About Us
The Skanos Story
Formerly MKA Catering Equipment Systems
Skanos Pty Ltd is a proudly Australian-owned business with over 25 years of experience in providing high-performance commercial and industrial cooking equipment to the foodservice and food production sectors. Our story started with Maurice Kemp CFSP, a chef turned innovator, whose passion for food and equipment design established the foundation for what has become one of Australia’s most trusted names in foodservice solutions.
Maurice’s journey began in professional kitchens and developed into product development for a major food manufacturer, where he crafted recipes still in use today. His expertise led to a senior position with a leading international food equipment maker, eventually founding his own business in 1991. Operating as Maurice Kemp and Associates, and later as MKA Catering Equipment Systems, the company became known as “the Scandinavian Connection”- representing exclusive European brands celebrated for innovation and quality.
In March 2016, MKA was acquired by Skanos Pty Ltd, carrying on Maurice’s legacy under new leadership. Today, Skanos remains dedicated to sourcing and supplying the most advanced, efficient, and sustainable cooking equipment available.
What We Do
At Skanos, we specialise in importing, designing, and manufacturing premium commercial cooking equipment and industrial cooking equipment for a wide range of sectors, including:
- Food Manufacturing
- Aged Care & Healthcare Catering
- Hospitality & Hotels
- Pizza Shops & Quick Service Restaurants
In addition to distributing globally respected brands such as ScanBox, PizzaMaster, and Joni, we also proudly design and manufacture innovative products right here in Australia. One standout example is our locally developed MealID Plate Covers, explicitly designed for aged care and healthcare environments to improve food safety, presentation, and thermal retention with our Scanbox systems.
Whether you're outfitting a high-volume production kitchen or a boutique pizza shop, our solutions are tailored to meet the demands of modern culinary operations.
Our Equipment Range
We offer a curated selection of high-performance equipment designed to improve workflow, reduce energy consumption, and deliver consistent results:
- Pizza Deck Ovens – Artisan and high-volume ovens from PizzaMaster, perfect for pizza professionals.
- Cooking Kettles – Mixing and non-mixing kettles for efficient batch cooking in food manufacturing.
- Bratt Pans – Versatile pans for sautéing, braising, and boiling in commercial kitchens.
- ScanBox Food Transport Systems – Mobile hot/cold cabinets ideal for aged care, healthcare and hotel environments.
- Commercial Cooking Equipment – Including combi ovens, food warmers, and plating trolleys.
- Industrial Cooking Equipment – Built for durability and performance in high-volume environments.
Each product we distribute is selected based on key values that have guided us since day one:
- Best manufacturing practices
- Energy efficiency
- Lightweight and manoeuvrable design
- Long-term durability
- Design excellence
- Environmental sustainability
Our Commitment to Service
At Skanos, we believe that superior customer service goes beyond supply, it’s about partnership. We offer on-site demonstrations and equipment trials to help our customers make informed decisions tailored to their specific operational needs. Whether you're exploring new technology or upgrading your kitchen, our team works closely with you to ensure the equipment fits your workflow, budget, and long-term goals. This hands-on approach allows us to deliver solutions that truly support your success.
Leading into the future with quality equipment solutions.
Skanos remains dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and service excellence. Our mission is to empower chefs, kitchen designers, and foodservice operators with equipment that performs, lasts, and supports a better future for the industry.