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GENERAL FAQ

 
Are FIFO products food safe?
Yes. We design our products for the specific needs of foodservice establishments. This means that all FIFO Innovations products are manufactured with food grade materials.
 
Do your products contain BPA?
No. All FIFO products are free of melamine, polyamide and BPA.
 
Are your products dishwasher safe?
Yes. All FIFO products are commercial dishwasher safe.
 
How much waste do traditional squeeze bottles create?
On average, traditional squeeze bottles can leave 15% - 25% of your sauce stuck in the bottle. When you consider the volume of sauce busy restaurants go through each day this adds up, FAST! A busy restaurant could be losing more than $1,000 each year from wasted sauce.
 
How can I reduce food waste for my restaurant?
Many restaurants find FIFO products to be an effective component of their waste reduction efforts. Not only do Portion Pal™ and Sauce Gun Bottle offer the highest product yield, restaurants can also forecast stock requirements more accurately to help prevent over ordering.
 
What is NSF™?
NSF™ is a public health and safety company that regulates the food service industry.

FIFO BOTTLE™ FAQ

 
What are the benefits of FIFO BOTTLE™?
FIFO BOTTLE™ is bottom dispensing which provides several benefits. Having the sauce already at the bottom means you don’t need to bang the FIFO BOTTLE™ on the counter, providing faster service and longer bottle life. Gravity pulls the sauce down, providing up to 15% sauce savings over traditional squeeze bottles.

 
What does FIFO mean?
Proper food rotation is the first rule in every kitchen. FIFO BOTTLE™ uses the oldest sauce first. First In, First Out!
 
How much money can I save using a FIFO BOTTLE™?
This depends on usage, but restaurants have told us they see sauce savings up to 15% over traditional squeeze bottles. The thicker the sauce, the more you save!
 
Does FIFO BOTTLE™ leak?
As long as the appropriate valve is chosen for the type of product being dispensed, no leaking will occur. If the bottles are dropped, a small amount of sauce may splatter. A significant change in temperature from a cold fridge to a hot kitchen will cause the air in the bottle to expand and may result in short term sauce leakage. This can typically be solved by squeezing the bottle once to allow the warmer air into the bottle.
 
Can you put FIFO BOTTLE™ in a water bath?
This is not recommended as water could be sucked into the bottle after dispensing.
 
Is FIFO BOTTLE™ dishwasher safe?
Yes. All FIFO BOTTLE™ components are dishwasher safe.
 
Are all the caps interchangeable?
Yes. FIFO BOTTLE™ has been designed so that all dispensing and label caps will fit onto any size FIFO BOTTLE™.
 
Does FIFO BOTTLE™ contain BPA?
No. All FIFO products are free of melamine, polyamide and BPA.
 
What are FIFO BOTTLE’s dimensions?
Size Diameter Height
12oz(355ml) 2.45"(62mm) 6.50"(165mm)
16oz(473ml) 2.45"(62ml) 8.11"(206mm)
 
Does FIFO BOTTLE™ work with caps from other manufacturers?
No. FIFO BOTTLE™ will only work with FIFO BOTTLE™ caps. Caps require the same threading as the bottle in order to ensure a tight seal.
 
What temperature range can FIFO BOTTLE™ handle?

FIFO BOTTLE™ will withstand temperatures of 180°F/82°C, making it commercial dishwasher safe. For optimal performance and safety, we advise to keep FIFO BOTTLE™ below 100°F/37°C when in use. FIFO BOTTLE™ can be used with warmed sauce at a maximum temperature of 140°F/60°C for up to two hours. Heating FIFO BOTTLE™ can result in leaking when the air inside expands as it warms, forcing sauce to leak from the valves.

Please note that as per the American Burn Association, severe burns can occur when in contact with substances above 120°F/48°C.

 
Can FIFO BOTTLE™ be microwaved?
We do not recommend warming FIFO BOTTLE™ in a microwave, as this can result in the bottle and its contents exceeding safe handling temperatures. Microwaving may also cause sauce to leak from the bottle as the air inside FIFO BOTTLE™ expands when warmed. However, FIFO BOTTLE™ and its components will not be damaged by the microwaving process.

FIFO BOTTLE™ USER GUIDE

FIFO Bottle™ User Guide - English

FIFO BOTTLE™ Spec Sheets

PORTION PAL™ FAQ

 
What are the benefits of using PORTION PAL™?
PORTION PAL™ enables restaurants to control portions and save money with its 98% sauce yield. The lightweight, ergonomic design allows for fast, accurate dispensing. Adjust portion size by snapping on the colored ring that corresponds to your desired portion.
 
What volumes can PORTION PAL™ dispense?
PORTION PAL™ can be set to dispense fixed portion quantities. The following portion rings are approved for use in your restaurants: 1/4oz (7.5ml), 1/3oz (10ml), 2/5oz (12.5ml), 1/2oz (15ml), & 4/5oz (25ml). The McDonald’s Canada Portion Pal kits include the 1/3oz (10ml) ring. Other rings must be purchased separately.
 
What sauces can be used with PORTION PAL™?
Please refer to your Portion Pal Bottle Matrix for details on which sauces are to be dispensed with Portion Pal and for which portion ring to use.
 
Does PORTION PAL™ leak?
As long as the appropriate valve is chosen for the type of product being dispensed and no air pockets are left in the bottle when filling, no leaking will occur. If the bottles are dropped, a small amount of sauce may splatter. A significant change in temperature from a cold fridge to a hot kitchen will cause any air in the bottle to expand and may result in short-term sauce leakage.
 
Can you put PORTION PAL™ in a water bath?
This is not recommended as water could be sucked into the bottle after dispensing.
 
Is PORTION PAL™ dishwasher safe?
Yes. PORTION PAL™ is dishwasher safe.
 
Does PORTION PAL™ have measurement markings?
Yes. The PORTION PAL™ has measurement markings in both ounces and milliliters. Some restaurants take sauce inventory and find the markings useful.
 
How do I keep my PORTION PALS organized?
The Portion Pal Wire Rack Organizer is designed for McDonald’s double-sided prep line and holds six (6) Portion Pals.
 
Will PORTION PAL™ help me reduce food waste?
Restaurants find PORTION PAL™ is an effective tool for their waste reduction efforts. Not only does PORTION PAL™ offer the highest product yield, restaurants can forecast stock requirements more accurately to help plan sauce inventory.
 
What temperature range can PORTION PAL™ handle?
PORTION PAL™ will withstand temperatures of 180°F/82°C, making it commercial dishwasher safe. For optimal performance and safety, we advise keeping PORTION PAL™ below 100°F/37°C when in use. Heating PORTION PAL™ can result in leaking when the air inside expands as it warms, forcing sauce to leak from the valves.

Please note that as per the American Burn Association, severe burns can occur when in contact with substances above 120°F/48°C.
 
What is the difference between PORTION PAL™ and SAUCE GUN BOTTLE?
Both PORTION PAL™ and SAUCE GUN BOTTLE provide accurate portioning, fast dispensing and a 98% yield. PORTION PAL™ is made from food grade plastic for an ergonomic lightweight design, while SAUCE GUN BOTTLE works with stainless-steel SAUCE GUNS, making it slightly heavier, but extremely durable. Each SAUCE GUN dispenses a fixed portion, whereas PORTION PAL™ can dispense multiple portions (ranging from 1/4oz to 1oz) by simply switching out the colored portion ring on the handle.

PORTION PAL™ USER GUIDE

PORTION PAL™ Spec Sheets

SAUCE GUN BOTTLE FAQ

 
What are the benefits of Sauce Gun Bottle?
By using Sauce Gun Bottle with any widely used stainless steel Sauce Gun, restaurants are able to control portions and save money with its 98% yield. The durable stainless-steel construction and simple time-tested operation make SAUCE GUN a great option for high-volume restaurants that don’t need the ability to regularly adjust portion volumes.
 
What sauces can be used with Sauce Gun Bottle?
Please refer to your Sauce Gun Bottle Matrix for details on which sauces are to be dispensed with Sauce Gun Bottle.
 
Does Sauce Gun Bottle leak?
As long as the appropriate valve is chosen for the type of product being dispensed and no air pockets are left in the bottle when filling, no leaking will occur. If the bottles are dropped, a small amount of sauce may splatter. A significant change in temperature from a cold fridge to a hot kitchen will cause any air in the bottle to expand and may result in short-term sauce leakage.
 
Can you put Sauce Gun Bottle in a water bath?
This is not recommended as water could be sucked into the bottle after dispensing.
 
Is Sauce Gun Bottle dishwasher safe?
Yes. Sauce Gun Bottle is dishwasher safe.
 
Does Sauce Gun Bottle have measurement markings?
Yes. Sauce Gun Bottle has markings in both ounces and millilitres. Some of our customers take sauce inventory and find the measurements useful.
 
What is the difference between Sauce Gun Bottle and PORTION PAL™?
Both PORTION PAL™ and Sauce Gun Bottle provide accurate portioning, fast dispensing and a 98% yield. PORTION PAL™ is made from food grade plastic for an ergonomic lightweight design, while Sauce Gun Bottle works with stainless-steel SAUCE GUNS, making it slightly heavier, but extremely durable. Each SAUCE GUN dispenses a fixed portion, whereas PORTION PAL™ can dispense multiple portions (ranging from 1/4oz to 1oz) by simply switching out the colored portion ring on the handle.
 
Will Sauce Gun Bottle help me reduce food waste?
Yes. Many of our customers find Sauce Gun Bottle is an effective component of their waste reduction efforts. Not only does SAUCE GUN BOTTLE offer the highest product yield, restaurants can forecast stock requirements more accurately to help plan sauce inventory.
 
What temperature range can Sauce Gun Bottle handle?

Sauce Gun Bottle will withstand temperatures of 180°F/82°C, making it commercial dishwasher safe. For optimal performance and safety, we advise keeping Sauce Gun Bottle below 100°F/37°C when in use. Heating Sauce Gun Bottle can result in leaking when the air inside expands as it warms, forcing sauce to leak from the valves.

Please note that as per the American Burn Association, severe burns can occur when in contact with substances above 120°F/48°C.

 
Can I use FIFO products with Sauce Gun?
No. Only Sauce Gun Bottle is compatible. Portion Pal™, FIFO BOTTLE™ and other traditional squeeze bottles will not work with Sauce Gun.

SAUCE GUN BOTTLE USER GUIDE

Sauce Gun Bottle User Guide - English

SAUCE GUN BOTTLE Spec Sheets