Exhibiting at HOTELEX Shanghai 2025

Franke Foodservice Systems Asia Company Limited is the Asian branch of the globally recognized Franke Group, specializing in the design, manufacture, and export of advanced foodservice solutions for quick-service restaurants and commercial kitchens. Located in Heshan, Guangdong Province, China, the company plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, efficient, and ergonomic kitchen systems tailored to leading foodservice brands around the world.

Company Overview

Franke Foodservice Systems Asia operates as part of Franke Group, a Switzerland-based multinational renowned for innovation in kitchen systems and stainless steel fabrication. With a strong presence in Asia, the company supports the strategic sourcing, manufacturing, and regional distribution of commercial kitchen components and systems for high-volume restaurants, QSRs (Quick Service Restaurants), and foodservice franchises.

The facility in Heshan, China serves as a manufacturing and service hub for markets across Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Australia, ensuring fast supply, customization, and cost-effective solutions.

Core Business

Franke’s core business spans two major categories:

• Commercial Kitchen Equipment:

  • Panini Presses
  • Fry Baskets (including Non-stick coated types)
  • Egg Cups
  • BBQ Chicken Baskets
  • Pasta Baskets
  • Bacon Racks
  • Topping Pump and Butter Bottle Warmers
  • Racks for Fried Food

• Integrated Foodservice Systems and Services:

  • Tailor-made QSR Kitchen Systems
  • Kitchen Resupply and Refit Services
  • Ergonomic Workflow Design
  • Specialty Fabrication Services (custom metal and component parts)
  • Installation and Equipment Rollout Support

Product and Service Offerings

Franke Foodservice Systems Asia provides:

• Fabricated stainless-steel components with high durability and hygiene standards
• Modular kitchen designs tailored to franchise and food chain operational models
• Rapid prototyping and custom parts manufacturing for QSR-specific workflows
• Lifecycle kitchen management from installation to upgrade services

Specialisation and Core USP

• Global QSR expertise with clients including McDonald’s, KFC, Subway, and other major chains
• Proven ability to standardize and roll out equipment across regions
• Deep integration of food safety, energy efficiency, and ergonomic design
• Robust supply chain and logistics capabilities across Asia

Franke is known for developing equipment that reduces energy use, minimizes staff fatigue, and optimizes food preparation speed in demanding QSR environments.

Financial and Operational Capacity

As a part of the Franke Group, which operates in over 40 countries, the Asia facility contributes significantly to the group’s:

• Annual revenue exceeding CHF 2.1 billion (approx. USD 2.3 billion)
• Global headcount of over 8,000 employees
• Factory capabilities supporting thousands of units monthly
• Long-standing multi-national franchise partnerships

The Heshan facility is equipped for multi-stage fabrication, assembly, packaging, and regional dispatch, ensuring rapid scalability.

Shipment Data

Franke Foodservice Systems Asia is a major exporter of stainless-steel kitchen systems and foodservice components:

• Ships to over 15 countries in Asia and Oceania
• Works under HS Codes such as 841981 (kitchen appliances) and 732393 (table/kitchenware of stainless steel)
• Ships via both B2B channels and corporate franchise distribution agreements

Target Market

• Global and regional QSR chains
• Commercial foodservice management companies
• Kitchen consultants and franchise developers
• High-volume catering and institutional kitchens
• OEM partners for custom kitchen metalwork and fittings

Capabilities

• In-house engineering and product development
• 3D design modeling and workflow simulation for kitchen layouts
• Stainless steel fabrication, welding, and polishing lines
• Modular system assembly and ergonomic testing

Franke also provides end-to-end lifecycle support for kitchen installations and resupplies, including post-installation training and scheduled upgrades.

Certifications and Compliance

Franke Foodservice Systems Asia adheres to:

• ISO9001: Quality Management System
• ISO14001: Environmental Management System
• NSF certification for food safety and hygiene
• Compliance with local fire safety and energy efficiency standards in export markets

All equipment is tested for reliability, ease of cleaning, and alignment with international health codes.

Customer Testimonials

As a trusted supplier to the world’s largest QSR brands, Franke has received consistent praise for:

• High consistency in multi-site rollouts
• Speed and responsiveness in service
• Durable, hygienic equipment that withstands high operational stress
• Ergonomic design that helps improve employee safety and throughput

Client feedback highlights the brand’s deep understanding of fast-paced foodservice operations, as well as its ability to deliver on both quality and scale.

Achievements and Industry Recognition

• Strategic equipment supplier to McDonald’s, KFC, and Burger King
• Recognized across industry expos for innovation in stainless steel kitchen systems
• Operates one of the largest foodservice-specific fabrication plants in South China
• Part of the globally renowned Franke Group, active since 1911

Franke Foodservice Systems Asia Company Limited is a cornerstone of fast-food kitchen innovation in the Asia-Pacific region. Through its advanced manufacturing, global support structure, and franchise-specific expertise, it continues to set benchmarks in operational excellence and design innovation for the global foodservice industry.