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Matfer Bourgeat
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Commercial Stainless Steel Reinforced Grid | GN2/1 Pan Rack Insert | Heavy Duty | Matfer Bourgeat CX530
£74.08
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£88.90/ inc vat
- Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel
- Reinforced Design
- Impressive 23kg Load Capacity
- GN2/1 Standard Sizing
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Product Overview
Introducing a proper workhorse for any professional kitchen. The Matfer Bourgeat CX530 is a seriously tough, commercial-grade grid designed to fit standard GN2/1 gastronorm pans. Forget flimsy wires that bend and buckle; this is built from high-quality stainless steel with extra reinforcing bars, ready to handle the daily grind of a busy culinary environment without breaking a sweat.
This heavy duty gastronorm pan rack insert is an absolute must for high-volume bakeries, bustling restaurant kitchens, large-scale caterers, and even hotel prep areas. If you're cooling, storing, baking, or transporting heavy trays of food, this grid provides the stable and reliable support you need. It’s perfect for everything from resting large joints of meat and holding hot baking trays to organising ingredients in a walk-in freezer.
With its robust construction and impressive 23kg load capacity, it’s a piece of kit that won’t let you down. Built by Matfer Bourgeat, a brand synonymous with professional quality, this stainless steel GN2/1 pan rack insert is a simple, smart investment in making your kitchen more organised, efficient, and reliable. It’s the unsung hero your kitchen has been waiting for.
Key Features and Benefits
- Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel: Built to withstand rust, high heat, and intense daily use.
- Reinforced Design: Features 3 cross pieces for superior strength and stability.
- Impressive 23kg Load Capacity: Holds heavy trays of food or dough without sagging.
- GN2/1 Standard Sizing: Fits perfectly in compatible ovens, trolleys, and storage racks.
- Matfer Bourgeat Brand: A name trusted by chefs for professional-grade, durable equipment.
- Flat Grid Surface: Ensures even cooling and stable support for baking trays.
- Hygienic and Easy to Clean: The non-porous steel surface is simple to wipe down.
- Versatile Application: Ideal for baking, cooling, storing, and displaying food products.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Matfer Bourgeat
- SKU: CX530
- Material: Stainless Steel Wire
- Gastronorm Size: GN2/1
- Dimensions (W x L): 530 x 650 mm
- Profile Height: 40 mm
- Reinforcement: 3 supporting cross pieces
- Maximum Load: 23 kg
- Weight: 1.74 kg
Expert Review and Insights
You can spot Matfer Bourgeat quality a mile off. This isn't just any old wire rack; it's an engineered piece of kit. The welds are clean and the reinforcing crossbars mean it stays completely flat under a significant load, which is critical for both safety and performance. It’s a simple product, but it’s executed perfectly for the professional market.
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- Incredibly Robust: The reinforced grid for bakery use easily handles heavy loads without warping.
- No Frills: It lacks integrated feet, so it sits completely flush on surfaces.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Harbourfront Kitchen in Portsmouth was struggling with flimsy, budget cooling racks that were constantly bending under the weight of their daily fish pies. They needed a more durable solution for their high-volume output.
"We were buying new racks every few months – it was a false economy. Since we switched to the Matfer Bourgeat CX530 reinforced grids, we haven't had a single one bend or break in over a year. They're absolutely solid and have made our prep line so much more efficient."
Robert Green – Head Chef
By using these heavy-duty grids, the kitchen has streamlined its cooling process, allowing them to safely stack trays and increase their batch-prep capacity by 30%.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Upon arrival, give it a quick check over to ensure it's in perfect condition.
- Before its first use, wash with warm, soapy water and a soft cloth.
- The grid is designed to slot directly into standard GN2/1 compatible racking or to sit inside a GN2/1 pan.
- Ensure it's completely dry before placing it in a freezer to prevent ice build-up.
Keeping It Going
- This grid is dishwasher safe, making clean-up nice and easy.
- For any stubborn, baked-on food, a quick soak in warm water will do the trick.
- Avoid using steel wool or harsh abrasive cleaners to maintain its smooth finish.
- Regularly check that the welds are all intact, especially after heavy use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does GN2/1 actually mean?
A: GN stands for Gastronorm, a European standard for kitchen container sizes. GN2/1 refers to a specific dimension, which is 650mm x 530mm, making this a large-format grid.
Q: Can this grid go directly in the oven?
A: Absolutely. It's made from stainless steel and is designed to withstand the high temperatures of commercial ovens.
Q: Is it suitable for use in a walk-in freezer or blast chiller?
A: Yes, the stainless steel construction makes it perfectly safe for both freezing and blast chilling applications.
Q: What is the maximum weight this stainless steel GN2/1 pan rack insert can hold?
A: It has a maximum load capacity of 23 kg, thanks to its heavy-duty, reinforced design.
Q: Is it easy to clean?
A: Yes, it's very easy. The stainless steel surface can be wiped down, scrubbed, or put through a commercial dishwasher.
Q: What are the exact dimensions?
A: It measures 530mm in width by 650mm in length, designed to fit standard GN2/1 equipment.
Q: How much does the grid itself weigh?
A: The grid has a net weight of 1.74 kg, making it sturdy yet manageable to handle.
Q: Are these grids stackable?
A: While they don't have interlocking feet, their flat and uniform design allows them to be stacked neatly for storage.
The Matfer Bourgeat Promise: Investment-Grade Kitchenware
When you choose a Matfer Bourgeat product, you're not just buying a piece of metal; you're investing in decades of French culinary engineering. This is equipment designed for chefs who can't afford failures during service. The real value of this reinforced grid isn't just its 23kg capacity, but the long-term reliability it brings to your kitchen's workflow. It means no more budget racks warping in the oven, no more bent grids causing uneven cooling, and no more money wasted on frequent replacements. This is the kind of background kit that works flawlessly for years, allowing you and your team to focus on the food, not the equipment. Choosing Matfer Bourgeat is a commitment to operational excellence and a statement that you value tools that are as professional and hardworking as you are.
Explore more from Matfer BourgeatWhy a Reinforced Grid Makes All the Difference
Ever placed a heavy, hot tray on a standard wire rack and watched it sag worryingly in the middle? That’s where the 'reinforced' design of this Matfer Bourgeat grid comes in. Think of a standard grid like a wobbly rope bridge. The three extra cross pieces on this grid act like solid steel support pillars underneath that bridge. They distribute the weight of your tray evenly across the entire surface, preventing the wires from bowing or bending. This means your pies stay level, your cakes cool evenly, and most importantly, you can carry a fully loaded, 23kg tray from the oven to the cooling rack without the fear of it collapsing. It’s a simple bit of engineering that provides massive peace of mind and reliability during a hectic service.
Who Should Buy This?
- Artisan Bakeries: Perfect for cooling large batches of sourdough or stacking trays of pastries without worrying about stability.
- Restaurant Kitchens: An essential for resting meats or holding prepped gastronorm pans in a busy service environment.
- Event Caterers: Provides a robust and reliable solution for transporting and organising food in mobile racking systems.
- Hotel & Banqueting: Ideal for use in combi ovens, blast chillers, and walk-in cold rooms for large-scale food preparation.
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