FAST Develops Integration Tool to Pair User Interface Boards with Correct I/O Board Companion

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Stratford, Connecticut, July 28, 2010 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, extends its portfolio of UI (User Interface) boards which function in connection with its SIB (Smart Interface Boards – I/O boards) via the (FAST.Connect)™ architecture.

Specifically, the introduction of the Rotary Switch Selector control line, Model RSS-212, brings a multiple configuration UI to OEM foodservice appliance manufacturers and can operate stand alone or in conjunction with the wider range of SIB’s FAST offers. Application versatility gives the manufacturer the option of mounting plug-in display models horizontally or vertically, and with or without rotary encoders, providing virtually limitless configurations and the ability for the OEM to create a unique look and feel for their appliance in the marketplace. Manufacturers need only to connect through the (FAST.Connect)™ RS-232 interface to expand I/O.

The RSS-212 and (FAST.Connect) provide versatility across a broad range of appliances while reducing SKUs that used to be stocked for multiple appliances. Labor savings and improved quality yields are realized with the elimination of point to point wiring commonly found in mechanical control assemblies.  

Popular appliance applications include: automated fryers, grills and broilers; conveyor, microwave, combi and convection ovens; holding cabinets; waste disposal/pulpers, and more. The RSS-212 offers 11 inputs (5 analog, 6 digital) and 7 outputs resident on the product and can be extended via (FAST.Connect) and SIB’s.

Ed Musial, Senior Director of New Product Introduction states, “The unique modular design gives this product family versatility in both horizontal and vertical control panel configurations and the SD memory card is paramount in applications that require additional memory capabilities such as HACCP data collection.”

Keeping it green! This FAST product is in compliance with all RoHS directives to reduce hazardous substances and meets all domestic and international standards. Learn more.

More info, including product data sheets, can be found on the FAST web site at: http://www.fastinc.com/prod_oem_mltipar.html#ib

Information can also be obtained by contacting the FAST Sales Team at
1-800-FASTRON (327-8766), or sales@fastinc.com.

About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered a world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and Foodservice Establishments in over 65 countries. FAST continues its commitment to the industry by delivering world class innovation available for licenses or delivered in its products with industry proven superior reliability. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit http://www.fastinc.com.

Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2010 FAST

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Stratford, Connecticut, March 29, 2010– Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, introduces its line of Smart Interface Boards for the OEM foodservice appliance industry.

The SIB-810 and SIB-2020 microprocessor based controllers extend the versatile FAST line of Input / Output (I/O) devices utilizing the (FAST.Connect)™ architecture. This architecture allows SIB products to operate in a stand alone capacity as a “blind” controller managing all operating aspects of the appliance, as well as enable interoperability with a wide range of user interface (U/I) devices to suit different target operators’ requirements.

Manufacturers now have a cost-effective option to reduce labor costs at assembly with all appliance interface elements resident on the SIB for commonality of point to point wiring. Manufacturers need only to connect customer specific U/I boards through the (FAST.Connect) ™ RS-232 interface to customize their product offerings.

The SIB’s supporting local I/O requirements, with a mix of analog and digital connectivity. The SIB-810 offers 8 inputs and 12 outputs. The SIB-2020 offers 20 inputs and 20 outputs. Popular appliance applications include: automated fryers, grills and broilers; beverage dispensers; microwave/combi/convection ovens; ware washers; and laundry equipment.

Ed Musial, Senior Director of New Product Introduction states, “OEM appliance manufacturers can rapidly differentiate their product offerings for various clients’ right at the end of the manufacturing process, significantly reducing WIP and improving manufacturing throughput. Our versatile range of SIB and U/I devices combined with our wide range of industry leading innovative features enable our customers to make their brand stand out and to reduce costs. In today’s economy, we’re proud to be able to give them that opportunity.”

More info, including product data sheets, can be found on the FAST web site at http://www.fastinc.com/prod_oem_mltiproc.html#ib.

About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered a world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and Foodservice Establishments in over 65 countries. FAST continues its commitment to the industry by delivering world class innovation available for licenses or delivered in its products with industry proven superior reliability. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit http://www.fastinc.com

Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2010 FAST

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Stratford, Connecticut, September 1, 2009 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, announced its (FASTIMER.) TT-500 Touch Screen Timer at The NAFEM Show 2009 where it was also selected to appear in the What’s Hot! What’s Cool! Product Gallery — a product showcase highlighting the most cutting-edge, innovative foodservice equipment and supplies.

Since then, the TT-500 has enhanced kitchen operations through pictorially driven touch-sensitive icons on a high-quality, easy-to-read display. This small footprint timer provides measurable food safety assurances, enhances operators’ ability to deliver consistent food quality, and delivers significant labor efficiencies and cost savings compared to conventional text prompt timers.

"The TT-500 enables restaurant operators to significantly reduce training time, improve execution and allows for ease of entry into new market segments with its easy to shift menus, selectable day parts and pictorially driven user interface,” said Ed Musial, Senior Director of New Product Introduction at FAST. “Its ability to quickly and easily update products or recipes and expand menu items through the USB port allows for faster and more accurate new product and LTO launches to drive increased traffic at the unit level for our clients.”

The (FASTIMER.) TT-500 can be customized for unique operator requirements and its icon-based menu prompts and product HELP features are intuitive and easy to use for diverse language crews that need to precisely track food products in a commercial food service establishment.

About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit www.fastinc.com.

Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2009 FAST

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FAST Strengthens Customer Support Team

Stratford, Connecticut, July 21, 2009 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of process controls for the food service industry, is pleased to announce additions and promotions to its Sales Team.

Recently rejoining FAST as Project Manager is James Seaton. He returns to FAST with a solid understanding of our products, customers and industry. Jim is responsible for guiding new product initiatives from conception to customer delivery. Working directly with our clients, as well as internal implementation teams, his role is vital in ensuring that new products are "on time and on target" with client expectations.

Jim has 15 years of experience in the chemical and electronics marketplace, managing logistics, international demand fulfillment and project coordination for multinational companies.

Promotion Announcements

Being recognized for their strong leadership skills are three veteran members of our FAST team:

Elevated to the position of Senior Director of New Production Introduction is Edward J. Musial. With FAST for 23 years, Ed and his team currently oversee product application development, deployment and technical support of all FAST products worldwide.

Mike Pardoe, whose leadership has grown the FAST International UK Customer Support Center across the EMEA region over the past 22 years, has been promoted to Managing Director – FAST International UK. Mike and his team are responsible for product application development, deployment and technical support of FAST products within the region.

River Zhang in our China/Singapore Customer Support Center has been promoted to Senior Director Business Development - Asia Pacific. River is responsible for FAST business development, product application and deployment, and technical support in the region.

"These three gentlemen continuously exceeded customer expectations delivering tremendous value, growth and business success to our clients. We are pleased to award these promotions to very deserving members of the FAST team," says Koether.

About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit www.fastinc.com.

Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2009 FAST

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FAST Expands Product Development Team

Stratford, Connecticut, May 5, 2009 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, is pleased to announce that Michael Keefe, Gerald Belanger, Louis Cesero II, and Michael Folcik have recently joined its engineering staff.

Michael Keefe, Director of Deployed Technology Enhancement and Design Services, will manage FAST engineering teams responsible for product enhancement and customer support for current products. For over 25 years at Cognitronics and ASML Mike managed global hardware and software engineering groups responsible for products targeted at the telecommunication and lithography markets. Having received a BS in Electrical Engineering, Mike brings leadership in partnering with customers to achieve technical objectives with skilled team leadership and project management. He is currently working toward his MS in Computer Science at Polytechnic University.

Gerard Belanger who contributed for over 20 years as a Sr. Microsystems Engineer with Cognitronics brings state of the art microelectronics hardware, software and networking skills to FAST as Senior Design Engineer. He received his BS Electrical Engineering from Bridgeport Engineering Institute.

Louis Cesero II strengthens the group with knowledge of hardware, software and PCB design joining as a Hardware Engineer. Louis has 12 years experience as a PCB designer with Eastman Kodak/Carestream Health where he also worked in the research and development department. Louis holds a BS Electrical Engineering degree from the University of New Haven, AS Engineering Science from Gateway Community Technical College and a degree for Connecticut School of Electronics.

Michael Folcik has joined the FAST team as Associate Innovation Engineer. A recent graduate from the University of New Haven with a B.S. in Computer Engineering, Michael’s background includes robotics and control systems. Mike’s focus will be R&D, bringing new technologies into FAST.

"We are delighted to welcome these gentlemen to FAST," stated George Koether, FAST CEO. "These additional resources will help ensure we deliver upon our commitment to continuous support and rewarding results as demand for our products and services continues to grow."

Real-World Experience for University of New Haven Students
FAST has also entered into a new and unique partnership with the University of New Haven. The program includes real-world experience for their students. However, unlike other programs, the FAST program involves the students with FAST over their entire tenure with the school and on a year round basis. Currently, three top-of-class students are participating in this innovative program.

About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit www.fastinc.com.

Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2009 FAST

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FAST Strengthens Operations Team

Stratford, Connecticut, March 10, 2009 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, is pleased to introduce Mario Frattaroli as Vice President of Operations.

“The VP of Operations is a customer focused member of FAST's senior leadership team who will proactively participate in FAST's market and client initiatives,” stated George Koether, FAST CEO. “Mario will help to shape our strategy and implement continuous improvement activities for delivering world class results to all FAST stakeholders.”

Mario is an accomplished hands-on manufacturing executive who has successfully led customer focused global operations programs during the past 25 years. His career is highlighted by a consistent record of increasing performance levels while reducing costs. He has produced noteworthy results in operations leadership roles for Media Links U.S.A, C-COR, ADC Telecommunications, Sensor Engineering, and Eaton Corporation.

Mario is skilled at directing mission critical initiatives, strategic planning and program design, and continuous improvement through LEAN manufacturing, Six Sigma, Value Engineering, QRM and global supply chain management.

Mario received his MBA from Sacred Heart University and BS in Mechanical Engineering from Fairfield University. He has been a member of the Board of Advisors for both Naugatuck Community College and the Connecticut Association of Purchasing Managers. He is a member of the Institute for Supply Management.

“Mario will help FAST balance profitability improvements, quality, and operational performance levels,” said Koether. “We're happy to have found someone with the right professional and technical skills and experience required to align our operations team with our global sales and marketing efforts to deliver on our reputation for customer specific manufacturing solutions.”

About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit www.fastinc.com.

Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2009 FAST

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For more information, contact:
Sherry Kraynak
FAST, Inc.
203-380-3488 Voice
203-377-8187 Fax
skraynak@fastinc.com
www.fastinc.com

Savings and ROI, Increased Efficiencies, Energy and the Environment

Stratford, Connecticut, February 16, 2009– Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, has recently participated in The NAFEM Show 2009 that hosted over 20,000 attendees and 600 foodservice equipment and supplies exhibitors at the Orange County Convention Center.

FAST's Tracker TT-500 was selected for the What’s Hot! What’s Cool! New Product Showcase because of its multiple benefits associated with food safety, labor efficiency, cost reduction, small footprint, new menu opportunities, and overall impact for providing an excellent customer experience.

"We are pleased with the number of appliance manufacturers and foodservice operators who met with FAST subject matter experts to explore ideas for delivering measurable results to their businesses," stated George Koether, FAST CEO.

Appliance manufacturers learned how they can speed their time to market, offer the best total value to their customers, optimize manufacturing and supply chain costs, reduce customer support costs, and innovatively differentiate themselves from their competitors.

Foodservice operators came away with a better understanding of how to assure food safety and consistent food quality, and how to benefit from operating cost savings, the elimination of production errors, labor efficiencies, simplified training, and expanded recruitment opportunities while minimizing the ecological impact from hazardous substances, waste and business processes.

About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency.  FAST participates in the NAFEM Technical Liaison Committee and Government Relations Committee. 

For additional information, visit www.fastinc.com or contact Sherry Kraynak at 203.380.3488 or skraynak@fastinc.com.

Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2009 FAST

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Common Interface Configurable for a Broad Range of Foodservice Appliances
Supports Two Temperature Zones and Four Timing Cycles

Stratford, Connecticut, January 27, 2009 – Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, will introduce its new CTT Cook Time and Temperature controller at The NAFEM Show 2009. This single display, reliable, precise, versatile and low-cost controller is configurable for two temperature zones and four timing cycles. The CTT's small foot print and flexibility enable OEMs to configure different appliance applications from a single SKU.

According to Ed Musial, FAST Director of New Product Introduction, "CTT is FAST's response to OEMs who asked us for a low cost device that can be configured across a broad array of appliances including grills, drawer warmers, fryers, rethermalizers, holding cabinets, ovens and marinaters."

OEMs integrate the CTT into appliances specified by foodservice operators who want to enhance food quality, taste, appearance and consistency without the need for separate controllers to monitor each cook step.  Operator error is eliminated and crew training time is reduced due to the CTT's simple interface, touch-n-go programming of recipes and timing cycles, LED display for across-the-kitchen status monitoring, and audible alerts that prompt action for commonly prepared items.

"Along with the flexibility for configuring multiple applications from a single SKU, the CTT reduces assembly labor by removing point-to-point wiring", said Musial. "Customer support costs are reduced due to electronic precision and durability that eliminates the need for recalibration."

About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency.  Visit www.fastinc.com.

Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2009 FAST

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Stratford, Connecticut, November 7, 2008 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST”), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, has won a silver CQIA Innovation Prize for its results directed Integration of Online Defect Tracking to Change the Manufacturing Culture.

Applicants include large, medium and small service companies, manufacturers, health care facilities, schools and colleges as well as state, local and federal agencies, and non-profit organizations. CQIA Innovation Prizes, ranked by twelve Baldrige trained examiners, follow a selection process that studies the problem solved or opportunity leveraged by the innovation along with numerical proof of how the organization has benefited from the innovation, which is defined as a service, process or product that is new to Connecticut in the last five years.

"Our historical manufacturing culture had been based on a build-and-inspect philosophy”, said George Paradise, FAST Director of Quality Assurance. “This automated online defect tracking system shifted our manufacturing culture to one of empowerment and ownership at the operator level. This resulted in expedited error reporting and root cause analysis, reduced product costs, and 98.5% average on time delivery.”

“Since this process has been in place for two years at FAST, actual data was available for us to substantiate our claims”, stated George Koether, FAST CEO. “Continuous quality improvement at all levels of our organization is a key performance indicator and part of the FAST culture. Innovation helps us to deliver results through our products and business processes.”

“Congratulations to FAST on winning a silver CQIA Innovation Prize” said Sheila Carmine, founder and executive director of the 21 year old Connecticut Quality Improvement Award Partnership. “You are certainly in impressive company.”

The Connecticut Quality Improvement Award Partnership is celebrating its 21st anniversary as America’s first state level award to use the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award for Performance Excellence criteria and the only state award among 32 other state quality awards that sponsors an annual Innovation Prize. www.ctqualityaward.org

About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency.

Notices: (FAST.) is a registered trademark of Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2008 FAST

Certain information discussed above may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in any such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved. Forward-looking information is subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from projected results. Among those risks, trends and uncertainties are the general economic climate, costs of food and labor, consumer demand, interest rate levels, the availability of financing and other risks associated with the acquisition, development and operation of new and existing restaurants.

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Goal to Better Serve Appliance Manufacturers and Restaurant Operators

Stratford, Connecticut, September 24, 2008 – Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (“FAST"), a leader in the design and manufacture of electronic appliance controls for the food service industry, has recently added two new members to its strategic accounts team for the purpose of offering flexible innovation, constant support and rewarding results to customers.

“FAST’s business model is successful when we build effective 1to1 working relationships with our customers”, said George Koether, FAST CEO. “Because we are deeply involved with appliance manufacturers and restaurant operators, it is essential that we locate sales leaders near to where our key customers are located.”

Tim Wrenn [northeast] and Joseph Ferron [midwest] join a team of sales leaders that have a strong reputation for delivering long term value, customer satisfaction, and effective communications with FAST’s design, manufacturing and support teams.

Before joining FAST earlier this year, Wrenn spent 25 years with Winchester Electronics in a number of sales and product marketing positions where he was a key participant in the delivery of solutions to OEMs that needed to add value to their product offerings. He has a strong insight into the electronics equipment industry and broad experience with computer, telecommunications, and test and measurement applications.  Tim received his MBA from the University of New Haven and B.A. from Western Connecticut State University. He resides in Connecticut.

Ferron spent 13 years in applications engineering, manufacturing engineering, sales engineering and national account management for 3M and Invensys Appliance Controls where he gained a deep understanding of electromechanical timers, A.C. synchronous motors, fluid and gas filtration products and other systems used in appliance, HVAC and refrigeration applications.  Joe received a BS in Electronics Engineering Technology from the University of Dayton. He is an active community member who volunteers in a number of charity organizations. He resides in the Chicago area.

About Food Automation - Service Techniques, Inc. FAST is considered the world leader in Foodservice Temperature and Process Control Solutions. FAST products are found in major brand appliances and restaurants in over 65 countries. While protecting its intellectual property, FAST continues its industry commitment by making available appropriate licenses for its proprietary technologies. FAST introduced the first solid-state (FASTRON.)® cooking computer in 1970, and continues to set the pace for its industry with products that improve food safety, food quality, and labor efficiency. Visit www.fastinc.com.