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Baking in a stone oven dates all the way back to the 1400s in France when the first recorded stone oven was recorded. This time-honored tradition still plays a major role in the world of baking as many bakers and pizzaiolos alike rely on stone ovens to produce the highest quality products for their business. When it comes to producing...

At Empire, we pride ourselves on being able to build better bakeries over the past 45 years. We know a thing or two about how to put together a successful new bakery and also how to upgrade existing bakeries. Our years of experience and expertise allow us to suggest the proper layout and the necessary equipment to make a bakery...

As the saying goes “Cleanliness is next to godliness”, and no one knows that better than those that work in the food industry. To a baker, their bakery space and equipment are their temples and it means everything to them to keep the space and their tools clean. When it comes to their tools and equipment, sometimes bakers face a...

Baking is a labor of love. We see it all the time in bakeries and even larger wholesale facilities. A flurry of hands dividing, rounding and sheeting dough as it comes out of the mixer. Whether it is one person or a  line of bakers, manual dough production is a laborious and time-consuming process. As technological advancements are made in...

The bakery equipment industry has come a long way in terms of technological advancements. More and more bakeries and facilities are turning to these new technologies to help automate and streamline their production. Finding the right equipment can help take your business to the next level and lead to increased revenue and success. The wholesale bakery industry is one that...

With a population over 66.5 million in 2023 and consumer buying power exceeding $2 trillion, Hispanic Americans will represent over 20% of the total U.S. population over the next 5 years. Hispanic Americans have now become a critical growth driver of the U.S. economy and the bakery industry is already starting to see that growth. When it comes to the...

Artisan bread bakers know how important the process of kneading dough is in producing the highest quality artisanal breads. Some artisan bakers prefer hand-kneading as it provides them with a gentle mix and a sense of satisfaction. A great product starts with a great mix and there are pros and cons to both hand mixing and machine mixing. Bread bakers...

Looking to start a new bakery? Or maybe you are just looking to improve your existing bakery. Whether starting fresh or looking to grow, having the right equipment in your bakery will ensure that you are producing the highest quality products. Having reliable machines that are consistent, efficient and reliable will allow you to build a successful bakery and sustain...

The bakery industry has been changing drastically over the last decade due to advancements in bakery technology. One aspect that bakeries have been more reluctant to change, however, is bread production. Artisan bakers stress the importance of a handmade and high-quality product when it comes to artisan bread production. Lately, however, the advancements in tech and the labor shortage of...

Bakers everywhere know the feeling.  Business is good, and demand is high but production is at a standstill. The lack of staff and the aches in your hands could clearly indicate that something needs to be done about your bakery’s dough production process. Divining, weighing, sheeting and rounding your dough manually is a very laborious task, especially as your bakery...