Ultrafryer Systems is a manufacturer of some of the most energy efficient commercial fryers throughout the world. The company has a patent on some of the most fuel-efficient fryers and heat exchangers as well. This is important for users of deep-fat fryers because energy use in the food service industry is a large cost factor, more in fact than any other commercial sector. In addition, the company s engineering and manufacturing departments has created several products to help increase operation's productivity. Headquartered in San Antonio, Ultrafryer Systems is a privately owned company that employs nearly 90 people.