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The WHEG818AR is a single-zone electric griddle with a ribbed cooking surface, delivering 3 kW at 230V single-phase. It processes burgers, bacon, steaks, and grilled vegetables in commercial volumes. Operators use it in burger restaurants, breakfast cafés, hotel kitchens, and catering operations.
Commercial Application
This unit serves as a primary cooking surface during high-volume service periods. The ribbed plate creates sear marks on meat and allows fat to drain into the integrated grease channel. Operators cook multiple portions simultaneously without cross-contamination of flavours.
During breakfast service, kitchen staff grill bacon and sausages while preparing toast and eggs on adjacent equipment. The single temperature zone maintains consistent heat across the entire 818 mm surface. A 3 kW element reaches working temperature in under 12 minutes from cold start.
Key Operational Advantages
- 3 kW electric heating element — 230V single-phase standard UK connection
- Ribbed surface — creates grill marks and drains fat through integrated channel
- Single temperature zone — uniform heat distribution across 818 mm cooking width
- 18 kg weight — relocatable within kitchen layout or food truck installation
- CE certified construction — meets UK, EU, USA (NSF), and Canada (CSA) commercial hygiene standards
- Medium footprint — fits standard counter depth with front-access grease tray
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | WHEG818AR |
| Power Output | 3kW |
| Voltage | 230V |
| Certification | Meets commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards applicable to CE (UK & EU), NSF (USA) and CSA (Canada) requirements. |
| Weight | 18.0 kg (39.7 lbs) |
Construction & Build Quality
The cooking surface is pressed steel with ribbed channels running front to back. The body uses commercial-grade steel with powder-coated panels. The heating element sits beneath the cooking plate with direct thermal transfer.
- Pressed steel ribbed cooking plate — withstands metal spatula contact
- Integrated grease channel — collects fat runoff during continuous service
- Front-access grease tray — slides out for cleaning without lifting unit
- Single-phase 230V connection — standard UK kitchen electrical supply
Suitable Operations
- Burger restaurants
- Breakfast cafés
- Hotel kitchens
- School canteens
- Catering operations
- Food trucks
Procurement & Support
TurcoBazaar supplies this unit from UK stock to buyers in Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Africa. Shipping options include pallet freight for multi-unit orders and courier service for single griddles. UK purchasers receive next-day delivery on in-stock models.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the cooking surface chrome-plated or bare steel?
A: The WHEG818AR uses pressed steel with a ribbed surface profile. It is not chrome-plated. Operators season the surface before first use and maintain it with oil between services to prevent corrosion.
Q: How does the grease channel work during service?
A: Fat and oil drain along the ribbed channels toward the front grease tray. The tray slides out from the front without lifting the unit. Operators empty the tray between service periods or when capacity is reached.
Q: Can this unit install in a food truck?
A: Yes. The 18 kg weight and 818 mm width fit standard food truck counter layouts. The single-phase 230V requirement matches most mobile generator outputs. Secure the unit with bracket mounts to prevent movement during transit.
Q: How is temperature controlled across the cooking surface?
A: The WHEG818AR has a single temperature zone with one control dial. Heat distributes evenly across the entire ribbed plate. Operators adjust the dial to maintain working temperature between 180°C and 280°C depending on product type.
Q: What cleaning method works best for the ribbed surface?
A: Scrape the ribbed channels with a grill brick or metal scraper while the surface is still warm. Wipe with a damp cloth and re-oil before the next service. The grease tray washes separately in a pot sink.