The Chicago Metallic 49160 BĀKALON Thin Crust Pizza Pan is a professional-grade pizza baking vessel designed for commercial culinary applications. This 16-inch diameter pan features a 3/8-inch deep tapered solid aluminum construction, providing optimal heat conduction and consistent crust texture. Manufactured in the USA with global materials, this pan is engineered with 14 gauge hardcoat anodized aluminum for durability and corrosion resistance, making it suitable for high-frequency use in pizzerias, bakeries, and foodservice establishments focused on thin crust pizza preparation. Its precise dimensions and material composition facilitate even baking and ease of cleanup, essential for efficient production workflows in commercial kitchens.
Top Chicago Metallic 49160 Features
The Chicago Metallic 49160 BĀKALON Thin Crust Pizza Pan offers professional durability with 14 gauge anodized aluminum, ensuring even heat distribution. Its tapered design allows for easy nesting and storage, while the solid construction optimizes crust crispness during baking. Designed for high-volume operations, it withstands frequent handling and cleaning, requiring only hand washing for maintenance. Its precise 16-inch diameter fits standard commercial oven racks, making it ideal for quick service pizza production, and enhances workflow efficiency in busy foodservice environments.
- Functionality: Facilitates consistent thin crust baking with even heat transfer
- Durability traits: Constructed from 14 gauge anodized aluminum for long-term use
- Ease of maintenance: Hand wash only for corrosion resistance and quick cleanup
- Workflow integration: Compatible with standard commercial ovens, nests for storage
- Application use: Perfect for bakery and pizzeria use in high-volume settings
Designed for professional pizza production, this pan is essential for commercial operations requiring durable, high-performance bakeware.
Chicago Metallic 49160 Technical Specs
The Chicago Metallic 49160 BĀKALON Thin Crust Pizza Pan features a solid, tapered design fabricated from 14 gauge anodized aluminum, measuring 16.12 inches in width, 3/8 inches in height, and weighing approximately 10.2 pounds. Its construction provides an operating temperature range suitable for standard baking applications, with maximum safe temperatures typically aligning with commercial oven capabilities. The pan’s food-safe anodized finish ensures resistance to corrosion and ease of cleaning, requiring hand washing for maintenance. It is compatible with basic sheet rack setups and optimized for high-volume pizza production in commercial kitchens. This model complies with industry standards for durability and performance, offering straightforward handling and nesting for efficient storage.
- Dimensions: 16.12" diameter x 0.37" height
- Material: 14 gauge anodized aluminum
- Weight: 10.2 lbs
- Construction: Solid, tapered design for nesting and storage
- Cleaning: Hand wash only, corrosion-resistant finish
- Temperature Range: Suitable for standard baking temperatures in commercial ovens
What is a commercial pizza pan?
A commercial pizza pan is a durable, professional-grade baking vessel designed for high-volume pizza production. The Chicago Metallic 49160 BĀKALON Thin Crust Pizza Pan is a 16-inch round, solid aluminum pan with a 3/8-inch depth, ideal for creating crispy, thin crust pizzas in busy foodservice environments. Installed in pizzerias, bakeries, or catering kitchens, this pan ensures uniform heat distribution for consistent baking results. Its anodized surface resists corrosion and facilitates cleaning, making it suitable for frequent commercial use and precise workflow management.
Top Thin Crust Pizza Pan for Commercial Foodservice Settings
This professional-grade pizza pan offers rugged durability and precise heat conduction, making it ideal for high-volume bakery and pizzeria operations requiring consistent thin crust results. Chicago Metallic 49160 ensures reliable performance in busy restaurant kitchens, supporting efficient production workflows with its corrosion-resistant anodized aluminum construction.
- Operation Type — e.g., pizzeria kitchens with continuous baking needs
- Kitchen Type — e.g., compact commercial spaces in foodservice
- Foodservice Category — e.g., pizzerias and bakery production lines
- Workload Qualifier — e.g., moderate throughput in high-volume operations
- Use Case — e.g., consistent thin crust pizza baking in busy outlets
Why Choose Chicago Metallic 49160?
The Chicago Metallic 49160 BĀKALON Thin Crust Pizza Pan stands out through its robust 14 gauge anodized aluminum construction, ensuring enhanced durability and even heat transfer compared to thinner or coated alternatives. Its tapered design simplifies nesting and storage, optimizing workspace efficiency. Built for frequent handling in commercial environments, this pan’s solid construction minimizes warping and corrosion, supporting consistent product quality and sanitation standards, making it a reliable choice for professional pizza baking operations.
- Self-contained design with durable anodized aluminum construction
- Optimized for consistent, even heat distribution during baking
- Compact nesting for efficient kitchen storage
- Long-lasting performance in demanding commercial environments
- Made in the USA with global materials for quality assurance
