Supporting your energy-efficient equipment sales in 2026!

There’s never been a better time to be part of the Illinois Commercial Food Service Program.

In 2026, you can look forward to increased incentives in multiple equipment categories!

These increases will support you in delivering even greater value to your customers.

Watch for updates from your Outreach team member later this year.

In 2026, you’ll have access to a fresh suite of marketing tools.

We’re making it easier than ever for dealers and manufacturers to promote the Commercial Foodservice (CFS) Program and connect with customers in meaningful ways. From eye-catching signage to ready-to-use digital assets, we have designed tools to help you highlight program benefits and grow participation.

Customer Appreciation Kit

Show your customers some love with new tools designed to build loyalty and brand visibility:

• QR Code Handout – Included in the kit to encourage ongoing engagement with the program.
• Swag Item(s) – Keep your customers connected with the program through branded giveaways.
• Window Cling – A badge of success for customers to display.
• Thank You Letter – Signed by utility representatives, this note reinforces the partnership between dealers, customers and the program.

Dealer Outreach Collateral

We’re keeping your promotional toolkit stocked with materials that make an impact, both in-store and online:

• Stand-Up Banner – Continue showcasing rebate-eligible equipment in your facility with our updated banner, a proven favorite among dealers.
• Window Poster – Draw customers in from the street with a bold, attention-grabbing display.
• QR Code Handout – This half-page piece makes it easy for customers to access program information quickly and it’s here to stay in 2026.

Digital Collateral

Your digital marketing just got easier. Access downloadable, customizable resources from our dealer tool-kit to share program information online.

• Social Media Copy and Graphics – Pre-designed posts and images ready for your channels.
• Dealer Co-Promotions – Co-branded emails, website content, and utility-endorsed messaging that highlight program benefits and drive traffic to the CFS website.

Targeted Email Campaigns

We’ll also be rolling out hyper-targeted email campaigns to reach commercial foodservice customers directly. Connect with your audience through personalized, opt-in campaigns developed in collaboration with utilities and dealers.

Get ready to make 2026 your most successful year yet!

With these refreshed materials and marketing tools, you’ll have everything you need to drive awareness, increase participation, and celebrate customer success.

Drive year-end sales with the ultimate all-in-one kitchen solution: the combi-oven.

As restaurants gear up for one of the busiest times of the year, Commercial kitchen owners and operators are looking for ways to increase efficiency without sacrificing food quality.

That makes now the perfect time to showcase the value of combi-ovens, the ultimate all-in-one cooking solution for the holidays and beyond.

Why Operators Love Combi-Ovens During the Holidays

Combi-ovens combine convection and steam functions in one compact footprint, giving kitchens the flexibility to roast, bake, steam, and reheat, all with precision and consistency.

For kitchen operators under holiday pressure, that means they can handle everything from turkeys to sides to desserts with a single piece of equipment.

Sell the Benefits That Matter

• Labor savings: With automation and preset cooking programs, even less-experienced staff can deliver consistent results which is a BIG plus during seasonal hiring.
• Faster cook times: Operators can prepare multiple menu items simultaneously, improving ticket times and customer satisfaction.
• Smaller footprint: A single combi-oven replaces several pieces of equipment, freeing up valuable kitchen space.

Your Opportunity

Now’s the time to help your customers see how a combi-oven can simplify their holiday rush and keep them cooking smarter well into the new year.
Position combi-ovens as the profit-driving, labor-saving upgrade every kitchen needs before the holidays hit full swing.

Your success stories allow us to enhance the program.

Tell us your story

Your success stories help us enhance program materials and create compelling content that supports your sales efforts—by showing how our program delivers real value to your customers.

To share your success story, reach out to your Illinois Commercial Food Service Program outreach specialist or email us at foodservice-il@frontierenergy.com.