Lido Electric Chafer: Why Removable Water Pan Matters?

In busy hotel buffets, catering operations and banquet halls, maintaining consistent food temperature while ensuring staff safety and operational efficiency is essential. The SUNNEX Lido Series Electric Chafer introduces a practical design improvement that addresses a common pain point in buffet service: a removable water pan that makes refilling, cleaning and maintenance faster, safer and more convenient.

Traditional electric chafers use a fixed water basin to transfer heat to food pans. During service, staff must monitor water levels and refill as needed, but fixed basins make this task cumbersome and risky. Refilling often requires carefully pouring hot water into a narrow opening while the unit is still in operation, creating burn hazards from steam and splashes. After service, draining and cleaning a fixed basin is time-consuming and exposes staff to additional safety risks.

Additionally, fixed water pans make it difficult to thoroughly clean and inspect the heating area. Over time, limescale buildup, food residue and corrosion can accumulate, reducing heating efficiency and shortening the lifespan of the chafer.

The removable water pan design delivers measurable benefits in high-volume foodservice environments:

• Improved Staff Safety – Reducing exposure to hot water and steam lowers the risk of workplace injuries, particularly during busy service periods when staff are moving quickly between tasks.

• Faster Turnaround Between Services – Separate cleaning of the water pan speeds up post-service breakdown and setup for the next shift, helping kitchens maintain tight schedules.

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