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Deployed in over 130 countries and territories.
Our Story
Welcome To The Kitchen Brains Family
Founded in 1969 by Ben Koether, KitchenBrains® has evolved from its initial innovation—a product designed to ensure consistently perfect french fries—into a leading industry partner for premier foodservice operators and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) worldwide.
We design, engineer, and manufacture a comprehensive portfolio of controllers, monitors, and sensors for hot and cold applications at our headquarters in Stratford, Connecticut, USA.
Our dedication to innovation and problem-solving is demonstrated by our extensive patent portfolio. We hold 52 U.S. patents, with 36 specifically focused on delivering practical, effective solutions for foodservice operators. This commitment to real-world application is further reinforced by our recent $2 million investment in state-of-the-art equipment, ensuring we remain at the forefront of technological advancement."
Complementing our manufacturing capabilities, our Advanced Technology Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, houses our dedicated teams responsible for IoT and Cloud product development, implementation, and management. As a global brand, we also maintain sales and support offices in Europe and Asia, ensuring comprehensive service for our international clientele.
As a second-generation family business, we deeply value the enduring, personal relationships we have cultivated with our customers, suppliers, and employees.
Our knowledgeable team is readily available to address your inquiries and provide tailored recommendations for Kitchen Brains solutions, based on your operational requirements. Furthermore, I extend a personal invitation to contact me directly. My door is always open, and I can be reached on my cell phone at 203-913-8105.
Thank you for your continued partnership with Kitchen Brains.
Chief Executive Officer
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Trusted
Over fifty years of successful global partnerships.
Innovative
Continuously pioneering market transforming solutions.
Open
Connecting and integrating multiple solutions across all leading equipment and software.
Relevant
Collaboratively solving real world challenges today and tomorrow.
Visionary
Leading the industry with innovative products and solutions.
55+ years of innovation and success
September 23, 1969
Food Automation – Service Techniques, Inc. (FAST.)® founded. First customer, Hardee’s, orders 300 computers to ensure the perfectly cooked French fry.
September 23, 1969
1973-74
Expands into Europe and opens California office. Hardee’s, Arthur Treacher’s, Burger King, Friendly’s, Wendy’s and OEM Pitco adopt (FASTRON)® cooking controls.
1980s
Opens UK office. Launches first-generation microprocessor-controlled cooking computers and timers. Deploys first M2M controls. Expands headquarters and factory.
1980s
1990s
Expands into Japan and opens offices in Florida and South Africa. National rollout of oven controls for KFC’s Colonel’s Rotisserie Gold Program. Introduces ZAP and TRACKER™ timers.
Early 2000s
Expands into China. Deploys industry’s first Smart Commercial Kitchen (SCK), a completely closed-loop end-to-end software solution for back-of-house food service operators. Henny Penny licenses SCK protocol.
Early 2000s
Mid-2000s
Launches VC-210 cooking control. Pioneers Xwire, industry’s first proprietary wireless protocol designed for Smart Commercial Kitchens. Rolls out oven control to Blodgett for KFC Grilled Chicken Program. First touch screen timer, TT-500, released. KFC GB licenses (FAST.)® first production management software application.
2010-2012
Acquires Modularm® and enters the cold side of the business. Rolls out two-button TRACKER™ II Timer for Whataburger and TT-500 for Wawas.
2010-2012
2013-2018
(FAST.)® rebrands as KitchenBrains®. Implements global deployment of the Genius Suite of cloud-based applications, interfacing with stores and controls within stores, using wireless technologies. Receives the 2016 Kitchen Innovation Award for Food Safety Manager (FSM).
2019-2020
Goes live with KB360, an open IoT ecosystem integrating cloud, mobile, gateway and embedded devices. Launches new PCAP and resistive touch screens with smart interface boards that can be deployed with any appliance. Rolls out BB Battery Timers, Scrub Buddy Handwash Reminder & Timer and the Modularm® 75LCT, available globally, with Bluetooth for local administration.
2019-2020
2020-Today
QPM expansion continues. Now installed in 18 countries.
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