Hot ceramic surface Stalgast BHS318081

A ceramic surface designed to hold two gastronorm GN1/1 containers side by side, providing even, low-power heat across the entire base of each pan or tray. The heating element beneath the ceramic plate warms the surface without direct flame or exposed coils. Heat spreads uniformly through the ceramic, eliminating hot spots and allowing precise temperature control from +30 °C to +95 °C. This range suits gentle warming, slow cooking and extended hot-holding without drying or scorching the contents. To use, place two GN1/1 containers on the ceramic surface. Set the desired temperature on the control panel and switch the unit on. The surface reaches the set point gradually, maintaining it until the operator turns the appliance off. Containers can be left in place for hours, keeping sauces, soups or plated meals at serving temperature without further attention. The unit is built as a single-piece ceramic plate mounted on a stainless-steel frame. The frame adjusts in height from 15 mm to 270 mm, allowing the surface to sit flush with existing worktops or stand above them as a freestanding module. The overall footprint is 830 mm wide by 620 mm deep, fitting standard kitchen worktop layouts. Controls consist of a rotary knob and a power switch. The knob sets the temperature between +30 °C and +95 °C; the switch turns the heating element on or off. A power rating of 0.3 kW indicates a light electrical load, suitable for a standard 230 V single-phase circuit. The temperature range of +30 °C to +95 °C covers warming and hot-holding but does not support boiling, frying or rapid reheating. The adjustable height allows the surface to integrate with existing counters or serve as a portable stand. The 830 mm width matches the length of two GN1/1 containers placed side by side, maximising usable space without overhang. Cleaning involves wiping the ceramic surface with a damp cloth once it has cooled. The stainless-steel frame can be cleaned with standard kitchen sanitiser. The smooth ceramic top cleans with a single wipe after each service, letting staff return the unit to the line without tools or downtime. The product is listed in the catalogue under hot-holding and warming equipment.