Air Brushing & Table Top Depositor
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I use almost exclusively the stuff from Tomric and Chef Rubber. I suspect they are one and the same.
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I use almost exclusively the stuff from Tomric and Chef Rubber. I suspect they are one and the same.
updated by @Carlos Eichenberger: 06/15/15 05:10:22
Air Brushing & Table Top Depositor
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Can any advise on a good color coco butter brand to use for airbrushing ? I've been directed too Chocoley always welcome second opinions
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I'm spraying tempered colored cocoa butter, at working temp (31-33 dec C). If sprayed correctly it sets almost immediately. If sprayed too heavily, just like car paint, it runs.
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What are you spraying and at what temperature? Does the mix set as it hits the cooler moulds or might it run?Thanks,Duffy
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Love the photos! Thanks for sharing. I'm also checking into getting a airbrusher. I've been advised to used a plastic bag as my background then I could scrape off the excess and remelt it. Seems like a good idea!
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Brian:Please upload the PDF as a reply to that everyone who is interested can view it.:: Clay
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Lana.Can I email you a PDF?brian
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Lana.Trying to find something the marketing team did for this request in the past, thanks for your patience.b
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Thanks everyone for the feed back .............and yes I will just be purchasing an air brush set. The depositor is a little out of my each right now. Especially since I'm not sure how much it's really going to help.
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That is a sweet setup! Your ingenuity is awesome. Just as good as stainless steel any day. We had a similar setup at a restaurant I used to work at for spraying plates with chocolate for decoration.
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I'm with Clay on this one . . . . no laughing here. I love the $50 solution to the $1000 problem!b
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This is nothing to laugh about. I simply love the ingenuity people display in making stuff. You can spend hundreds of dollars on spray cabinets that you can make with spare parts and duct tape.Where would we do without duct tape?
Air Brushing & Table Top Depositor
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Cheebs.The Dollar got stronger!I agree that it is a bunch of money but it's about speed. Once you know the mould designs you are able to set the amount and go (and not think). And if you can write prep lists in such a way that does not require an complete clean between flavors then your depositing can be done VERY quickly! I have one in my test kitchen, sometimes I use it, sometimes I don't but if I was in production every day, I would use it.brian
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Here we go. Please don't fall off your chair laughing.
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That's better than the $8000 I was quoted at Tomric sometime in December, but it's still tough for a small chocolatier to justify the expense.
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ClayThe last quote I saw was $6995.b
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Cheebs:Do you have any pictures of your setup to share?:: Clay
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Brian:What's the approximate price on one of these?:: Clay
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Can't help on the depositor part as I still use squeeze bottles for filling centers. I can't wrap my head around paying $8k+ for that thing.For the airbrush, I bought a standard "home" type air compressor and air dryer attachment (under $250 for both), and purchased a bunch of $15 Badger 250 airbrushes (Tower Hobbies). The only additional purchase is the reduction adapter to connect the compressor's quick-release mechanism to the Badger's air hose. Easily found on ebay.I have the compressor set for 25 psi, which is ideal for the Badger, and have had very nice results. As a poor man's paint booth, I rigged a shipping carton with a suction fan and some air filtration material and it works a treat. Beats hand-painting molds!
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Karen.The company I work for sells a meterable table top depositor for soft centers. Here's the link http://www.tomric.com/ItemDetail.aspx?cmd=local&item=6805 Or contact me at Tomric if you have any questions.brian
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Hello EveryoneI'm a little new to the chocolate world!!!!!!!!!!!! I've been doing it has a hobby for some years and now want to expand. I was looking into purchasing a air brush machine and depositor (table top) and wanted some suggestions. I'm farily a one person show so I need help on moving parts along.Thanks K Chocolate Dzines
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Maltitol ??
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There is a thread on the Choc Alchemy site talking about the chemistry of all this - worth checking out.
Maltitol ??
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Has anyone used maltitol (Maltisorb, Maltisweet) to sweeten confections? This is an artifical sweetener and I'm wondering if it acts like sugar in chocolate confections in the hands of anyone on this site.Thanks
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Sole Proprietor vs LLC? What do you do?
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I will add that federal tax laws are that a SP and a single member LLC are treated the same (you and your LLC's taxes are the same). If you have more then one member Then do NOT file as an LLC but as a C corp (your filing is quite a bit more complicated as are the fees). Your taxes will then be tied in with the other people and according to my CPA it is a bit of a nightmare to work out (especially if there is a fall out - as has happened with me). If you are a single member business, LLC is fine, taxes are the same but check with your CPA on this. Filing with the State Corporation Commission (or your state equivalent) is pretty easy - in my state, NM, I filled out a two page form and paid $50 for the filing fee. But then, I'm in the wild west where things are slow and these things can be easy to do.
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If you plan on having just one or a just few owners use an LLC.If you plan on many investors have a C corp.Do not go with SP. An LLC gives you same tax benefits with some added legal protection.Good luck.John.Rossini@TravelChocolate.com
Sole Proprietor vs LLC? What do you do?
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There are 2 reasons why people generally register a Corp in Delaware - taxes and case law.Taxes in DE are reasonably cheap for coporations, thus a big advantage to those that generate high revenues and can off-set the additional costs of doing business in DE.Case Law - case law in DE is highly favorable to Corps and there is a LOT of case law there to back up and educate you on how things will go in the state. Not all states have such history and puts a lot more of the decision in the hands of the judges and jury. This is especially important if you ever intend to raise significant amounts of capital for your business (>$1,000,000), plan to merge with another business or expect to go public at some point.That said, DE does not have a lot of case law on LLC's since they are a reasonably new form of entity. Furthermore, registering in DE does not (in the case of NY) remove the requirement for publishing in NY. In fact, even if you register in DE, you'll still need to register in your state as a foreign entity and follow all the rules and regulations regarding that. In NY, for instance, you still have to publish.In many cases, registering in DE, NV, MT or other states other than your home state doesn't really make sense and ends up costing you more in the long run. If you're not very familiar with the laws of both states or the accounting rules that apply, do yourself a favor and speak with an attorney that is. It's not as cut and dry as people make it out to be.Worse comes to worse, you can always fix it. It's not cheap, but you can move corporate entities around if you need to.Zeke
Sole Proprietor vs LLC? What do you do?
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Filing in states such as Delaware and Nevada are advantageous due primarily to low state taxes. There are also certain liberties a company based in Delaware or Nevada has, which are not available in other states. It is these liberties which are the reason why many companies that go public are filed in these states. It's a double edged sword though; you get the rope, and can easily hang yourself with it.
Sole Proprietor vs LLC? What do you do?
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I'm starting as a sole proprietor and will change to an LLC when I get more assets and my liability goes up. Currently I have a 2 million dollar general liability insurance policy. Sounds like a lot but it's pretty standard. I do it this way because this is the advice I've been given pertaining to my situation. I'd say talk to a few different professionals (lawyer, accountant, other small business owners) about your particular situation.
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I am in Texas and when I started my business I designated myself as an LLC, mostly for liability reasons. In Texas one can apply online directly with the Secretary of State and have a reply in the same day, and the cost is nominal.
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I've heard about this as well. I understand some companies decide to do that because of filing and annual taxes cost, which are much lower in some states...and some states are simply more business friendly than others.I believe there are some catches, though. Google it up to get some basic info...search for "foreign corporation" and you will find tons of information online.But, do talk to a lawyer before actually doing anything concrete.
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I just met with a lawyer becuase I'm switching from SP to LLC. Apparently, you don't necessarily have to file in the state in which your business is based. For some reason, lots of LLC's are files in Delaware. I would check out your local SCORE or SBA office and see if they have leads on pro bono lawyers to help you make this decision.
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Gordon.I believe you do not have to be incorporated to open a business bank account. All one needs to do is to go to the County Clerk (in Manhattan they are located on 60 Centre Street) and pay for a DBA (Doing Business As).They will give you a document saying that you run your business as a sole proprietor under your own name, but doing business as (add the name you wish to use for your business, if not your own). Take this document to a bank and you should be able to open a business account.In any case, these are basic information and they change from county to county (or State to State). You should look for a lawyer to better assist you with all this.
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The total cost for any corporation in NY (C, LLC, S) is dependent on the locality where you are filing.If you are in NYC, they can require that you post notice in The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal (they won't for a small corp but the point is they could). Out here in Westchester I needed to file in the county business journal and one other, so I think it cost me a couple of hundred bucks - 12 years ago now.As for what's the correct form of corporation that's for you to decide, maybe with the help of a lawyer. If you want to accept credit cards by some mechanism other than PayPal or its ilk, you do need to be incorporated and have a business bank account and file for a NYS tax ID. Depending on what kind of business you're in you might also have to file for any number of local business permits as well - even if you're operating out of your home.
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I've not done a lot of research on this yet, but I believe it boils down to two main things:- cost- liabilityCostTo create an LLC you need to file some paperwork (yourself, through a lawyer, or through one of those websites that do the whole thing for you - can't think of one single name now!). Being in NY means the filing fees are astronomical (for me, at least). If you start as a SP, all you have to do is start working and selling (making sure you follow all the Health Department guidelines, of course).LiabilityIf you file for a LLC, your personal assets are protected (that's the Cliff's Notes on this...the subject is way longer and more complicated than what I am describing here). Say someone eats one of your truffles and gets sick; if you are a SP and gets sued, they can come after your personal assets, including house, car, etc. If you work under a LLC, then only the LLC assets are in danger. Your personal assets are separate from the LLC.I hope this helps you a little.My suggestion: speak with SCORE ( www.score.org ). They are very helpful.
Sole Proprietor vs LLC? What do you do?
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Hey all,I'm going to be starting up a fairly niche truffle-making business. I'm trying to determine if I want to do a SP or a LLC. So, could I ask what you guys are? I'm in NY (not the City
What do you all think? Thanks in advance!
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Best Chocolates in Vienna, Venice, France?
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hello all,For Paris try---and enjoy yourself!!!!La Maison du ChocolatAddress: 225, rue du Faubourg St. HonorMetro: Place des TermesorPatrick RogerAddress: 108, blvd. St. GermainMetro: St.-Germain-des-PrsorPierre HermAddress: 72 Rue BonaparteMetro: St.-Germain-des-Prsfor the easy online chocolate and more... candy
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Viziovirtu is a pretty cool little shop. Tiny but with lots of variety and on the modern side. It was one of the nicest chocolate shops we saw on a recent trip to Italy. Plus Venice is a trip in itself.
Best Chocolates in Vienna, Venice, France?
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If you are in Nice look out for local Provence chocolatiers. Joel Durand (St Remy de Provence), Bernard Castelain (Avignon), Castelanne (Nantes - the liquid caramels are the bomb).In Montpellier look for Puyricard.Also be on the look out for a copy of Le Guide du Club du Croquers de Chocolat. It is an incomplete and totally biased guide to chocolate in France but it's the best there is. And - it's organized by city (but not be department) and they don't list anything for Nice.In Venice this is what I find but I haven't been there.Vizio VirtuSan Polo 2898a, Calle del Campaniel, close to San Toma www.viziovirtu.com Please take pix and post a report on what you find!:: Clay
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Was in Paris in October and the hub and I hit up: Patrick Roger (second!), Regis, Michel Chaudan (sp?), Jean-Charles Rouchoux (caramel bar, mmmmm), and Pierre Marcolini. I bought some assorted chocolates, but mostly bars -- all 65% and up. They were all exceptional.My method was to narrow to the top ten from hours of research and put stars on our map to indicate chocolatiers. We went to whoever we happened to be near in our sightseeing. Didn't got to all the best, but definitely got a spectrum.
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Oh my, may have to stay in Paris a month! Thanks!
