Product Description
Keep two sauces or sides at serving temperature throughout your event with this twin pot bain marie. Each unit houses two 5.2-litre stainless steel pots in a water bath that plugs directly into a standard 13A socket. The compact frame sits easily on catering tables, keeping gravy, porridge, or stew hot from the first guest to the last.
- Events and uses
- Corporate breakfast buffets requiring hot porridge and stewed fruit held at temperature.
- Gala dinner service where two types of sauce or gravy must be kept ready for rapid plating.
- Outdoor catering operations at festivals needing a stable heat source for liquid components.
- Wedding breakfast services where soup or vegetable sides require holding before being taken to tables.
- Setup and use
Fill the water tank to the indicated level line before you switch on the power to protect the heating elements. Position the unit on a level, heat-resistant surface within reach of a 13-amp mains socket. Adjust the dial to the required temperature setting based on the viscosity of your sauces, gravies, or soups.
- Cleaning and return
Return all items clean and in the condition they arrived. Ensure all components are present before collection.
- How does delivery work?
Working out delivery costs is easy with Expo Hire — simply use our carriage calculator to find which of our branches is near to you. Tap your postcode in and it will confirm whether we cover that postcode, which of our 11 branches is closest to you, the cost for delivery from that branch, and any possible extra charges.
Once you have filled your basket and confirmed your delivery dates and postcode in the checkout, we will show you an itemised cost for delivery so you know exactly what you are paying for before you place your order.
Want to know when your delivery is coming? You can track your driver using our real-time maps on the day of delivery and collection. Simply enter your postcode and order number on our order tracking page and find out when our driver will arrive. We also send an automated text with a tracking link on the day.
Specifications
| Pots | 2 x 5.2 litres |
| Heating method | Electric water bath |
| Power | Standard 13A |
| Best for | Soups, stews, sauces at buffets |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does the unit come with lids?
Yes, this twin pot bain marie includes two stainless steel pots and two fitted lids to retain heat and prevent cross-contamination.
- What is the power requirement for this device?
This unit operates on a standard 13-amp UK plug and draws approximately 1.5kW of power.
- Can I use this for dry heat?
No, you must fill the water bath before operation to maintain a consistent temperature and prevent damage to the internal element.
- How much liquid does each pot hold?
Each of the two pots has a 4.5-litre capacity, providing a total holding volume of 9 litres.
Technical
| Material | Stainless Steel |
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| Width | 360 mm |
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| Height | 300 mm |
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| Length | 560 mm |
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| Weight | 10 kg |
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- Two 5.2-litre stainless steel pots
- Robust temperature-controlled water bath
- Ideal for keeping buffet dishes hot
FAQs
- What is the price including VAT?
This item is subject to 20% VAT and therefore you will pay £24.00 each for a standard 3 day hire at checkout.
As primarily a business-to-business supplier we advertise our prices ex-VAT as most businesses will be able to reclaim the VAT amount.
- Do you offer discounts for if the item is hired for less than 3 Days?
No. We recommend a minimum hire period of 3 days to provide enough time for set-up and break-down of your event, and to make sure that problems such as traffic or adverse weather conditions do not impact on your event. If you want to hire for a shorter period than this then we cannot offer a discount.
- Do you offer discounts for Long Term Hire?
Yes, after the standard hire perion of 3 Days you will be charged £4.00 per extra day up to day 7, £3.00 per extra day up to day 28 and £2.00 per extra day after that.
| Days Hire | Cost (ex-VAT) |
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| 1 | £20.00 |
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| 2 | £20.00 |
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| 3 | £20.00 |
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| 5 | £28.00 |
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| 7 | £36.00 |
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| 14 | £57.00 |
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| 21 | £78.00 |
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| 35 | £113.00 |
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- How much security deposit do you charge?
Nothing! Unlike most of our competitors, rather than charging a large deposit, we provide a FREE 'minor deposit waiver' scheme to cover minor damage and loss. Excessive or negligent damage and loss will be invoiced at 10 times the standard hire price of the relevant items. Please read our terms and conditions for full details.
- How much do you charge for delivery?
There is a minimum charge of £40.00 for a distance up to 10 miles each way.
After that we charge £1.00 per mile each way and an additional £40.00 for each journey on a weekend or bank holiday.
We calculate the distance using driving directions from our local base to your event postcode, so it is important that you provide the correct delivery address at checkout.
You can use our Carriage Calculator to get a full quote.
- Can I choose a specified Time Slot?
We make deliveries anytime between 8am and 8pm, however we can offer early (8am - 1pm) or late (12 noon - 6pm) slots for an additional cost calculated at checkout.
We can not guarantee more specific times unless you pay for a dedicated driver. This is individually priced on request and are subject to availability.
- Can I collect from you warehouse rather than pay for delivery?
No. To ensure that your products arrive safely and correctly we offer a delivery and collection service only.
- Do you have a showroom where I can view the products before ordering?
No. As we are an online-only you can view all of our products on our website. To keep our prices as low as posssible our warehouses are not open to the public.
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