biggest drains on energy consumption in foodservice, it goes without saying commercial refrig...

    Refrigeration Solutions Should Come With Top-Tier Customer Service

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    There are two key aspects to what we do at RDT. The reason we're here is to deliver best-in-class refrigeration solutions to help our custom...

    Rep Resume: High Sabatino Associates

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    Here at RDT, we love working together with our amazing group of reps that span across North America. In Virginia, Maryland, and the metro Wa...
    Why Geography Matters to Your Commercial Refrigeration

    Why Geography Matters to Your Commercial Refrigeration

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    One of the things often overlooked in foodservice is how geographical location can impact an operations foodservice equipment. Some things a...

    3 Ways To Spot Freezer Burn In Commercial Kitchens

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    Freezer burn can be one of the biggest contributors to food waste in commercial kitchens and dissatisfied customers. From poor flavors to de...

    Introducing Our New Laser

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    All of us here at RDT are always looking for exciting ways to grow. We've recently shared our newest staffing additions as well as the story...

    The History of Refrigerated Trucking

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    Food transportation in the United States is an important business that relies mostly on long haul trucking. Trucks today handle 70% of goods...
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    How Eco-Cool Impacts a Fine-Dining Steakhouse in Detroit

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    Prime + Proper has been mentioned as one of the finest steakhouses in America. When it opens over the next several weeks, there will be many...

    Using Food Waste To Develop Creative New Dishes

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    Many define food waste as throwing out food that is inedible or spoiled. But the term food waste also includes edible food that is leftover ...
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    What's a Refrigeration Review?

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    Refrigeration can be some of the most overlooked but profitable units in a commercial kitchen, and there's good reason for this. Statistical...
    Foodservice Trends for 2021

    Foodservice Trends for 2021

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    It's time to say goodbye to 2020, and hello to 2021. Starting a new year is always fun. From celebrating various holidays to making New Year...
    Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from RDT

    Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from RDT

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    I wanted to take a few minutes to say thank you to all of our amazing customers and partners. We know this year has been anything but ordina...

    Do You Have Access to Your Refrigeration Diagnostics?

    1 min read
    One thing that's clear over the course of 2020 is that technology is playing an even greater role in the foodservice industry. From the abil...
    4 Blast Chilling Facts to Consider

    4 Blast Chilling Facts to Consider

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    At its core, blast chilling is the safest and most efficient way to move foods through the Danger Zone into ideal storage conditions. Whethe...

    Rep Resume: RHI Solutions

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    Here at RDT, we value our relationships and our partnerships more than anything, and a huge part of that is the working relationship we have...
    All About Humidity Rooms

    The Importance of Humidity-Controlled Rooms

    2 min read
    We've had discussions in the past about dry aging meat and why humidity plays an important role in that process. Humidity-controlled rooms a...

    Why A Commissioned Project May Be Best For You

    2 min read
    Quality design and construction are crucial facets to the integrity of every piece of RDT equipment. A poor quality installation can quickly...

    An Update on the DOE's Refrigeration Regulations

    1 min read
    On July 10, the new Department of Energy standards took effect for medium and low-temperature walk-in evaporator coils and low-temperature c...

    Is Your Evaporator Coil Plug and Play?

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    Is your evaporator coil plug and play? Does it require the refrigeration installer to add components on site? Does it involve the electricia...
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    Some Keys to Storing Blood

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    There are many reasons we store blood. From blood banks that stock supplies in case of emergencies to cord blood storage used to capture DNA...
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    The Beginner's Guide to Digital Scroll Compressors

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    What do foodservice operations like restaurants, schools, or hospital cafeterias have in common? The need for commercial refrigeration that ...

    Rep Résumé - Eaton Marketing

    1 min read
    Eaton Marketing is one of our longest-tenured manufacturer's reps here at RDT. That says a lot about who they are and what they stand for. I...
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    The Cold Hard Facts About Food Waste

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    $160 billion. That’s a lot of money. It’s also how much Americans waste in food every year. That’s roughly 30-40% of the food supply in the ...
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    Meet Our Administrative Assistant, Dee Dee Jackson

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    We're back today sharing with you another small glimpse into our RDT staff family. Our Administrative Assistant Latricia, known as Dee Dee a...
    The Story Behind Our New Brand

    Looking Ahead In To RDT's Future: The Story Behind Our New Brand

    2 min read
    At the turn of the new year and new decade, we knew that something exciting was coming up. As the entire world took a pause to quarantine, w...
    The Benefits of Remote Monitoring with Eco-Smart

    The Benefits of Remote Monitoring with Eco-Smart

    2 min read
    In a world where foodservice hours are limited and operations are adjusting to meet new regulations, finding a way to reduce spending while ...
    Join RDT As We Jump In To Virtual Learning

    Join RDT As We Jump In To Virtual Learning

    2 min read
    We all know that the climate is very different today, compared to how it was in January and February of 2020. In March, COVID-19 put a halt ...
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    Meet One Of Our Project Managers, David Schubarth

    1 min read
    RDT is a family owned and operated business. When we hire our staff, we bring them in to our work-family, and we take that position very ser...

    Restaurant Energy Consumption Statistics and the High Cost of Energy

    2 min read
    Energy costs are always a major concern in the restaurant industry. The ongoing, robust use of energy-intensive, commercial kitchen applianc...
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    The Shelf Life of Vegetables

    2 min read
    For many Americans, eating healthy can be a daily struggle. With increasingly busy schedules and only so many hours in the day, finding the ...

    Smart Recoil: The Science and Dynamics Behind Ice Formation

    3 min read
    It's cool how ice is formed, but it's even cooler how to prevent it. Learning about smart recoil and the science and dynamics behind ice for...
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    A Quick Look at the Smart Kitchen Trend

    2 min read
    It's the decade of technological advances and discovering ways to become more sustainable in business. When it comes to foodservice operatio...

    Meet Our New VP of Engineering, Chris Boryca

    2 min read
    RDT is proud to announce the hiring of our new vice president of engineering, Chris Boryca. Chris comes to us with an extensive foodservice ...

    Why (and When) You Should Coat Your Commercial Refrigeration Condensers

    1 min read
    The beach sure can be beautiful and relaxing -- the gentle breeze through the palms, the rhythmic waves splashing against the sand, and the ...
    Zero Waste in the Food Service Industry

    An Update on Zero Waste in the Food Service Industry

    2 min read
    We all want zero waste, especially in restaurants and other forms of foodservice operations. As a result, many restaurants, cafeterias, and ...
    How Retrofitting Evaporator Coils Can Reduce Energy Consumption

    How Retrofitting Evaporator Coils Can Reduce Energy Consumption

    2 min read
    In 2020, there is the reoccurring question of "How can we put a stop to climate change and become more sustainable within foodservice operat...
    Consistent Refrigerated Temperatures Required for These 10 Foods

    Consistent Refrigerated Temperatures Required for These 10 Foods

    3 min read
    Navigating the world of proper food refrigeration can sometimes be confusing. Here at RDT, we want to simplify it for you. We've previously ...
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    A Brief History of the Texas Ice House

    2 min read
    In the days before a refrigerator in every kitchen, a well-equipped kitchen had an icebox. An icebox was a large wooden box on legs that was...
    Why Commercial Freezer Defrost Systems Are Like the Human Heart

    Why Refrigeration Control Systems Are Like the Human Heart

    1 min read
    The human heart is a magnificent piece of machinery. Believe it or not, it also makes for a great analogy when talking about certain aspects...
    Discover the Top 10 Core Values at RDT

    Discover the Top 10 Core Values at RDT

    1 min read
    Who you are is comprised of what you do, how you do it, and why. Here at RDT, we make it our mission to deliver excellence through our indus...
    5 Ways to Keep Cold Air Inside Your Walk-Ins

    5 Ways to Keep Cold Air Inside Your Walk-Ins

    2 min read
    If you're in the foodservice industry, you know your utility bill is one of your largest expenses. And of those energy eaters, your walk-in ...
    A Review of the 2020 Department of Energy Regulations for Commercial Refrigeration

    A Review of the 2020 Department of Energy Regulations for Commercial Refrigeration

    2 min read
    January 1, 2020 and July 10, 2020 are the deadlines for manufacturers of commercial refrigeration to show that they are in compliance with t...

    3 Reasons Why We Waste Food

    1 min read
    Think of how many times you’ve grabbed an apple only to find a section of it bruised. What happened to that apple? Did you disregard the imp...
    An Early Look at 2020 Food Safety Trends

    An Early Look at 2020 Food Safety Trends

    2 min read
    Multi-state, foodborne illnesses continue to affect American consumers, and not only from farm-to-supermarket. Downstream food service opera...
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    A Video Recap of the FCSI Education Provider Program

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    Record-breaking attendance, enlightening industry discussions, and even glow-in-the-dark bowling. If you happened to miss out on the 2019 FC...
    A Quick Look at the Important C-Store Trends

    3 Ways C-Stores Are Preparing for the Future

    2 min read
    In 2018, U.S. convenience stores boasted their 16th year in a row of record-breaking inside sales. The National Association of Convenience S...
    An Update on California’s Hydrofluorocarbon Reduction Efforts

    An Update on California’s Hydrofluorocarbon Reduction Efforts

    2 min read
    The world is caught up in the changes and causes concerning climate change. Closer to home, the state of California seems to be at the foref...

    What is the Ideal Temperature for Commercial Freezers?

    1 min read
    Just a few degrees can separate food waste from profitable food. Store food in temperatures that are too warm and it will spoil. Store food ...
    A Quick Look at the State of K-12 School Foodservice

    A Quick Look at the State of K-12 School Foodservice

    3 min read
    School cafeterias aren't what they used to be. These days, there's a major push to bring nutritious food to every child in America's K-12 sc...
    5 Refrigeration Maintenance Tips from RDT

    5 Refrigeration Maintenance Tips from RDT

    2 min read
    Preventive maintenance is essential if you want your refrigeration unit to last. While some may think about service and call an expert only ...
    RDT Chill Team Refrigeration Experts

    The Chill Team Can Help Streamline Your Foodservice Project

    1 min read
    Foodservice projects often begin with consultants providing drawings as part of the design and specification process. On many occasions, the...
    The Five Most Harmful Effects of Freezer Burn in Restaurants

    The 5 Most Harmful Effects of Freezer Burn in Restaurants

    2 min read
    There's nothing worse than pulling out a cut of meat from the walk-in freezer during dinner prep, only to find that it's covered in freezer ...
    4 Ways Restaurants Can Save Energy in Summer

    4 Energy Saving Tips for Restaurants This Summer

    2 min read
    Rising temperatures may not be the only thing to worry about in the dead of summer. While the warm air outside may be welcome, it may result...
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    A Quick Look at Refrigeration in Warehouses and Industrial Buildings

    1 min read
    Warehouses, industrial buildings, and manufacturing facilities all require a significant level of cooling that requires larger scale refrige...
    6 Factors to Consider When Designing a Sustainable Refrigeration System

    6 Factors to Consider When Designing a Sustainable Refrigeration System

    2 min read
    Refrigeration systems are a vital part of the modern world, used everywhere from industrial manufacturing to food processing to residential ...

    5 Ways to Reduce Produce Waste According to James Beard

    2 min read
    Restaurants have notoriously high overhead and correspondingly small profit margins, meaning owners must do everything they can to eliminate...
    What You Need to Know About Aging Beef The Details

    What You Need to Know About Aging Beef: The Details

    2 min read
    Up until a few decades ago, the dry method was, as it always had been, the only method of aging meat. Things changed in the 1960s. When vacu...
    Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do with Refrigeration Systems from RDT

    Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do with Refrigeration Systems from RDT

    1 min read
    Here’s a definition of refrigeration systems we hear very often: It's a technology to store food. That's correct, for sure, but we have a be...
    A Closer Look at Food Waste in Schools

    A Closer Look at Food Waste in Schools

    1 min read
    Food waste in the U.S. has long passed an alarming threshold. In 2012, research undertaken by the Natural Resources Defense Council revealed...
    Turn Your Walk-In Into a Blast Chiller or Shock Freezer

    Turn Your Walk-In Into a Blast Chiller or Shock Freezer

    1 min read
    To cook great food, chefs use two elements: heat and time. To get the best results, quite often heat is used in moderate quantity and at a s...
    What C-Store Energy Managers Should Know About Eco-Cool

    What C-Store Energy Managers Should Know About Eco-Cool

    1 min read
    Saving money. This is one of the most important tasks any convenience store energy manager can achieve. After all, if you're saving energy, ...
    A Quick Look at Commercial Refrigeration and Changing Environmental Regulations-2

    A Quick Look at Commercial Refrigeration and Changing Environmental Regulations

    1 min read
    The Department of Energy and other organizations have new sets of standards for walk-in coolers and freezers. These changing energy regulati...
    Is This the Next Generation of Farming and Foodservice?

    Is This the Next Generation of Farming and Foodservice?

    1 min read
    We all know about farm-to-table, the idea of going out in our local communities and sourcing ingredients as close-to-home as possible. In fa...
    Four Preventative Maintenance Ideas for Commercial Refrigeration

    Four Preventative Maintenance Ideas for Commercial Refrigeration

    2 min read
    Imagine your operation going into shutdown mode during the dead heat of summer. Perhaps it's the Fourth of July holiday when your restaurant...
    What You Need to Know About Aging Beef the Basics-1

    What You Need to Know About Aging Beef: The Basics

    1 min read
    A few months back, we provided a more detailed look at the benefits and processes to dry aging steak. While those tips were certainly import...
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    What is Heat Reclaim and How Can It Save You Money

    2 min read
    When it comes to finding energy savings in a foodservice operation, a number of opportunities present themselves. From lighting and ventilat...
    How Copper Piping Can Impact Your Commercial Refrigeration System

    How Copper Piping Can Impact Your Commercial Refrigeration System

    1 min read
    Copper is a plumber’s best friend and an invaluable material in piping systems for commercial refrigeration.
    Green Restaurant Trends 2019

    Green Restaurant Trends to Look for in 2019

    2 min read
    The Green Restaurant Association is an international, non-profit organization dedicated to creating green, sustainable practices in the rest...
    The Benefits of Upgrading Your Refrigeration Systems

    The Benefits of Upgrading Your Refrigeration Systems

    1 min read
    When it's time to upgrade your commercial refrigeration, there's an enormous opportunity to save money no matter what type of foodservice op...
    The Importance of Efficient Refrigeration in Stadiums and Arenas

    The Importance of Efficient Refrigeration in Stadiums and Arenas

    1 min read
    Grabbing something to eat at sports arenas and stadiums used to be a quick and, hopefully, not too messy affair. Fine dining was not part of...
    Ways Restaurants Can Save Energy in Winter

    Ways Restaurants Can Save Energy in Winter

    1 min read
    In terms of commercial refrigeration in restaurants, hotels, and other foodservice operations, we often think of the summer months as being ...
    Refrigeration Redundancy

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