1. What is a Cook'd Right Sensor? How does it work?

The Cook'd Right Sensors are disposable probes that accurately
indicate when meats and poultry have been properly prepared. The
Cook'd Right Sensors utilize a vivid color change that will clearly let the
consumer know exactly when their meat item has reached its desired
endpoint temperature.


2. What is a Pop-Up^® Timer? How does it work?
   

The Pop-Up^® Timer is the most recognized means of determining the
doneness of meats in the world today…when it pops, your meat is done.



3. Why do I need a Cook'd Right Sensor or Pop-Up^® Timer?
   
   I can usually tell by the color of the meat if it is done.
   
Both the USDA and FDA now recommend that consumers gauge the
doneness of their meats only by temperature. The USDA announced last
year that the doneness of meats cannot be gauged by color alone - it's
simply not a reliable method of determining doneness, especially when
your health is an issue. Products like Cook'd Right Sensors and the
Pop-Up^® Timer are the easiest and most accurate way for any cook to
properly determine when meats have reached the safe end-point
temperature.


4. What other products besides the Pop-Up^® Timer would I recognize in a
   grocery store?

Volk Enterprises, Inc. manufactures many other value-added products that
consumers see in the grocery store every single day. Most turkeys that
consumers purchase are produced and sold using either our metal Hok-
Lok^® or our nylon Handi-Clamp^® trussing devices. Both of these items
offer an efficient and eye-pleasing way to hold the turkey's legs together. In
addition, our Rotisserie Clamps^® and Clucker-Truss^® string ties are
found on most rotisserie chickens that are sold in stores today.


5. How can usage of Volk products like the Pop-Up^® Timer or Cook'd Right
   Sensor contribute to kitchen and food safety?

With food safety concerns at an all-time high, it has become very clear that
the only true way for consumers to assure themselves a safe product is to
cook meats to safe minimum temperatures. Both the Cook'd Right
Sensors and Pop-Up^® Timer are the quickest, easiest way to accurately
measure doneness in meat products.

 

6. How will I recognize if meat products are equipped with Volk products like
   the Pop-Up^® Timer or Cook'd Right Sensor?

Products that come equipped with either the Pop-Up^® Timer or the
Cook'd Right Sensors will typically have some indication directly on the
package. If a product cannot be found with one of these items included in
the package, please feel free to have your store's meat manager check for
you.

7. I've seen the Pop-Up^® Timer in turkeys, but do any other meat products
   come equipped with them?

While Pop-Up^® Timers have been used in turkeys for more than 25
years, many other products do have the timers in them as well. In fact,
there are Pop-Up^® Timers available for just about any cut of meat, like
pork, beef, lamb, poultry, and fish.


8. How do I know if I’m using the Cook'd Right Sensor properly?
   

The Cook'd Right Sensors are extremely easy to use. In fact, all
sensors are available with very clear, concise instructions.

9. Are the Cook'd Right Sensors and Pop-Up^® Timers accurate? Can I rely
   on them every time?

The Pop-Up^® Timers are extremely accurate. In fact, all of Volk's Pop-
Up^® Timers are accurate to a minimum standard of + or - 2F


10. Why would I use the sensors or timers instead of a typical meat
    thermometer?

Most consumers rely on the Pop-Up^® Timer and Cook'd Right Sensor
because they are easier to use and understand. When using a
conventional meat thermometer, consumers must always be concerned
about it being calibrated accurately, placed in the right spot, and most
importantly, they must also know what temperature a particular meat item
is supposed to be cooked to. With both the Pop-Up^® Timer and Cook'd
Right Sensor, there is no need for the consumer to worry about
calibration or the specific endpoint temperature, because both tasks have
already been done for them. In fact, with the Pop-Up^® Timer, placement
in the meat is not an issue, because it is already inserted when the meat is
purchased.

11. The Cook'd Right Sensor seems ideal for hamburgers, but can I use it
    on other types and cuts of meat?

The Cook'd Right Sensor is ideal for any cut of meat ranging from
hamburgers to roasts. They are especially great for items that are cooked
on the grill, like steaks, breast fillets, hamburgers, chops, etc.


12. Will the sensor work even if I’m grilling? What about the timers?

The Cook'd Right Sensor works wonderfully for grilled meats, though it
must not be exposed to open flame. Pop-Up^® Timers can also be used
when grilling some thicker cuts of meat such as mignons or items like
salmon steaks.

13. Are Volk products like the sensors and timers packaged with meat or
14. separately?

While the Cook'd Right Sensors and Pop-Up^® Timers can
bepurchased separately from the meat, most premium meats have
chosen to add value to their product by including one of these items
directly in the packaging. If your favorite product does not have one
included, please feel free to contact your store manager about which
products do.

15. What are the risks of not using a meat thermometer (Pop-Up^® Timer,
    Cook'd Right Sensor, Vue-Temp^® Timer) during the cooking process?
    

Business Customers:

1. How will equipping my meat products with Volk items increase their
   value?

Each Volk product line is designed to give customers two things they
consistently look for when purchasing food items: cooking convenience
and quality.


2. How can Volk Enterprises Inc. help me make my meat products more
   appealing to the consumer than other brands?

Add any one of Volk's products to your meat item, and it will provide
additional features in the form of easy identification, easy handling, easy
preparation, and overall satisfaction with the quality of the finished meal.
Consumers look for these qualities whenever they shop for groceries.


3. If I place an order today, when can I expect my shipment to arrive?
   

Volk products are shelf items that are readily available upon request.
Orders are regularly shipped within 24 hours of receipt of order.


4. I like the consistency of doing business with one salesperson. Will one
   person be handling my company's account needs?
   

While the entire Volk staff is equipped to handle your business needs, a
single sales representative is always available to specifically address your
needs.

5. If my staff needs to be trained on how to insert or attach some of the Volk
   products we buy, will Volk handle that?
   

An integral part of Volk's commitment to customer service is that we will assist in
training your staff on how to properly use each of our products.


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