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2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Stratford, Connecticut, March 29, 2010– Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, introduces its line of Smart Interface Boards for the OEM foodservice appliance industry.
The SIB-810 and SIB-2020 microprocessor based controllers extend the versatile FAST line of Input / Output (I/O) devices utilizing the (FAST.Connect)™ architecture. This architecture allows SIB products to operate in a stand alone capacity as a “blind” controller managing all operating aspects of the appliance, as well as enable interoperability with a wide range of user interface (U/I) devices to suit different target operators’ requirements.
Manufacturers now have a cost-effective option to reduce labor costs at assembly with all appliance interface elements resident on the SIB for commonality of point to point wiring. Manufacturers need only to connect customer specific U/I boards through the (FAST.Connect) ™ RS-232 interface to customize their product offerings.
The SIB’s supporting local I/O requirements, with a mix of analog and digital connectivity. The SIB-810 offers 8 inputs and 12 outputs. The SIB-2020 offers 20 inputs and 20 outputs. Popular appliance applications include: automated fryers, grills and broilers; beverage dispensers; microwave/combi/convection ovens; ware washers; and laundry equipment.
Ed Musial, Senior Director of New Product Introduction states, “OEM appliance manufacturers can rapidly differentiate their product offerings for various clients’ right at the end of the manufacturing process, significantly reducing WIP and improving manufacturing throughput. Our versatile range of SIB and U/I devices combined with our wide range of industry leading innovative features enable our customers to make their brand stand out and to reduce costs. In today’s economy, we’re proud to be able to give them that opportunity.”
More info, including product data sheets, can be found on the FAST web site at http://www.fastinc.com/prod_oem_mltiproc.html#ib.
About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered a world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and Foodservice Establishments in over 65 countries. FAST continues its commitment to the industry by delivering world class innovation available for licenses or delivered in its products with industry proven superior reliability. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit http://www.fastinc.com
Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2010 FAST
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2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Stratford, Connecticut, September 1, 2009 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, announced its (FASTIMER.) TT-500 Touch Screen Timer at The NAFEM Show 2009 where it was also selected to appear in the What’s Hot! What’s Cool! Product Gallery — a product showcase highlighting the most cutting-edge, innovative foodservice equipment and supplies.
Since then, the TT-500 has enhanced kitchen operations through pictorially driven touch-sensitive icons on a high-quality, easy-to-read display. This small footprint timer provides measurable food safety assurances, enhances operators’ ability to deliver consistent food quality, and delivers significant labor efficiencies and cost savings compared to conventional text prompt timers.
"The TT-500 enables restaurant operators to significantly reduce training time, improve execution and allows for ease of entry into new market segments with its easy to shift menus, selectable day parts and pictorially driven user interface,” said Ed Musial, Senior Director of New Product Introduction at FAST. “Its ability to quickly and easily update products or recipes and expand menu items through the USB port allows for faster and more accurate new product and LTO launches to drive increased traffic at the unit level for our clients.”
The (FASTIMER.) TT-500 can be customized for unique operator requirements and its icon-based menu prompts and product HELP features are intuitive and easy to use for diverse language crews that need to precisely track food products in a commercial food service establishment.
About Food Automation - Service Techniques,
Inc. FAST
is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process
Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances
and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual
property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available
appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced
the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues
to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety,
food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit www.fastinc.com.
Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2009 FAST
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FAST Strengthens Customer Support Team
Stratford, Connecticut, July 21, 2009 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of process controls for the food service industry, is pleased to announce additions and promotions to its Sales Team.
Recently rejoining FAST as Project Manager is James Seaton. He returns to FAST with a solid understanding of our products, customers and industry. Jim is responsible for guiding new product initiatives from conception to customer delivery. Working directly with our clients, as well as internal implementation teams, his role is vital in ensuring that new products are "on time and on target" with client expectations.
Jim has 15 years of experience in the chemical and electronics marketplace, managing logistics, international demand fulfillment and project coordination for multinational companies.
Promotion Announcements
Being recognized for their strong leadership skills are three veteran members of our FAST team:
Elevated to the position of Senior Director of New Production Introduction is Edward J. Musial. With FAST for 23 years, Ed and his team currently oversee product application development, deployment and technical support of all FAST products worldwide.
Mike Pardoe, whose leadership has grown the FAST International UK Customer Support Center across the EMEA region over the past 22 years, has been promoted to Managing Director – FAST International UK. Mike and his team are responsible for product application development, deployment and technical support of FAST products within the region.
River Zhang in our China/Singapore Customer Support Center has been promoted to Senior Director Business Development - Asia Pacific. River is responsible for FAST business development, product application and deployment, and technical support in the region.
"These three gentlemen continuously exceeded customer expectations delivering tremendous value, growth and business success to our clients. We are pleased to award these promotions to very deserving members of the FAST team," says Koether.
About Food Automation - Service Techniques,
Inc. FAST
is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process
Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances
and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual
property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available
appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced
the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues
to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety,
food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit www.fastinc.com.
Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2009 FAST
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FAST Expands Product Development Team
Stratford, Connecticut, May 5, 2009 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, is pleased to announce that Michael Keefe, Gerald Belanger, Louis Cesero II, and Michael Folcik have recently joined its engineering staff.
Michael Keefe, Director of Deployed Technology Enhancement and Design Services, will manage FAST engineering teams responsible for product enhancement and customer support for current products. For over 25 years at Cognitronics and ASML Mike managed global hardware and software engineering groups responsible for products targeted at the telecommunication and lithography markets. Having received a BS in Electrical Engineering, Mike brings leadership in partnering with customers to achieve technical objectives with skilled team leadership and project management. He is currently working toward his MS in Computer Science at Polytechnic University.
Gerard Belanger who contributed for over 20 years as a Sr. Microsystems Engineer with Cognitronics brings state of the art microelectronics hardware, software and networking skills to FAST as Senior Design Engineer. He received his BS Electrical Engineering from Bridgeport Engineering Institute.
Louis Cesero II strengthens
the group with knowledge of hardware, software and PCB design
joining as a Hardware Engineer. Louis has 12
years experience as a PCB designer with Eastman Kodak/Carestream
Health where he also worked in the research and development department.
Louis holds a BS Electrical Engineering degree from the University
of New Haven, AS Engineering Science from Gateway Community Technical
College and a degree for Connecticut School of Electronics.
Michael Folcik has joined the FAST team as Associate
Innovation Engineer. A recent graduate from the University
of New Haven with a B.S. in Computer Engineering, Michael’s background
includes robotics and control systems. Mike’s focus will be R&D,
bringing new technologies into FAST.
"We are delighted to welcome these gentlemen to FAST," stated George Koether, FAST CEO. "These additional resources will help ensure we deliver upon our commitment to continuous support and rewarding results as demand for our products and services continues to grow."
Real-World Experience for
University of New Haven Students
FAST has also entered into a new and unique partnership with
the University of New Haven. The program includes real-world
experience for their students. However, unlike other programs,
the FAST program involves the students with FAST over their entire
tenure with the school and on a year round basis. Currently,
three top-of-class students are participating in this innovative
program.
About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit www.fastinc.com.
Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2009 FAST
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FAST Strengthens Operations Team
Stratford,
Connecticut, March 10, 2009 – Food Automation – Service
Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture
of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry,
is pleased to introduce Mario Frattaroli as Vice President
of Operations.
“The VP of Operations is a customer focused member of FAST's senior leadership team who will proactively participate in FAST's market and client initiatives,” stated George Koether, FAST CEO. “Mario will help to shape our strategy and implement continuous improvement activities for delivering world class results to all FAST stakeholders.”
Mario is an accomplished hands-on manufacturing executive who has successfully led customer focused global operations programs during the past 25 years. His career is highlighted by a consistent record of increasing performance levels while reducing costs. He has produced noteworthy results in operations leadership roles for Media Links U.S.A, C-COR, ADC Telecommunications, Sensor Engineering, and Eaton Corporation.
Mario is skilled at directing mission critical initiatives, strategic planning and program design, and continuous improvement through LEAN manufacturing, Six Sigma, Value Engineering, QRM and global supply chain management.
Mario received his MBA from Sacred Heart University and BS in Mechanical Engineering from Fairfield University. He has been a member of the Board of Advisors for both Naugatuck Community College and the Connecticut Association of Purchasing Managers. He is a member of the Institute for Supply Management.
“Mario will help FAST balance profitability
improvements, quality, and operational performance levels,” said
Koether. “We're happy to have found someone with the right professional
and technical skills and experience required to align our operations
team with our global sales and marketing efforts to deliver on
our reputation for customer specific manufacturing solutions.”
About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit www.fastinc.com.
Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2009 FAST
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For more information, contact:
Sherry Kraynak
FAST, Inc.
203-380-3488 Voice
203-377-8187 Fax
skraynak@fastinc.com
www.fastinc.com
Savings and ROI, Increased Efficiencies, Energy and the Environment
Stratford, Connecticut, February 16, 2009– Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, has recently participated in The NAFEM Show 2009 that hosted over 20,000 attendees and 600 foodservice equipment and supplies exhibitors at the Orange County Convention Center.
FAST's Tracker TT-500 was selected for the What’s Hot! What’s Cool! New Product Showcase because of its multiple benefits associated with food safety, labor efficiency, cost reduction, small footprint, new menu opportunities, and overall impact for providing an excellent customer experience.
"We are pleased with the number of appliance manufacturers and foodservice operators who met with FAST subject matter experts to explore ideas for delivering measurable results to their businesses," stated George Koether, FAST CEO.
Appliance manufacturers learned how they can speed their time to market, offer the best total value to their customers, optimize manufacturing and supply chain costs, reduce customer support costs, and innovatively differentiate themselves from their competitors.
Foodservice operators came away with a better understanding of how to assure food safety and consistent food quality, and how to benefit from operating cost savings, the elimination of production errors, labor efficiencies, simplified training, and expanded recruitment opportunities while minimizing the ecological impact from hazardous substances, waste and business processes.
About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. FAST participates in the NAFEM Technical Liaison Committee and Government Relations Committee.
For additional information, visit www.fastinc.com or contact Sherry Kraynak at 203.380.3488 or skraynak@fastinc.com.
Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark
of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks
are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2009
FAST
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Common Interface Configurable for a Broad
Range of Foodservice Appliances
Supports Two Temperature Zones and Four Timing Cycles
Stratford, Connecticut, January 27, 2009 – Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, will introduce its new CTT Cook Time and Temperature controller at The NAFEM Show 2009. This single display, reliable, precise, versatile and low-cost controller is configurable for two temperature zones and four timing cycles. The CTT's small foot print and flexibility enable OEMs to configure different appliance applications from a single SKU.
According to Ed Musial, FAST Director of New Product Introduction, "CTT is
FAST's response to OEMs who asked us for a low cost device that
can be configured across a broad array of appliances including
grills, drawer warmers, fryers, rethermalizers, holding cabinets,
ovens and marinaters."
OEMs integrate the CTT into appliances specified by foodservice operators who want to enhance food quality, taste, appearance and consistency without the need for separate controllers to monitor each cook step. Operator error is eliminated and crew training time is reduced due to the CTT's simple interface, touch-n-go programming of recipes and timing cycles, LED display for across-the-kitchen status monitoring, and audible alerts that prompt action for commonly prepared items.
"Along with the flexibility for configuring multiple applications from a single SKU, the CTT reduces assembly labor by removing point-to-point wiring", said Musial. "Customer support costs are reduced due to electronic precision and durability that eliminates the need for recalibration."
About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit www.fastinc.com.
Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2009 FAST
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2008
Stratford, Connecticut, November 7, 2008 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, has won a silver CQIA Innovation Prize for its results directed Integration of Online Defect Tracking to Change the Manufacturing Culture.
Applicants include large, medium and small service companies,
manufacturers, health care facilities, schools and colleges as
well as state, local and federal agencies, and non-profit organizations.
CQIA Innovation Prizes, ranked by twelve Baldrige trained examiners,
follow a selection process that studies the problem solved or
opportunity leveraged by the innovation along with numerical
proof of how the organization has benefited from the innovation,
which is defined as a service, process or product that is new
to Connecticut in the last five years.
"Our historical manufacturing culture had been based on a build-and-inspect philosophy”, said George Paradise, FAST Director of Quality Assurance. “This automated online defect tracking system shifted our manufacturing culture to one of empowerment and ownership at the operator level. This resulted in expedited error reporting and root cause analysis, reduced product costs, and 98.5% average on time delivery.”
“Since this process has been in place for two years at FAST, actual data was available for us to substantiate our claims”, stated George Koether, FAST CEO. “Continuous quality improvement at all levels of our organization is a key performance indicator and part of the FAST culture. Innovation helps us to deliver results through our products and business processes.”
“Congratulations to FAST on winning a silver CQIA Innovation Prize” said Sheila Carmine, founder and executive director of the 21 year old Connecticut Quality Improvement Award Partnership. “You are certainly in impressive company.”
The Connecticut Quality Improvement Award Partnership is celebrating its 21st anniversary as America’s first state level award to use the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award for Performance Excellence criteria and the only state award among 32 other state quality awards that sponsors an annual Innovation Prize. www.ctqualityaward.org
About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency.
Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2008 FAST
Certain information discussed above may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in any such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved. Forward-looking information is subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from projected results. Among those risks, trends and uncertainties are the general economic climate, costs of food and labor, consumer demand, interest rate levels, the availability of financing and other risks associated with the acquisition, development and operation of new and existing restaurants.
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FAST Hires Strategic Account Directors for Midwest and Northeast Market
Goal to Better Serve Appliance Manufacturers and Restaurant Operators
Stratford, Connecticut, September 24, 2008 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST"), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, has recently added two new members to its strategic accounts team for the purpose of offering flexible innovation, constant support and rewarding results to customers.
“FAST’s business model is successful when we build effective 1to1 working relationships with our customers”, said George Koether, FAST CEO. “Because we are deeply involved with appliance manufacturers and restaurant operators, it is essential that we locate sales leaders near to where our key customers are located.”
Tim Wrenn [northeast] and Joseph Ferron [midwest] join a team of sales leaders that have a strong reputation for delivering long term value, customer satisfaction, and effective communications with FAST’s design, manufacturing and support teams.
Before joining FAST earlier this year, Wrenn spent 25 years with Winchester Electronics in a number of sales and product marketing positions where he was a key participant in the delivery of solutions to OEMs that needed to add value to their product offerings. He has a strong insight into the electronics equipment industry and broad experience with computer, telecommunications, and test and measurement applications. Tim received his MBA from the University of New Haven and B.A. from Western Connecticut State University. He resides in Connecticut.
Ferron spent 13 years in applications engineering, manufacturing engineering, sales engineering and national account management for 3M and Invensys Appliance Controls where he gained a deep understanding of electromechanical timers, A.C. synchronous motors, fluid and gas filtration products and other systems used in appliance, HVAC and refrigeration applications. Joe received a BS in Electronics Engineering Technology from the University of Dayton. He is an active community member who volunteers in a number of charity organizations. He resides in the Chicago area.
About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit www.fastinc.com.
FAST
Announces New Web Site: Online Resource for Appliance Manufacturers
and Restaurant OperatorsStratford, Connecticut, August 25, 2008 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. ("FAST"), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry has recently launched its new website www.fastinc.com. This innovative resource center provides fresh, relevant and easy to find information for visitors who need a time and paper saving process for selecting the right products for their applications and for receiving constant support. "Our goals for the new site are to present FAST as a global company and to provide great customer service through a valuable online resource for learning about our products, how to benefit from them, and how to do business with our company," stated George Koether, FAST CEO. The new site effectively categorizes OEM appliance partner and restaurant operator information so that visitors can go directly to their areas of interest. "The website was designed for easy self-service through an intuitive user interface that guides navigation directly to product information along with videos, instant messaging and links to information on food safety, foodservice resources and technical terms," said Michelle Narus, FAST Marketing Specialist. Customers benefit from time savings on routine technical questions. Shortened call times enable support reps to focus on high impact activities. "When we redirect callers to a specific web page for online help regarding how to program our products or to spec sheets and operating manuals, they become more efficient," stated Joe Caponera, Tech Support Supervisor. "We coach them to self-sufficiency through FAQs, email-a-tech, and online warranty options and repair service procedures for easily locating an in-state or in-country service agent." By studying the types of downloaded information, we discover where customers need help. This guides FAST’s product planning and technical support initiatives. Also, the new website is a valuable information resource for users of FAST products who are removed from the buying process or have purchased through a third party. Self-service research facilitates a more rapid and cost-effective customized design-for-manufacture process because the availability of online information brings customer engineers up to speed on product features and guides the selection of the right one for their application. It sets the stage for very effective communications with their FAST account team. "I am proud of our new website because it tells stories about our customers who solve business and technical problems through uniquely global solutions that produce rewarding results", stated Koether. "It enhances our company’s credibility and image, and differentiates us from competitors who offer limited online information." About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the World Leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to lead the industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. |
FAST
Appoints Lawrence Mucherino as Vice President of Finance Stratford, Connecticut, September 29, 2006— Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. ("FAST"), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic process controls and timers for the food industry is pleased to announce the appointment of Lawrence Mucherino, CPA as Vice President of Finance. Mr. Mucherino recently served as Executive Director of Process and Cost Controls for Stamford, CT headquartered Pitney Bowes, Inc. where he developed the company’s initiatives to increase profitability, streamline processes, and evaluate new products and acquisitions. Prior, he served as Chief Financial Officer for the company’s Customer Care - Shared Service division. Additionally, he has held the position of Divisional CFO for both Standard Motor Products, Inc. and Revlon, Inc. "Larry’s experience provides an exceptional fit for FAST and our corporate and financial initiatives," said George Koether, President and Chief Executive Officer. "We believe that his broad expertise in a number of key business and financial areas will nicely complement the company's existing management team and help FAST continue to aggressively pursue our goal to be the undisputed world leader in foodservice process controls.” Mr. Mucherino received both his BS in Accounting and MBA from the University of Bridgeport and resides in Trumbull, CT.
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About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. (FAST) Notices: FAST is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2006 FAST Certain information discussed above may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in any such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved. Forward-looking information is subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from projected results. Among those risks, trends and uncertainties are the general economic climate, costs of food and labor, consumer demand, interest rate levels, the availability of financing and other risks associated with the acquisition, development and operation of new and existing restaurants. |
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FAST Introduces First Mesh Network Protocol Wireless-Communications Products for the Commercial Foodservice IndustryStratford, Connecticut, July 7, 2006 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. ("FAST"), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls and timers for the food industry is pleased to announce the introduction of its new Xwire™ line of Mesh Network Protocol wireless communication products. FAST’s new Xwire™ products allow Foodservice and Restaurant Operators the ability to efficiently connect multiple appliances and timers for synchronizing food equipment and monitoring inventory levels, energy consumption and usage levels. FAST will offer three new Xwire™ products (a proprietary bezel mount for use with (FASTRON.)® controllers, a universal appliance mount, and a communications gateway) allowing foodservice operators the choice to link together existing FAST equipped appliances and timers together with other communications-enabled appliances, either controlled by kitchen automation software or simply point-to-point. FAST has worked closely with its business partner SCK Direct, Inc., www.mysck.com, to create seamless applications utilizing FAST’s Xwire™ hardware platforms with SCK’s Kitchen Advisor™ smart kitchen application to orchestrate just-in-time food management practices resulting in increased food quality, profitability, and safety. “Mesh Networks are promising to be the standard for facilitating networking solutions worldwide in the future. We are proud to be the first to bring the benefits of this technology into America’s commercial kitchens,” said George Koether, President and CEO of FAST. “These new products underscore our leadership position in providing innovative possibilities into the foodservice sector.” FAST’s Mesh Network platform includes a 16-bit Renesas, www.renesas.com, M16C based Zigbee™ microcontroller and software stack operating at 2.4 GHz and designed to comply with IEEE® 802.15.4 global standards for a robust, cost efficient, and easy to deploy solution. “Renesas has been an incredibly supportive partner and combining the expertise of both of our organizations represents a significant advancement in wireless design engineering,” said William Flynn, Vice President of Engineering for FAST. FAST’s new Xwire™ products made their debut in Renesas’ booth at the Embedded Systems Conference in San Jose, CA April 3-7, 2006. In cooperation with its partner SCK Direct, Inc., FAST is now deploying pilot Xwire systems at its clients’ testing facilities and at select test restaurants here in the U.S. and internationally. |
About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. (FAST) Notices: FAST is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. Kitchen Advisor™ is a trademark of SCK Direct, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2006 FAST Certain information discussed above may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in any such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved. Forward-looking information is subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from projected results. Among those risks, trends and uncertainties are the general economic climate, costs of food and labor, consumer demand, interest rate levels, the availability of financing and other risks associated with the acquisition, development and operation of new and existing restaurants. |
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FAST Promotes George F. Koether II to President and CEO
Stratford, Connecticut, May 26, 2006 — Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. ("FAST"), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls and timers for the food industry is pleased to announce the promotion of George F. Koether, II to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer. A native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Mr. Koether spent his formative years in Westport, CT where he attended Greens Farms Academy. He later received his BA from Oglethorpe University and studied business at Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management and Stanford University. Mr. Koether joined FAST in 1993 where he served in the United Kingdom as a Sales Assistant and quickly rose to the position of Director of International Operations; managing offices in the United Kingdom, South Africa and China. He soon became President & General Manager of the UK operation. Returning to the United States, he served as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Mr. Koether assumed responsibility for Engineering and Product Development and led the creation of a new family of microprocessor-based network controllers, wireless devices and application solutions for improving the quality of food prepared in thousands of restaurants in over 100 countries. He expanded the Asian operations launching a new office in China that today is the fastest growing market for FAST products. George and his wife Kathleen reside in Connecticut with their two children. |
About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. (FAST) Notices: FAST is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2006 FAST Certain information discussed above may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in any such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved. Forward-looking information is subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from projected results. Among those risks, trends and uncertainties are the general economic climate, costs of food and labor, consumer demand, interest rate levels, the availability of financing and other risks associated with the acquisition, development and operation of new and existing restaurants. |
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FAST Revolutionizes Digital Temperature Controls with the Release of its New EVOLUTION SeriesStratford, Connecticut, April 1, 2006 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food industry has launched two new versions of a precise, microprocessor-based digital temperature controls—the e5 Series and e6 Series. Applications include ovens, fryers, holding cabinets, proofers, grills, griddles, rethermalizers, toasters, and more. The new e5 and e6 controls share the same footprint as FAST’s popular G Series controls, and offers the same durability and dependability with increased flexibility. A new tab-selectable supply voltage feature means a reduction in the number of SKUs that customers need to stock. Choice of output—relay or triac—allows for precise temperature control. The e5 interfaces with thermistor temperature sensors and the e6 interfaces with RTD sensors. Rate of temperature increase can be controlled by a duty cycle option, or it can be used as a solid-state infinite switch replacement. System functions can be checked with the controls new onboard diagnostics feature. Convenient mounting options include bracket or open board. In addition to the standard duty cycle options, the e5 and e6 Series controls offer numerous selectable options, including on-board or remote potentiometers, adjustable set points, melt cycle, proportional temperature control, and multiple custom and standard mounting footprints. |
About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. (FAST) Notices: FAST is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2006 FAST Certain information discussed above may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in any such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved. Forward-looking information is subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from projected results. Among those risks, trends and uncertainties are the general economic climate, costs of food and labor, consumer demand, interest rate levels, the availability of financing and other risks associated with the acquisition, development and operation of new and existing restaurants. |
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Renesas’ ZigBee Solution Adopted by FAST for Wireless-Enabled Food Management Systems at Commercial Kitchens | The Renesas M16C based ZigBee system allowed FAST to accelerate the development of its upcoming mesh network communications products SAN JOSE, Calif. — April 3, 2006 — Embedded Systems Conference —Renesas Technology America, Inc., a subsidiary of leading microcontroller supplier, Renesas Technology Corp., today announced that Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (FAST), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls and timers for the food industry, has selected a Renesas ZigBee™ system solution for its new Xwire™ line of Mesh Network Protocol wireless-communication products. Both companies are demonstrating their respective products at the Embedded Systems Conference in San Jose, Calif., which is being held now througn April 7th. The Renesas ZigBee system is a comprehensive platform that accelerates the development of reliable, cost-effective low-data-rate wireless applications. It includes a robust 16-bit M16C microcontroller, IEEE 802.15.4 standards-based radios, a ZigBee software stack, media access control (MAC) software, real-time operating system (RTOS), and an integrated development environment. Software and drivers were developed and optimized in house by Renesas, and tuned with the assistance of FAST to meet the reliability and performance requirements necessary for networking in commercial kitchens and other industrial applications. The Renesas M16C family offers scalable on-chip memory resources, IO, peripherals, packages and very low electromagnetic interference (EMI) electromagnetic susceptibility (EMS), which makes it ideal for RF designs. FAST, in cooperation with its partner SCK Direct, Inc., is now deploying pilot Xwire systems at its clients' testing facilities and at selected test restaurants here in the U.S. and overseas. Further, it has identified and is pursuing other product ideas for the Renesas ZigBee solution. “By working with Renesas, we were able to rapidly deliver cost effective wireless connectivity solutions to our clients,” said George Koether, President and COO of FAST. “For example the combination of FAST’s Xwire hardware products and SCK Direct, Inc.’s Kitchen Advisor™ software allows foodservice operators to orchestrate just-in-time management practices resulting in increased food quality, profitability, and safety.” “We are pleased that FAST has selected our M16C based ZigBee platform as the choice for robust, economical connectivity solutions in commercial kitchens,” said Tim Dry, senior manager of market development, Renesas Technology America. “By using the ZigBee mesh networking method, we were able to successfully establish a stable wireless network to connect multiple kitchen appliances reliably day after day, in an environment where multiple interference sources challenge the radios. We will continue to build on this success to provide more complete, reliable connectivity solutions with true networking capabilities. We will also continue to actively participate in technology alliances such as the ZigBee Alliance to promote standards and interoperability for future technology specifications." |
Editorial Contact: About the FAST Xwire™ products NOTE: Xwire is a trademark of Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. Kitchen Advisor™ is a trademark of SCK Direct, Inc. ZigBee is a trademark of Konink Philips Electronics N.V. All other products and services mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies. |
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FAST Reaches Agreement with TurboChef Technologies, Inc. Over Use of Oven Control TechnologyStratford, Connecticut, March 7, 2006 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food industry has reached an agreement concluding its litigation with TurboChef Technologies, Inc. FAST filed suit in July 2005 claiming TurboChef Technologies infringed its US Patent No. 4,920,948. Details of the agreement are confidential. As a result of the settlement, TurboChef Technologies has the right to continue to manufacture and sell without interruption. “We are pleased with this agreement and glad we could work out an amicable resolution,” said George Koether, President and COO of FAST. |
About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. (FAST) Notices: FAST is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2006 FAST Certain information discussed above may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in any such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved. Forward-looking information is subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from projected results. Among those risks, trends and uncertainties are the general economic climate, costs of food and labor, consumer demand, interest rate levels, the availability of financing and other risks associated with the acquisition, development and operation of new and existing restaurants. |
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