Tips & Tricks

Turns out, "tap" can refer to at least THREE different beer parts! Help us help you find the exact tap needed for your setup by referencing this handy chart.

Choosing the wrong mixer for your desired application will lead to costly equipment breakdowns, inconsistent or unacceptable doughs, and a lot of stress and hassle. Thankfully, Vollrath has provided us with an extremely handy chart (along with some helpful tips) that will make finding the best mixer for you much simpler.

If you are new to the foodservice industry, putting together a list of the smallwares you need probably seems like an incredible hurdle – that’s why Rapids has put together several fairly comprehensive lists of smallwares requirements for different foodservice operations, including fast food restaurants, bakeries, and more.

Don't wait until the install to make sure you are getting the right size of door for your cooler opening. The helpful chart from the Commercial Refrigerator Door Co. will give you the net cooler opening width down to a 16th of an inch!

Finding the right back bar cooler for your needs is easier than you may think.

Traditionally, the club top storage area of kegerators has been used to hold chilled beer glasses, but as more and more people have started to advocate that cold damages the flavors of certain beers, this option has started losing its popularity. Luckily, there are many alternatives out there that can actually enhance your business.

We know that when it comes to running a business, every cent counts. That’s why, at Rapids Wholesale, we offer bulk pricing on many of our most popular items – from faucets and beer line cleaner to chairs and silverware. All you have to do is type "bulk" in the search bar, and all of our quantity-discounted items will appear.

Reduce, reuse, and recycle: it’s a phrase you’ve surely heard many times throughout your life, all with the same goal – protecting the environment by cutting down on the amount of waste we create every day. However, while these terms and the concepts behind them are very well-known, not many people know the full extent to which they can be implemented. One great example is the reusing of shipping materials such as cardboard, bubble wrap, and Styrofoam peanuts.

Bringing the customers’ attention to your food and beverage options is the first step in getting a sale. For front-of-the-house food advertising, one of the most popular ways to attract this attention is to use a merchandiser. These units combine color and lighting in a way that is pleasing to the eye and directs the gaze to the delicious food within. They can also be customized to match your current décor.

Purchasing the correct replacement filter cartridge can make a significant difference to your budget. Not only can you save money on pricing (depending on the filter system you are using and what cartridge is needed), but having the proper filter ensures that your system will operate more effectively for longer periods of time.