Hobart Ecomax Twin Tank Gas Fryer HEFRG77A

The Hobart Ecomax HEFRG77A is a twin-tank floor-standing gas fryer built for continuous commercial frying. With two independent 14-litre oil wells, each running on its own gas burner assembly, it allows operators to run different oils or different products simultaneously — or to keep one tank in service while the other is being filtered or cleaned. The stainless steel construction throughout is appropriate for the demands of a professional kitchen environment.

In a busy service environment, twin-tank fryers earn their place by maintaining throughput when a single tank would create a bottleneck. Each well operates independently, so a drop in one tank's temperature during a heavy batch doesn't affect the other. Recovery between batches is handled by the dedicated burner on each tank, keeping wait times short during peak service. At just under a metre wide, the unit occupies a meaningful footprint, so it is worth confirming that the installation space can accommodate both the fryer and the required clearances around it.

Key operational advantages include:

• Dual independent tanks for running different products or oils at the same time
• Continuous service capability — one tank can remain live while the other is maintained
• Stainless steel construction for durability and ease of cleaning
• Gas operation suited to kitchens where gas is the preferred or primary energy source
• Supplied with baskets and lids as standard, ready for service from installation

Installation requires a gas supply of appropriate pressure and flow rate for the combined burner demand — this should be assessed by a Gas Safe registered engineer before installation. The unit weighs 97kg, so positioning and any kitchen modifications should be planned ahead. Adequate ventilation above the fryer is essential; most commercial installations will require a canopy extraction system positioned to capture frying vapours effectively. Ensure the floor can support the loaded weight and that there is sufficient access to both drain valves for routine oil management.

This fryer is well suited to mid- to high-volume operations such as fish and chip shops, pub kitchens, hotel restaurants, and contract catering environments where consistent frying output across a full service is essential. It is a practical choice where a single-tank fryer would be insufficient but where the site has the gas infrastructure and ventilation to support a unit of this size. For operations with even greater throughput requirements, or where multiple frying stations are needed, a larger or multi-fryer configuration may be worth considering.

If you would like to talk through whether this fryer suits your service volumes and kitchen setup, the team is happy to help you work through the options.