Groen - Gas Heated Tilting Kettle

Applications & Use Cases

• Commercial kitchens and catering operations for batch cooking of soups, stews, and sauces.
• Food manufacturing facilities for preparing fillings, gravies, and confectionery bases.
• Institutional settings such as hospitals and universities for large-scale meal production.
• Bakeries for making fruit fillings, custards, and glazes.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 40 to 150 litres, with 40 litres being a frequent smaller option.

Power supply

This unit is gas-heated, typically requiring a natural gas or LPG connection, alongside a standard single-phase electrical supply for controls and tilting mechanisms.

Heating method

Indirect gas heating via a steam jacket is common, offering even temperature distribution and preventing scorching.

Construction material

Units of this type are typically constructed from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) for hygiene and durability.

Tilting mechanism

Commonly features a manual hand crank or an electric motor for controlled discharge of contents.

Footprint

A 40-litre tilting kettle typically requires a floor space of approximately 800mm x 800mm, plus clearance for operation and maintenance.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the benefits of a tilting kettle?

  Tilting kettles allow for easy and safe discharge of cooked product, reducing manual handling and facilitating cleaning. They are efficient for large batch cooking.

• What kind of gas supply is needed?

• How is a gas-heated kettle different from an electric one?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used tilting kettle?

• Can this kettle be used for delicate products?