Birko 1110100 Commercial Countertop Wet-Heat Bain Marie with Drain Tap

Keep sauces, soups, gravies, and pre-cooked dishes served at optimal, food-safe temperatures with the Birko 1110100 Commercial Countertop Bain Marie. Engineered for cafes, caterers, buffet lines, canteens, and takeaway venues, this high-performance heating and serving cabinet delivers consistent, gentle warmth for uninterrupted service.

Constructed from brushed #304 and #430 stainless steel with a galvanised steel base, the 1110100 features a seamless double-skinned one-piece water well with concealed 2.4kW heating elements. Operating on a standard 10A plug, this wet-heat food warmer uses a warm water bath to heat pans evenly without burning or drying out food. Equipped with a front-mounted drain tap for fast water discharge, heat-resistant ABS dials, and a user-resettable safety cut-out switch, it ensures low-maintenance operation across busy commercial shifts.

Key Benefits

• Gentle Wet-Heat Bain Marie Operation: Uses a regulated hot water bath to deliver uniform heat distribution, preventing delicate food, sauces, and gravies from scorching.

• Integrated Front Drain Tap: Features a front-mounted faucet with an insulated handle for quick, safe, and effortless water drainage during end-of-day cleaning.

• Double-Skined Seamless Water Well: One-piece pressed inner bowl with concealed heating elements reduces thermal loss while simplifying interior wiping and sanitisation.

• Precise Thermostatic Control (20°C to 90°C): Easy-to-use control dial allows kitchen staff to dial in exact holding temperatures to satisfy strict food safety standards.

• Standard 10A Plug & Play Power: Powerful 2.4kW heating system operates on a standard single-phase 240V 10A commercial power outlet—no electrician required.

• Comprehensive Kitchen Safety: Fitted with a user-resettable over-temperature safety cut-out switch, cool-touch control dials, and non-slip rubber feet for countertop stability.

• Durable #304/#430 Stainless Steel Construction: Heavy-duty brushed stainless steel housing with a galvanised steel base stands up to daily commercial use.

Technical Specifications

Operational & Usage Notes

• Water Level Requirement: Ensure the inner bowl is filled with clean water (pans must sit in at least 30mm of water) before switching on the heating element to ensure proper heat transfer and prevent element damage.

• Pan & Lid Configuration: Countertop well unit only; Gastronorm pans and lids are sold separately. Accommodates standard full-size 1/1GN pans or fractional GN pan configurations up to 150mm depth.

N.B Images are for illustrative purposes only. Specifications are subject to change without notice.