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As the foodservice industry continues to evolve, operators are looking for solutions that improve efficiency, enhance presentation, and support changing customer expectations. To help meet those needs, FH&W is proud to welcome five new manufacturing partners to our growing portfolio.

We’re excited to welcome Botrista, Spring USA, Equipex, Versa-Gard, and Savannah Industrial Solutions (SIS) to the FH&W family. Together, these brands expand our ability to support dealers, consultants, operators, colleges, and foodservice professionals with solutions designed for today’s challenges and opportunities.

Each of these manufacturers brings a unique strength to the FH&W portfolio, from beverage automation and front-of-house presentation to custom fabrication and food protection. Here’s a closer look at what they bring to the table.

Botrista Brings Beverage Automation to Foodservice

Specialty beverages have become one of the fastest-growing profit centers in foodservice, creating new opportunities for operators to drive traffic, increase check averages, and build customer loyalty. Botrista helps operators capitalize on those opportunities through automated beverage solutions powered by Beverage AI, helping businesses make smarter menu decisions based on demand patterns by location and daypart.

The BotristaPro is designed to deliver speed, precision, and consistency in a compact footprint. With an intuitive touch interface, self-cleaning capabilities, precision pours, and crafted drinks in under 12 seconds, Botrista helps simplify beverage execution while supporting labor efficiency and cost control.

As beverage programs become increasingly important to overall profitability, Botrista provides a practical solution for operators looking to expand offerings while maintaining consistency and efficiency.

Spring USA Elevates Food Presentation

When presentation matters, Spring USA delivers solutions that combine elegant design with practical functionality. Known throughout the foodservice industry for induction cooking and warming equipment, buffetware, mobile cooking stations, and custom-built tables with hidden induction and cooling elements, Spring USA helps operators create memorable dining experiences while maintaining food quality and operational efficiency.

Spring USA is recognized for reliable, durable, and beautifully designed products that support both front-of-house presentation and back-of-house performance. Their commitment to innovation and quality makes them a valuable addition to hospitality, catering, healthcare, and higher education environments.

Whether serving hundreds of guests at a catered event or creating an upscale buffet presentation, Spring USA helps operators showcase food with confidence.

Equipex Delivers Versatile Cooking, Holding, and Food Display Solutions

Equipex brings high-quality, innovative, and value-driven solutions to the foodservice industry, with products that support cooking, holding, and food display applications. Established in 1996, Equipex is designed to help operators address market challenges with practical equipment built for commercial performance.

Partnering with leading European manufacturers and completing final assembly at its Providence, Rhode Island facility, Equipex offers a broad range of foodservice solutions, including ventless hoods, induction equipment, panini grills, convection ovens, pizza ovens, fryers, rotisseries, warming displays, and more.

By combining innovation, functionality, and durability, Equipex provides flexible solutions that help foodservice professionals streamline operations without sacrificing quality.

Versa-Gard Enhances Food Protection and Merchandising

Today’s foodservice environments require solutions that balance safety, visibility, and presentation. Versa-Gard, a Spring USA brand, specializes in NSF-compliant and custom-designed food shields that help operators protect food while showcasing and merchandising it effectively.

Founded in 2001, Versa-Gard offers Food Protection Systems designed for a variety of foodservice environments, including convenience stores, grocery stores, schools, military facilities, and restaurants. Their convertible and modular systems provide flexibility, while their product lines support different design needs and installation requirements.

For operators seeking a clean, modern approach to food shielding and merchandising, Versa-Gard offers solutions that support both operational requirements and guest satisfaction.

Savannah Industrial Solutions Strengthens Back-of-House Operations

Savannah Industrial Solutions (SIS) brings custom fabrication capabilities to foodservice and retail operations, including millwork, stainless steel, refrigeration, stone, counters, workstations, sinks, sneeze guards, cold pans, and more.

With in-house engineering, fabrication, delivery, and installation, SIS builds solutions to fit each operation’s specific layout, workflow, and performance needs. Their capabilities support high-traffic environments such as restaurants, schools, hospitals, grocery stores, correctional facilities, and other foodservice operations.

From standard stainless steel solutions to fully customized fabrication projects, SIS helps operators create durable, functional workspaces tailored to the unique needs of their facility.

Expanding Opportunities Across Foodservice

For nearly 40 years, FH&W has connected customers with manufacturers that bring value, innovation, and reliability to the foodservice industry. The addition of Botrista, Spring USA, Equipex, Versa-Gard, and Savannah Industrial Solutions further strengthens our ability to provide solutions that support evolving operational needs across Texas and Oklahoma.

Each of these new partnerships reflects FH&W’s commitment to providing customers with innovative solutions that address real-world operational challenges. From beverage automation and food presentation to cooking equipment, food protection, and custom fabrication, these additions help us better support the diverse needs of today’s foodservice operators.

We look forward to introducing these manufacturers throughout Texas and Oklahoma and helping our customers discover new opportunities for growth, efficiency, and success.

To learn more about Botrista, Spring USA, Equipex, Versa-Gard, or Savannah Industrial Solutions, contact your FH&W representative today.

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