ARC (Sabaf Group) is ready to redesign professional cooking with two patented innovations and a brand identity that looks straight to the future
Article by Massimiliano Luce
For ARC, flame is not just a means of cooking: it is a symbol of efficiency, durability, safety and respect for the environment. It is no coincidence that Blue Flame is the name given to the concept around which the company’s new solutions revolve, designed to add value both to those who design equipment and to those who work in the kitchen every day. «The Blue Flame concept, represented by a blue logo with a flame in the centre, was created to communicate to our customers and users of professional equipment (such as chefs) the principles that guide ARC in the design, manufacture and servicing of our burners and accessories», says Loris Gasparini, chief executive officer of ARC, part of the Sabaf Group since 2016. «At ARC, every choice is dictated by the desire to be green and offer products that are sustainable, reliable in design and use, safe for those who use them and energy efficient. All our products are fully recyclable and designed to minimise their environmental impact».
The choice of logo and concept is extremely significant and indicative. «The flame of our burners has an intense blue colour, a sign of optimal combustion and therefore maximum safety. This is not a random choice: we like to remember that the Earth has been defined from space as the ‘blue planet’. For us, taking care of the blue planet means reducing our ecological footprint in every aspect of our work».
Global expansion and local partnerships
Among the values of Blue Flame ARC, efficiency, safety and durability are emphasised. «To respect the blue planet, it is essential to maximise energy efficiency. Our burners are designed to guarantee maximum performance with minimum waste and to produce as little unburned fuel as possible, helping to reduce pollution. Our production processes are also efficiency-oriented, thanks to the use of latest-generation, low-energy consumption machinery. Safety is an essential value, both for the people who work with our products and for those who use them every day in professional kitchens. The durability and robustness of our solutions are designed to withstand intensive use over time: no disposable products, no planned obsolescence. We offer our customers reliable components that last over time, minimising the need for replacements and, therefore, waste production. Professional tools equipped with ARC components guarantee chefs years of safe, high-performance and efficient use, with reduced running costs and environmental impact».
The Blue Flame approach is also finding fertile ground outside Europe. «ARC is now a globally recognised brand, synonymous with quality, innovation and customer partnership. We are already successfully present in many markets, but we see great growth potential especially in those areas where sustainability, energy efficiency and long product life are increasingly sought-after values. The growing global focus on environmental impact means that high performance, safety and reliability are increasingly in demand, not only in traditional markets but also in new emerging ones. Our strong cultural identity and ability to adapt to specific needs enable us to export our Blue Flame approach anywhere in the world, focusing on sustainability, innovation and partnerships with local customers».
Two patented innovations that raise the bar
In terms of products, ARC is shining the spotlight on its new Series 115 and Series 120 High Pressure burners. We asked Loris Gasparini what sets them apart from previous models. «The constant research and development that sets ARC apart allows us to present two important patented innovations. The 115 Series was created in response to our customers’ need for a burner with a modern, minimalist design that minimises surfaces exposed to dirt and facilitates cleaning. In addition, the integrated safety system with pilot flame and thermocouple, enclosed within the burner, makes it extremely resistant to dirt and obstructions, ensuring maximum safety and reliability. These burners offer some of the highest power ratings in the market and exceptional efficiency, especially when using small diameter pans for fast cooking, thanks to the overlapping flames».
«The 120 High Pressure Series», continues Loris Gasparini, «is our response to the specific needs of the Indian market, where gas is supplied at high pressure. These burners incorporate a low-power pilot flame safety device and thermocouple, which guarantees total safety even in the most demanding conditions, as well as extremely low gas consumption. For the first time, the Indian catering sector has products designed specifically for its needs: maximum power, unparalleled efficiency, absolute safety and significant energy savings, with clear advantages for both the restaurateur, in terms of running costs, and the environment».
Easier installation, maximum hygiene in the kitchen
The integration of the pilot flame represents a major technological leap forward, with tangible benefits for both manufacturers and users of the equipment. «For chefs, the ARC patent with integrated pilot flame guarantees maximum hygiene thanks to reduced and easily cleanable surfaces, minimal cleaning times and an extremely long service life for the equipment, without the need for technical maintenance or replacement of the pilot flame. The efficiency and design tailored to professional kitchens also translate into reduced operating costs and improved quality of life for those working in the kitchen. For cooking equipment manufacturers, ARC burners offer simplified installation thanks to the reduced number of components to be assembled, increasing product profitability and reducing the risk of warranty claims. Furthermore, equipping professional kitchens with ARC burners means offering added prestige linked to the Blue Flame brand, synonymous with quality, safety and sustainability».
A key promise also concerns after-sales service, which translates into continuity, reliability and support over time, with spare parts guaranteed even after ten years. «ARC designs and manufactures every component of its burners in-house. This allows us to preserve and develop forty years of know-how, accumulated through careful design and direct production at our factory in Campodarsego. Even after many years, we guarantee the availability of original spare parts for all our products, so that chefs can extend the life of their professional equipment in an effective and economical way. Choosing ARC products means opting for solutions that reduce waste and environmental impact, avoiding the need to replace entire appliances just because of a single missing part. This approach underlines our commitment to total sustainability, from design to after-sales service».
From chef to manufacturer: building a recognisable brand
In fact, ARC aims to become a household name among those working on the front lines in the kitchen. «Our strategy is based on constant and direct communication, both with professional equipment manufacturers, as well as with chefs and operators in the Horeca world. We aware that the quality of our products must also be known and valued by end users. For this reason, we have launched an active presence on the main social networks—LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook—in order to communicate our philosophy, ARC values and the Blue Flame concept to an ever-wider audience. The goal is to create an informed community that recognises ARC as a reliable partner for quality, safety and sustainability in professional cooking equipment».
Let’s wrap up with a key point for ARC: technical support and after-sales training. «The installation and correct use of professional burners require specific skills and constant attention to operating conditions. For this reason, at ARC we consider customer training to be a key element in ensuring maximum performance, safety and durability of our equipment. We offer ongoing technical support to ensure that every installation is carried out optimally, designed to enhance the performance required by chefs and maintain the highest level of safety in the kitchen. Our burners are constantly updated to comply with the most stringent international regulations, and our experience as industry specialists allows us to support customers at every stage, from installation to maintenance. For us, it is not enough to be suppliers: we want to be partners to our customers. Only through a relationship based on trust and collaboration can we truly contribute to their success, ensuring that every investment in ARC technology is maximised in terms of performance, safety and sustainability. «With ARC» concludes Loris Gasparini, «customers are not just buying a product, they are entering into a technological partnership where training and support are an integral part of the added value».
