Combi Oven Buying Guide

As you're involved in the production of food at some scale, you know that in order to keep your customers coming back, you need to offer them a variety of dishes or you may need to produce just a few products at scale. Either way, preparing multiple dishes at once or bulk food production can be time consuming and inefficient. That's where the combi oven comes in. A combi oven is a single appliance that combines the functions of both a convection oven and a steamer, allowing you to cook food quickly and easily. 

Combi Ovens For Sale

A combi oven is a type of convection steam oven that can be used for both steaming, baking and roasting. The best part about them is that they are so versatile – you can use them for anything from baking a pizza to roasting a turkey or steaming trays of vegetables & with some combi ovens you can also have a smoking function! If you’re looking for a new way to cook your food, or if you just want to add some variety to your menu, then a combi oven might be the perfect option for you. Combi Ovens are commonly used for low & slow cooking; overnight cooking is perfect for lamb shoulder & beef ribs. 

Are you in the market for a new Combi Oven? If so, you may be wondering which one is right for you. There are a lot of different options out there, and it can be tough to decide which one is best. Let's take a look at some of the most important factors to consider when choosing a Combi Oven. We'll also discuss some of the different types of Combi Ovens available on the market today. So if you're thinking about buying a Combi Oven, read on! 

Key points & considerations when purchasing a Combi Oven:

• Power supply - Normally a choice between Electric or Gas (NG/LPG) Don't forget to consider how much energy each model requires!

• Intended use - Baking, Gastronomy, Production Cooking. This will determine the tray size of the combi Oven you're going to require.

• Footprint - What space do you have available? There are slim models if required.

• Floor stand or benchtop - Do you need a stand with your Combi Oven or will it be bench mounted?

• Capacity - How many runners do you require in a Combi Oven? Normally Combi Ovens start at 4 tray capacity & go up to 20 tray capacity with the most popular being a 10 tray Combi Oven on a stand.

• Brand preference - The most popular brands of Combi Ovens include Rational, Unox & Hobart

If you're a food producer, then you know that having the right oven is key to your success. There are two main types of ovens used in food production: Combi Ovens and convection ovens. But what's the difference between them? And which one is better for your business? Let's take a look.

Combi Ovens have a steam function with 100% humidity control combined with convection heat with fan speed control.

Convection Ovens circulate heat through fan forced convection and have fan speed control & may have some capacity for humidity control; if this feature is available in a Convection Oven it will be fairly light in duty compared to the full steam capacity of a Combi Steam Oven & is designed to add some humidity to the food cooking chamber but won't offer a steam function.

A lot of the lighter duty Commercial Convection Ovens are perfectly suitable for tasks such as cakes, biscuits and pastries; cooking proteins such as lamb or beef joints & gastronomy cooking may not be suitable.

If you're a food producer who uses a Combi Oven, you may be wondering what tray type is best for your oven. Let's discuss the different Combi Oven tray sizes & types and what each one is best for. We'll also provide tips on how to choose the right tray size for your needs. Perfect for the professional kitchen, this Stainless Steel Gastronorm pan is durable and easy to clean. Ideal for cooking or serving food at events or in restaurants, this pan makes food presentation easy and elegant. If you're looking for something other than stainless steel Gastronorm pans, there are a large selection such as porcelain & melamine.

Tray size of Gastronorm pan vary depending on the Combi Oven you've selected. The most common Gastronorm tray size by far is the Gastronorm tray measured at 530 x 325mm or GN-1/1; usually 40mm deep; this is the standard size to which all Gastronorm sizes are measured against. It's worth noting that there are also Bakery Combi Ovens that have tray size of 600 x 400mm & convection oven trays are also available in different sizes.

Gastronorm trays come in standard depths of 20 mm, 40 mm, 65 mm, 100 mm, 150 mm, 200 mm. Drain lids and lids with cutouts are typical accessories. They're designed specifically for the catering sector since they're manufactured in these measurements.

Yes. Because Combi Ovens generate a lot of steam and heat, sufficient extraction is required. The extraction of most jurisdictions is required by law. Rational & Unox provides a variety of exhaust hoods for customers who do not have access to existing ventilation or would prefer to avoid installing externally ducted ventilation. It's worth noting that this option is only suitable for electric Combi Ovens.

Please check with your local council.

If you're a food producer who uses a combi oven in your kitchen, it's important to know how to take care of it so that it lasts as long as possible. Here are some tips to keep your Combi Oven running smoothly.

Combi Oven Cleaning

Combi Oven Cleaner – A proprietary combi oven cleaner should be part of every kitchen's toolkit to prevent build up in the machine and prolong its life. Combi Oven Cleaner should be used regularly to keep the oven cavity free from food and debris, ensuring perfect cooking results every time you turn on your Combi Oven.

Combi Oven Servicing

Combi Ovens are designed to be very simple for technicians and engineers to maintain, but there are some components that require attention regularly. Combi Ovens have an impressive cycle life expectancy - up to 10,000-15,000 hours & often last for years longer depending on how they are cared for. However, this relies on careful monitoring by your service technicians. Combi Ovens need to be maintained in different ways depending on models. Most Combi Oven manufacturers recommend that conventional Combi Ovens should be serviced regularly.

Finally, always remember that when in doubt about how to care for your appliance, consult an expert so they can walk you through the process.

In some cases combi ovens are designed to be stacked ontop of eachother; also there is sometimes the opportunity to stack them on blast chillers; depending on the combination.

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