Why Foodservice O.E.M. Parts Matter

By Dan Ferrazzo – Parts Sales Manager

Choosing a piece of restaurant equipment can be a long and painstaking process. Consideration must not only be given to functionality but also to the reliability, size, installation requirements and operating costs. The final decision is often the one that offers the best return on your investment.

We understand that this investment is pivotal to your kitchen success and that the longer the equipment’s operational life, the greater your return will be. The lifespan of commercial foodservice equipment can range from 5 to 25 years depending upon the equipment type and maintenance frequency.  What is certain is that this equipment should be productive for a significant period, and its life cycle can be extended through proper operational care and maintenance.

During this lifespan, you should expect certain components to wear and perhaps even fail. These occurrences have been planned by the manufacturer by designing equipment that allows components to be easily replaced; indeed, this is one of the key areas that help set commercial equipment apart from residential equipment.

What to Do When Your Foodservice Equipment Needs a Replacement Part

When your equipment needs service, there are two things that can be done to protect equipment lifespan. First, be sure to select a manufacturer-trained and certified technician. Second, insist on genuine O.E.M. replacements parts. Both strategies promote repair and maintenance quality and ensure that your equipment is maintained at the original manufacturer’s specifications. This specification is vital; it was the original reason for the selection of the equipment and is the single most important factor for maximizing the return on your investment. In addition, O.E.M. parts are warranted by the manufacturer giving the equipment owner additional protection.

At General Parts Group, we exclusively sell O.E.M. parts as well as manufacturer-recommended care items. In doing so we are supporting operators in their quest for maximizing product quality, consistency, and return on investment all at the same time!