How Broaster’s ES24G Solves Pain Points
By: Katie Hammaker, National Accounts Manager
As Broaster’s National Accounts Manager, I support chains all across the United States with their Broaster Pressure Fryers, from the beginning of the sale all the way through to on-site installation and training of hourly employees. While Broaster has been developing the E-Series 24G and taking it to key customers for tests and evaluation, I have witnessed how truly remarkable this machine is, and how it solves many problems for these accounts.
When it arrives at a location, hourly employees, managers, and leadership alike tend to be impressed with the features that are consciously designed but not overengineered. Of course, the signature features are well received, like the automatic dual powered lift. Operators can bring in high-capacity machines that don’t require their employees to try and maneuver a huge, heavy, hot basket of chicken around the busy kitchen. Compared to other manual lift machines out there, the auto-lift is very easy to operate. There’s no hopping and heaving to get the lid mechanism to close—just the touch of two buttons. So regardless of stature, ability, or free hands, the employee can get product into and out of the cooking well easily.
Notably, the SmartTouchTM screen is a big hit. It keeps the operator informed of the pressure fryer’s status in real time. It displays when filtering is happening, and is programmable with pictures, which helps knock down language barriers. Another great feature is that within one minute of the start of a cook cycle, you can change the selected programmed product without restarting the cooking timer. In the real world, when an operator accidentally selects bone-in chicken when they really meant to tap tenders, it’s great not to have to spend time doing mental math figuring out how long the product has been cooking for. They can just change the correct programmed product without missing a beat. With the E-Series 24G, an incorrect button being pressed doesn’t have to compromise the integrity of the product.
As I’m attending these trainings and working with these locations, I have witnessed some great benefits to the E-Series 24G. Oil life at some locations has reached 3 or 4 weeks, instead of the 5-7 days they were getting on their previous unit. Filtering more often and changing oil less is keeping oil costs down. Labor is freed up to work on other tasks, and the E-Series 24G keeps everyone informed of its status. Simply put, it cooks the MOST amount of chicken with the least amount of oil, energy, labor and space under the hood.
Two of my most favorite parts of my job are directly related to training on-site on the E-Series 24G. The first is the looks of awe and celebration from employees when I show them how easy it is to filter on the E-Series 24G. There are no fittings to disassemble or parts that need to go through the dishwasher. Just a quick wipe down, a few filter papers and aids, hold down ring, and back under the machine the filter pan goes. It’s such a simple process, and employees tell me they don’t dread filtering anymore.
My second most favorite is when service technicians come in to work on an E-Series 24G, which does happen from time to time. With all the electrical components on one side and all plumbing on the other, it’s easy for them to troubleshoot and repair the E-Series 24G quickly. This gets them out the door to their next call quicker, and it gets the operator back up and running. As a proud Broaster employee, when these service personnel tell me how easy it was to work on, I am glad we can be the “easy stop” for their day.
Recently, I was training hourly staff at a busy grocery-deli on the E-Series 24G they had just installed. I asked one of the workers that was there for training why she hadn’t done much cooking on the previous pressure fryer. She explained to me that the previous pressure fryer required manual release of pressure that took around 20 seconds. As she was releasing the pressure, a disgruntled shopper accosted her for “standing around” instead of working on their order. She avoided frying on that unit again. She was relieved that the E-Series 24G has automatic pressure release, which releases the pressure concurrently to ending the cooking cycle. Improved product quality from the automatic pressure release is a great benefit; potato wedges perfectly crisp, limited coating fall off from the chicken, but so is making that employee’s day-to-day better.
If you’re a chain location wanting to extend your oil life, free yourself from complex filtering processes, improve the quality of your products and reduce the daily burdens of your staff, lets talk.
Whether you’re a chain location serving bone-in chicken day-in-day-out, or someone who sells high volumes of tenders, fillets, or other fried foods, I would be excited to show you how Broaster’s E-Series 24G can help improve your business.
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Day 3 at the @nationalrestaurantshow 🎉 We are having so much fun talking to everyone & showcasing our chicken & equipment. Stop by & listen in on some of our public demos 🎤 #2025RestaurantShow #BetterBeBroaster #BroastBroastBaby
May 19
Day 2 at the @nationalrestaurantshow 🤩 Visit us at Booth #4062!
May 18
Day 1 of @nationalrestaurantshow we delivered some Genuine Broaster Chicken to our friends at @cocacola ♥️🍗 #BetterBeBroaster #2025RestaurantShow #BroastBroastBaby
May 18
We’re here at the @nationalrestaurantshow at Booth #4062! 🎉🍗 Stop by & visit us!
May 17
Happy National Buttermilk Biscuit Day! 🧈🍞
Flaky, golden, buttery perfection—our buttermilk biscuits are reason enough to celebrate. But pair them with our juicy, crispy, Jumbo Popcorn Chicken? Now that’s a flavor combo worth craving! 🍗💥
May 15
Come see our VF-3 Ventless Fryer in action this weekend at the @nationalrestaurantshow 💥
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May 13
Happy Mother`s Day!
Today, we’re celebrating the women who fill our hearts — and our plates — with love. Treat Mom to something crispy, golden, and unforgettable. 🍗💕
Because nothing says "I love you, Mom" like a bucket of her favorite Broasted chicken!
May 11
🎣 Hook your customers with a Friday night favorite!
Our Beer Battered Cod Fillets are made from 100% skinless, boneless, whole muscle wild Alaskan cod—crisped to golden perfection in a rich, flavorful Samuel Adams® ale batter. 🍺🔥
Pair `em with our crispy potato wedges and you`ve got the ultimate fish fry combo that`ll have everyone coming back for seconds. 🙌🐟 Available at a Broadliner Distributor near you! #BetterBeBroaster
May 7
This week’s Operator Spotlight goes to Lucy’s Burgers located in Blaine, MN! 🔥
Lucy’s Burgers specializes in savory handmade burgers (fresh, never frozen), Genuine Broaster Chicken, state fair quality cheese curds, & fresh salads! 🍔
Join them for happy hour, relax by their cozy fireplaces, enjoy a cocktail on their patio, or catch the game with friends. At Lucy`s Burgers, great food and a welcoming atmosphere come together for an unforgettable dining experience. 😎
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May 6
Who says a piñata has to be filled with candy? 😉 Happy Cinco de Mayo! 🍗🎉
May 5
#FAQFryDay: How do I minimize Fryer downtime?
1. Always use Broaster filtering compounds & follow the recommended filtering procedures set forth in your Operations Manual.
2. Always make sure the filter screen is in place under the filter paper when you reassemble your filter pan.
3. If the pressure valve (small lever on top of Broaster) won’t fully close, the drain valve could be open & clogged. Remove clog with your ramrod & close drain valve.
4. Always keep spare O-rings on hand for cover & filter pan.
5. When filtering & cleaning your Broaster Pressure Fryer, always use the brushes from your Pressure Fryer Accessory Kit. These brushes were specially designed to quickly & easily clean the units. Contact your Local Authorized Distributor if you need replacement heads or brushes.
6. Once a month, verify screws for the probe guard are tight & not missing.
7. Keep copies of instruction sheets & job aides on hand near your equipment to ensure proper procedures are always followed. This is especially important when you have newer employees in the kitchen.
8. NEVER turn the unit on with water &/or cleaning solution in the cooking well. Always unplug your unit & place the cleaning flag on the latch column to alert others that the well is currently being cleaned with water.
9. Always use your handy O-Ring & groove cleaner tool when installing O-Rings or cleaning your groove. This tool was designed to not damage the O-Ring or the groove. If damage occurs to either component, this may cause your unit to not build pressure.
10. Always use OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) Components & parts on your Broaster Pressure Fryer. Failure to do so may void your warranty.
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May 2
Today is a very special day for the Broaster Company—we get to celebrate two dedicated, hard-working, talented individuals for their 30-year anniversaries with us! 🎉
Troy Long and Ron Kollasch have been an important part of our Broaster family for 30 years now. We are so lucky to have them on our team! Drop a comment below to show them some love! 💬👇
May 1
🎩❤️ We had a delightful afternoon hosting the lovely ladies of the @redhatsociety for lunch today! They joined us to learn more about Broaster and enjoyed our famous Genuine Broaster Chicken 🍗 while sharing laughs, stories, and great company.
Apr 30
Who doesn’t love cheese curds? 🧀 Our Battered Cheddar Curds are covered with a light & tasty batter & par-fried to crispy perfection. Our curds are made from real Wisconsin yellow cheddar cheese that simply melts in your mouth. They’re frozen, ready to cook!
You gotta have ‘em! Ask your local Broaster Distributor for availability 👉 https://ow.ly/JwsO50VGkFy
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Apr 29
Create delicious, smoked foods with the Smokaroma Pressure Smoker! 😍
The Smokaroma Pressure Smoker combines the modern scientific method of pressure cooking with pressure smoking to create delicious foods. Traditional pits require constant attention, such as turning the food and basting, while the Smokaroma Pressure Smoker eliminates the need for constant labor while producing flavorful results in much less time.
Standard Features:
✨ Fast and easy operation increases productivity.
✨ Requires minimum kitchen space, and casters are standard, making the unit portable.
✨ Pressure smoking reduces shrinkage up to 40% over other methods.
✨ Smoke up to 45 pounds of ribs in under 90 minutes.
Get in contact with us today for a quote! #BetterBeBroaster
Apr 28
#FAQFryDay: Does Genuine Broaster Chicken offer training?
Yes! When you become an operator, you will have access to our training experts along with training materials and our national marketing team! We are here to help you each step of the way.
Apr 25
