{"title":"1.7kW, 7.5A","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"prince-castle-vertical-contact-toaster-297-t9","title":"Prince Castle 297-T9 Vertical Contact Toaster","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Prince Castle 297-T9 is a vertical contact toaster designed specifically for high-volume bun and bread toasting in fast-paced commercial kitchen environments. Rather than passing product through a conveyor, it uses a vertical contact method — pressing the cut face of buns directly against heated platens — which delivers consistent, even toasting quickly and without operator attention during the toast cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn practice, this unit is built for operations where toasting speed directly affects service pace. Burger restaurants, quick-service kitchens, and high-throughput sandwich counters will find it keeps up during peak periods without becoming a bottleneck. The contact toasting method produces reliable, repeatable results across a full service shift, which matters when consistency of product is part of the offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom an operational standpoint, the key advantages are straightforward:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, consistent results across each cycle with minimal operator involvement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical format keeps the footprint compact on a busy service line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel construction supports durability and ease of cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContact toasting reduces the variability common with radiant or conveyor methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell suited to on-demand service where buns are toasted to order throughout service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is relatively straightforward for a unit of this type — it is a countertop electric appliance, so placement on a stable, heat-resistant surface near a suitable power supply is the primary requirement. At 30kg it is a solid piece of kit, but manageable for counter positioning. Ventilation clearance around the unit should be observed, and it is worth confirming the intended counter space against the footprint before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 297-T9 is best suited to burger-focused or sandwich-led operations with consistent demand throughout service. It is a purpose-built tool rather than a general-purpose toaster, so kitchens with more varied toasting needs or significantly higher volumes may find it worth discussing whether a different configuration would serve them better.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure whether this model fits your service style or throughput requirements, we are happy to talk it through before you commit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prince Castle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56797729849726,"sku":"GM858","price":3043.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/files\/f6f83b3f9f8fa53447047d6c3fb72e6c.jpg?v=1768023175"},{"product_id":"prince-castle-vertical-contact-toaster-287-t14","title":"Prince Castle 287-T14 Vertical Contact Toaster","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Prince Castle 287-T14 is a vertical contact toaster designed specifically for high-throughput bun and bread toasting in fast food and mass catering environments. Product is fed in from the top slot, passes through heated contact platens, and exits toasted at the base — consistently, repeatedly, and at pace. At a rated output of around 1,380 units per hour with a 14-second cycle, it is built around the demands of continuous service rather than occasional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a busy service environment, consistency is as important as speed. The 287-T14 delivers both. Because the toasting process is contact-based rather than radiant, results are uniform across each unit regardless of how many consecutive passes have been made. There is no meaningful drop in performance between the first bun of a shift and the five hundredth, which matters in operations where product quality needs to be repeatable at volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom an operational standpoint, the unit offers several practical advantages:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14-second toast cycle supports continuous output without queuing or delays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact counter footprint of around 211mm depth suits space-restricted service counters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple controls reduce training time and operator error during busy periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContact toasting produces consistent colour and texture across every unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraightforward daily cleaning keeps hygiene maintenance manageable between shifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward by commercial kitchen standards — the unit is counter-mounted and does not require extraction or water connection. It weighs 30kg, so positioning is a two-person job, but once placed it requires only a suitable electrical supply. Confirm your supply specification with your electrician before installation. The unit is configured for a specific product type, so if you are toasting different bread formats you will need to ensure the toaster is set up appropriately for each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 287-T14 is best suited to fast food restaurants, burger counters, and high-volume catering operations where bun or bread throughput is a constant service requirement. It is less suited to kitchens where toasting is an occasional task or where a variety of different product sizes need to be handled interchangeably. For sites with significantly higher output demands, heavier-duty alternatives within the vertical contact toaster range may be worth considering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure whether this model fits your service volume or counter setup, the team is happy to talk through your requirements before you commit to an order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prince Castle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56797729915262,"sku":"GM859","price":3043.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/files\/f6f83b3f9f8fa53447047d6c3fb72e6c_e5499f01-979c-4193-b6bf-8289e94c14b7.jpg?v=1768023183"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/collections\/custom-power-1-7kw-7-5a.oembed","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}