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Lincat SCH785 Seal Counter-top Heated Food Display Showcase
£1,520.99
/ exc vat
£1,825.19/ inc vat
- Humidity Feature
- Precise Thermostatic Control
- Digital Temperature Display
- Rear Sliding Doors
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Product Overview
Thinking about how to keep your hot food offerings looking and tasting absolutely top-notch? This Lincat Seal heated food display is your answer. It’s been cleverly designed to sit right on your countertop, turning delicious pies, pastries, and carvery items into an irresistible display that catches the customer's eye. It’s all about maintaining that perfect 'just-cooked' quality, for longer.
Perfect for bustling cafes, busy carveries, takeaways, and staff canteens, the Lincat SCH785 is built for the daily grind. With space for two full-sized gastronorm pans, you can offer a generous variety. The rear sliding doors make it a breeze for your staff to restock and serve, keeping the front clear and hygienic for your customers. It’s a proper workhorse, designed right here in the UK.
What really sets this unit apart is the built-in humidity feature, which stops food from drying out, and the brilliant daylight-balanced illumination that makes your food the star of the show. Precise temperature controls ensure everything is held safely and tastes great. If you want to boost impulse sales and serve consistently perfect hot food, this countertop display is a brilliant investment.
Key Features and Benefits
- Humidity Feature: Keeps your pies and pastries moist and delicious for hours.
- Precise Thermostatic Control: Holds food at the perfect temperature up to 95°C, ensuring safety.
- Digital Temperature Display: See the internal temperature at a glance for total peace of mind.
- Rear Sliding Doors: Allows for quick, easy, and hygienic staff-only access.
- Daylight-Balanced Illumination: Makes your food look vibrant and appealing to boost sales.
- 2 x 1/1 GN Capacity: Offers plenty of space to display a variety of hot dishes.
- Stainless Steel & Toughened Glass Build: Incredibly durable, easy to clean and built to last in a busy kitchen.
- 13 Amp Plug Supply: No need for specialist wiring, just plug it in and you're ready to go.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Lincat
- SKU: SCH785
- Dimensions: 665(H) x 785(W) x 750(D) mm
- Capacity: 2 x 1/1 GN containers (65mm deep)
- Temperature Range: 72°C to 95°C
- Power: 1547W (1.5kW)
- Voltage: 230V
- Power Supply: 13 amp plug fitted (Single Phase)
- Weight: 53kg
- Material: Stainless Steel & Toughened Glass
- Colour: Silver
- Control Type: Digital Thermostatic
Expert Review and Insights
The Lincat Seal range is a staple in British catering for good reason. This SCH785 model is a fantastic countertop unit that excels at presentation. The humidity control is a huge plus, preventing the dreaded 'hot lamp crust' on pastries. It's a solid, reliable piece of kit that does exactly what it promises: keeps food hot, safe, and looking appetising.
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- Pros: The humidity function is outstanding for maintaining food quality over time.
- Cons: At 53kg, it's quite weighty, so be sure to position it correctly first time.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The team at 'The Potter's Pantry', a bustling farm shop café near Stirling, needed to upgrade their countertop food warmer display to handle increased footfall during lunchtimes and reduce food wastage.
"Our old unit just wasn't cutting it; pastries would dry out within an hour. The Lincat display has been a revelation. The humidity feature keeps everything looking like it's fresh out of the oven, and customers have definitely noticed the difference in quality. It looks so professional on the counter too."
Mark Davies – Café Manager
Since installing the Lincat SCH785, the café has reduced its end-of-day food waste from hot items by over 30% and increased sales of hot snacks by 25%.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Ensure the unit is placed on a stable, level countertop with adequate ventilation around the back and sides.
- Before first use, wipe down all interior and exterior surfaces with a damp, food-safe cloth.
- To use the humidity feature, fill the water tray with fresh water to the indicated level. Do not overfill.
- Plug into a standard 13 amp socket and allow the cabinet to pre-heat to your desired temperature before loading food.
Keeping It Going
- Clean the glass doors and interior daily with a soft cloth and appropriate cleaner to maintain a perfect display.
- Empty, clean, and refill the humidity water tray every day to ensure hygiene and prevent limescale build-up.
- Wipe down the stainless steel exterior regularly to keep it looking smart and professional.
- Periodically check that the sliding door mechanism is clean and moves freely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What size food containers does this display hold?
A: This unit is designed to hold two 1/1 GN (Gastronorm) containers, up to 65mm deep.
Q: Is the temperature adjustable?
A: Yes, it has precise thermostatic control with a digital display, allowing you to set the temperature anywhere between 72°C and 95°C.
Q: How do I use the humidity feature?
A: There is a small, easy-to-access water tray at the base of the unit. Simply fill it with water to add gentle humidity to the cabinet and keep food moist.
Q: Does it require special electrical installation?
A: No, it comes fitted with a standard UK 13 amp plug, so you can plug it into any standard socket.
Q: How do you clean the sliding glass doors?
A: The doors are designed for easy cleaning. They can be wiped down in place or often lifted out (check the manual) for a more thorough clean.
Q: Is this unit suitable for self-service?
A: This model is designed for staff service with its rear-access doors. For self-service, you would need a unit with front-opening doors.
Q: How bright is the internal light?
A: It features daylight-balanced illumination, which is specifically designed to showcase food in its best, most natural-looking light to attract customers.
Q: Can I use it for cold food?
A: No, this is a heated food display unit only and is designed to keep pre-cooked hot food at a safe holding temperature.
The Lincat Promise: British Engineering for Your Countertop
When you invest in a Lincat Seal heated food display, you're buying more than just a piece of equipment; you're investing in decades of British engineering excellence. Lincat has built a formidable reputation for producing robust, reliable, and high-performing catering equipment that can withstand the pressures of a commercial kitchen. This isn't just about meeting safety standards; it's about exceeding them. The focus on quality materials like heavy-gauge stainless steel and toughened glass means your unit is built for longevity, reducing the risk of costly downtime and repairs. This long-term reliability is the true value of the Lincat brand. It’s a workhorse that turns up every day, performs flawlessly, and ensures your food is always presented safely and beautifully, protecting both your customers and your profits.
Explore more from LincatWhy the Humidity Feature is a Must-Have
Ever bought a hot pastry that looked great but was disappointingly dry and crusty? That's what happens when food sits under a standard heat lamp. The dry heat evaporates all the moisture, ruining the texture. The humidity feature in this Lincat heated food display cleverly solves this problem.
Think of it like giving your food its own personal sauna. A small water reservoir in the unit gently releases steam into the air, creating a humid environment. This moisture-rich air blankets the food, preventing it from drying out while keeping it perfectly hot and safe. It means the sausage roll you serve at 3 pm is just as succulent and delicious as the one you served at 10 am.
Who Should Buy This?
- Pubs & Carveries: Ideal for keeping roast potatoes, vegetables, and Yorkshire puddings perfectly warm and ready for service.
- Local Cafés & Bakeries: Showcase your hot sausage rolls, pasties, and pies, keeping them fresh and tempting all morning.
- Convenience Stores & Petrol Stations: A superb unit for a hot food-to-go section, encouraging high-margin impulse purchases from customers.
- Workplace & School Canteens: Efficiently serve hot lunch items like jacket potatoes or pasta bakes to a high volume of people.
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