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1800mm Wet Well Bain Marie & Heated Cupboard with Double Gantry, Stainless Steel, Digital Control, Fan Assisted | Commercial Catering
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- Wet Well Operation
- Fan Assisted Heated Cupboard
- Digital Controller
- Double Gantry with 5 Heat Lamps
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Product Overview
Stepping up your food service game is a walk in the park with this all-in-one unit. It’s a brilliant bit of kit designed to keep your dishes perfectly hot, beautifully presented, and ready for your hungry customers. Combining a generous wet well bain marie with a fan-assisted heated cupboard, it’s the ultimate workhorse for any busy carvery, buffet, or canteen that takes its food seriously.
Specifically designed for high-volume environments like hotel breakfast services, large pub carveries, and bustling staff canteens, this 1800mm wet well bain marie heated cupboard provides both exceptional holding capacity and brilliant presentation. The double gantry with halogen heat lamps ensures food looks as good as it tastes, while the digital controls give you complete command over temperatures for both the top and bottom sections.
Built from high-grade AISI 304 stainless steel, it’s tough, hygienic, and a doddle to clean. With smart features like low water level protection and an easy-drain tap, it's been thoughtfully engineered to make your service smoother, faster, and more professional. If you want to eliminate cold food complaints and speed up your service line, this is the solution you've been looking for.
Key Features and Benefits
- Wet Well Operation: Provides gentle, consistent steam heat, preventing food from drying out.
- Fan Assisted Heated Cupboard: Circulates hot air evenly, keeping plates and backup dishes perfectly warm.
- Digital Controller: Offers precise temperature management for both sections, ensuring food safety.
- Double Gantry with 5 Heat Lamps: Keeps food at the perfect temperature while beautifully illuminating the display.
- AISI 304 Stainless Steel Construction: Incredibly durable, corrosion-resistant, and very easy to keep hygienically clean.
- Easy Access Drain Tap: Makes emptying the bain marie at the end of service quick and hassle-free.
- Low Water Level Protection: Automatically protects the heating elements from damage if water runs low.
- Adjustable Stainless-Steel Legs: Allows you to create a perfectly level and stable setup on any floor.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Inomak
- SKU: MHVW-DHG18
- Dimensions: 1632 x 1795 x 700 mm (H x W x D)
- Power: 3850W
- Power Supply: 30 amp hardwired supply required
- Temperature Range: Bain Marie Max. +90°C / Heated Cupboard Max. +72°C
- Control Type: Digital Controller with Temperature Display
- Heating Type (Cupboard): Fan Assisted
- Bain Marie Type: Wet Well
- GN Capacity: Accepts GN 1/1 pans up to 150mm deep (pans not supplied)
- Material: High grade AISI 304 stainless steel exterior & interior
- Gantry: Double shelf gantry with 5 halogen heat lamps
Expert Review and Insights
The Inomak MHVW-DHG18 is a real powerhouse for any buffet or servery line. It’s not just about size; the combination of a wet well top and a fan-assisted cupboard is what makes it stand out. It’s a complete serving station that addresses the core challenges of holding food: temperature, moisture, and presentation. This unit is built to withstand the chaos of a busy service, day in, day out.
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- Top Marks for Consistency: The fan-assisted cupboard prevents hot spots, warming plates and food evenly throughout.
- Power Hungry: It requires a 30 amp hardwired supply, so it's not a simple plug-and-play unit.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The King's Head in York, a bustling city-centre pub, was struggling with its ageing servery during their famous Sunday carvery service. They needed a reliable solution that could handle the constant demand while improving food presentation under the pass.
"Since installing the Inomak unit, our service has been transformed. The food temperature is consistently perfect, from the first customer to the last. The gantry lighting makes the food look fantastic, and the heated cupboard below means we always have warm plates and backup dishes ready to go. It’s been absolutely brilliant for us."
Robert Davies – General Manager
The pub has successfully eliminated complaints about food temperature and reports a 30% faster-moving queue during its busiest periods.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Ensure the unit is placed on a firm, completely level surface to allow for even water distribution in the well.
- This unit requires a 30 amp hardwired connection. Installation must be carried out by a qualified commercial electrician.
- Before first use, wipe down all stainless steel surfaces and the gantry glass with a food-safe sanitiser.
- Always fill the wet well with water to the indicated level *before* switching the heating element on.
Keeping It Going
- At the end of each day, turn off the unit, allow it to cool, and use the drain tap to empty the water from the well.
- Wipe down all interior and exterior surfaces daily with a soft cloth and mild detergent. Avoid abrasive scourers.
- Regularly check the halogen gantry lamps and replace them as needed to maintain perfect food presentation.
- Depending on your area's water hardness, a regular descaling routine for the wet well is recommended to maintain efficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are Gastronorm (GN) pans included with the unit?
A: No, GN pans are not supplied with this unit, which allows you to use your existing collection or choose a configuration that best suits your menu.
Q: What is the main benefit of a wet well bain marie?
A: A wet well uses steam to create a gentle, moist heat. This is ideal for preventing food like sauces, vegetables, and carved meats from drying out during long services.
Q: How do I drain the water from the wet well?
A: The unit is fitted with an easy-to-access drain tap, usually located at the front or side, for simple and safe emptying after service.
Q: Can I control the bain marie and the heated cupboard temperatures separately?
A: Yes, the digital controller allows for independent temperature settings for the top bain marie section and the bottom heated cupboard, giving you full control.
Q: What kind of electrical supply does this 1800mm wet well bain marie heated cupboard need?
A: This is a high-power unit and requires a hardwired 30 amp electrical supply. It cannot be used with a standard 13 amp wall socket.
Q: Is the glass on the gantry safe for a commercial kitchen?
A: Yes, the unit is fitted with tempered glass vitrines, which are designed for enhanced safety and durability in a commercial environment.
Q: How deep can the GN pans be?
A: The wet well is designed to accept standard GN 1/1 pans with a depth of up to 150mm.
Q: What does the low water level protection do?
A: It's a safety feature that automatically cuts power to the heating elements if the water in the well drops to a dangerously low level, preventing them from burning out.
The Inomak Promise: Built for the British Buffet
When you invest in an Inomak unit, you're buying more than just its technical specifications; you're investing in peace of mind. With decades of experience crafting equipment for demanding food service environments, Inomak is synonymous with reliability. This stainless steel bain marie heated cupboard is engineered not just to perform, but to endure. The heavy-gauge AISI 304 stainless steel construction means it can handle the daily knocks and scrapes of a busy kitchen while meeting the UK's stringent hygiene standards with ease. It's a piece of equipment designed to be the backbone of your servery, delivering consistent results that keep your customers happy and your staff working efficiently. This focus on long-term durability and operational simplicity translates into lower lifetime costs and fewer service-day headaches, making it a truly smart choice for any serious catering business.
Explore more from InomakMore Than Just a Hot Box: Why Fan-Assisted Heating Matters
You've probably seen 'fan-assisted' on your oven at home, but what does it really mean for a commercial heated cupboard? Think of it like this: a standard, static hot cupboard is like a room with a radiator in one corner – the air near it is very hot, while the other side is much cooler. This can lead to plates at the bottom being scorching hot while those at the top are merely lukewarm.
A fan-assisted bain marie cupboard solves this by using a fan to constantly circulate the warm air. It’s more like having central heating. This gentle movement ensures every single inch of the cupboard is at the exact same temperature you set. The result? Every plate is perfectly warm, and any extra food you’re holding is kept evenly heated without developing 'hot spots' that could dry it out. It's a simple bit of tech that makes a huge difference to food quality and consistency.
Who Should Buy This?
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Pubs & Carveries
An essential for the Sunday roast rush, keeping joints, veg, and gravy perfectly hot for hours.
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Hotel Restaurants
Ideal for managing a high-quality breakfast buffet, from sausages and eggs to beans and mushrooms.
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Staff & School Canteens
Effortlessly serves large numbers of people quickly with a reliable, high-capacity hot food station.
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Event Venues
A robust and professional servery solution for weddings, conferences, and large-scale corporate catering events.
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