Commercial Cooling Rack | Wire Baking Rack | 330 x 530mm | Vogue M929

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Product Overview

Introducing a true kitchen workhorse, the Vogue M929 Commercial Baking Cooling Rack. This isn't just a bit of wire mesh; it's a brilliantly simple tool designed to streamline your entire baking process. Built from tough stainless steel and sized perfectly to the Gastronorm GN 1/1 standard, it’s crafted for professional kitchens that need equipment they can rely on, day in and day out. It’s the unsung hero that ensures your baked goods cool perfectly every time.

This is for the busy baker, the bustling café kitchen, the high-volume restaurant, and the artisan patisserie. If you're pulling trays of croissants, loaves, or biscuits from the oven, you need a reliable space for them to cool quickly and evenly. The raised design is the secret sauce here, allowing air to circulate freely all around your products, preventing soggy bottoms and ensuring a crisp, perfect finish. It's a fundamental piece of kit for anyone serious about their baking.

Forget flimsy domestic racks; this commercial baking cooling rack 330 x 530mm is built to last. With its sturdy wire construction and dishwasher-safe convenience, it’s designed to make your life easier, not harder. Give your bakes the professional treatment they deserve and speed up your workflow from oven to counter with a rack that just works.

Key Features and Benefits

  • Sturdy Wire Mesh: Provides a strong, reliable surface for heavy batches.
  • Raised Design: Gets air flowing underneath for much faster, even cooling.
  • Gastronorm 1/1 Sizing: Fits perfectly into your existing GN-compatible workflow.
  • Durable Stainless Steel: Resists rust and warping for long-lasting kitchen use.
  • Dishwasher Safe: Makes clean-up at the end of a long shift effortless.
  • Lightweight Construction: Easy to handle and move around a busy kitchen space.
  • Generous Surface Area: Cool more products at once, boosting your overall efficiency.
  • Smooth Finish: Prevents snagging on delicate pastries, cakes, or breads.

Technical Specifications

  • Brand: Vogue
  • SKU: M929
  • Dimensions: 40(H) x 530(W) x 330(D) mm
  • Weight: 0.61kg
  • Material: Stainless Steel
  • Gastronorm Size: GN 1/1
  • Dishwasher Safe: Yes

The Vogue Difference: Built for the Daily Grind

When you buy a piece of Vogue equipment, you're not just buying a product; you're investing in reliability. For years, Vogue has been the backbone of countless UK kitchens, known for producing no-nonsense, hardworking gear that stands up to the pressures of a commercial environment. This restaurant cooling rack Vogue is a perfect example of that philosophy. It's not loaded with unnecessary features; instead, it focuses on doing one job exceptionally well. The durable stainless steel construction isn't just a spec—it's your assurance against warping, rusting, and breakages that can bring a busy service to a halt. This is about long-term value: fewer replacements, consistent performance, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing your essential tools won't let you down when you need them most.

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Expert Review and Insights

You can have all the fancy tech in the world, but a kitchen crumbles without solid, dependable basics. This Vogue cooling rack is exactly that. It's not trying to reinvent the wheel; it’s just a brilliant, well-made wheel. The build quality is spot on for the price, and the GN sizing makes it a no-brainer for integrating into an existing setup. It’s a proper workhorse.

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  • Pro: Its robust, no-frills design means it will simply last for years.
  • Con: The feet are fixed, so it doesn't fold for ultra-compact storage.

Who Should Buy This?

  • Independent Bakeries: An essential wire cooling tray for bakeries needing to quickly process batches of bread, cakes, and pastries.
  • Restaurant Kitchens: Ideal for cooling everything from roasted vegetables to batches of scones for afternoon tea service.
  • Busy Cafés: Perfect for getting those freshly baked muffins and traybakes ready for the counter display without delay.
  • Catering Colleges: A durable, standard-sized rack for teaching students the fundamentals of professional kitchen workflow and food handling.
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Case Study: Real Business, Real Results

The Copper Kettle Bakery in Bristol was struggling with countertop space during their morning bake-off. Their existing cooling setup was inefficient, creating a bottleneck that delayed getting fresh products out for the morning rush.

"We were piling things up wherever we could find space, which is a nightmare for quality control. We bought six of these Vogue cooling racks, and the difference was immediate. They slot right into our workflow, and everything cools so much faster and more evenly. It's such a simple, effective solution."

Ben Carter – Head Baker

The bakery successfully eliminated its cooling bottleneck, allowing them to increase the output of their morning pastries by over 30%.

Why Better Airflow Means Quicker Cooling

Ever wondered why this rack has little feet? It's all about airflow. When you place a hot tray of food on a flat surface, the heat gets trapped underneath, leading to a dreaded 'soggy bottom'. The raised design of this rack lifts your bakes up off the counter, allowing cool air to circulate freely around the entire product—top, bottom, and sides. Think of it like a mini-car park for your croissants, where every car gets its own breezy spot. This 360-degree airflow cools things down significantly faster and more evenly, which means a better final product and a quicker journey from oven to customer.

Installation and Maintenance Guide

Setting It Up

  • Unpack and give it a quick wash with warm, soapy water before its first use.
  • That's it! It's ready to go. Place it on a stable, level countertop.
  • Ensure there's enough space around the rack for air to circulate effectively.

Keeping It Going

  • For best results, wash after every use to prevent food residue build-up.
  • It's fully dishwasher safe, so feel free to pop it in your commercial washer for a deep clean.
  • If washing by hand, use a non-abrasive brush to get between the wires.
  • Check periodically to ensure the feet are still level and the frame is not damaged.

Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Cooling Rack

Not sure which rack is the right fit for your kitchen? Here are a few things to keep in mind.

Material Matters

Stainless steel is the go-to for professional kitchens. It's tough, resists rust and corrosion, and won't transfer flavours. Cheaper chrome-plated options can flake over time.

Size and Capacity

Consider Gastronorm (GN) sizing. A GN 1/1 rack like this one is a standard size that fits seamlessly with other professional equipment, maximising your space and efficiency.

Grid vs. Wire

A wire grid construction offers the best airflow for even cooling. Ensure the gaps aren't too large for your smallest items, like cookies or macarons.

Air Circulation

Always look for racks with feet. The height of the feet determines how much air can get underneath, directly impacting how quickly and evenly your products cool.

Ease of Cleaning

A dishwasher-safe design is a huge time-saver in a commercial setting. A simple, smooth stainless steel finish will always be easier to clean than complex designs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does GN 1/1 size mean?

A: Gastronorm (GN) is a European standard for kitchenware sizes. GN 1/1 refers to the full-size container, which is 530 x 325mm. This rack is designed to match that footprint.

Q: Can this cooling rack go in the oven?

A: While stainless steel is heat resistant, this is designed as a cooling rack. Using it for high-temperature roasting may affect its longevity and is not its intended purpose.

Q: Is the stainless steel construction food-safe?

A: Absolutely. The Vogue cooling rack 330 x 530mm is made from high-quality, food-grade stainless steel, making it perfectly safe for direct contact with all food types.

Q: Are the racks stackable?

A: They are not designed with specific stacking feet, but their low profile allows them to be stored on top of each other on a shelf. They do not interlock for vertical stacking with food on them.

Q: How do I prevent small items from falling through the gaps?

A: The grid is designed for general use. For very small or delicate items like macarons, you can place a sheet of baking parchment on the rack first.

Q: Will the rack rust over time?

A: It's made from stainless steel, which is highly resistant to rust. As long as it's cleaned and dried properly and not scratched with harsh abrasives, it will remain rust-free.

Q: What is the benefit of a wire rack over a perforated tray?

A: A wire rack provides significantly more open space for air to circulate, leading to much faster and more efficient cooling compared to a tray with small holes.

Q: How heavy is it?

A: It's very lightweight at just 0.61kg, making it incredibly easy to move around the kitchen, even when you're in a hurry.

What Customers Are Saying

"A proper, sturdy bit of kit. We use these daily for all our cakes and they haven't bent or rusted. Can't ask for more than that!"

Sarah L. – Café Owner, Leeds

"Does exactly what it says on the tin. The GN sizing is brilliant, they fit straight into our dishwasher racks too. We bought ten!"

Tom P. – Head Chef, Country Pub, Cotswolds

"Very good value and a great professional pastry cooling rack. My only tiny niggle is that they don't stack perfectly, but for the price, they're fantastic."

Maria C. – Patisserie, Brighton

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