Newsletter - August 2024
Secured R290 & GEMs approvals. Orders shipped to Brisbane w/ spares. Launched QUBI Wi-Fi ovens. Retailer outreach ongoing.
In our first three months of trading, we have made significant strides. Our top priority was to establish ourselves as a reputable supplier of Supermarket Display Refrigeration. A trip to the Supermarket Expo in Shanghai marked the beginning of key discussions, leading to the selection of a supplier and the initiation of negotiations for the supply of cabinets and auxiliary services.
With contracts now secured, we proceeded with the necessary applications to government departments to enable the sale of our products in the Australian market. We sought approval for the use of R290 Hydro gas in cabinets using this refrigerant, particularly within Queensland. We have already received approvals, and additional cabinets are currently under assessment. We have also submitted the necessary documentation to GEMS for approval, which is required for selling our cabinets in compliance with Australian energy ratings. We have been advised that these approvals should be completed within the coming week.
Our website continues to evolve, with new content added weekly to showcase our growing profile and equipment range, including innovative refrigeration displays. Visitors can explore "The Nice Kitchen" to see what our Gourmet Chefs are achieving with their new QUBI ovens or browse our range of ovens and accessories.
June was a productive month, as we received orders from customers, allowing us to add stock and fill a shipping container. Upon completion of the cabinet manufacturing process, our team traveled to the factories to inspect our completed orders, ensuring they met our quality standards before dispatch. I am pleased to report that we were thoroughly impressed with the products, and the container is now en route to Brisbane.
We have arranged for spare parts to be included with each of our containers, and technical support is in place to assist our field technicians. Our long-standing partnership with Modular continues as we launch the new QUBI combi oven model from Nevo into the market. We have successfully completed sales to our Spar stores, and their Gourmet Chefs are now sharing cooking recipes and photos on our website under "The Nice Kitchen."
The QUBI oven's integration with Wi-Fi allows factory technicians to monitor and upgrade systems remotely, ensuring our customers always have the latest technology and information. This feature offers substantial support and value to our customers.
We remain committed to maintaining regular contact with our retailers through our flyers, recognizing the importance of continued promotion of our products and services.
Thank you for your ongoing support. We look forward to showcasing some very special upcoming events on our website.