Garland XPE36-2L 36 Inch Electric Griddle with Two Platens On Left

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  • Robust carbon steel surface ensures durability
  • Programmable controls enable precise temperature management
  • Dual platens optimize cooking efficiency
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The Garland XPE36-2L X-Press Flat Griddle is a commercial-grade electric cooking unit designed for medium-volume foodservice environments. Featuring a 36-inch wide, 3/4-inch thick carbon steel griddle plate, it provides a durable and high-performance surface for a variety of culinary applications. The unit includes two flat platens positioned on the left side, with die-cast aluminum top heating elements ensuring even heat distribution. Equipped with EasyTouch™ programmable controls with a USB interface, users can precisely set and monitor cooking parameters, optimizing workflow efficiency. Its stainless steel construction, including front, top, and sides, offers excellent sanitation and longevity, making it suitable for busy kitchens requiring reliable, consistent heat. The incorporation of CSA, CSA Star, CSA Flame, and NSF certifications confirms compliance with industry standards for safety and sanitation in foodservice operations. With a footprint designed for integrated countertop use, the Garland XPE36-2L is ideal for commercial kitchens requiring versatile and durable griddling solutions.

The Garland XPE36-2L X-Press Flat Griddle is built for advanced commercial applications, providing precise temperature control, durable carbon steel construction, and easy-to-use programmable controls. Designed with two side-by-side platens on the left side, it supports efficient multiple-item cooking in dynamic foodservice settings. Its stainless steel construction simplifies cleaning, while the die-cast aluminum heating elements enhance reliability. This unit’s cable controls and casters facilitate quick adjustments and mobility, making it suitable for busy kitchens that demand fast turnaround and high sanitation standards.

Ideal for medium-volume commercial kitchens requiring precise cooking controls and high durability.

The Garland XPE36-2L features a self-contained, electrical heating system operating at standard commercial voltages. With precise programmable controls, it offers adjustable temperatures suited for continuous use in busy foodservice environments. Its construction includes a stainless steel exterior with a 36-inch wide, 3/4-inch thick carbon steel griddle plate that ensures even heat transfer and longevity. The front, top, and sides are stainless steel for ease of cleaning and sanitation. The unit’s dimensions are approximately 39.66 inches wide, 34.5 inches deep, and 44.63 inches high, with a shipping weight of 800 lbs. It meets industry standards for safety and sanitation, featuring CSA, CSA Star, CSA Flame, and NSF certifications. Designed for countertop integration, it supports standard electrical power supplies with multiple safety features like IPX4 water resistance and easy maintenance access. The unit’s energy consumption details include robust wattage specifications suitable for continuous operation, with a focus on efficiency and reliability. Its design supports high-volume output, optimized for preparing a variety of grilled foods with consistent results.

A commercial flat griddle with platens is a high-capacity cooking appliance designed for continuous operation in professional kitchens. It features flat, heated surfaces—platens—often used for grilling, searing, or frying multiple food items simultaneously. The Garland XPE36-2L X-Press Flat Griddle integrates dual platens on the left side, making it suitable for high-demand foodservice settings such as restaurants, cafeterias, or catering operations. Its robust construction and programmable controls enable precise temperature management, supporting a variety of cooking techniques at an industrial level. Typically installed in counters or workstations, these units facilitate quick, consistent food production, ideal for moderate to high-volume food preparation environments including bustling commercial kitchens and concession stands.

Designed for medium-volume restaurant operations, Garland XPE36-2L combines durable construction, precise temperature control, and seamless workflow integration. It excels in busy kitchen setups with moderate throughput, suitable for food prep, grilling, and frying tasks in restaurants, cafeterias, and catering facilities. Garland’s model XPE36-2L is engineered for reliable performance in commercial cooking environments.

Garland XPE36-2L stands out among commercial griddles with its robust carbon steel surface, advanced programmable controls, and durable stainless steel design. Its dual platens on the left side optimize space and workflow, while its safety certifications and IPX4 rating ensure reliability and sanitation in demanding kitchen environments. The unit’s precise heat controls and easy maintenance features enhance operational efficiency, making it a top choice over competing models with less versatile control options or less durable construction.

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The Garland XPE36-2L X-Press Flat Griddle is a commercial-grade electric cooking unit designed for medium-volume foodservice environments. Featuring a 36-inch wide, 3/4-inch thick carbon steel griddle plate, it provides a durable and high-performance surface for a variety of culinary applications. The unit includes two flat platens positioned on the left side, with die-cast aluminum top heating elements ensuring even heat distribution. Equipped with EasyTouch™ programmable controls with a USB interface, users can precisely set and monitor cooking parameters, optimizing workflow efficiency. Its stainless steel construction, including front, top, and sides, offers excellent sanitation and longevity, making it suitable for busy kitchens requiring reliable, consistent heat. The incorporation of CSA, CSA Star, CSA Flame, and NSF certifications confirms compliance with industry standards for safety and sanitation in foodservice operations. With a footprint designed for integrated countertop use, the Garland XPE36-2L is ideal for commercial kitchens requiring versatile and durable griddling solutions.

Top Garland XPE36-2L Features

The Garland XPE36-2L X-Press Flat Griddle is built for advanced commercial applications, providing precise temperature control, durable carbon steel construction, and easy-to-use programmable controls. Designed with two side-by-side platens on the left side, it supports efficient multiple-item cooking in dynamic foodservice settings. Its stainless steel construction simplifies cleaning, while the die-cast aluminum heating elements enhance reliability. This unit’s cable controls and casters facilitate quick adjustments and mobility, making it suitable for busy kitchens that demand fast turnaround and high sanitation standards.

  • Enhanced heating performance: Die-cast aluminum elements ensure consistent heat distribution
  • Durable construction: 3/4” thick carbon steel griddle surface withstands frequent use
  • Simple operation and maintenance: Programmable controls with USB interface for efficient setup
  • Optimized workflow: Dual platens support simultaneous cooking of multiple food items
  • Robust mobility design: Four casters with front brakes enable flexible placement and safety

Ideal for medium-volume commercial kitchens requiring precise cooking controls and high durability.

Garland XPE36-2L Technical Specs

The Garland XPE36-2L features a self-contained, electrical heating system operating at standard commercial voltages. With precise programmable controls, it offers adjustable temperatures suited for continuous use in busy foodservice environments. Its construction includes a stainless steel exterior with a 36-inch wide, 3/4-inch thick carbon steel griddle plate that ensures even heat transfer and longevity. The front, top, and sides are stainless steel for ease of cleaning and sanitation. The unit’s dimensions are approximately 39.66 inches wide, 34.5 inches deep, and 44.63 inches high, with a shipping weight of 800 lbs. It meets industry standards for safety and sanitation, featuring CSA, CSA Star, CSA Flame, and NSF certifications. Designed for countertop integration, it supports standard electrical power supplies with multiple safety features like IPX4 water resistance and easy maintenance access. The unit’s energy consumption details include robust wattage specifications suitable for continuous operation, with a focus on efficiency and reliability. Its design supports high-volume output, optimized for preparing a variety of grilled foods with consistent results.

  • Electrical requirements: Standard 208/240V, 60Hz, 1-phase, 37-44 amps, 8.8kW
  • Cooling method: N/A (self-contained electric heating)
  • Construction finish: Stainless steel exterior for durability and sanitation
  • Temperature range: Operating up to 450°F with precise control
  • Dimensions: 39.66” W x 34.5” D x 44.63” H; Shipping weight 800 lbs
  • Food safety compliance: Material safe for food contact, easy to disassemble for cleaning
  • Control features: Programmable with USB interface for customized cooking profiles
  • Electrical connection: Requires standard power hookup to support 8.8kW load
  • Clearance: Ensure 2-inch minimum at rear for ventilation and servicing
  • Work surface clearance: 36-inch width suitable for countertop installation
  • Drainage: Integrated grease collection system with stainless steel dual side collectors
  • Maintenance access: Easily removed panels for routine cleaning and servicing

What is a commercial flat griddle with platens?

A commercial flat griddle with platens is a high-capacity cooking appliance designed for continuous operation in professional kitchens. It features flat, heated surfaces—platens—often used for grilling, searing, or frying multiple food items simultaneously. The Garland XPE36-2L X-Press Flat Griddle integrates dual platens on the left side, making it suitable for high-demand foodservice settings such as restaurants, cafeterias, or catering operations. Its robust construction and programmable controls enable precise temperature management, supporting a variety of cooking techniques at an industrial level. Typically installed in counters or workstations, these units facilitate quick, consistent food production, ideal for moderate to high-volume food preparation environments including bustling commercial kitchens and concession stands.

Top Commercial Flat Griddles with Platens for Foodservice

Designed for medium-volume restaurant operations, Garland XPE36-2L combines durable construction, precise temperature control, and seamless workflow integration. It excels in busy kitchen setups with moderate throughput, suitable for food prep, grilling, and frying tasks in restaurants, cafeterias, and catering facilities. Garland’s model XPE36-2L is engineered for reliable performance in commercial cooking environments.

  • Operation type — supporting moderate throughput foodservice environments
  • Kitchen space — suited for compact, countertop installation areas
  • Foodservice category — ideal for restaurant and cafeteria applications
  • Workload qualifier — supports consistent high-demand cooking cycles
  • Use case — suitable for fast-paced food prep and grilling stations

Why Choose Garland XPE36-2L

Garland XPE36-2L stands out among commercial griddles with its robust carbon steel surface, advanced programmable controls, and durable stainless steel design. Its dual platens on the left side optimize space and workflow, while its safety certifications and IPX4 rating ensure reliability and sanitation in demanding kitchen environments. The unit’s precise heat controls and easy maintenance features enhance operational efficiency, making it a top choice over competing models with less versatile control options or less durable construction.

  • More precise temperature control enables consistent cooking results
  • Stainless steel exterior provides excellent sanitation and longevity
  • Programmable controls streamline multi-stage cooking processes
  • Dual platens support simultaneous cooking to improve throughput
  • Heavy-duty 3/4” thick carbon steel surface ensures lasting durability

Certifications

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CSA Flame

The item has been tested by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and meets or exceeds standards for gas or petroleum powered appliances.

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CSA Star

The item has been tested by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) to ensure that it meets or exceeds the requirements for gas-powered products in the U.S.

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CSA

The item has been evaluated by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and meets or exceeds expectations.

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NSF Listed

The item meets the standards imposed by NSF International. These standards relate to health, public safety and the environment.

Certifications

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IPX4

With an IPX4 rating, this product is resistant to splashing water from any direction.


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Garland XPE36-2L X-Press Flat Griddle Electric Two Platens On Left
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Garland XPE36-2L 36 Inch Electric Griddle with Two Platens On Left

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