The Crestware PAN2 Sauce Pan is a commercial-grade foodservice utensil designed for precise cooking applications in professional kitchens. This 2-1/2 quart capacity sauce pan features a durable, heavy gauge brushed 3003 aluminum construction, ensuring uniform heat distribution and longevity under frequent use. With a diameter of 7-7/8 inches and a riveted chrome plated steel handle, it provides ergonomic handling and maintenance ease, making it suitable for high-volume culinary tasks such as simmering, sauce preparation, and reduction processes in restaurant or institutional settings.
Top Crestware PAN2 Features
The Crestware PAN2 sauce pan offers a 2-1/2 quart capacity with a 7-7/8" diameter, constructed from heavy gauge aluminum for superior heat conduction. Its riveted stainless steel handle enhances durability and simplifies cleaning, while NSF approval confirms compliance with commercial sanitation standards. Designed for uniform heat transfer and heavy use, this pan fits seamlessly into high-functionality professional kitchen workflows, ideal for precise sauce and ingredient heating with consistent results.
- Capacity: 2-1/2 quart volume suitable for moderate batch cooking
- Material: Heavy gauge brushed 3003 aluminum for durability and heat conduction
- Handle: Riveted, chrome plated steel for strength and safety
- Design: Tapered style facilitates precise portioning and pouring
- Ease of Maintenance: Aluminum surface simplifies cleaning and sanitation routines
Ideal for food prep, sauce making, or small batch cooking in commercial kitchens requiring reliable, high-performance cookware.
Crestware PAN2 Technical Specs
The Crestware PAN2 sauce pan is constructed from heavy gauge aluminum with a 7-7/8-inch diameter and a 2-1/2 quart capacity, optimized for intensive use in professional kitchens. It operates with a riveted chrome steel handle that provides ergonomic stability and durability. This model is NSF certified for sanitation compliance, and weighs approximately 1.67 lbs, suitable for versatile cooking environments. It features a tapered style for easy pouring and cleaning, with an operating temperature tolerance suitable for standard stovetop applications. Maintenance involves routine hand cleaning with non-abrasive materials. The pan’s lightweight construction ensures maneuverability without sacrificing durability, making it a practical addition to commercial culinary operations.
- Material: Aluminum with a brushed finish enhances heat transfer and lifespan
- Dimensions: 7-7/8 inches in diameter with a capacity of 2-1/2 quarts
- Handle configuration: Riveted chrome plated steel for secure grip
- Weight: 1.67 lbs for easy handling during busy service
- Temperature Range: Suitable for standard stovetop heating
- Cleaning: Hand wash recommended; compatible with routine sanitizing protocols
- Electrical Compatibility: Not applicable for this cookware
- Installation: Compatible with standard stovetops and open flame sources
- Drainage/Drainage: Tapered design allows for efficient pouring and cleanup
- Usage Environment: Designed for restaurant, catering, or institutional kitchens
- Maintenance: Durable aluminum surface supports regular cleaning and sanitation
What is a commercial sauce pan?
A commercial sauce pan is a high-capacity cooking vessel engineered for professional foodservice settings to facilitate precise heating and preparation of sauces, gravies, and simmered ingredients. Typically constructed from durable materials such as aluminum or stainless steel, these pans feature ergonomic handles and uniform heat distribution to withstand the demands of high-volume culinary operations. The Crestware PAN2 sauce pan, with its 2-1/2 quart capacity and heavy gauge aluminum body, exemplifies this category, making it suitable for applications in restaurants, catering, and institutional kitchens where reliable, consistent performance is essential for sauce preparation and small batch cooking, especially in mid-volume service environments.
Top Commercial Sauce Pans for Foodservice Operations
Designed for consistent performance, the Crestware PAN2 offers durability, precise heat conduction, and ergonomic handling, making it ideal for moderate workload kitchens like cafes, caterers, and school cafeterias, focusing on reliable sauce and ingredient preparation in medium-volume foodservice settings. Crestware PAN2's robust aluminum construction and API-grade handle ensure long-term use and easy workflow integration for professional cooks and kitchen staff.
- OperationType — moderate-volume food prep environments
- KitchenType — compact commercial kitchens and catering services
- FoodserviceCategory — sauce and small batch cooking
- WorkloadQualifier — moderate throughput with consistent results
- UseCase — precise sauce heating and reduction tasks
Why Choose Crestware PAN2
The Crestware PAN2 distinguishes itself through its heavy gauge aluminum construction, valued for superior heat distribution and durability in demanding commercial kitchens. Its tapered design and riveted steel handle provide functional advantages over competitors, while NSF certification ensures sanitation compliance. This pan’s reliable performance supports efficient workflow and consistent cooking results for professional culinary operations.
- Compact footprint suits small to medium kitchen stations
- Heavy gauge aluminum body for even heat transfer
- Riveted steel handle adds durability and safety
- Without cover, simplifies cleaning and handling
- Ideal for precise sauce and ingredient preparation
