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The dinnerware design team at Germany’s Bauscher Porcelain has been consistently taking their game to higher and higher levels in recent years. The most recent example of their artistic renaissance is the new MELTEMI Collection. To understand the essence of MELTEMI, you need to imagine yourself along a romantic coastline, in a tiny café or restaurant overlooking perhaps the Mediterranean or the Aegean Sea.
New MELTEMI from Bauscher comes in a variety of shapes, colors and designs which allow the operator to create mix-n-match the uniquely perfect collection for transporting THEIR guests to that faraway tranquility and for the perfect presentation of THEIR menu items. To learn more about MELTEMI or any of the other wide range of hospitality products available from BauscherHepp, go here: https://www.bauscherhepp.com/product-category/dinnerware/?filter_collection=meltemi
The Purity collection from BAUSCHER is a modern classic that sets the global standard for sophisticated food presentation. With its combination of design and functionality, the collection has been received enthusiastically in the national and international hotel, restaurant and catering sectors. Its strict minimalism is given a decidedly delicate quality by the fineness of the innovative material Noble China. With the compatible Antique Style pattern concept, BAUSCHER now offers numerous variations that evoke associations with distant cultures and past epochs. An inspiring ambiance for fresh food presentations – as a stage for casual dining or experimental contemporary cuisine – is created by the five new Antique Style patterns in the Purity collection. With their graphic ornamentation, the Antique Cinnamon and Antique White Pepper variants bring to mind Moorish patios and Mediterranean tile art. The refined execution conveys the illusion of a patina – lightened by the Mediterranean sun. The embellishments in muted earthy colors meld Iberian fire with Arabic ornamentation to create an extraordinary eye-catcher that leaves room for stagings and clashing styles. The finely chased Antique Olive pattern impresses through its discreet elegance and sensual charm. The branching patterns create a Mediterranean look, which underscores the warm olive hue while allowing for ideal presentation of classic cuisine and modern food creations in equal measure.
Antique Sea Salt captivates with gray-blue color nuances that lend the pattern a special elegance. The combination of finely woven ornamentation and elements of the “used look” produces a charming, imperfect appearance that provides an original frame for meals. Filigree arabesque ornamentation and warm brown tones of the Antique Mokka pattern variant reinforce the impression of the supposedly flawed – thus arises a modern, graceful vintage look. Through the worn look and the restraint of the pattern, which seems to almost disappear in places, Antique Mokka creates an extraordinary attention-getter that inspires extraordinary presentations.
Bauscher Hepp, Inc recently announced that The Hode Group, Inc, based in Crystal Lake, IL has been awarded representative group of the year for 2014. The Hode Group, a manufacturer representative company providing products & services to catering, healthcare, hotel, and restaurant professionals, has been a representative of Bauscher Hepp Inc’s 5 brands for 3 years now. Since signing on with Bauscher Hepp, they have brought continual growth to the region & in 2014 they exceeded sales plan in all three MAFSI territories they manage. “I am so thrilled to have the Hode Group as the Bauscher Hepp, Inc rep group of the year; they are true partners!” said MaryAgnes Raulston, Vice President of National Accounts, Bauscher Hepp, Inc. “I look forward to continuously growing the Bauscher Hepp tabletop presence throughout the Midwest market with the addition of the showroom and their strong work ethic and expertise.” Most recently The Hode Group and Bauscher Hepp partnered in opening a brand new showroom in the Chicago market. The new showroom, located at 1048 West Fulton Market, boasts a 1400 square foot display space, a rooftop patio for entertaining and events, as well as a 1400 square foot storage space in the basement. The Hode Group were instrumental in getting the space up and running. BHS tabletop AG, (parent of the Bauscher, Schonwald, and Tafelstern dinnerware brands) a global market leader in the field of professional porcelain, remained on its winning track in the financial year ended (calendar year 2014). The company’s sales almost reached the 100 million mark at EUR 99.3 million, 9.1 per cent higher than in the previous year (EUR 91.1 million). The earnings position was equally pleasing: operating income (EBIT) in 2014 totalled EUR 4.7 million, an increase of around 29 per cent compared with the previous year (EUR 3.7 million). Christian Strootmann, CEO at BHS, explains: “We counter the persistently fierce price competition resulting from worldwide overcapacity with highly innovative product concepts and sophisticated international tabletop and logistic solutions. We position ourselves as a service provider and a problem-solver, and that is precisely why we remained the world’s most sought-after contact for the professional foodservice business last year.” The continued success of the BHS tabletop strategy in the financial year ended is shown by a number of new references such as the new cruise liner TUI Mein Schiff3, leading hotels such as the Four Seasons in Moscow and the Waldorf Astoria in Jerusalem, and the company’s presence at the football World Cup. In the VIP areas at the twelve World Cup stadiums in Brazil, BHS was represented with professional porcelain from its brands Bauscher, Schönwald and Tafelstern.
Noble China: BHS tabletop proves its innovative power
Strootmann regards the market launch of an extremely innovative bone-white porcelain body under the brand name Noble China as another milestone of the financial year ended and a revolution from a technological perspective. The porcelain, with its precious and filigree aura, is tailor-made for use in high-class catering establishments and hotels and impresses with its edge impact resistance and surface hardness. Accordingly, Purity, the new up-market china collection from Bauscher, is the most successful new product launch in the last 20 years at BHS. “Noble China has given BHS tabletop access to new target groups. We have shown that we can translate our state-of-the-art technology head start into innovative products of the highest quality”, adds BHS tabletop’s CEO. BHS tabletop makes further investments in Germany Investments in technology and capacity extension are the driving force for further growth and for differentiation among competitors. In the reporting year, BHS invested a total of EUR 14.7 million. The main focus of its investment, apart from the acquisition of UK hospitality supplier John Artis, was the installation of a new high-pressure casting plant at the company’s Schönwald site. BHS is going to invest another EUR 5 million in 2015. This will finance a further carousel crushing plant at the Weiden site with a view to increasing its existing capacities. The investment volume estimated for that project is EUR 1.3 million. In Schönwald, another EUR 1.4 million is going to be invested in the expansion of high-pressure casting capacities. From a sustainability point of view, too, BHS is playing a global pioneering role in the porcelain industry. Sustainable business management and modern environmental management are anchored firmly in the company’s processes and in its code of conduct. The company is certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 14001 (environmental management) and DIN EN ISO 50001 (energy management). As of 31 December 2014, the company employed 1,132 people (previous year: 1,103). This increase resulted primarily from the acquisition of UK-supplier company John Artis. At the German sites the employment situation is pleasingly stable. Despite the high level of pension obligations, the financial and liquidity position at BHS remains solid. The unprecedentedly low interest rates led to a dramatic increase in pension provisions in the financial year and were accompanied by a reduction in the equity ratio. Even the group’s positive earnings figures were unable to offset this state of affairs. Consequently, the equity ratio declined from 40 to 32.5 per cent – although it remains at a comfortable level. Together with its highly positive liquidity position, then, BHS also retains the necessary financial strength to carry on investing successfully in markets and processes in the future. Outlook: Positive forecast for the current financial year The geopolitical crises in Eastern Europe are affecting all consumer and capital goods manufacturers. The economic sanctions imposed by the USA and the European Union, among others, and the sharp drop in the rouble for which these were partly responsible makes exporting more difficult and are currently having a depressant effect on investment intentions in the hotel and catering sector. The severe debt crisis in Greece is presently generating the same effect. In the USA, on the other hand, the buoyant economic figures give grounds for optimism. The fact that BHS exports to more than 120 countries and has developed even greater proximity to its customers in recent years continues to give the company a solid starting position for profitable growth. Christian Strootmann: “Although no upward trend will be discernible for a long time to come in the southern and eastern European economies, there are encouraging signals from other important regions and target markets. Thanks to our global presence, which is underlined by an export ratio of around 50 per cent, to our proven business model, and to our highly motivated and professional workforce, we are starting the current financial year optimistically despite the many challenges.” It’s a growing trend these days….Bauscher Hepp, Inc. is now announcing the opening of their new showroom in Chicago’s booming Fulton Market Innovation District. Their new showroom has been created in partnership with The Hode Group, a manufacturer representative company providing products & services to catering, healthcare, hotel, and restaurant professionals, as well as Chef Works, a uniform company for the hospitality industry.
The new showroom, located at 1048 West Fulton Market, boasts a 1400 square foot display space, a rooftop patio for entertaining and events, as well as a 1400 square foot storage space in the basement. The elegant presentation of all five of the company’s European brands will give clients a first class opportunity to select and build the best tabletop option from Bauscher Hepp’s extensive portfolio. The Bauscher Hepp lineup of hospitality tabletop brands includes Bauscher and Tafelstern porcelain dinnerware, Hepp and WMF flatware & hollowware, and Luigi Bormioli glassware This is the company’s second new showroom in the last year. In January 2014 Bauscher Hepp, Inc. announced that they would be relocating their corporate office that includes a 3400 square foot showroom and event space to support growing sales and headcount. The choice to build a second showroom in Chicago stems from the strong business relationships developed by Vice President of National Accounts MaryAgnes Raulston. “Chicago is an amazing city for hotels and restaurants…the growth is unbelievable. Locating our showroom in the heart of the old meatpacking district and just a few blocks from the Randolph Street restaurant row is proving to be extremely successful. Chicago is a great city to visit and an easy place for customers to fly into when looking for new tabletop ideas and inspirations.” To learn more about the Bauscher Hepp Inc. collection of hospitality brands and products, go here: http://bauscherhepp.com/ When Germany’s Bauscher Porcelain launches an innovative new dinnerware material and gives it the style and sophistication reflected even in the name of its first collection – PURITY – they sure know how to target their newest customers! With accommodations in a castle steeped in history, a fantastic view of the city and a variety of culinary creations, presented on BAUSCHER’s finest porcelain: The newly opened Schlossberg Thun Restaurant & Hotel (Switzerland) promises its guests an unforgettable experience. Hosts Alexandra Bonazzi Hofschneider and Stefan Hofschneider rely on extraordinary porcelain for their special creations – snacks and meals are presented on the new, supremely elegant Purity collection by BAUSCHER. “This project was our first order for Purity in Switzerland – and without a doubt a very special occasion. Originally the customers wanted to order Bone China porcelain. However, our new collection convinced them immediately,” says Manuela Küfner, Head of Marketing at BAUSCHER. “In a way, we are reinventing porcelain with the revolutionary new material Noble China. Furthermore, the design of Purity is a perfect fit for high-quality concepts implemented by the international hotel and restaurant industry.” With its filigree body, Noble China is in no way inferior to Bone China porcelain, but offers the benefits of hard porcelain in terms of chipping resistance and surface durability.” ‘Enjoying food and drink, rest and celebration in a peaceful and warm atmosphere’ – this is the motto in Thun. Under the guidance of the experienced architects Alexandra Bonazzi Hofschneider and Stefan Hofschneider the castle, which is more than 700 years old, was carefully rebuilt and meticulously renovated. Now a boutique hotel including a restaurant, bistro, garden terrace, bars and lounges has come to life within these historic walls. The owners have created a unique meeting place with a special atmosphere for parties, seminars, banquets and for lingering and enjoying. When selecting the décor, the customers carefully combined old and new elements while respecting the impressive history of the property. Alexandra Bonazzi Hofschneider, director of Schloss Hotel Thun AG: “As experienced architects my husband and I value extraordinary design – we love forms that are minimalist and simple and were therefore on the lookout for classic, round tableware. We immediately liked the design of the Purity collection, also because the Bonewhite shade of the porcelain is just incredibly beautiful.” In the restaurant, the collection’s easy handling and adaptability for use in many different combinations is convincing – a perfect fit for Head Chef Christian Meffle, who likes to get creative when presenting his meals. In the Schlossberg restaurant he presents popular classic dishes with international influences. His various culinary creations can be enjoyed in the three rooms of the restaurant, in the bistro and in the garden. The castle’s bar is a popular meeting point and is located in the entry hall to the restaurant and to the castle’s museum. A very special experience awaits hotel guests: They can spend the night in one of the 14 modern and tastefully decorated single and double rooms in the former prison wing of the castle. The highlights here are the exclusive tower room with historical wall paintings and the generous suite with its impressive view of the city of Thun, Lake Thun and the Alps. For BAUSCHER and the company’s exclusive Swiss partner Berndorf Luzern the project posed a few special challenges: “The decision for Purity was made shortly before the opening, giving us only three weeks,” says Beat Hämmerlin, the sales agent at Berndorf Luzern responsible for the project. “That is a very short time, especially considering that the collection was brand new on the market at that time. However, we managed to deliver all our porcelain in time.” Schlossberg Thun Restaurant & Hotel is now using 39 different items from the BAUSCHER Purity collection – a total of 4,200 porcelain pieces. For more information on Schlossberg Thun, go here: http://www.schlossberg-thun.com/ Form more information on Bauscher Porcelain's new PURITY collection, go here: http://www.bauscher.de/home.html - D. James On the strength of the launch of Bauscher’s new Purity porcelain, sales achieved from The World Cup event, and strong sales success in North America, BHS Tabletop AG (parent of the Bauscher, Schonwald, and Tafelstern brands) announced its optimism for 2014 and dividend results for fiscal 2013. In North America, the restructuring of Bauscher USA with a positive impact resulting in U.S. sales growth from 4.8MM to 11.6 MM USD. In addition to strong results, the company announced a series of investments totaling 5.1 million Euros from this past year, including new high-pressure casting equipment at Schonwald. The company has also upgraded IT systems and reinvested in improvements to become more energy self-sufficient. "We understand it is not only our job, the BHS stand out from the framework and results in the industry, but also the strategic development of the company over and over again. Our production is currently probably the most modern and flexible production of hard-paste porcelain worldwide. And we want to expand our technology leadership," said BHS Tabletop AG CEO Christian Strootmann. Strootmann expects 2014 to remain positive for the company as the first several months have started positive both in terms of new products and strategic directions taken by the company. To read the entire release, go here: BHS Tabletop AG Press Release June 2014 To learn more about BHS Tabletop AG and its Bauscher, Schonwald, and Tafelstern brands, go here: http://www.bhs-tabletop.de/
Bauscher’s high quality standards and service in all areas have a clearly defined goal: to satisfy their customers. We’re pretty sure the customers who choose the soft colors of MODERN RUSTIC will be more than satisfied.
To find out more about Bauscher's new MODERN RUSTIC and to learn more about the wide range of hospitality tabletop products available from BauscherHepp Inc., go here: http://bauscherhepp.com/ |
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