With energy costs always in the back of the mind of every baker’s mind, many businesses are looking for ways to save money on their gas and electric expenses each month. One option is to look into new, energy-efficient appliances that are built to use less energy and operate more effectively than traditional kitchen appliances.

Ovens are one of the largest appliances in any bakery, and unsurprisingly are also one of the largest consumers of energy. With the latest round of deck ovens offered by Empire Bakery Equipment, however, you can put your energy costs on a diet. For example, the LF-series of deck ovens – available for use with gas or oil – use 60 to 75 percent less fuel than traditional revolving tray ovens. The steel vapor tubes in these ovens also help provide a consistent and even heating throughout the oven, eliminating the need for rotation. This also helps reduce costs for operation by removing the need for a rotation motor saving even more on electricity costs. In addition, these ovens are exceptional at retaining heat, making them highly cost effective to keep running throughout the day without needing to constantly keep reheating the oven to full temperature. See how Arnie Buono, owner of Buono’s Italian Bakery in Rhode Island, saved nearly 70 percent on his energy costs by making new updates to his ovens, and look for even more coverage on these energy-saving ovens in our next blog post!

Another pair of cost-saving products is our electric stone hearth deck ovens. Both the ENERGY MAX and ENERGY MT ovens offer owners innovative features, like uniquely designed heating elements that provide greater output near the door to keep temperatures more consistent when items are added or removed. The units also offer independent floor and ceiling temperature settings and improved deck insulation that helps retain oven heat more effectively. In addition, the units each include the ECO Energy Optimization System, which adjusts energy consumption based on the unit’s needs, using as much as 50 percent less energy than existing ovens. Plus, without the need to run new ventilation or supply lines, these units can quickly and simply be added to your existing kitchen design.

Many more of the appliances in Empire Bakery Equipment’s selection of bakery equipment can offer you cost savings on your energy costs, especially if you’re currently using older or seasoned appliances that may be inefficiently designed or running at less than peak efficiency after years of service. Find out more today by contacting us directly and let our team help find you new and more efficient ways to manage your costs and improve your kitchen!