The Prepline HFW1 Drop-In Hot Food Well
The Prepline HFW1 is a one pan electric drop-in hot food well for buffet lines, carving stations, cafeteria counters, and catering serving walls. It drops into a counter cutout and disappears into the millwork, leaving a flush stainless steel top with a full size pan opening where guests only see food, never equipment. The well accepts a standard 12 x 20 inch pan or any combination of fractional pans that fills the same opening, so one unit serves a compact hot line straight out of the pans the food was prepped in.
Infinite Heat Control with Indicator Light
An infinite control knob adjusts the well continuously rather than clicking between low, medium, and high, so you can hold a delicate cream sauce just below a simmer or keep chili at full serving temperature with the same dial. The lighted knob mounts in a remote control panel on a flexible lead, so it lands wherever the counter fabricator needs it, facing the server side and away from guest hands, and the indicator light confirms at a glance that the well is live.
Sealed 304 Stainless Steel Wells
The top and the well are formed from 18 gauge type 304 stainless steel, the grade that shrugs off steam, salt, and acidic drippings that corrode lighter 430-series metal. The well is sealed, so spills and condensate stay inside the vessel instead of leaking into the counter cavity below, the failure that ruins laminate millwork around cheaper open-frame warmers. A 20 gauge type 430 stainless steel apron and back panel close off the underside, and fiberglass insulation keeps the heat in the food instead of radiating into the cabinet.
Built-In Water Drain
The well drains through a built-in 1 inch corner drain, which changes closedown from bailing hot spillage water with a pitcher to opening a valve. For wet holding, fill the well with water for gentle, even bain marie heat; for dry holding, run it empty. Either way the drain empties the vessel in minutes at the end of service.
Drop-In Installation
The unit needs a 23.5" x 15.63" counter cutout and a 72 inch cord to reach power, and the whole assembly sits 16.5 inches wide by 10 inches deep below the counter line. Because the heat stays in insulated, sealed wells, the surrounding counter stays usable as landing space for plates and serving tools right up to the pan flange.
About Prepline
Prepline designs practical food preparation equipment for demanding kitchen environments. From planetary mixers and meat grinders to stainless steel worktables, sinks, and equipment stands, Prepline products are engineered for daily use in restaurants, cafeterias, and institutional kitchens. Known for straightforward construction and solid performance, the line is a reliable choice for operators who prioritize uptime and value. Parts and support are readily accessible through established service channels, making Prepline a dependable option for large-scale operations and independent businesses alike.
Features & Benefits
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One pan drop-in hot food well for buffet lines, serving counters, and catering stations
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Sealed well accepts a full size 12 x 20 inch pan or equivalent fractional pans
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Infinite control knob with indicator light in a remote panel
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Built-in 1 inch corner drain empties spillage water without bailing
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Supports wet bain marie holding or dry holding in the same well
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Type 304 stainless steel top and sealed well construction
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Fully insulated body keeps heat in the food instead of the counter cavity
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Type 430 stainless steel apron and back close off the underside
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Flush drop-in fit leaves the surrounding counter usable as landing space
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One pan drop-in hot food well for buffet lines, serving counters, and catering stations
Sealed well accepts a full size 12 x 20 inch pan or equivalent fractional pans
Infinite control knob with indicator light in a remote panel
Built-in 1 inch corner drain empties spillage water without bailing
Supports wet bain marie holding or dry holding in the same well
The Prepline HFW1 Drop-In Hot Food Well
The Prepline HFW1 is a one pan electric drop-in hot food well for buffet lines, carving stations, cafeteria counters, and catering serving walls. It drops into a counter cutout and disappears into the millwork, leaving a flush stainless steel top with a full size pan opening where guests only see food, never equipment. The well accepts a standard 12 x 20 inch pan or any combination of fractional pans that fills the same opening, so one unit serves a compact hot line straight out of the pans the food was prepped in.
Infinite Heat Control with Indicator Light
An infinite control knob adjusts the well continuously rather than clicking between low, medium, and high, so you can hold a delicate cream sauce just below a simmer or keep chili at full serving temperature with the same dial. The lighted knob mounts in a remote control panel on a flexible lead, so it lands wherever the counter fabricator needs it, facing the server side and away from guest hands, and the indicator light confirms at a glance that the well is live.
Sealed 304 Stainless Steel Wells
The top and the well are formed from 18 gauge type 304 stainless steel, the grade that shrugs off steam, salt, and acidic drippings that corrode lighter 430-series metal. The well is sealed, so spills and condensate stay inside the vessel instead of leaking into the counter cavity below, the failure that ruins laminate millwork around cheaper open-frame warmers. A 20 gauge type 430 stainless steel apron and back panel close off the underside, and fiberglass insulation keeps the heat in the food instead of radiating into the cabinet.
Built-In Water Drain
The well drains through a built-in 1 inch corner drain, which changes closedown from bailing hot spillage water with a pitcher to opening a valve. For wet holding, fill the well with water for gentle, even bain marie heat; for dry holding, run it empty. Either way the drain empties the vessel in minutes at the end of service.
Drop-In Installation
The unit needs a 23.5" x 15.63" counter cutout and a 72 inch cord to reach power, and the whole assembly sits 16.5 inches wide by 10 inches deep below the counter line. Because the heat stays in insulated, sealed wells, the surrounding counter stays usable as landing space for plates and serving tools right up to the pan flange.
About Prepline
Prepline designs practical food preparation equipment for demanding kitchen environments. From planetary mixers and meat grinders to stainless steel worktables, sinks, and equipment stands, Prepline products are engineered for daily use in restaurants, cafeterias, and institutional kitchens. Known for straightforward construction and solid performance, the line is a reliable choice for operators who prioritize uptime and value. Parts and support are readily accessible through established service channels, making Prepline a dependable option for large-scale operations and independent businesses alike.
Features & Benefits
-
One pan drop-in hot food well for buffet lines, serving counters, and catering stations
-
Sealed well accepts a full size 12 x 20 inch pan or equivalent fractional pans
-
Infinite control knob with indicator light in a remote panel
-
Built-in 1 inch corner drain empties spillage water without bailing
-
Supports wet bain marie holding or dry holding in the same well
-
Type 304 stainless steel top and sealed well construction
-
Fully insulated body keeps heat in the food instead of the counter cavity
-
Type 430 stainless steel apron and back close off the underside
-
Flush drop-in fit leaves the surrounding counter usable as landing space
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Specifications
| Wells | 1 sealed |
| Well Size | 12" x 20" x 6.5" |
| Pan Compatibility | Full size or fractional pans |
| Heat Control | Infinite knob with light |
| Wattage | 1,100W |
| Kilowatts | 1.1 kW |
| Voltage | 120V |
| Hertz | 60 Hz |
| Phase | 1 |
| Plug | NEMA 5-15P |
| Cord Length | 72" |
| Drain | Built-in, 1" corner drain |
| Top Material | 18 Gauge Type 304 Stainless Steel |
| Well Material | 18 Gauge Type 304 Stainless Steel |
| Apron and Back | 20 Gauge Type 430 Stainless Steel |
| Insulation | Fiberglass |
| Length | 16.5" |
| Width | 24.72" |
| Height | 10" |
| Cut Out Dimensions | 23.5" x 15.63" |
| Shipping Dimensions | 18.7" x 27" x 22" |
| Shipping Weight | 51 lb. |
Manufacturer's Warranty
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1 Year
Labor
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1 Year
Parts
One pan drop-in hot food well for buffet lines, serving counters, and catering stations