The Chicago Metallic 97052 BĀKALON Sicilian Style Pizza Pan 18" x 18" x 2" Flared Sides is a commercial-grade baking tool designed specifically for high-volume pizza production environments. Crafted from 14-gauge hardcoat anodized aluminum, this pizza pan features welded corners and a hemmed edge, ensuring structural integrity and durability under consistent use. Its precise dimensions of 18 inches by 18 inches with 2-inch flared sides facilitate uniform baking of large Sicilian-style pizzas, providing even heat distribution. This pan is optimized for professional pizzerias, restaurants, and bakery operations seeking reliable, long-lasting bakeware with pre-seasoned surface for immediate use and easy hand washing. The technical build makes it an essential tool for high-efficiency pizza production, accommodating commercial workflows with consistent results.
Top Chicago Metallic 97052 Features
The Chicago Metallic 97052 Sicilian Style Pizza Pan offers exceptional durability with its 14 gauge aluminum construction, alongside welded corners for longevity. Its flared sides streamline product release and handling, while hemmed edges maximize safety and ease of cleaning. Designed for high-volume baking, it ensures even heat conductivity across the 18" x 18" surface, supporting consistent, restaurant-quality results. The pan’s pre-seasoned surface enhances non-stick performance, simplifying maintenance in busy commercial kitchens and bakery settings.
- High-density aluminum construction ensures even baking
- Welded corners provide enhanced durability for busy operations
- Flared sides facilitate quick product release and handling
- Hemmed edge adds safety and simplifies cleaning
- Pre-seasoned aluminum surface offers ready-to-use convenience
Ideal for large-scale pizza manufacturing and high-volume baking environments.
Chicago Metallic 97052 Technical Specs
The Chicago Metallic 97052 Sicilian Style Pizza Pan measures 18 inches wide by 18 inches deep with a height of 2 inches, constructed from durable 14 gauge aluminum designed for commercial foodservice. It weighs approximately 36 lbs, providing a sturdy platform for consistent baking performance. The pan operates in standard kitchen environments without electrical requirements but benefits from proper airflow and clearance around perimeter for optimal heat distribution. It features a heat operating range suitable for typical baking temperatures and is suitable for hand washing only to maintain its seasoned surface. This pan is built for heavy-duty, repeated use in high-output bakery or pizzeria workflows, supporting efficient product turnaround and uniform results.
- Dimensions: 18" width x 18" depth x 2" height
- Material: 14 gauge anodized aluminum
- Weight: 36 lbs of bakeware
- Operating Temperature: Up to typical baking temperatures
- Construction & Finish: Aluminum, pre-seasoned, hemmed edge
- Cleaning & Maintenance: Hand wash only with routine cleaning
- Usage Compatibility: Suitable for commercial oven baking, supporting consistent heat transfer
What is a commercial pizza pan?
A commercial pizza pan is a heavy-duty baking vessel designed for high-volume pizza production, typically crafted from durable metals like aluminum or steel to withstand frequent use in busy foodservice settings. Specifically, the Chicago Metallic 97052 BĀKALON Sicilian Style Pizza Pan is an 18-inch by 18-inch aluminum baking tray with 2-inch flared sides, used in professional kitchens for baking large Sicilian-style pizzas. Installed in pizzerias and bakery operations, it delivers uniform baking, ease of handling, and a non-stick surface suited for bakery-grade, restaurant-ready procedures. Its construction supports premium heat conduction and longevity, making it an integral part of efficient commercial pizza workflows.
Top commercial pizza pans for high-volume bakery and pizzeria operations
Built with sturdy 14 gauge aluminum, the Chicago Metallic 97052 ensures consistent baking performance in medium-volume restaurant environments. Its robust construction supports efficient workflow, making it ideal for bakery and pizzeria settings focused on large batch production. This pizza pan is designed for professional use, supporting reliable, high-quality results with every bake.
- Medium-volume bakery operations for efficient batch baking
- Compact commercial spaces requiring reliable bakeware performance
- Commercial pizza kitchens seeking durable aluminum pans
- Moderate throughput workflows with consistent heat transfer
- High-volume restaurant kitchens focused on product presentation
Why Choose Chicago Metallic 97052 Sicilian Style Pizza Pan
Choosing the Chicago Metallic 97052 BĀKALON Sicilian Style Pizza Pan ensures a resilient, high-performance baking solution constructed from premium 14 gauge anodized aluminum with welded corners for durability. Its design facilitates even heat distribution and easy handling, improving workflow efficiency and product consistency. This pan’s pre-seasoned surface delivers immediate non-stick performance, reducing cleanup time in demanding commercial environments, while its structural strength extends lifespan under high-volume usage, making it superior to standard pans with similar dimensions and features.
- Manufactured with heavy-duty anodized aluminum for long-term durability
- Welded corners prevent deformation under intense use
- Optimal heat conduction supports uniform baking outcomes
- Pre-seasoned surface enhances non-stick performance and cleaning
- Designed with flared sides for quick product removal
