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Pitco Solstice SG14TS Free Standing Natural Gas Fryer
£3,213.00(£3,855.60 inc VAT)
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The Pitco SG14TS is a free-standing natural gas tube fryer built around Pitco's Solstice burner system. It is a single-tank, floor-standing unit designed for continuous frying in busy commercial kitchens, constructed throughout in stainless steel and intended to sit alongside other heavy-duty cooking equipment in a professional line.
In service, the Solstice burner design is the defining characteristic. The burner geometry promotes efficient heat transfer into the oil, which supports faster temperature recovery after loading. In a busy kitchen where baskets go in and out repeatedly during a service period, this helps maintain consistent oil temperature and, in turn, consistent cooking results. Faster recovery also means food spends less time at lower temperatures, which tends to produce a crisper finish and reduces oil absorption into the product — a practical benefit that affects both food quality and oil consumption over time. The Solstice design also reduces flue temperatures compared with older tube fryer configurations, which is worth noting in kitchens where ambient temperature around the cooking line is already a concern.
From an operational standpoint, the SG14TS offers several practical advantages:
- Stainless steel construction throughout supports straightforward daily cleaning and resists the wear associated with commercial kitchen environments
- A large drain valve allows the tank to be emptied quickly when filtering or changing oil, reducing downtime during cleaning routines
- Free-standing format gives flexibility in kitchen layout without requiring built-in installation
- Natural gas operation suits kitchens with an established gas supply, typically offering lower energy running costs compared with electric alternatives
Installation requires a natural gas supply with an appropriate connection point and sufficient gas pressure to support the burner. As a floor-standing unit with a listed weight of 104kg, it will need careful positioning and adequate access for servicing and cleaning behind and beneath the unit. Ventilation requirements should be assessed as part of any kitchen extraction review — a tube fryer of this type will require suitable canopy extraction above it. The footprint is relatively compact, making it workable in kitchens where space on the cooking line is limited, though the depth should be factored into counter and extraction canopy planning.
The SG14TS is well suited to pubs, casual dining restaurants, hotel kitchens, and takeaway operations running a meaningful volume of fried food through service. It is a capable single-tank unit, but operators running high-volume fish and chip or dedicated frying operations, or those needing twin-tank capacity within a compact footprint, may find a higher-output or multi-tank configuration more appropriate for their throughput requirements. If your operation is at the lighter end — occasional frying rather than a core menu output — a smaller countertop fryer may be a more practical fit.
If you are weighing up whether this fryer is the right size and configuration for your kitchen and service volumes, we are happy to talk it through before you commit to a purchase.
Frequently asked questions
Is the SG14TS suitable for a pub kitchen running fried food through a full evening service?
Yes, the SG14TS is a practical choice for pub and casual dining kitchens where frying is a regular part of the menu rather than the sole output. The Solstice burner supports consistent temperature recovery through repeated basket loads, which matters during a busy dinner service. If fried food represents the bulk of your covers — for example, a fish and chip operation — it is worth discussing whether a higher-capacity or twin-tank unit would better suit your throughput.
What are the key installation requirements for this fryer?
The SG14TS requires a natural gas supply with an appropriate connection and sufficient working pressure for the burner. As a floor-standing unit weighing 104kg, it needs a level, stable position with adequate clearance for access to the sides and rear for servicing and cleaning. It should be positioned beneath a suitable extraction canopy — ventilation provision should be confirmed as part of your kitchen design or extraction review before installation.
How does the Solstice burner affect oil life and running costs?
The Solstice burner is designed to transfer heat efficiently into the oil rather than losing energy through the flue, which supports faster recovery and more stable cooking temperatures. More consistent oil temperatures tend to reduce degradation of the oil over time, meaning operators typically get more usable life from each oil fill. Lower flue temperatures are also a secondary benefit, reducing the energy lost to exhaust and contributing to a slightly more comfortable working environment around the fryer.
Size and weight
- Weight
- 104kg
- Dimensions
- 1172(H) x 397(W) x 876(D)mm
Capacity and performance
- Colour
- Silver
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Number of baskets
- 2
- Number of tanks
- 2
- Tank count
- 2
- Warranty
- 1 Year Parts Only
£3,213.00(£3,855.60 inc VAT)
£3,213.00(£3,855.60 inc VAT)
The Pitco SG14TS is a free-standing natural gas tube fryer built around Pitco's Solstice burner system. It is a single-tank, floor-standing unit designed for continuous frying in busy commercial kitchens, constructed throughout in stainless steel and intended to sit alongside other heavy-duty cooking equipment in a professional line.
In service, the Solstice burner design is the defining characteristic. The burner geometry promotes efficient heat transfer into the oil, which supports faster temperature recovery after loading. In a busy kitchen where baskets go in and out repeatedly during a service period, this helps maintain consistent oil temperature and, in turn, consistent cooking results. Faster recovery also means food spends less time at lower temperatures, which tends to produce a crisper finish and reduces oil absorption into the product — a practical benefit that affects both food quality and oil consumption over time. The Solstice design also reduces flue temperatures compared with older tube fryer configurations, which is worth noting in kitchens where ambient temperature around the cooking line is already a concern.
From an operational standpoint, the SG14TS offers several practical advantages:
- Stainless steel construction throughout supports straightforward daily cleaning and resists the wear associated with commercial kitchen environments
- A large drain valve allows the tank to be emptied quickly when filtering or changing oil, reducing downtime during cleaning routines
- Free-standing format gives flexibility in kitchen layout without requiring built-in installation
- Natural gas operation suits kitchens with an established gas supply, typically offering lower energy running costs compared with electric alternatives
Installation requires a natural gas supply with an appropriate connection point and sufficient gas pressure to support the burner. As a floor-standing unit with a listed weight of 104kg, it will need careful positioning and adequate access for servicing and cleaning behind and beneath the unit. Ventilation requirements should be assessed as part of any kitchen extraction review — a tube fryer of this type will require suitable canopy extraction above it. The footprint is relatively compact, making it workable in kitchens where space on the cooking line is limited, though the depth should be factored into counter and extraction canopy planning.
The SG14TS is well suited to pubs, casual dining restaurants, hotel kitchens, and takeaway operations running a meaningful volume of fried food through service. It is a capable single-tank unit, but operators running high-volume fish and chip or dedicated frying operations, or those needing twin-tank capacity within a compact footprint, may find a higher-output or multi-tank configuration more appropriate for their throughput requirements. If your operation is at the lighter end — occasional frying rather than a core menu output — a smaller countertop fryer may be a more practical fit.
If you are weighing up whether this fryer is the right size and configuration for your kitchen and service volumes, we are happy to talk it through before you commit to a purchase.
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