The Montague Company CM60-HB Legend™ Cheesemelter is a professional-grade gas-powered cooking appliance designed for efficient high-volume foodservice operations. This 60-inch range mount cheesemelter features infrared Rapid Start burners delivering 52,000 BTU of heat, ensuring rapid and even melting of cheese and toppings. Constructed with a stainless steel front, sides, top, and bottom, it offers exceptional durability and ease of maintenance, suitable for busy commercial kitchens such as pizzerias, delis, and cafeteria lines. Its high back facilitates secure mounting, while the included nickel-finish rack with three adjustable positions enhances workflow versatility. The unit’s robust build, combined with precise temperature control, makes it a reliable solution for high-demand environments requiring consistent performance and fast service.
Top Montague Company CM60-HB Features
The Montague Company CM60-HB Legend Cheesemelter combines infrared rapid start burners with stainless steel construction, offering quick heat response and long-term durability. Its range mount design integrates seamlessly into busy kitchen stations, with adjustable rack positions for versatile food presentation. Designed for moderate to high workloads, it supports efficient cheese melting and topping browning, making it ideal for commercial foodservice environments needing reliable, high-performance equipment.
- Infrared Rapid Start burners: Ensure fast heat onset for high-efficiency melting
- Heavy-duty stainless steel construction: Provides corrosion resistance and longevity in commercial use
- Range mount installation: Facilitates easy integration into existing cooking lines
- Stainless steel exterior with nickel rack: Combines durability with ease of cleaning
- 3 rack positions: Allows adjustable cooking heights for various food items
Designed for commercial kitchens needing fast, reliable cheese melting and topping preparation.
Montague Company CM60-HB Technical Specs
The Montague Company CM60-HB Legend Cheesemelter operates on natural gas, with a model number of CM60-HB. It has a width of 60 inches, depth of 18 inches, and stands 20.75 inches high. The unit weighs approximately 410 pounds, with stainless steel front, sides, top, and bottom ensuring strength and sanitation. Its infrared burners provide 52,000 BTU of heat output, with the capacity to withstand standard commercial kitchen temperature ranges. The cheesemelter is equipped with three rack positions, a high back for mounting stability, and is certified with CSA Star and CSA Flame. It features a self-contained gas system, requiring proper clearance for ventilation, and is designed for ease of cleaning and maintenance with durable materials resistant to kitchen wear. Dimensions and weight are optimized for installation in medium to large commercial foodprep areas, supporting high throughput for cheese melting applications.
- Electrical Requirements: Not applicable (gas operation)
- Cooling Method: Not applicable
- Refrigeration Type: None
- Production Capacity: Supports high-volume melting at 52,000 BTU/hr
- Construction & Finish: All stainless steel exterior with nickel finish rack
- Temperature Resistance: Designed for operating ranges typical in commercial kitchens
- Dimensions: 60" W x 18" D x 20.75" H
- Weight: 410 lbs
- Technology & Features: Infrared rapid start burners, adjustable rack positions, high back for mounting
- Cleaning & Maintenance: Easy clean stainless steel surfaces, disassembly of rack
- Usage Compatibility: Gas-fired for high heat output, compatible with standard commercial ventilation
- Installation Requirements: Adequate clearance for gas supply and ventilation, stable mounting surface
What is a commercial cheesemelter
A commercial cheesemelter is a cooking appliance designed for high-volume cheese melting and topping applications in professional kitchens. Typically gas-powered with infrared heat sources, these units provide rapid, even heat transfer for consistent results. Installed in stations such as pizza prep lines, cafeterias, or delis, a cheesemelter like the Montague Company CM60-HB is used for completing dishes quickly, supporting efficient workflow in medium- to large-scale foodservice environments, and ensuring optimal cheese presentation and browning.
Top Cheesemelters for Commercial Foodservice Settings
Top commercial cheesemelters focus on reliable infrared heat, durable stainless steel construction, and versatile mounting options. The Montague Company CM60-HB Legend combines high BTU output with precise rack adjustments for versatile service, making it suitable for moderate throughput kitchens requiring dependable cheese melting capabilities. Its robust build supports consistent performance in busy foodservice operations.
- Operation Type — medium-volume pizza and deli stations
- Kitchen Type — large cafes and cafeteria lines
- Foodservice Category — cheese melting and topping units
- Workload Qualification — moderate to high throughput
- Use Case — efficient cheese browning in busy kitchens
Why Choose Montague Company CM60-HB?
Owned by Montague Company, the CM60-HB Legend Cheesemelter offers superior durability with all stainless steel construction and infrared rapid start burners for fast heat response. Its heavy-duty design, adjustable rack system, and high BTU output streamline workflow, reduce operational downtime, and deliver consistent cheese melting performance unlike standard models. Its robust, commercial-grade features ensure long-term reliability and safety in demanding environments.
- Self-contained gas system supports straightforward installation
- Heavy-duty stainless steel build resists corrosion and daily wear
- Infrared rapid start burners enable quick heat-up times
- Range mount design simplifies integration into existing kitchen layouts
- Three-position rack system enhances operational flexibility