A gas boiling pan — BHS offers a range of professional gas boiling pans for restaurants, canteens, hotel kitchens, hospital and school canteens and other HoReCa businesses: a gas boiling pan is a large-capacity steam-heated cooking vessel with gas burners, designed for soups, broths, sautés, porridges and large-scale meat cooking; gas heating ensures fast heating and high heat output, which is an advantage during high-demand shifts; capacity typically 40–500 litres; BHS offers gas boiling pans alongside electric boiling pans and boiling pan accessories to HoReCa businesses — explore the full range of hot equipment.
Also explore the electric boiling pan as an alternative to the gas boiling pan — BHS provides a full range of both types of boiling pans for HoReCa kitchens across Europe.
A gas boiling pan — a gas steam boiling pan is a traditional and proven solution for large-volume cooking; gas burners provide fast and powerful heat, allowing quick heating of large portions and maintaining a stable cooking temperature; this is the most advantageous solution for kitchens with gas infrastructure in HoReCa businesses.
Gas boiling pan construction and operation
A gas boiling pan — a gas boiling pan operates with steam heating; gas burners heat water in a steam jacket around the cooking vessel, which evenly heats the food from all sides. Gas burners — burners are located at the bottom of the boiling pan; gas supply from the building’s gas system; burner power is controlled by a gas valve; larger models have multiple burners with a combined power of 20–60 kW. Steam jacket — a sealed steam jacket around the boiling pan walls evenly heats the food; the risk of burning is minimal since the food is not in direct contact with the heating element. Thermostat control — a mechanical or electronic thermostat maintains the set temperature; adjustment range 60–100°C; gas burners automatically adjust intensity; explore the electric boiling pan. Tilting mechanism — many gas boiling pan models feature a tilting mechanism for pouring food into a drainage system or serving containers.
Advantages of a gas boiling pan in a professional kitchen
A gas boiling pan — the advantages of gas heating are particularly evident in high-demand professional kitchens. Fast heating — gas provides strong and instant heat; a large boiling pan heats up faster than its electric equivalent; time is critical during peak hours. Lower operating costs in gas regions — in regions and businesses where gas is cheaper than electricity, a gas boiling pan offers long-term savings; especially noticeable in high-volume canteens. Independence from power outages — gas equipment can operate even during power interruptions (if mechanical control is available); explore boiling pan accessories. Higher heat output — gas burners can achieve higher heat output than electric elements, which is advantageous for very large boiling pan models over 200 litres.
Gas safety requirements and HACCP compliance
A gas boiling pan — the installation and operation of gas equipment are subject to strict safety regulations. Ventilation and flue system — gas burners emit combustion products; the kitchen must have adequate ventilation and air supply; larger boiling pan models may require a flue. Overheating protection — high-quality gas boiling pan models are equipped with overheating protection and automatic burner shut-off if the temperature exceeds a safe level. Daily maintenance — check the gas supply connections for leaks daily; clean the gas burners and the inside of the boiling pan; explore the electric boiling pan.
Gas boiling pan HoReCa usage scenarios
A gas boiling pan — a gas boiling pan is the most commonly used solution in large canteens and restaurants where gas infrastructure is available. Large canteen serving 200–500 portions per day — a 200–300 litre gas boiling pan in a canteen prepares butter, soups and main courses for a large number of guests daily; the fast heating of gas ensures operation during busy breakfast and lunch periods. School kitchen with lunches — in a school kitchen serving 100–300 children per day, a gas boiling pan is a fast and reliable solution for large-volume cooking. Catering business — in a catering business that prepares food off-site or for large events, a mobile version of a gas boiling pan or one mounted on a vehicle provides independence; explore hot equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Can gas boiling pans also be used with liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)? A gas boiling pan — most gas boiling pan manufacturers offer versions for both natural gas (G20) and liquefied petroleum gas propane/butane (LPG); liquefied gas is used in spaces without a natural gas supply; specify the gas type when ordering; contact BHS for precise selection; explore boiling pan accessories.
What room volume requires ventilation for gas boiling pan installation? A gas boiling pan — the minimum ventilation volume depends on the total power of the gas burners; typically, for every 1 kW of gas power, approximately 2 m³/h of fresh air supply is required; consult a gas specialist for exact requirements; explore the electric boiling pan.
Why choose BHS?
BHS – Baltic HoReCa Solutions supplies professional equipment for restaurants, cafés, hotels and canteens: more than 20,000 products from many manufacturers. Our specialists help you choose the right equipment and spare parts for your kitchen or bar.
Delivery
We deliver across the European Union. Delivery time and cost depend on the order volume and destination — contact the BHS team for an exact price and lead time.