The 1880 Hospitality 1018973 Tomlinson® Industries Cedar Wood Planks serve as specialized culinary tools designed for cooking over open flames. These 1/4" thick, 5-1/4" wide, and 8" long cedar wood planks are crafted to facilitate flavor infusion and presentation in commercial grilling and smoking applications. Manufactured by Tomlinson® Industries and distributed under the 1880 Hospitality brand, these wood planks are optimized for use in foodservice environments requiring controlled, consistent heat transfer and aromatic enhancement. Their precise dimensions and durable cedar material make them ideal for professional kitchens, especially in settings where open-flame grilling techniques are employed to impart distinctive smoky flavors to dishes.
Top 1880 Hospitality 1018973 Features
Designed for commercial grilling and open flame cooking, these cedar wood planks enhance flavor and presentation with reliable durability. Constructed from high-quality cedar, the planks withstand direct heat exposure, allowing consistent performance. Their manageable size simplifies handling, cleaning, and storage, fitting seamlessly into professional kitchen workflows. Suitable for direct flame grilling and smoking, they support efficient flavor infusion during the cooking process, making them essential for premium food presentation in foodservice settings.
- Functionality: Supports controlled open flame cooking and flavor infusion
- Durability traits: Crafted from high-grade cedar resistant to heat cracking
- Ease-of-use: Sized for straightforward handling, cleaning, and storage
- Real-world use case: Ideal for chef-led grilling and smoke infusions on open flames
- Workflow benefit: Enhances flavor with minimal prep, fitting well into high-volume cooking operations
Best suited for professional kitchens requiring consistent flavor enhancement over open flames.
1880 Hospitality 1018973 Technical Specs
The cedar wood planks from 1880 Hospitality are designed for durability and ease of operation in commercial settings. Measuring 1/4" in thickness, 5-1/4" in width, and 8" in length, they are constructed from high-quality cedar selected for heat resistance and flavor infusion. These planks do not require electrical components, operating purely through direct contact with open flames or heat sources. They are compatible with standard grilling setups and can endure typical operating temperatures for wood-based grilling. Their dimensions accommodate multiple servings, supporting moderate to high throughput in foodservice operations. The cedar surface resists cracking and warping when properly maintained, and cleaning involves standard wood care routines. Their bright finish facilitates quick inspection and sanitation routines, with no special coatings or antimicrobial treatments specified. The planks' weight and size optimize storage and handling in busy kitchens, ensuring reliable service for open-flame cooking applications.
- Dimensions: 1/4" thickness, 5-1/4" width, 8" length
- Material: Cedar wood selected for heat resistance and flavor infusion
- Construction: Designed for direct contact with open flames and high heat
- Temperature Tolerance: Safe for use across typical grilling temperatures
- Cleaning: Routine cleaning with wood-safe sanitizers and dry storage
- Storage: Compact size allows organized stacking and storage in commercial kitchens
What is a commercial wood grilling plank?
A commercial wood grilling plank is a specialized culinary component crafted from high-quality cedar or other flavor-enhancing woods, used to support cooking over open flames or direct heat sources. These planks, including the 1880 Hospitality 1018973 Tomlinson® Industries Cedar Wood Planks, facilitate the infusion of smoky flavors and improve presentation of grilled dishes. Designed for installation in professional kitchens, these planks are used for grilling, smoking, and flavoring food items such as seafood, poultry, and vegetables. Their durable construction withstands high temperatures, supporting consistent execution during mid-volume restaurant service or food processing operations, making them an essential element in wood-based grilling techniques.
Top commercial wood grilling planks for foodservice environments
Built with premium cedar material, these planks deliver reliable flavor enhancement and are ideal for open-flame culinary techniques in professional kitchens. The 1880 Hospitality 1018973 model is designed for moderate throughput operations and supports flavor infusion during grilling. Perfect for foodservice settings requiring consistent, high-quality presentation, these wood planks efficiently integrate into open-flame workflows to elevate dish quality without complex handling.
- Operation Type — suitable for small to medium commercial kitchens
- Kitchen Setting — optimized for open-flame grilling stations
- Foodservice Category — ideal for seafood, poultry, and vegetable dishes
- Workload Qualification — supports moderate throughput during peak service
- Use Case — enhances flavor and presentation during open flame grilling
Why Choose 1880 Hospitality 1018973?
Compared to other cedar wood planks, the 1880 Hospitality 1018973 model offers superior material quality and precise dimensions tailored for commercial grilling. Its heat-resistant cedar construction ensures durability through repeated use, while its size supports consistent portioning and ease of handling. Engineered for restaurant-ready performance, it integrates seamlessly into open-flame workflows, offering reliable flavor infusion and presentation enhancement without compromise on safety or sanitation standards.
- Compact footprint optimizes storage in busy kitchens
- Durable cedar withstands high-temperature cooking cycles
- Designed for straightforward handling and cleaning
- Perfect fit for professional open-flame grilling setups
- Supports flavor infusion in mid-volume foodservice applications
