Frequently Asked Questions


  1. What is Frying Robot?

Robo Arete is a commercial automated frying system designed to replace repetitive and high-risk frying tasks with a precision robotic process.
It delivers consistent cooking results by controlling frying time, motion, and discharge based on programmed menu data.

  1. Does Robot eliminate the need for staff?

No.
Staff are still needed for food preparation and serving, while Robo Arete handles the core frying process automatically.
This significantly reduces labor dependency without removing human oversight.

  1. Can Robot work with my existing fryer?

Robo Arete is a complete fryer + robot system. Existing fryers cannot be used, as the system is designed to operate as an integrated set.

  1. Is Robot suitable for food trucks?

Yes.
Its compact, modular design makes it suitable for food trucks and small kitchens, including one-person operation setups.

  1. Is daily cleaning difficult?

No.
Robo Arete is designed with a manual daily cleaning routine that can be performed by operators without specialized technical skills.

  1. Can my staff learn how to use it?
  • 17-inch touchscreen interface

  • Supports English, Korean, and more

  • Very intuitive operation

👉 Training is completed on the installation day
👉 Most staff learn it in 1–2 hours

  1. What happens if it breaks? Who handles service?

Out of 257,501 operations, only 125 errors occurred
→ That’s an error rate of just 0.049% (extremely low)

If anything does happen:

  • 95% are software issues → fixed remotely by our Korea HQ (free)

  • Hardware issues → handled by our local service partners

  • 1-year warranty included

  1. This seems expensive. $65,000 is a lot?

That’s a fair concern—it does feel like a big number at first. But let’s look at what you’re already paying. A single fryer employee at minimum wage costs about $65,700 per year. With our lease program at $1,500/month, you immediately save:

👉 $3,975 per month
👉 $47,700 per year And the best part? 👉 You can start with $0 upfront cost

  1. Does Robot meet U.S. standards?

Robot is designed for use in NSF- and UL-compliant commercial kitchen environments.
Final compliance depends on the installation site and local inspection requirements.

  1. I’m not sure I’ll qualify for financing.

Our financing partner (Liberty Capital):

  • Works with new businesses

  • Accepts a wide range of credit profiles

  • Simple application process

👉 Approval typically within 24–48 hours

We’ll guide you through the entire process.

  1. Are financing or flexible purchase options available?

Yes.
Flexible purchasing and financing options may be available to help reduce upfront cost.
Details are provided during consultation.

  1. Can I see a demo?

Yes.
You can check our YouTube channel or our demo video

  1. How do I know if Robo Arete fits my operation?

HJS&KC INC offers consultative evaluations based on:

  • Kitchen size

  • Menu mix

  • Volume

  • Labor structure

Ready to Transform Your Kitchen?

Schedule a virtual consultation today and discover how Robot Fryer can revolutionize your operations. Our team is ready to provide a detailed guide for your business.