EPTA IS DESIGN AND INNOVATION IN THE FOREGROUND @HOSTELCO 2024 FOR THE HO.RE.CA SECTOR
Epta presents the vast and innovative offer of the Group for the Ho.Re.Ca. sector at Hostelco 2024 which, according to estimates of the international market research company Circana, has recently recorded a new record in Spain, with an increase of 3.2% and 11% in 2023, for visits and shopping in foodservice premises and facilities, compared to the previous year.
The nerve centre of this growth are the catering establishments, to which the trade fair is addressed, from 18 to 21 March at Gran Via Fir of Barcelona and organised in synergy with Alimentaria.
Hostelco, biennial event and benchmark in Europe for the Hospitality, food industry, equipment, machinery for restaurants, hotels and collective catering sectors, is undoubtedly the most prestigious and cross-sectional Spanish platform of innovation and business for the Ho.Re.Ca channel.
The event, which merges a traditional exhibition set-up with demonstrations, tastings, championships and conferences by experts of the sector, is a strategic opportunity to network, share best practices and the latest market trends and technologies, which make the edition attractive for thousands of professionals and international visitors.
EPTACONCEPT TRANSFORMS SPACES INTO VALUABLE EXPERIENCES
The creative genius of EptaConcept, specialised in the design of stores of great visual impact, is the true protagonist of the Epta exhibition space (Stand C275, Pavilion 4) which, tangible expression of the distinctive ability of the sub-brand to understand the unique demands of each Customer and transform them into tailor-made spaces, becomes a real valuable experience.
In today’s sector, where the focus increasingly moves towards a strategic design of the spaces, interior design emerges as a differentiating factor for Retailers.
In this regard, at Hostelco 2024, EptaConcept shows how striking and emotionally engaging universes within the sales areas, regardless of size and design, can boost the business of Retail companies, in terms of competitiveness and profitability.
HOSTELCO: THE BEST TECHNOLOGIES OF THE GROUP ON SHOW
The best technologies of the Epta Group, branded Eurocryor and Iarp, are on show, which, with a truly exclusive distinctive style, establish new standards of excellence for the Ho.Re.Ca. sector.
On show, Unico, the refined self-service island of the Stili family of Eurocryor, for artisanal pre-packaged products. The aesthetic and sensory dimension of the foods, exhibited as precious jewels, is enhanced thanks to a transparent and adjustable exhibition shelf according to the sizes of the fresh products.
Two brands complementary to each other: the Eurocryor models can be flanked by the Iarp plug-in refrigerated display cases, for new configurations and experimental layouts. These include Glee 45 Lite, belonging to the Cool Emotions range and dedicated to ice cream and frozen products, which stands out for its flexibility, customisation and absolute attention to detail.
Finally, the Glee 45 Lite model presents an elevated level of digitization, thanks to the Full OEM Solution version of LineOn. This digital technology, signed EptaService, is already on board, ensuring high level performance such as remote control, generation of reports and continuous 24/7 analysis of numerous parameters of plug-in cabinets.