At RGD Equipment, we don’t just work with great brands — we build them.
As part of the RGD Group, we’re proud to offer two in-house brands that bring fresh thinking, practical design, and professional performance to commercial kitchens across the UK: Contender and KINN.
Each brand has been created to solve real-world challenges in the catering industry — with equipment that’s smart, scalable, and built to last.

Durable, reliable, and affordable commercial.
Offering a range of durable and reliable equipment that delivers consistent performance. Contender products are designed to meet the real-world demands of commercial kitchens. Every product is built with simplicity, and quality in mind, making it easy to use, and ready to bring efficiency to your kitchen from day one. With UK-held stock, fast delivery and expert customer service, Contender ensures you can count on the equipment to perform 101% of the time.

Crafted for the Future of Hospitality.
Representing the next generation of professional kitchen equipment. Where bold innovation meets refined design. Every product in the KINN collection is thoughtfully developed to deliver elevated performance, intuitive usability, and a refined aesthetic that complements modern culinary spaces.
Driven by insight, and shaped by experience, KINN bridges the gap between organisation and practicality in every kitchen. It combines advanced functionality with sleek, considered design=bringing clarity, control and creativity to the heart of food service. Built to inspire, engineered to last, and supported by a team of experts, KINN is the choice for those who expect more from their equipment.
Why In-House Matters
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Better Quality Control
We oversee every stage of development — from design to manufacturing — ensuring our equipment meets the highest standards.
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Direct Customer Feedback Loop
With full control over the brands, we quickly act on feedback to improve products and respond to real kitchen needs.
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Innovation on Demand
Owning the brands gives us the agility to evolve and introduce new solutions as customer demands change.

Need Help Choosing the Right Kit?
Our team of catering equipment specialists is here to help you select the perfect solution for your kitchen. Whether it’s layout advice, product comparisons or budget guidance — we’re only a call or click away.