How do I choose the child category?

Choose by material, visibility, presentation needs and the equipment the pan must fit.

What equipment usually follows?

Lids, labels, prep fridges, shelving, trolleys and storage systems usually follow the pan decision.

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Commercial Kitchenware

Gastronorm Pans

439 products7 subcategories

Gastronorm pans are the container-system hub for commercial kitchens using standardised pans for prep, storage, service, chilling, display and transport.

Gastronorm Pans commercial product system

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Black Polycarbonate Pans

25 products

Clear Polycarbonate Pans (PC)

62 products

Clear Polypropylene Pans (PP)

46 products

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Gastronorm pans are the container-system hub for commercial kitchens using standardised pans for prep, storage, service, chilling, display and transport.

Use this category when the workflow needs compatible pan sizing before choosing material, depth or lid style.

Choosing the right gastronorm pans

Key factors to consider before purchasing. Our team can help you find the right fit — call or get a quote anytime.

Capacity & size

Match equipment capacity to your daily output. Consider available floor space and door clearances.

Power & connection

Check the power supply and circuit capacity at the installed position before ordering.

Installation & compliance

Confirm electrical compliance, levelling and the clearance needed for cleaning and service access. We can help with kitchen planning.

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Submit your kitchen requirements — our equipment specialists will send you a tailored shortlist of gastronorm pans that fits your budget, venue type and compliance needs.

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Standards & Compliance

Compliance & engineering standards

Choose the child category by how the pan is used:

Material: stainless steel, polycarbonate, polypropylene and porcelain suit different handling and presentation needs.
Visibility: clear pans help staff see contents; black and porcelain can suit presentation.
System fit: pans must suit the fridge, prep unit, display, trolley or storage setup around them.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What GN size fits my bain marie or prep fridge?

Most units use GN 1/1 or combinations of 1/2, 1/3 and 1/6 sizes. Always check equipment specifications.

Can GN pans go in an oven?

Only stainless steel GN pans. Polycarbonate and polypropylene cannot tolerate oven heat.

Is polypropylene safe for food?

Yes, but it is best used for dry storage or cold prep, not high heat.

Why do some venues prefer black pans?

Black PC provides a modern FOH look, hides scratches and enhances presentation under display lighting.

What are gastronorm pans?

They are standard-format pans used across commercial prep, storage, display and service workflows.

Why KW

Why buy from KW Commercial Kitchen

KW treats gastronorm as a system decision rather than a single container purchase. The right child category depends on the station: back-of-house prep, cold storage, front display, service line or transport.

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Technical depth from KW's commercial kitchen specialists.

Choose by material and station

Stainless steel GN pans: durable back-of-house prep, storage and service use.
Clear polycarbonate pans: contents need to be visible at a glance.
Clear polypropylene pans: lighter-duty storage and handling are the priority.
Black polycarbonate pans: presentation or colour separation matters.
Porcelain gastronorm pans: presentation is part of the service setting.

Workflow connection

GN pans connect prep benches, food prep fridges, blast chillers, display cabinets, trolleys and storage shelves. Operator detail: standardise pan sizes by station so lids, rails and storage positions do not become a daily sorting problem.

Mistakes and equipment that follows

Common mistakes include mixing sizes without a plan, buying pans before checking rail compatibility, or forgetting lids and labels. Gastronorm purchases often lead to pan covers, prep fridges, shelving, trolleys, labels and cleaning storage.