Hot drop-in bain-marie Novameta UWM5-175/60/28

A drop-in bain marie basin maintains food at serving temperature without drying or burning. The unit sits beneath a worktop, its heated water bath surrounding inset gastronorm pans. A thermostatic element keeps the water at a steady temperature, transferring gentle, even heat to the pans above. This method prevents hot spots and allows precise control, making it suitable for delicate sauces, soups and pre-cooked dishes that must stay ready for service over long periods.

The operator cuts an opening in the worktop to the basin's outer dimensions, lowers the unit into place and secures it. Gastronorm pans of the correct depth are filled with food and placed into the water bath. The thermostat is set within the +30 to +85 °C range; once the water reaches the chosen temperature, the element cycles on and off to hold it. A clear water level indicator lets staff monitor the bath without lifting the pans, and a drain tap simplifies water changes between services.

The basin is fabricated from stainless steel, chosen for corrosion resistance and ease of cleaning. The outer rim is folded to sit flush with the worktop, creating a seamless finish. Inside, the water bath is a single welded tray with rounded corners to prevent trapped food debris.

Controls consist of a rotary thermostat calibrated from +30 to +85 °C. The setting determines the water temperature and, consequently, the heat delivered to the pans. A neon indicator shows when the element is active, giving visual confirmation that the unit is maintaining the chosen temperature.

The 2750 W power rating corresponds to a single-phase 230 V supply, the standard circuit in most professional kitchens. The footprint of 1750 × 600 mm occupies a full-length section of worktop, allowing multiple gastronorm pans to be held side by side. The 280 mm depth is the vertical space the basin takes below the worktop, leaving room for the water bath and element without encroaching on cupboard space beneath.

Cleaning involves draining the water, wiping the stainless steel surfaces with a non-abrasive cloth and sanitiser, and rinsing the bath to remove any food residue. The drain tap speeds emptying, and the rounded corners reduce areas where debris can collect. Regular descaling of the element and water bath keeps heat transfer efficient and prolongs the unit's service life.

This model is a single drop-in basin without additional compartments or shelves. It is placed in the catalogue under drop-in bain maries, professional hot-holding equipment and worktop-integrated appliances.