ControllingTime and Space

Driven, in part, by significant advances in technology; innovation in professional ovens has been led by operator need, with menus expanding, a customer’s expectation of reduced waiting time and ultimately, labour shortages resulting in fewer chefs in a kitchen

In a modern commercial kitchen, time and space are at a premium so equipment must prove its worth. In sites where head count is low, having a compact machine which can be situated so operators can easily transition from ordering to service is ideal. When it comes to choosing the brand or model of accelerated oven, one of the most important factors is establishing the key measures for success for the customer. Determining this will help lead to the correct and most cost-effective solution for operators.

For over 60 years, Panasonic has developed a range of solutions designed to support today’s operator, and as the latest addition to the Panasonic Professional Kitchen portfolio, the new NE-1864 supersedes Panasonic’s best-selling NE-1853 model. The new NE-1864 is 12kg lighter and features Panasonic’s Inverter technology to deliver better results with improved efficiency, whilst using less energy.

The precise heating of the NE-1864 allows operators to benefit from a more energy efficient cooking process, with quality end results. Take cooking vegetables, for example – this can be done on demand, rather than blanching, refreshing and reheating, resulting in fresher tasting and more vibrantly coloured veggies with, importantly, a greater amount of retained nutrients. Fresh menu items can be prepared in bulk whilst retaining quality and ensuring consistency; and the unit’s functionality to programme multiple stage cooking means the Inverter can be used to help take products from a frozen state to fully reheated in a matter of minutes.

Using Inverter technology, the Panasonic Professional Kitchen portfolio has evolved to include models which are lighter, more energy-saving and that deliver better results. We’re committed to transitioning our existing models across to utilise this state-of-the-art technology and the new NE-1864 is the latest addition to the range of Inverter models, joining the NE-1878 and NE-SCV3. Panasonic’s Inverter technology allows operators to cook, reheat or defrost food without creating cold spots or overcooking edges; at an accurate power level – when requesting 60% power, the oven delivers 60% power for the entire duration of the cooking time chosen; no matter what power level is selected; giving better, more even cooking results.

There’s no doubt microwaves are a core piece of equipment and one of the most used appliances in a professional kitchen, withstanding the demands and rigours of a busy kitchen. In a modern commercial kitchen, time and space are at a premium so equipment must prove its worth. We offer a three-year parts and labour warranty on our range of commercial microwaves. This reflects our confidence in the quality of the build, components used and manufacture; and gives operators assurance and peace of mind about the reliability of the unit.

To find out more about Panasonic and its range of accelerated ovens, please email commercial.ovens@eu.panasonic.com or visit www.panasonic.co.uk/professionalkitchen.