{"title":"Hatco Chip Scuttles","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"hatco-glo-max-gmffl-portable-foodwarmer","title":"Hatco Glo-Max GMFFL Portable Food Warmer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatco Glo-Max GMFFL is a portable overhead food warmer designed to hold fried and other prepared foods at service temperature without the need for a fixed installation. Heat is delivered from above only, which suits products like chips and similar fried foods where maintaining crispness alongside temperature is a practical concern. The unit comes finished in powder-coated black and is supplied with a cord and plug for straightforward connection, along with a base-mounted sign holder with a clear plastic insert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a busy service environment, the ability to reposition equipment quickly has real value. The GMFFL is commonly used alongside fry stations, at drive-through service windows, and in areas where the holding point needs to move with the workflow rather than dictate it. Because heat comes from above rather than below or through a holding cabinet, operators retain good access to the food product during service without lifting a lid or opening a door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePractical advantages for day-to-day service include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable design that can be repositioned to suit changing service layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverhead-only heat helps maintain texture in fried products during holding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-access design allows quick service without interrupting the heat source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug-and-play connection — no hardwiring or specialist installation required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated sign holder supports menu or product display at the point of service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the unit is plug-operated, there are no significant installation requirements beyond a suitable mains socket. It is worth confirming that your service area has the right socket position and that the cord length works for your layout. The unit is not intended for high-volume holding across multiple product lines — it is best suited to a focused holding point for a single product type or station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe GMFFL is a practical choice for quick-service restaurants, takeaways, burger and chicken concepts, and any operation running a fry station where flexible, accessible food holding is needed at the point of service. For operations requiring higher-capacity holding or multi-lane drive-through setups, a larger or more powerful unit may be worth considering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure whether this model fits your service flow or holding requirements, our team is happy to talk it through with you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36577775120,"sku":"GMFFL","price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/Hatco_Glo-Max_GMFFL_Portable_Foodwarmer.jpg?v=1580237679"},{"product_id":"hatco-glo-ray-grfhs-21-fry-station","title":"Hatco Glo-Ray GRFHS-21 Fry Station with Holding Bin","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatco Glo-Ray GRFHS-21 is a portable fry holding station designed to keep fried foods — chips, battered products, and similar items — at a consistent serving temperature between cooking and plating. It uses Hatco's Glo-Ray radiant heat technology, which warms from above without circulating hot air, helping to preserve texture and moisture rather than continuing to cook the food or dry it out. The unit is supplied as standard with a slotted holding bin and a sectional divider, allowing different products to be held separately within the same station.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a working kitchen, the GRFHS-21 is typically positioned at the pass or fryer station as a buffer between production and service. During a busy service period, it allows fried items to be held ready for plating without a drop in quality, reducing the need to fry to order on every ticket and helping the section keep pace with demand. The radiant heat approach is well regarded in fry holding applications precisely because it maintains product quality over time rather than accelerating deterioration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractical operational advantages include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable design — can be repositioned to suit the layout of the pass or service area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadiant heat holds without overcooking or drying out the product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSectional divider keeps different fried items separated during holding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlotted bin allows excess oil to drain away from the product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraightforward to clean down at the end of service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a countertop, plug-in unit, the GRFHS-21 requires no fixed installation — it simply needs access to a suitable electrical socket. This makes it a practical choice for operators who need flexibility in their setup or who want to add holding capacity without committing to permanent infrastructure. It is best suited to smaller to medium-volume operations such as cafés, pub kitchens, or quick-service restaurants. Sites running very high volumes of fried food continuously may find a heavier-duty or larger-capacity holding station more appropriate for sustained demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're unsure whether this unit is the right fit for your service volume or kitchen layout, we're happy to talk it through before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36578190288,"sku":"GRFHS-21","price":2404.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/Hatco_Glo-Ray_GRFHS-21_Fry_Station.jpg?v=1580237680"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/collections\/Hatco_Glo-Max_GMFFL_Portable_Foodwarmer_1024x1024_d969f90b-c608-4678-a513-afed9dcd3498.jpg?v=1634551140","url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/collections\/hatco-chip-scuttles.oembed","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}