FAQs
Bowl Builder
Bowl Builder
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What exactly is Bowl Builder?
Bowl Builder is an automated food assembly system that brings robotic precision to bowl-based cuisines. It's a complete solution that includes: • Modular thermally-controlled food dispensers • Sauce cup dispensers • Automated bowl dispensing and filling • Integrated bagging and labeling system • Real-time portion control and quality monitoring • NSF certification for food and electrical safety
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What is Bowl Builder?
Bowl Builder is an automated food assembly system that brings robotic precision to bowl-based cuisines. It's a complete solution that includes: • Modular thermally-controlled food dispensers • Sauce cup dispensers • Automated bowl dispensing and filling • Integrated bagging and labeling system • Real-time portion control and quality monitoring • NSF certification for food and electrical safety
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What exactly is Bowl Builder?
Bowl Builder is an automated food assembly system that brings robotic precision to bowl-based cuisines. It's a complete solution that includes: • Modular thermally-controlled food dispensers • Sauce cup dispensers • Automated bowl dispensing and filling • Integrated bagging and labeling system • Real-time portion control and quality monitoring • NSF certification for food and electrical safety
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What are Bowl Builder's specs?
• Throughput: Up to 200 bowls per hour • Space requirements: ~60 square feet • Operating hours: Can run 24/7 with minimal staffing • Order accuracy: Every portion weighed and photographed • Temperature and humidity control: Both hot and cold ingredients maintained at food-safe temperatures • Delivery time: Average 3-minute latency time for the first bowl and then one bowl every 18 seconds • Quality rating: Experimental brands are 4.7/5 stars over the past 18 months continuous of operations
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What are Bowl Builder's specs?
Bowl Builder is an automated food assembly system that brings robotic precision to bowl-based cuisines. It's a complete solution that includes: • 18 thermally-controlled food dispensers • 12 sauce dispensers • Automated bowl dispensing and filling • Integrated bagging system • Real-time portion control and quality monitoring • NSF certification for food safety
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What are Bowl Builder's specs?
• Throughput: Up to 200 bowls per hour • Space requirements: ~60 square feet • Operating hours: Can run 24/7 with minimal staffing • Order accuracy: Every portion weighed and photographed • Temperature and humidity control: Both hot and cold ingredients maintained at food-safe temperatures • Delivery time: Average 3-minute latency time for the first bowl and then one bowl every 18 seconds • Quality rating: Experimental brands are 4.7/5 stars over the past 18 months continuous of operations
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Cuisines that work best?
Optimal for: • Tex-Mex bowls • Mediterranean bowls • Rice bowls • Grain bowls • Salad bowls • Any cuisine based on measured portions of proteins, grains, and vegetables Not recommended for: • Very delicate ingredients (e.g., fresh avocado) • Extra-long noodles or stringy ingredients • Ultra-sticky or highly viscous sauces • Items requiring tableside preparation
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Cuisines that work best?
Optimal for: • Tex-Mex bowls • Mediterranean bowls • Rice bowls • Grain bowls • Salad bowls • Any cuisine based on measured portions of proteins, grains, and vegetables Not recommended for: • Very delicate ingredients (e.g., fresh avocado) • Extra-long noodles or stringy ingredients • Ultra-sticky or highly viscous sauces • Items requiring tableside preparation
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Cuisines that work best?
Optimal for: • Tex-Mex bowls • Mediterranean bowls • Rice bowls • Grain bowls • Salad bowls • Any cuisine based on measured portions of proteins, grains, and vegetables Not recommended for: • Very delicate ingredients (e.g., fresh avocado) • Extra-long noodles or stringy ingredients • Ultra-sticky or highly viscous sauces • Items requiring tableside preparation
Business Metrics
Business Metrics
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What kind of labor savings can I expect?
Based on our operational data: • 30-50% reduction in marginal labor costs • Typical savings of ~45% in optimal conditions • Enhanced staff efficiency through task specialization • Reduced training requirements • Lower staff turnover compared to traditional operations
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What kind of labor savings can I expect?
Based on our operational data: • 30-50% reduction in marginal labor costs • Typical savings of ~45% in optimal conditions • Enhanced staff efficiency through task specialization • Reduced training requirements • Lower staff turnover compared to traditional operations
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What kind of labor savings can I expect?
Based on our operational data: • 30-50% reduction in marginal labor costs • Typical savings of ~45% in optimal conditions • Enhanced staff efficiency through task specialization • Reduced training requirements • Lower staff turnover compared to traditional operations
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How does Bowl Builder improve quality and consistency?
• Every ingredient precisely weighed • Photographic verification of each order • Temperature monitoring throughout service • Humidity injection system • Detailed documentation of each bowl's components • Automated portion control reduces waste • Digital record-keeping for quality assurance • Ability to verify order accuracy and reduce disputes
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How does Bowl Builder improve quality and consistency?
Bowl Builder is an automated food assembly system that brings robotic precision to bowl-based cuisines. It's a complete solution that includes: • 18 thermally-controlled food dispensers • 12 sauce dispensers • Automated bowl dispensing and filling • Integrated bagging system • Real-time portion control and quality monitoring • NSF certification for food safety
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How does Bowl Builder improve quality and consistency?
• Every ingredient precisely weighed • Photographic verification of each order • Temperature monitoring throughout service • Humidity injection system • Detailed documentation of each bowl's components • Automated portion control reduces waste • Digital record-keeping for quality assurance • Ability to verify order accuracy and reduce disputes
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What's required to implement Bowl Builder?
Facility requirements: • 60 square feet of floor space • 208V/240V single phase with Neutral and a 50amp breaker • Water connection • Drain access • Regular kitchen ventilation Staff requirements: • 1-2 staff members per shift • Basic technical training provided • ServSafe certification recommended • Standard kitchen prep skills
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What's required to implement Bowl Builder?
Facility requirements: • 60 square feet of floor space • 208V/240V single phase with Neutral and a 50amp breaker • Water connection • Drain access • Regular kitchen ventilation Staff requirements: • 1-2 staff members per shift • Basic technical training provided • ServSafe certification recommended • Standard kitchen prep skills
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What's required to implement Bowl Builder?
Facility requirements: • 60 square feet of floor space • 208V/240V single phase with Neutral and a 50amp breaker • Water connection • Drain access • Regular kitchen ventilation Staff requirements: • 1-2 staff members per shift • Basic technical training provided • ServSafe certification recommended • Standard kitchen prep skills
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How does maintenance and cleaning work?
• 1-2hrs total cleaning time • Standard food-service sanitization protocols • Clear cleaning procedures and checklists Maintenance: • Regular preventative maintenance schedule • Remote monitoring capabilities • Technical support available • Replacement parts program
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How does maintenance and cleaning work?
• 1-2hrs total cleaning time • Standard food-service sanitization protocols • Clear cleaning procedures and checklists Maintenance: • Regular preventative maintenance schedule • Remote monitoring capabilities • Technical support available • Replacement parts program
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How does maintenance and cleaning work?
• 1-2hrs total cleaning time • Standard food-service sanitization protocols • Clear cleaning procedures and checklists Maintenance: • Regular preventative maintenance schedule • Remote monitoring capabilities • Technical support available • Replacement parts program
Implementation & Support
Implementation & Support
Implementation
& Support
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What kind of support does Lab37 provide?
• Initial staff training • Operating procedures and playbooks • Menu optimization assistance • Technical support • Preventative maintenance • Performance monitoring • Recipe development assistance • Integration with existing POS and delivery platforms
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What kind of support does Lab37 provide?
• Initial staff training • Operating procedures and playbooks • Menu optimization assistance • Technical support • Preventative maintenance • Performance monitoring • Recipe development assistance • Integration with existing POS and delivery platforms
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What kind of support does Lab37 provide?
• Initial staff training • Operating procedures and playbooks • Menu optimization assistance • Technical support • Preventative maintenance • Performance monitoring • Recipe development assistance • Integration with existing POS and delivery platforms
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How long does it take to implement Bowl Builder?
• Typical installation: 1-2 days • Staff training: 2-3 days • Menu optimization: 1-2 weeks • Full operational capability: 2-4 weeks
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How long does it take to implement Bowl Builder?
Bowl Builder is an automated food assembly system that brings robotic precision to bowl-based cuisines. It's a complete solution that includes: • 18 thermally-controlled food dispensers • 12 sauce dispensers • Automated bowl dispensing and filling • Integrated bagging system • Real-time portion control and quality monitoring • NSF certification for food safety
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How long does it take to implement Bowl Builder?
• Typical installation: 1-2 days • Staff training: 2-3 days • Menu optimization: 1-2 weeks • Full operational capability: 2-4 weeks
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How do I get started?
• Get in touch • Schedule a consultation • Review space requirements and menu compatibility • Discuss implementation timeline • Begin onboarding process
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How do I get started?
• Get in touch • Schedule a consultation • Review space requirements and menu compatibility • Discuss implementation timeline • Begin onboarding process
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How do I get started?
• Get in touch • Schedule a consultation • Review space requirements and menu compatibility • Discuss implementation timeline • Begin onboarding process