Delfield SH-5-NU 74 Inch Electric Hot Food Serving Counter with 5-pan Capacity

Delfield  |  MFG #: SH-5-NU  |  Item #: 180862
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    The Delfield SH-5-NU Shelleysteel™ Hot Food Serving Counter represents a durable, professional-grade solution for commercial foodservice environments that require reliable hot food presentation. Designed with a 14-gauge stainless steel top and 18-gauge stainless steel exterior, this electric mobile unit offers a 5-pan capacity suitable for high-volume food production. Its enclosed base configuration simplifies cleaning and maintenance, while the 14-gauge galvanized bottom enhances structural integrity. Equipped with 5" swivel casters, this counter provides flexible mobility, and the 1/2" drain(s) for hot food wells, plumbed to a common valve, facilitate efficient drainage. This model is ideal for mid-volume restaurants, catering operations, and buffet settings needing consistent food holding with straightforward functionality, optimized for durable performance in demanding commercial kitchens.

    This Shelleysteel™ hot food serving counter is engineered for robust commercial use, featuring a stainless steel top and exterior for maximum durability. The 5-pan capacity supports steady output, while the enclosed base design allows for easy cleaning and minimal debris collection. Its mobility is enhanced by five 5" swivel casters, and the unit’s plumbing with a 1/2" drain ensures effective hot food well drainage. Designed for moderate throughput environments, it integrates seamlessly into foodservice lines requiring reliable food presentation and sanitation. It provides precise temperature maintenance and durable construction tailored for intensive daily use.

    Designed for commercial kitchens seeking efficient food service, the Delfield SH-5-NU offers a rugged, mobile, and easy-to-maintain hot food holding solution.

    This model features a robust stainless steel construction, integrating a 14-gauge top and 18-gauge exterior panels, with a galvanized bottom for added durability. It measures approximately 74" in width, 30" in depth, and 36" in height, with a total weight of around 420 lbs. It operates on standard electrical requirements compatible with typical commercial power supplies, with specific electrical data aligning with industry standards for heating and control systems. The unit is designed for moderate throughput environments, supporting multiple hot food pans with precise temperature regulation. The unit's construction ensures resistance within typical operating ranges, while its drainage system employs 1/2" drains plumbed to a common valve for convenient hot food well maintenance. Its stainless steel surface conforms to food safety standards, and maintenance involves routine cleaning with easy disassembly for sanitary processing. Delivery is typically within 6-8 weeks due to specialized manufacturing and shipping logistics.

    A commercial hot food serving counter is a durable, industrial-grade unit designed to hold and display heated food in high-traffic foodservice settings. Typically constructed from stainless steel, it features multiple pans supported by heating elements and drainage to maintain optimal temperatures. The Delfield SH-5-NU Shelleysteel™ model, installed in restaurants, buffets, and catering venues, exemplifies this equipment’s capacity for reliable, hygienic food presentation, supporting medium-volume throughput and facilitating efficient workflow in busy kitchens.

    Designed for moderate workload environments, the Delfield SH-5-NU provides a rugged, mobile solution for reliable hot food presentation in commercial kitchens. Its stainless steel construction ensures longevity, while the five-pan capacity supports steady service. Ideal for restaurant lines, buffets, and catering operations, this equipment offers efficient heat retention and simplified cleaning for continuous daily use.

    Compared to similar units, the Delfield SH-5-NU Shelleysteel™ hot food serving counter stands out with its superior stainless steel durability, efficient drainage system, and enhanced mobility through 5" swivel casters. Its enclosed base simplifies cleaning and maintenance, and the overall rugged construction ensures consistent performance in demanding commercial operations. This model improves operational flow and guarantees food presentation quality under busy conditions.

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    The Delfield SH-5-NU Shelleysteel™ Hot Food Serving Counter represents a durable, professional-grade solution for commercial foodservice environments that require reliable hot food presentation. Designed with a 14-gauge stainless steel top and 18-gauge stainless steel exterior, this electric mobile unit offers a 5-pan capacity suitable for high-volume food production. Its enclosed base configuration simplifies cleaning and maintenance, while the 14-gauge galvanized bottom enhances structural integrity. Equipped with 5" swivel casters, this counter provides flexible mobility, and the 1/2" drain(s) for hot food wells, plumbed to a common valve, facilitate efficient drainage. This model is ideal for mid-volume restaurants, catering operations, and buffet settings needing consistent food holding with straightforward functionality, optimized for durable performance in demanding commercial kitchens.

    Delfield SH-5-NU Features

    This Shelleysteel™ hot food serving counter is engineered for robust commercial use, featuring a stainless steel top and exterior for maximum durability. The 5-pan capacity supports steady output, while the enclosed base design allows for easy cleaning and minimal debris collection. Its mobility is enhanced by five 5" swivel casters, and the unit’s plumbing with a 1/2" drain ensures effective hot food well drainage. Designed for moderate throughput environments, it integrates seamlessly into foodservice lines requiring reliable food presentation and sanitation. It provides precise temperature maintenance and durable construction tailored for intensive daily use.

    • Capacity: Supports five 14-gauge stainless steel pans for consistent service
    • Material construction: Featuring 14-gauge top with 18-gauge stainless steel exterior
    • Mobility and maintenance: Equipped with five 5" swivel casters and a drainage system
    • Ease of cleaning: Enclosed base with galvanized steel ensures sanitary upkeep
    • Ideal fit: Suitable for mid-volume catering, buffets, and quick-service restaurants

    Designed for commercial kitchens seeking efficient food service, the Delfield SH-5-NU offers a rugged, mobile, and easy-to-maintain hot food holding solution.

    Delfield SH-5-NU Technical Specs

    This model features a robust stainless steel construction, integrating a 14-gauge top and 18-gauge exterior panels, with a galvanized bottom for added durability. It measures approximately 74" in width, 30" in depth, and 36" in height, with a total weight of around 420 lbs. It operates on standard electrical requirements compatible with typical commercial power supplies, with specific electrical data aligning with industry standards for heating and control systems. The unit is designed for moderate throughput environments, supporting multiple hot food pans with precise temperature regulation. The unit's construction ensures resistance within typical operating ranges, while its drainage system employs 1/2" drains plumbed to a common valve for convenient hot food well maintenance. Its stainless steel surface conforms to food safety standards, and maintenance involves routine cleaning with easy disassembly for sanitary processing. Delivery is typically within 6-8 weeks due to specialized manufacturing and shipping logistics.

    • Electrical requirements: Standard three-phase or single-phase power compatible with industry norms
    • Construction & finish: 14-gauge stainless steel top; 18-gauge exterior with galvanized bottom
    • Dimensions: 74" W x 30" D x 36" H; weight approx. 420 lbs
    • Drain system: 1/2" drain(s) plumbed to shared valve for efficient cleaning
    • Operational range: Designed for safe operation within typical foodservice temperatures and loads
    • Mobility: Five 5" swivel casters for flexible positioning in dynamic spaces

    What is a commercial hot food serving counter?

    A commercial hot food serving counter is a durable, industrial-grade unit designed to hold and display heated food in high-traffic foodservice settings. Typically constructed from stainless steel, it features multiple pans supported by heating elements and drainage to maintain optimal temperatures. The Delfield SH-5-NU Shelleysteel™ model, installed in restaurants, buffets, and catering venues, exemplifies this equipment’s capacity for reliable, hygienic food presentation, supporting medium-volume throughput and facilitating efficient workflow in busy kitchens.

    Top Hot Food Serving Counters for Medium-Volume Foodservice Settings

    Designed for moderate workload environments, the Delfield SH-5-NU provides a rugged, mobile solution for reliable hot food presentation in commercial kitchens. Its stainless steel construction ensures longevity, while the five-pan capacity supports steady service. Ideal for restaurant lines, buffets, and catering operations, this equipment offers efficient heat retention and simplified cleaning for continuous daily use.

    • Operation type — suited for food prep lines and buffet stations
    • Kitchen environment — ideal for compact commercial spaces with high throughput
    • Foodservice category — tailored for restaurants, catering, and hotel dining
    • Workload qualifier — supports moderate daily service demands
    • Use case — optimized for hot food holding and visual display

    Why Choose Delfield SH-5-NU?

    Compared to similar units, the Delfield SH-5-NU Shelleysteel™ hot food serving counter stands out with its superior stainless steel durability, efficient drainage system, and enhanced mobility through 5" swivel casters. Its enclosed base simplifies cleaning and maintenance, and the overall rugged construction ensures consistent performance in demanding commercial operations. This model improves operational flow and guarantees food presentation quality under busy conditions.

    • Self-contained design reduces installation complexity and improves sanitation
    • Stainless steel top and exterior offer corrosion resistance and longevity
    • Mobility allows for versatile placement within foodservice lines
    • Drain system supports quick cleaning and reduces downtime
    • Built for medium throughput environments needing durable, reliable holding

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