Depending on the size and application, steam-jacketed kettles can be used in both the front and back of house for a wide range of tasks. Here are a few of the many ways foodservice operators use steam-jacketed kettles.
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Operators should weigh a number of factors when purchasing a steamer to ensure this piece of cooking equipment can meet their cooking and heating needs.
Steam-jacketed kettles can last as long as 20 years, depending on usage and care. But here are a four signs that it may be time to replace a kettle.
Steamers are most often used to cook items like vegetables, seafood, potatoes and rice since not only is production fast, but items also retain moisture, nutrients and color.
When a steamer fails, scale and lime deposits are often the culprits. That’s why, from the time of purchase, it’s important for operators to stick to a cleaning schedule.
By the nature of its cooking process, a rotisserie’s service life can be impacted by grease buildup.
Featured Products
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XAVL-2021-DPRS Combi Steamer
Unox
This 20-tray electric combi steamer includes a right-hand door and a 91/2-inch touch control panel. Suitable applications for this piece of equipment include dehydrating, steaming, sous vide cooking, roasting, pan frying and more.
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Ventech Condensation Hoods
Alto-Shaam
Ventech line of condensation hoods that works with select Combitherm combi ovens made by Alto-Shaam. Ventech PLUS features a HEPA filter along with condensation technology to capture and filter smoke-related vapor, grease and steam generated in the cooking process. These hoods can be factory or field installed.
