Michelle Dennis, from Food Infotech, sits down with Hasan Raza, Manager Sales and Application at Lainox, Ali Group, to delve into the innovative offerings of the company. Lainox, prominent brand under the Ali Group umbrella, specializes in commercial kitchen equipment, particularly renowned for their Combi Ovens and Hi-Speed Ovens. As the representative of Lainox in India, Hasan Raza sheds light on the company’s global presence, expansion plans, key accounts, and their cutting edge products.
Q1: Welcome to the interview, Mr. Hasan Raza. Could you please provide our audience with an overview of Lainox and its place within the Ali Group?
Ans: Certainly, Michelle. Lainox is part of the Ali Group, which stands as the world’s largest commercial kitchen company, boasting over 110 brands under its umbrella. Lainox is a key player in the portfolio, manufacturing top-tier equipment such as Combi Ovens, Hi-Speed Ovens, and Blast Freezers. In fact, we proudly hold the position as one of the the world’s largest manufacturer of Combi Ovens. My role primarily involves representing Lainox in India.
Q2: Impressive! Can you share with us the extent of Lainox’s global reach? In which countries are you currently present?
Ans: Lainox operates in a vast network spanning across over 120 countries worldwide. Our headquarters are based in North Italy, and from there, we serve clients across the globe, ensuring that our cutting-edge kitchen solutions reach every corner of the market.
Q3: With such an expansive presence, does Lainox have any plans for further expansion in the near future?
Ans: Absolutely. We are continuously striving to expand our operations to better serve our customers. In fact, we have recently initiated plans to extend our footprint in India. As part of this endeavor, we have appointed a dedicated Sales Manager for South India, enhancing our ability to cater to the specific needs of this region.
Q4: Let’s delve into your key accounts. Could you share some insights into the prominent clients or key accounts that Lainox serves?
Ans: Certainly. Some of our key accounts include renowned names such as Haldiram’s, Hyatt, Radisson, ITC, TAJ, Eatwell House, Pyramid Café, Katani, Maffei, and Jasper Foods. Notably, our customer utilizes our Combi Oven to cook a staggering 5,500 kg of Various Kind of chicken Tikaa and Paneer tikka in our 20 tray Unit —an impressive testament to the efficiency and reliability of our equipment.
Q5: Fascinating. Now, let’s focus on your product offerings. Could you enlighten us about the Hi- Speed Oven and its applications?
Ans: Of course. Our Hi-Speed Oven is tailored to meet the demands of Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) such as Coffee Shop, Sandwich Bar, and fast food restaurants. It enables rapid cooking times, allowing dishes like Frozen Pizza to be prepared in just 90 seconds, Samosas in 30 seconds, and sandwiches, wraps, or rolls in a mere 30 seconds. This level of speed and efficiency is pivotal for businesses seeking to enhance their productivity without compromising on quality.
Q6: Lastly, could you provide us with more details about one of your flagship products, the Neo 24?
Ans: Certainly. The Neo 24 is a versatile kitchen solution that offers a myriad of cooking functionalities within a single product. From blast chilling and blast freezing to hot food holding, slow cooking, proofing, and thawing—it encompasses a comprehensive range of cooking techniques. This multifunctionality streamlines kitchen operations, maximizing efficiency and space utilization while maintaining exceptional quality standards all in a small footprint.
Q7: Thank you, Mr. Hasan Raza, for sharing such valuable insights into Lainox’s operations and product offerings. It’s been a pleasure speaking with you.
Ans: The pleasure is mine, Michelle. Thank you for the opportunity to shed light on Lainox’s contributions to the culinary industry.
