Vulcan Electric & Gas Convection Ovens

Vulcan Convection Ovens: What You Need to Know

Vulcan convection ovens evenly distribute hot air to envelop product and ensure it's cooked on all sides. For delicate items—such as cakes and custards—operators can adjust these units' fan settings to low or pulse speed. To enhance air circulation in Vulcan commercial ovens, use baking pans with low sides.

It's important to monitor product constantly in this equipment because cooking times vary by menu item; large cuts of meat can take as long as an hour to cook, while small batches of baked goods may finish cooking in as little as a few minutes. Overall, Vulcan commercial convection ovens reduce cook times by about 25 percent.

Reduced cooking time is the advantage Vulcan convection ovens have over basic radiant ovens; these units can lower required baking temperatures by as much as 30 percent. Vulcan combi-oven models can bake, cook, rethermalize, roast, steam, and warm. Basic radiant ovens circulate air at random, resulting in hot and cold spots that lead to burnt or undercooked portions of product.

Vulcan convection ovens, however, actively circulate hot air to cook food evenly and uniformly. From meats and vegetables to pies and pastries, Vulcan ovens are designed to optimize crispness and flavor in short periods of time.

Common Questions About Vulcan Ovens

What's the best heating method for Vulcan commercial ovens?

Vulcan ovens are available in electric or gas heat configurations, and there are pros and cons to both methods:

• Vulcan gas ovens facilitate temperature adjustment, giving operators more control. These units cook faster and are quicker to heat up and change temperatures than electric ovens. Vulcan ovens that run on gas also aren't affected by power outages. However, they're more likely to burn product if it isn't consistently monitored throughout the cooking process, and their moister environment isn't ideal for all menu items.
• Electric Vulcan commercial ovens are the economical alternative to gas units. Their dry, even heat is optimal for baking and roasting, and Vulcan ovens that run on electricity are easier to maintain than gas ovens. Because of their construction, electric units provide ample surface and storage space. Electric Vulcan commercial ovens also are simple to install. However, these units don't cook or heat up as quickly as gas ovens.

What's the right Vulcan oven size for my business?

Vulcan convection ovens are available in two deck options:

• Single-deck Vulcan commercial ovens are ideal for low-volume settings. These units are designed with moderate cooking space, and floor models usually have space beneath them, providing an area for storage.
• Vulcan double ovens are great for high-volume establishments. These units can accommodate many cooking racks simultaneously, though they take up more space than single-deck ovens.

What's the difference between Vulcan combi-ovens and convection ovens?

Vulcan combi-ovens provide the efficiency of convection ovens and combine it with steamed heat for optimized cooking. These units are suitable alternatives for dehydrators, fryers, kettles, smokers, and steamers, enabling operators to save valuable kitchen space. Users can cook at any temperature and humidity level with Vulcan combi-ovens, so you can steam vegetables with the same unit used to roast poultry or bake bread.