Add Cooking Versatility with Star Hot Plates

A supplier of heavy-duty countertop cooking equipment since 1921, Star Manufacturing offers Star-Max and Ultra-Max hot plates for cooking and warming applications in foodservice operations. Whether used as the primary cooktop in a small setup or supplementary equipment to expand an operation's production capacity, Star hot plates provide commercial kitchens with versatile solutions.

About the Star-Max and Ultra-Max Series

Both of Star's hot plate series offer similar designs, with a bullnose front that keeps the control knobs cool, independently controlled cast iron burners, standing pilot lights, and 4-inch adjustable legs. However, they vary in the available configurations and construction. The Star-Max line offers operators an economy option, while the premium Ultra-Max models are a step up with fully stainless steel construction. Operators seeking gas equipment can choose between both series, but only Star-Max hot plates come in an electric version with sealed French tops instead of grates.

Star hot plates powered by gas are a bit more complex to install and maintain. Each model ships for use with natural gas and includes a conversion kit that makes it compatible with LP gas instead. The 12-inch burners also have a non-tilt design to prevent pots and pans from tipping during use. The burners feature lift-off heads and are anti-clogging; because the cast iron grates aren't sealed, these include a crumb tray to assist with routine cleaning.

Although these units can be installed on a countertop, there are some installation requirements to keep in mind for the safety of the equipment and your kitchen. Star hot plates should be installed on the included 4-inch legs on a non-combustible surface or the optional 27-inch stand. The units require at least 9 inches of clearance behind the unit and 7 inches of clearance on the sides from any combustible surface, and should only be operated once they are level.