Methode Introduces Its Lightweight, Portable, and Cost-Effective Catering System Designed to Keep Food Warm IndefinitelyMethode'

  
    
  
  
    
      Methode Development Company, a subsidiary of Methode Electronics, Inc., 
      has developed a lightweight and portable food-warming storage solution 
      that uses Methode’s own carbon fiber heating 
      technology to maintain a consistent temperature indefinitely. This 
      food-warming storage product is available in a convenient size for 
      holding catering pans, and is powered through a standard vehicle 
      cigarette lighter plug, facilitating use in food delivery or catering 
      situations. Standard AC/DC wall plug accessories are available for use 
      in restaurants and in-store environments.
    
    
      The food-warming storage system that will be introduced at the National 
      Restaurant Association 2007 Expo at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL, is 
      housed in a durable box made of insulated plastic and lined with Methode’s 
      carbon fiber heating technology. The system can maintain a constant, 
      thermostat-controlled temperature of 140°F - 
      160°F as long as it remains plugged in. Heat 
      up time is approximately 15 minutes.
    
    
      Carbon fiber, the basis for the heating technology, lines the walls of 
      the storage box, offering total surround heat and eliminating cold 
      spots. Carbon fiber is a low-profile, low-current, and cost-effective 
      alternative to traditional, high-priced flat flexible heaters. The 
      material is currently used in a wide range of industries and 
      applications.
    
    
      Standard internal dimensions for the warming oven are 22 3/8” 
      x 14” x 18 3/8”, 
      with internal racks that can accommodate 4 catering size pans, or 90 lbs 
      of food. The oven can also be used as a warming chest without the racks. 
      Custom sizing is also available to fit specific customer needs.
    
    
      Structural features include rubber “feet” 
      for the bottom of the box, balanced handles, and a lightweight 
      polymer-based corrugated shell. The oven is stackable and can be easily 
      used indoors or out. Logos can be screen-printed on the outside of the 
      box.
    
    
      For more information on Methode’s food heating 
      solutions, flexible carbon fiber heaters, or any of Methode Development 
      Company’s products and services, contact 
      Methode Development Company, Sales Department, 7401 West Wilson Ave., 
      Chicago, IL 60706, USA. Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]. Web: www.methodedevelopment.com. 
      Email: [e-mail].
    
    
      Methode Development Company is a leader in the development and 
      application of thick film technology in the microelectronics and printed 
      circuit board industries. Products include position sensing resistor 
      elements, cermet and polymer thick film components and circuits, carbon 
      fiber heaters, Sonicrimp® Technology and EMC 
      shrinkMate. Methode Development Company is located in Chicago, IL.
    
    
      Methode Electronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:METH) is a global manufacturer of 
      electronic component and subsystem devices. Methode designs, 
      manufactures and markets devices employing electrical, electronic, 
      wireless, sensing and optical technologies. Methode's components are 
      found in the primary end markets of the automotive, communications 
      (including information processing and storage, networking equipment, 
      wireless and terrestrial voice/data systems), military, aerospace, rail 
      and other transportation industries; and the consumer, safety, medical, 
      and industrial equipment markets. Further information can be found at 
      Methode's website www.methode.com.