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There is one event that can make or break a restaurant - the health inspection. Violating food safety regulations can be a huge setback for a St. Louis restaurant , so preparing for it now can help to make a huge impact. There are several violations to really watch out for, but according to a study by StateFoodSafety.com, the most common were storing cleaning products near areas that come into contact with food, improper sanitation procedures, improper temperatures for stored food, and allowing sick employees to be in the kitchen. As your local commercial appliance repair company in St. Louis , we want to help you ace that next health inspection, so we have compiled a few tips to help. Stay Up-to-Date on Food Safety Regulations The FDA has an extensive list of food regulations and codes for every state that is updated regularly. We service areas both in Missouri as well as Western Illinois, so it’s important to make sure that you are following your state's guidelines. Take t...

Commercial refrigeration units are key components of any restaurant business. From walk-ins to freezers to ice machines, proper working refrigeration units are necessary to keep a restaurant up and running. Today's blog from Fast Fix LLC discusses a few things you can do to extend the life of your commercial refrigeration equipment. 1. Maintain Proper Airflow.  With the hustle and bustle that goes along with a restaurant kitchen, it's easy to let boxes and items pile up in places they don't belong, say next to refrigeration units. It's important that you keep these areas clear though to maintain proper airflow around the condenser coil. Most manufacturers recommend at least 2-4 inches of clearance. The more air that can freely move around, the less power will be consumed by the unit. Keeping the refrigeration units from working too hard will help the vital components last longer, extending the life of your equipment. 2. Keep the Condenser Coils Clean.  The co...