{"title":"Buffalo Retractable Dome","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"buffalo-retractable-dome-heat-shade-pale-gold-finish","title":"Buffalo Retractable Dome Heat Lamp Shade Pale Gold Finish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Buffalo Retractable Dome Heat Shade is a front-of-house heat lamp designed to keep plated dishes at the correct serving temperature between kitchen pass and table. The pale gold finish gives it a more considered appearance than standard stainless or chrome options, making it a practical choice where presentation matters alongside function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe retractable cord allows the dome to be raised and lowered to suit different plate heights, service rhythms, and pass configurations — a useful practical feature during service when speed and consistency matter. The steel construction is robust enough for a busy front-of-house environment without being unnecessarily heavy to handle or reposition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey operational advantages include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetractable cord allows height adjustment to suit plates and dishes of varying depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePale gold finish suits front-of-house environments where appearance is considered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel build offers durability without adding unnecessary bulk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact and easy to position at servery, pass, or buffet station\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward — the unit is designed to suspend from a ceiling or overhead structure and connects to a standard mains supply. The cord length is adjustable within a practical range, which covers most pass and servery heights. It is worth confirming the overhead fixing point is suitably rated before installation, particularly in listed buildings or modular kitchen structures where ceiling access can be restricted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis shade is well suited to restaurants, hotel dining rooms, private members clubs, and similar front-of-house environments where heat retention and visual presentation are both important. For high-volume operations requiring multiple lamps across an extended pass, it is worth considering how many units your service flow genuinely requires before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure whether this model suits your pass layout or service style, we are happy to talk it through.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833931026749,"sku":"DY462","price":79.86,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/06548c508bbdb07d0de95dbfc9fa6e64.jpg?v=1692696822"},{"product_id":"buffalo-retractable-dome-heat-shade-copper-finish","title":"Buffalo Retractable Dome Heat Lamp – Copper Finish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Buffalo Retractable Dome Heat Lamp is a 250W overhead heat shade designed for front-of-house use, finished in copper-effect steel. The retractable cord allows the dome to be raised or lowered to suit the height of the pass or serving station, giving kitchen and floor staff straightforward control over heat coverage without any tools or adjustment hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn service, this type of heat lamp is commonly used to hold plated dishes at temperature between the kitchen pass and table service — particularly on carvery stations, buffet counters, and open kitchen setups where presentation matters as much as function. The copper finish makes it a reasonable fit for front-of-house environments where exposed equipment needs to look considered rather than purely utilitarian.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractical advantages for operators include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable cord extends the working height range without repositioning the fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopper steel finish suits contemporary front-of-house and open kitchen aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple single-bulb design with minimal moving parts to maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact dome size suits individual plate holding rather than large batch warming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for countertop pass installations in restaurants, hotels, and function venues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward — the unit requires a standard mains socket and a suitable overhead fixing point. It is not a high-output batch warmer and works best holding individual plates or small covers at temperature over short periods. It is worth confirming the mounting position and cord drop before ordering, as the retractable range determines the practical working height.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis lamp is well suited to restaurants, hotels, and event venues where a presentable heat shade is needed at the pass or on a carving or buffet station. For operations needing to hold larger volumes or cover a wider pass, a gantry-style or multi-lamp arrangement may be more appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're unsure whether this fits your pass setup or want to talk through the options, the team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47074287976765,"sku":"DY460","price":79.86,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/07f5643a4df2a8a18194579418e5a050.jpg?v=1696556167"},{"product_id":"buffalo-retractable-dome-heat-lamp-silver-2-5kw","title":"Buffalo Retractable Dome Heat Lamp Silver 2.5kW","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Buffalo Retractable Dome Heat Lamp is a ceiling-mounted food holding lamp designed for front-of-house and pass use in commercial kitchens. The dome head retracts vertically on a cord suspension system, allowing the working height to be adjusted to suit the pass counter and the food being held. The silver steel finish makes it a reasonable choice where the lamp is visible to customers or front-of-house staff.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a busy service environment, this type of lamp is typically positioned above a plated dish pass to maintain food temperature between the kitchen and the front-of-house team collecting plates. The retractable mechanism means height can be set once at the start of service and left, or adjusted quickly if the pass layout changes. The 2.5kW output provides a useful level of heat for holding plated dishes during active service periods, though it is worth noting this is a single-lamp unit rather than a multi-lamp gantry, so it suits lighter-volume operations more comfortably than high-throughput restaurant kitchens running multiple passes simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable suspension cord keeps the dome at the correct working height for the pass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction holds up to the heat and humidity of a working kitchen environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver finish suits front-of-house visibility where appearance matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple on\/off operation with no complex controls to maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation requires a suitable ceiling fixing point above the pass at an appropriate height, along with a standard electrical connection. The cord extends and retracts between approximately 280mm and 1520mm, so ceiling height and counter height should both be checked before ordering to confirm the lamp will position correctly in your space. The unit weighs 1.36kg, so fixings should be appropriate for the ceiling substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis lamp is well suited to smaller restaurants, cafés, and pub kitchens where a single pass point needs basic food holding capability and front-of-house presentation is a consideration. For kitchens running higher covers or multiple pass positions, a multi-lamp gantry or heavier-duty heat lamp setup is likely to be more practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure whether this lamp will work with your pass height or kitchen layout, our team is happy to talk it through before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47074288173373,"sku":"DY461","price":79.86,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/41387e36e17364de44d771c48444873c.jpg?v=1696556172"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/collections\/buffalo-retractable-dome.oembed","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}