Rational iCombi Classic 20-1/1 Electric Combination Oven

The Rational iCombi Classic 20-1/1 is a full-size, 20-grid electric combination oven designed for high-volume professional kitchens. It operates across three cooking modes — convection, steam, and a combination of the two — giving kitchen teams the flexibility to roast, bake, steam, braise, and regenerate within a single unit. Up to 100 programmes can be stored, each supporting multi-step cooking sequences, which means consistent results can be reproduced across shifts without relying on individual operator skill.

In a busy kitchen environment, the iCombi Classic's ClimaPlus humidity management system is one of its most practical strengths. The ability to set cabinet humidity in defined increments allows precise control over cooking conditions, which translates directly into better product yield, more consistent finishes, and reduced over-cooking. Multiple fan wheels distribute heat evenly across all 20 levels, supporting high throughput even during peak service. The automatic cleaning system — including an overnight cycle option — keeps the unit in working order without adding significantly to the close-down workload.

From an operational standpoint, the key day-to-day advantages are:

• Programmable multi-step processes that reduce dependence on experienced staff for consistent output
• Precise humidity control that improves yield across a wide variety of menu items
• Even heat distribution across all rack positions, supporting full-capacity loads
• Integrated automatic cleaning with phosphate-free tabs and scale prevention
• High-intensity LED chamber lighting for quick visual checks during service

Installation requires a three-phase electrical supply, adequate ventilation, and sufficient clearance for door swing and tray extraction — the 20-grid format is a large unit and space planning is important before ordering. A suitable stand or base unit will also be needed unless the installation is into an existing rack or counter arrangement. For sites with lower throughput requirements, a smaller-capacity iCombi Classic may be a more proportionate choice; for very large central production facilities, higher-capacity options exist within the Rational range.

This unit is well suited to hotel kitchens, contract caterers, central production units, hospital catering, and large restaurant operations where consistent output across high volumes is a daily requirement. It is less likely to be the right fit for smaller à la carte kitchens where a 20-grid capacity would rarely be utilised fully.

If you're weighing up whether this model suits your service volume, kitchen layout, or power infrastructure, the team is happy to work through the details with you before you commit.