Valera CT70A 3.5kW Twin Zone Countertop Induction Hob

The Valera CT70A is a twin zone countertop induction hob designed for commercial kitchen use. It sits directly on a work surface and provides two independently controlled cooking zones in a compact footprint, requiring no fixed installation beyond a suitable electrical supply. Heat is generated directly within the pan via induction rather than through an open flame or radiant element, which changes how the unit behaves during service in a number of practical ways.

During busy service periods, the near-instant heat response gives chefs reliable control over temperature-sensitive dishes — adjustments made at the control translate to the pan almost immediately. Because only the cookware itself heats up, the surrounding surface stays relatively cool, reducing the risk of accidental burns and making the unit safer to work around at pace. Recovery between dishes is quick, which helps sustain throughput when covers are back to back.

The practical advantages for day-to-day service include:

• Independent zone controls allow two different cooking tasks to run simultaneously at different temperatures
• No combustion means no open flame, improved air quality, and lower extraction demands compared with gas
• Smooth, flat surface simplifies cleaning between services and at close-down
• Energy is directed into the pan rather than dispersed to the surrounding air, supporting more efficient running costs
• Straightforward rotary controls are easy to operate without specialist training

As a countertop unit, the CT70A suits kitchens where flexibility matters — it can be positioned where it is needed and repositioned if workflows change. It requires cookware with a ferrous base, such as cast iron or 18/8 stainless steel. Aluminium or copper pans without a magnetic base will not function on induction, so it is worth checking your existing pan stock is compatible before the unit arrives. You should also confirm that your available circuit has adequate capacity to support both zones operating simultaneously.

The CT70A is well suited to smaller commercial kitchens, pop-up operations, catering vans, event catering, and as supplementary hob capacity in larger kitchens where additional cooking space is needed without committing to a fixed range. For high-volume sites running sustained back-to-back service across a large number of covers, a heavier-duty or multi-zone induction solution may be a more appropriate fit.

If you would like to talk through whether this unit is the right match for your kitchen and service volume, the team is straightforward to reach before you place an order.