Blue Seal GT45 Vee Ray Single Pan Gas Fryer

The Blue Seal GT45 is a floor-standing single pan gas fryer built around Blue Seal's patented Vee Ray infrared burner system. Rather than using conventional open burners beneath the pan, the Vee Ray design radiates heat directly into the oil from submerged infrared elements. The result is more even heat distribution across the oil body and measurably better fuel efficiency than traditional gas fryer configurations — a meaningful consideration for any operation keeping a close eye on running costs.

In a working kitchen, the GT45 holds up well under sustained demand. The infrared system supports strong oil recovery after batches are loaded, which matters when the fryer is running continuously through a busy service. The open pan design keeps daily operation straightforward — there are no tubes or complex internal structures to contend with when clearing sediment or carrying out end-of-day cleaning, and the wide drain valve allows used oil to be emptied quickly.

Practical advantages worth noting for day-to-day operation:

• No electrical connection required — piezo ignition and millivolt gas valve operate independently of mains power
• Flame failure protection and overheat safety cut-out provide reliable protection during service
• Compatible with natural gas or LPG — fuel type must be confirmed at point of order
• Stainless steel construction throughout supports durability and ease of cleaning
• Rear castors and fixed front legs allow the unit to be repositioned for thorough cleaning underneath

Because the GT45 requires no electrical supply for operation, it offers useful flexibility in kitchen positioning. That said, adequate extraction and ventilation remain essential regardless of placement, and installation must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. Natural gas and LPG versions are not interchangeable in the field, so the correct fuel type needs to be confirmed before the order is placed.

The GT45 is well suited to pubs, cafés, smaller restaurants, and catering operations where a single pan handles the core frying output. It performs particularly well in sites where a mains electrical supply to the fryer position is limited or unavailable. Sites with very high continuous frying volumes — dedicated fish and chip operations or high-throughput quick service environments — may find a twin pan or higher-output model better matched to the demand they place on a fryer.

If you'd like to talk through whether the GT45 fits your kitchen in terms of frying volume, gas supply, or site layout, the team is happy to help before you place an order.