Lincat GS6/TFR Electric Fully Ribbed Steel Plate Griddle

The Lincat GS6/TFR is an electric contact griddle fitted with a fully ribbed, machined steel plate. The ribbed surface creates char lines on food during cooking — making it a practical choice for grilling meats, fish, vegetables, and panini-style products where presentation marks matter. It is part of Lincat's established range of steel plate griddles and is built to the same standard of construction the brand has maintained from its UK manufacturing base since 1971.

In a busy service environment, consistency across the cooking surface matters. The machined steel plate is designed to distribute heat evenly, reducing the risk of hot spots that cause uneven cooking or burning. Two independently controlled temperature zones allow the operator to run the griddle at different temperatures simultaneously — useful when cooking a mix of proteins and vegetables during the same service, or when one zone can be held at a lower standby temperature during quieter periods to reduce energy consumption.

From an operational standpoint, the GS6/TFR offers a number of practical advantages:

• Fully welded plate construction minimises crevices where grease and debris can accumulate, making end-of-service cleaning more straightforward
• Ribbed surface provides char marks without requiring a separate chargrill or salamander for presentation
• Dual zone control supports varied menu output from a single piece of equipment
• Thermostatically controlled zones help maintain consistent cooking temperatures throughout service
• Electric operation makes it suitable for kitchens without gas supply or where gas infrastructure is limited

Being electric, installation is generally straightforward compared to gas alternatives, though the supply requirements should be confirmed with a qualified electrician before purchase. It is worth checking that the available circuit can support the load, particularly if the griddle is being added to an existing bank of equipment. Adequate ventilation above the unit will still be required — a canopy or extraction system is standard practice for any griddle installation. The unit's footprint makes it suitable for countertop positioning within a cooking suite or on a separate stand.

The GS6/TFR is well suited to small to medium-volume operations — cafés, pub kitchens, hotel breakfast services, or small restaurant operations — where a ribbed cooking surface is needed regularly but counter space is at a premium. Sites running very high volumes of grilled product continuously through a long service may find a heavier-duty model with a larger cooking area a more appropriate fit.

If you are unsure whether the GS6/TFR is the right match for your menu, service volume, or kitchen setup, the team at Advantage Catering Equipment is happy to talk it through with you.