Matfer 118505 7-1/2 Inch Diameter Round Proofing Basket Willow

Matfer  |  MFG #: 118505  |  Item #: 63109  |  UPC #: 4028574284554
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  • Precisely supports dough fermentation and shaping
  • 7-1/2" diameter ideal for small batches
  • Durable willow construction with shape retention
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The Matfer 118505 Banneton Proofing Basket 7-1/2" Dia. Round is a professional-grade proofing basket designed for commercial bakery applications. Manufactured by Matfer Bourgeat, this round willow basket features precise dimensions and a durable construction suitable for artisan bread proofing processes. Its 7.5-inch diameter allows for even shaping and imprinting of dough, facilitating consistent bake presentation. Crafted specifically for professional bakers, it serves as a vital tool for fermentation control and loaf shaping, maintaining structural integrity and surface patterns during proofing.

The Matfer 118505 proofing basket provides reliable dough support with willow construction, ensuring durability and shape retention. Its 7-1/2" diameter is optimal for small to medium batch production, while its imprinting capability enhances crust aesthetics. Designed for ease of use, it withstands routine cleaning and handling in high-volume bakery environments. Its natural material promotes breathability, aiding dough fermentation and crust development, ideal for artisan and commercial bakeries seeking consistent results.

Ideal for artisan bakeries and commercial kitchens requiring precise dough proofing and imprinting capability.

The Matfer 118505 proofing basket is constructed from natural willow, offering a 7.5-inch external diameter with a lightweight and resilient design suitable for daily bakery operations. Its dimensions support consistent loaf shaping in moderate-volume production, accommodating standard proofing needs. The natural materials promote airflow and fermentation, while its simple maintenance process involves routine brushing or light cleaning. The basket's design ensures optimal shape imprinting and crust development. Its compatibility with typical bakery workflows makes it suitable for artisan and commercial bread proofing environments.

A commercial proofing basket is a specialized bakery tool used for shaping and fermenting dough during proofing stages. Made from durable materials such as willow, rattan, or plastic, these baskets support dough structure and provide surface imprinting for aesthetic crust patterns. Typically installed in bakery proofing stations, they facilitate consistent loaf size, shape, and surface texture, making them ideal for artisan and high-volume baking environments. The Matfer 118505 proofing basket is a reliable model optimized for mid-volume production, supporting fermentation and shaping needs in professional bakeries.

These commercial proofing baskets provide robust shaping and imprinting functions, manufactured for artisan and bakery workflows, with Matfer 118505 as a reliable option. Designed for moderate throughput, they support dough integrity and crust aesthetics during proofing processes, suitable for use in high-quality bakery operations and bread production facilities.

Distinct from typical proofing baskets, the Matfer 118505 offers high-quality willow craftsmanship with a precise 7-1/2" diameter, optimized for professional baking environments. Its durable, flexible construction supports consistent loaf shaping and surface imprinting, enhancing bakery workflow efficiency. The natural willow surface simplifies cleaning and maintains shape fidelity over time, making it a preferred choice for artisan bakery operations seeking reliable proofing tools with long-term performance benefits.

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The Matfer 118505 Banneton Proofing Basket 7-1/2" Dia. Round is a professional-grade proofing basket designed for commercial bakery applications. Manufactured by Matfer Bourgeat, this round willow basket features precise dimensions and a durable construction suitable for artisan bread proofing processes. Its 7.5-inch diameter allows for even shaping and imprinting of dough, facilitating consistent bake presentation. Crafted specifically for professional bakers, it serves as a vital tool for fermentation control and loaf shaping, maintaining structural integrity and surface patterns during proofing.

Top Matfer 118505 Features

The Matfer 118505 proofing basket provides reliable dough support with willow construction, ensuring durability and shape retention. Its 7-1/2" diameter is optimal for small to medium batch production, while its imprinting capability enhances crust aesthetics. Designed for ease of use, it withstands routine cleaning and handling in high-volume bakery environments. Its natural material promotes breathability, aiding dough fermentation and crust development, ideal for artisan and commercial bakeries seeking consistent results.

  • Shape imprinting function: creates professional surface patterns on proofed dough
  • Willow material construction: durable, flexible, and resistant to cracking
  • Easy handling and cleaning: natural willow surface simplifies maintenance routine
  • Consistent proof support: maintains dough shape during fermentation for uniform baking
  • Precision dimensions: 7-1/2" diameter perfectly fits small batches

Ideal for artisan bakeries and commercial kitchens requiring precise dough proofing and imprinting capability.

Matfer 118505 Technical Specs

The Matfer 118505 proofing basket is constructed from natural willow, offering a 7.5-inch external diameter with a lightweight and resilient design suitable for daily bakery operations. Its dimensions support consistent loaf shaping in moderate-volume production, accommodating standard proofing needs. The natural materials promote airflow and fermentation, while its simple maintenance process involves routine brushing or light cleaning. The basket's design ensures optimal shape imprinting and crust development. Its compatibility with typical bakery workflows makes it suitable for artisan and commercial bread proofing environments.

  • Dimensions: 7.5" diameter, standard round shape
  • Material: Willow natural wood
  • Weight: Light for easy handling, specific weight varies
  • Design: Imprint support, proof support, shape retention
  • Cleaning: Routine brushing and light surface cleaning recommended

What is a commercial proofing basket?

A commercial proofing basket is a specialized bakery tool used for shaping and fermenting dough during proofing stages. Made from durable materials such as willow, rattan, or plastic, these baskets support dough structure and provide surface imprinting for aesthetic crust patterns. Typically installed in bakery proofing stations, they facilitate consistent loaf size, shape, and surface texture, making them ideal for artisan and high-volume baking environments. The Matfer 118505 proofing basket is a reliable model optimized for mid-volume production, supporting fermentation and shaping needs in professional bakeries.

Top proofing baskets for artisan and commercial bakery foodservice settings

These commercial proofing baskets provide robust shaping and imprinting functions, manufactured for artisan and bakery workflows, with Matfer 118505 as a reliable option. Designed for moderate throughput, they support dough integrity and crust aesthetics during proofing processes, suitable for use in high-quality bakery operations and bread production facilities.

  • Operation type — ideal for small to mid-sized bakery workflows
  • Kitchen setting — suitable for commercial bakery environments
  • Foodservice category — crafted for artisan bread proofing supplies
  • Workload qualifier — supports moderate dough production volumes
  • Use case — optimal for shaping, fermentation, and crust development

Why Choose Matfer 118505?

Distinct from typical proofing baskets, the Matfer 118505 offers high-quality willow craftsmanship with a precise 7-1/2" diameter, optimized for professional baking environments. Its durable, flexible construction supports consistent loaf shaping and surface imprinting, enhancing bakery workflow efficiency. The natural willow surface simplifies cleaning and maintains shape fidelity over time, making it a preferred choice for artisan bakery operations seeking reliable proofing tools with long-term performance benefits.

  • Compact footprint tailored for small workspace bakery setups
  • Made from high-quality willow for durability and shape retention
  • Designed for consistent quality dough shaping and crust imprinting
  • Supports routine cleaning and handling in busy bakery environments
  • Suitable for artisan and commercial bread proofing applications

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Matfer 118505 Banneton Proofing Basket 7-1/2" Dia. Round
Matfer Bourgeat

Matfer 118505 7-1/2 Inch Diameter Round Proofing Basket Willow

$40.50 $54.00

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