The Cres Cor EB96 Banquet Cabinet Mobile Insulated is a commercial-grade heated cabinet designed for foodservice environments requiring precise temperature control and high-capacity plate storage. Constructed from durable stainless steel with ENERGY STAR® efficiency, this mobile insulated cabinet features a bottom-mount electric heater assembly and thermostatic controls to ensure consistent warmth. It accommodates up to 96 covered plates (11"), 64 plates (12"), or 48 plates (13"), making it suitable for banquet halls, catering operations, and large-scale catering services, facilitating effective meal presentation and holding with minimal temperature fluctuation.
Top Cres Cor EB96 Features
The Cres Cor EB96 banquet cabinet is engineered for reliable food holding and staging, featuring a stainless steel construction with a bottom-mount heater assembly for even heat distribution. Its four shelves provide extensive capacity and versatility for standard plate sizes, while integrated thermostatic controls allow precise temperature regulation. The unit's mobile design includes heavy-duty casters for ease of repositioning in busy kitchens or event spaces, supporting moderate workload throughput and seamless workflow integration.
- Capacity: Holds up to 96 covered plates (11") or 64 (12") plates
- Durability: Made from stainless steel for longevity and corrosion resistance
- Ease of Maintenance: Equipped with magnetic grease board for quick surface cleaning
- Mobility: Includes four 6" heavy-duty casters—2 fixed and 2 braked swivel
- Performance: Thermostatic controls ensure precise temperature regulation
Ideal for large-scale catering, banquet halls, and food staging applications requiring efficient meal service.
EB96 Technical Specs
The Cres Cor EB96 heated banquet cabinet is configured for electric operation with a voltage requirement of 120V, 60Hz, single-phase, drawing approximately 11 amps and consuming around 1.3 kWh per hour. It features a self-contained stainless steel construction with an ENERGY STAR®-qualified insulation system optimized for energy efficiency. The unit measures 28.63" wide, 40.13" deep, and 68.31" to 72" high, with a shipping weight of 320 lbs. It employs a bottom-mount heater assembly with thermostatic controls for regulated heat output, suitable for indoor installation in commercial kitchens and event venues. The cabinet maintains safe operating temperatures while resisting heat up to maximum safe temperatures, with easy-to-clean surfaces and magnetic grease boards included for sanitation and maintenance convenience.
- Electrical Requirements: 120V, 60Hz, single-phase, 11A, 1.3kWh
- Construction & Finish: Stainless steel exterior and interior for durability and sanitation
- Dimensions: 28.63" W x 40.13" D x 68.31"–72" H
- Temperature Range: Operates within standard food holding temperature parameters
- Food Safety: Stainless steel surfaces cleanable with standard protocols, NSF-compliant materials
- Mobility & Installation: Four 6" casters (2 fixed, 2 swiveling with brakes), requires clearance for airflow and movement
What is a commercial banquet heated cabinet
A commercial banquet heated cabinet is a food service appliance designed to maintain prepared dishes at safe serving temperatures over extended periods. The Cres Cor EB96 model, as part of the Cres Cor Food Holding and Warming Equipment line, features stainless steel construction, multiple plate capacity, and bottom-mounted electric heating for consistent warmth. Typically installed in banquet halls, catering operations, or large-volume kitchens, this unit supports moderate workloads by effectively holding food for hours, ensuring quality presentation and service readiness.
Top banquet heated cabinets for large-volume foodservice operations
Designed for efficient food holding in large-volume catering and banquet service, Cres Cor EB96 delivers durable stainless steel construction, precise thermostatic control, and mobile functionality with heavy-duty casters. It supports moderate throughput in commercial kitchens and event venues, ensuring consistent warmth for sizable plate loads. Cres Cor EB96 is ideal for banquet halls requiring versatile and reliable food staging.
- Operation type — large-scale banquet and catering kitchens
- Kitchen setting — commercial event venues and large catering facilities
- Foodservice category — banquet and meal staging equipment
- Workload qualifier — moderate throughput food holding
- Use case — efficient meal presentation and temporary food staging
Why Choose Cres Cor EB96 Banquet Cabinet Mobile Insulated?
The Cres Cor EB96 stands out with its robust stainless steel build, energy-efficient insulation, and precise thermostatic controls, ensuring reliable performance during prolonged food holding periods. Its mobile design with heavy-duty casters and extensive plate capacity supports efficient workflow in busy catering and banquet settings, providing a dependable and sanitation-friendly solution that exceeds standard industry expectations.
- Self-contained, food-safe stainless steel construction for durability
- Equipped with magnetic grease board for quick sanitation
- Bottom-mount heater assembly ensures even heat distribution
- Designed for high-capacity plate storage and moderate throughput
- Compact footprint with four heavy-duty casters for mobility