Southbend BGLM-40 40 gal. Tilt Skillet - Open Base, Measurement Marks, Strainer, Liquid Propane

The Southbend BGLM-40 tilting braising pan can hold 40 gallons, so it is ideal for cooking in high-volume applications. Tilt skillets can be used for most cooking tasks, from braising and simmering to steaming and pan frying. Made of clad stainless steel and 5⁄8 inch thick, the cooking plate is durable and provides even heat distribution. In the stainless steel pan, the corners are coved to eliminate crevices that could trap debris.

The pan tilts with a manual hand crank, which is jerkier while tilting the pan, though it is more affordable than electric models. Cooked product flows toward the front pour spout since the pan is sloped in that direction, and a pour strainer is included so operators can separate solids from liquids.

Controls on this Southbend BGLM-40 manual tilt skillet ease use, with a thermostat that adjusts the temperature from 100 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. If temperatures exceeds this level, the burners shut off to prevent overheating and shut off if the pan is tilted past 5 degrees. Because the exterior is made of stainless steel, it resists dents, scratches, and rust. Front and rear feet are adjustable, so they stabilize on uneven floors, and the rear feet are flanged so they can be secured to the floor.

Product Details

• 40-gal. capacity
• 5⁄8-in.-thick stainless steel clad plate evenly distributes heat across the cooking surface
• Coved corners in the 10-ga. stainless steel pan eliminate debris-trapping crevices
• Manual tilting hand crank
• Permanently lubricated, self-contained gear box mechanism tilts the pan to completely empty the contents
• Front-sloped pan directs contents toward the integrated pouring lip
• Removable pour strainer separates liquid contents from the solid product when needed
• Stainless steel, spring-assisted cover smoothly opens and closes
• Full-width cover handle
• Cover has a condensate guide that resists dripping
• Vent port has a swing cover that limits steam escape
• Exterior is made of durable, rust-resistant stainless steel
• Welded open frame withstands high-volume applications
• Adjustable bullet feet on the front
• Rear flanged feet are adjustable
• 125,000 BTU

Control System

• Temperature holding range: 100-450 degrees F
• Solid-state thermostat has an off position to shut off burners
• Thermostat indicator light
• Pan tilt switch shuts off the burner if tilted past 5 degrees
• High-temperature cut-off switch prevents burner operation if the temperature exceeds 500 degrees F
• Enclosed in a drip- and splash-resistant housing

Dimensions & Utilities

• 48 in. W x 39.875 in. D x 40 in. H (70.875-in. H with the cover fully open)
• Heated by LP gas
• 120 V/60 Hz/1 ph, 6-ft. cord with a 3-prong plug