Foodservice Industry Insights
Insights & Innovations
Learn how our tailored foodservice solutions have helped clients overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and exceed expectations. These success stories demonstrate our commitment to excellence and our ability to deliver results.
A2L Refrigerants: What They Are and Why They Matter
A2L Refrigerants: What They Are and Why They Matter Get our A2L Design Readiness Checklist Thank you for submitting the form! One of our team members will contact you soon regarding your request. If you’ve been looking into new refrigeration or HVAC equipment, you may...
Designing Bars for THC-Infused Drinks & Mocktails
Designing Bars for THC-Infused Drinks & Mocktails The beverage landscape is evolving quickly. With THC-infused drinks and crafted mocktails gaining popularity, operators have new opportunities to connect with guests who want more than traditional bar offerings. These...
Design-Build vs. Traditional Construction: What’s Better for Foodservice?
Design-Build vs. Traditional Construction: What’s Better for Foodservice? When opening a new restaurant, cafeteria, or any commercial kitchen, one of the first big decisions is how to handle construction. Two common methods are design-build and traditional...
Research & Reports
In our restaurant research and reports, we explore advancements in kitchen equipment, automation, and smart technologies that streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency. Our expert insights help you integrate these tools seamlessly into your business.
The Importance of Safe and Segregated Meat Prep Procedures
An important part of any kitchen design that handles meat is making sure that your setup prevents cross-contamination of meats and other products.
Designing an Effective Cookline
Having the right equipment (in the right configuration) in your cookline can make or break your bar or restaurant.
Expanding Your Menu: The Consumer Appeal of Ethnic Cuisine
Foodservice Equipment Reports recently published an article on top-selling ethnic equipment and the growing importance of multicultural menus to consumers. Rapids’ Customer Service Manager John Collision was one of industry insiders chosen to share the trends they’ve noticed.
News & Announcements
Delve into Rapids’ collaborations with top publications, celebrate our industry honors, and share our involvement in community and industry events. Discover our joint ventures with leading magazines and websites, showcasing innovative ideas and cutting-edge knowledge. We proudly highlight our awards that recognize excellence in the foodservice sector.
Luke Green Honored as 2017 Dealer Sales Rep of the Year by FE&S Magazine
Rapids very own Luke Green is honored at the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago as the FE&S 2017 Dealer Sales Rep of the Year!
Linn-Mar High School Cafeteria Remodel Awarded FE&S Magazine Facility Design of the Month for April 2017
Once again one of Rapids’ High School Cafeteria redesign projects garners industry praise for its increase in efficiency and aesthetic appeal.
DEEM Winners
Our mission statement here at Rapids is to “Deliver Excellence in Every Moment.” In order to do that, we have four company values that every employee strives to emulate in every interaction with customers (both internal and external) that serve as “pillars” to our mission statement, holding it up and ensuring we can provide a superior experience. See all of our previous winners that were nominated by their coworkers!
Luke Green – DEEM Winner August 2019
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment August 2019 Luke Green Contract & Design Specialist Nominator: Eric Schmitt For: Putting the Customer First "This guy is always going out of his way to help his peers and rarely gets big enough shout outs for what he does. Just...
Theresa Peterson – DEEM Winner July 2019
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment July 2019 Theresa Peterson Project Coordinator Nominator: Teran Melton For: Being a Problem Solver "Theresa is proactive in not only solving issues, but keeping projects organized and running smoothly to avoid potential problems,...
Troy Little – DEEM Winner June 2019
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment June 2019 Troy Little Director of National Accounts, CFSP II Rapids Contract and Design specialists have the capabilities, experience and resources to handle any individual or supply project from concept to implementation, and...
Christy Hodnefield – DEEM Winner May 2019
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment May 2019 Christy Hodnefield Director of Design - ASID, IIDA, LEED Green Associate Nominator: Luke Green For: Being Personally Accountable " Words from our Vice President, Eric Schmitt: This represents Christy’s second DEEM win and...
Chad Summers – DEEM Winner April 2019
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment April 2019 Chad Summers Assistant Manager of Rapids Restaurant Equipment in St. Paul Nominator: Paul Adams For: Putting the Customer First "So the St Paul store has been a "little" understaffed in recent days. This can be an...
Luke Green – DEEM Winner March 2019
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment March 2019 Luke Green Contract & Design Specialist Nominator: Miki Blair For: Being a Problem Solver " More DEEM Winners Recent Projects
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