The Chicago Metallic 97024 BĀKALON Sicilian Style Pizza Pan 12" X 8" X 2" Flared Sides is a commercial-grade bakery utensil designed specifically for high-volume pizza preparation in professional kitchens. Crafted from 14-gauge anodized aluminum, this pizza pan provides excellent heat conduction and durability, making it ideal for fast-paced pizzerias, cafeterias, and catering operations. Its precise dimensions and flared sides facilitate consistent crust formation, while welded corners and a hemmed edge enhance structural integrity and ease of handling. A pre-seasoned surface ensures optimal non-stick properties and uniform baking performance, supporting a seamless workflow in foodservice environments requiring reliable, reusable bakeware.
Top Chicago Metallic 97024 Features
The Chicago Metallic 97024 pizza pan offers professional-grade construction with welded corners and a hemmed edge for long-term durability and safety. Its 14 gauge hardcoat anodized aluminum ensures rapid heat distribution, promoting even baking. Designed with flared sides for easy removal and handling, this pan simplifies workflow in busy kitchens. Its pre-seasoned surface requires hand washing but provides excellent non-stick performance for consistent, high-quality results in commercial pizza operations.
- Functionality: Designed for consistent, even baking of Sicilian-style pizzas
- Durability traits: Constructed from 14 gauge anodized aluminum for longevity
- Ease of maintenance: Pre-seasoned surface simplifies cleaning, hand wash only
- Real-world use case: Suitable for high-volume pizza production in commercial kitchens
- Workflow benefit: Flared sides enable quick pizza removal and handling during service
Ideal for professional pizzerias and catering kitchens requiring robust, uniform bakeware.
Chicago Metallic 97024 Technical Specs
The Chicago Metallic 97024 pizza pan features a 12" width, 8" depth, and 2" height, crafted from 14-gauge aluminum with a weight of approximately 14.4 lbs. Its construction ensures excellent thermal conductivity and a durable, anodized finish that maintains heat integrity during high-volume baking. The product is intended for hand wash only to preserve its pre-seasoned surface, with dimensions optimized for efficient use in restaurant-grade pizza preparation stations. The pan's corrosion-resistant, anodized aluminum construction withstands frequent commercial use, making it suitable for operations requiring consistent quality and performance.
- Dimensions: 12" width x 8" depth x 2" height
- Construction: Aluminum, 14 gauge anodized for durability
- Weight: 14.4 lbs (product only)
- Temperature range: Suitable for standard baking temperatures in commercial ovens
- Finish: Pre-seasoned, anodized exterior for non-stick baking
- Cleaning method: Hand wash only to maintain surface quality
- Electrical Requirements: Not applicable
- Refrigeration Compatibility: Not applicable
- Material Safety: Food-grade aluminum with durable anodized surface
- Installation Needs: Compatible with standard commercial oven racks
- Operational Tolerance: Max temperature compatible with commercial baking environments
What is a commercial pizza pan?
A commercial pizza pan is a professional baking vessel designed specifically for high-volume pizza production in foodservice settings. Made from durable materials such as anodized aluminum, it features precise dimensions and structural enhancements like welded corners and flared sides for easy handling and consistent baking. The Chicago Metallic 97024 BĀKALON Sicilian Style Pizza Pan provides a 12" x 8" footprint with a 2" height, optimized for restaurant kitchens and catering operations that require reliable, uniform heat transfer and easy clean-up for repeated use in bustling environments.
Top Pizza Pans for High-Volume Foodservice Settings
Designed for moderate throughput, the Chicago Metallic 97024 pizza pan delivers consistent baking performance in professional kitchens. Built with heat-conductive anodized aluminum, it is suited for busy pizzerias, cafeteria lines, and catering operations requiring dependable, large-scale bakeware. Chicago Metallic 97024 combines durability with precise dimensions, supporting efficient workflow and high-quality kitchen output.
- Operation Type — high-volume pizza preparation in commercial kitchens
- Kitchen Setting — bustling pizzerias and institutional foodservice environments
- Foodservice Category — pizza bakeware for consistent crust development
- Workload Qualifier — moderate throughput, frequent use
- Use Case — efficient high-volume pizza baking with uniform results
Why Choose Chicago Metallic 97024?
The Chicago Metallic 97024 pizza pan stands out with its robust 14 gauge anodized aluminum construction and professional features like welded corners and a hemmed edge for enhanced durability. Its pre-seasoned surface supports high-performance baking, while the flared sides facilitate quick pizza removal, streamlining kitchen operations. This model offers a reliable, restaurant-ready solution tailored for demanding foodservice environments that demand consistent quality and longevity compared to standard pans.
- Built with 14 gauge anodized aluminum for enhanced durability
- Flared sides for easy handling and serving efficiency
- Pre-seasoned surface ensures consistent non-stick performance
- Welded corners and hemmed edge for structural integrity
- Designed for high-volume commercial pizza baking operations
