Lincat

Lincat: Leading Company in Commercial Catering Equipment

Lincat is a leading manufacturer and supplier of commercial catering equipment. The company was established in 1971 in Station in Lincoln, United Kingdom, to produce reliable, sturdy, and robust commercial kitchen equipment. Starting its long-time journey of engineering and manufacturing with electrically heated cooking units, the company added gas-powered cooking equipment to its portfolio in 1988. In 2011, Lincat became a member of the Lincat MiddleBy brand. The company has been the fastest-growing manufacturer of commercial catering equipment in the United Kingdom and exports to more than 85 countries worldwide from its 100,000-square-foot (9290.304 square meters) production plant.

Lincat Brands

Apart from the Lincat series offered under Silverlink, SEAL, blu, and other brands, the company has built a large network of brands through its more than half-century journey in the commercial catering equipment industry. Some of these brands have been introduced, while others have joined the company's product range through acquisitions.

Cibo by Lincat

Cibo is Lincat's special collection of innovative high-speed ovens, launched in 2019. The Cibo designs and manufactures these ovens to offer a practical, fast, and efficient cooking method in limited spaces.

Frifri

Frifri is the Lincat brand, which has commercial fryers and pasta cookers for commercial applications. Frifri retains a large collection of commercial deep fryers, ranging from lower-priced countertop units under the "Frifri eco" series to larger freestanding models with high production volume under the "Frifri Touch" series.

Britannia Kitchen Ventilation

Britannia offers commercial kitchen ventilation and exhaust systems, helping them maintain a clean and airy atmosphere.

IMC Fresh Thinking

Lincat's IMC Fresh Thinking brand is a large collection of food preparation, bar operation, refrigeration, and waste management equipment. These units are all developed to streamline a bar's work and service flow through smart and robust appliances. IMC Fresh Thinking presents bartender tools, bottle and glass coolers, peelers, chippers, back bar coolers, waste stations, and bar cleaning tools.  

Lincat Products

The Lincat product range covers a large collection of commercial kitchen tools and appliances. These products are designed and manufactured by the Lincat brands, which are individual leaders in their respective industries. Additionally, Lincat provides Lincat Green with a collection of commercial kitchen equipment engineered to use less oil and energy, produce less waste, and cook more products in a shorter time.

Cibo by Lincat High-Speed Ovens

Cibo high-speed ovens feature the company's patented cooking technology, which combines convection, grill, and heated base to shorten the cooking time. These compact units have only 437 mm (17.20 inch) width and a temperature range between 30°C and 290°C (86°F and 554°F). They can be used for toasting, heating, or cooking, and your foods will be ready in 3 minutes.

Lincat Bar Equipment

Lincat bar equipment is primarily offered under the IMC Fresh Thinking brand. Known for its robust construction and efficient performance, Lincat's product range includes various essential bar tools such as ice makers, beverage dispensers, bottle coolers, and glass washers. For example, the Lincat IMC IM65 Ice Maker produces up to 65 kilograms (143 lbs) of clear, long-lasting ice per 24 hours, perfect for cocktails and drinks. The DF33 Beverage Dispenser maintains drinks at an ideal serving temperature and has a 33-liter (8.71 gallons) capacity, allowing quick and consistent service. Additionally, Lincat's BC120 Bottle Cooler features rapid cooling capabilities, storing up to 120 bottles and cooling them to the perfect serving temperature of 3-8°C (37°F-46°F).

Lincat IMClean Cleaning and Rinsing Tools

Lincat IMC Fresh Thinking series hand washing and sanitizing stations, power brushes, hose reels, and soak tanks help you maintain kitchen hygiene.

Lincat Fryers

Offered in Frifri, Silverlink, and Opus brands, Lincat has a variety of fryers, including countertop or freestanding models. They operate between 130°C and 190°C (266°F and 374°F) and can be controlled through rotary controls or touchscreen panels. Featuring 1, 2, or 3 tanks, these Lincat commercial deep fryers can cook up to 66 kilograms (145.5 lbs) of frozen food at one time or 52 kg (114 lbs) chip cooking capacity for small units. Most Lincat fryers have LiftFri, an automatic basket lift option that enables you to handle other tasks rather than constantly supervising the cooking process.

Lincat Grills, Griddles, Chargrills

Lincat presents a wide collection of chargrills, panini grills, griddles, salamander griddles, and toasters designed for commercial use. Chargrills are available from 450 mm to 1200 mm (17.71 inches) wide, and you can find electric or gas-powered models. They have a heat zone design to save energy by heating only the area you want to use. Electric and gas griddles are designed with faster heating to shorten cooking time.

Lincat Holding and Servery Equipment

Lincat holding and server equipment contain merchandisers, bains maries, hot cupboards, and hot hold bins to enable you to display your products for higher sales or hold them until service. Bain Maries are available with wet and dry heat models and offer up to 6 wells to hold dishes or sauces. Hot cupboards are engineered to hold your food at a stable temperature between 20°C and 99°C (68°F-210°F) so that you can serve your hot dishes at the optimal level. Their capacity ranges from 2-well units to 6-well models, or you can choose plain top models to place the food pans.

The seal series includes heated merchandisers available on countertops or freestanding units. Their temperature can be set from 72°C to 95°C (161°F to 203°F). Unheated glass display cases are also available for pastries, and they are wholly enclosed with glass walls to enable a clear view of your products.

Lincat Kitchen Furniture

Lincat offers shelves, stands, organizers, tables, and cupboards for commercial kitchens. These are made from high-quality stainless steel to ensure long-term durability and high weight capacity.

Lincat Pasta Cookers and Bratt Pans

Lincat pasta cookers are available as countertop, drop-in, or freestanding units. In one cycle, they can cook up to 14 kg (30.86 lbs)of fresh pasta. These units are versatile; you can cook eggs, frozen rice, or vacuum-packed foods. Lincat bratt pans offer 81 liters (21.39 gallons) of cooking column and are ideal for frying onions, stewing vegetables, or braising meat.

Lincat Ranges, Ovens, and Hobs

Lincat product collection includes ranges and ovens designed and produced for utmost durability, efficiency, and practical use. Convection ovens are electrically powered and available on countertops and slim units to fit small spaces. Various models can hold 3 or 4 GN1/1, GN1/2, or GN2/3 pan. They can be operated between 50°C and 250°C (122°F and 482°F). Lincat combi ovens are cutting-edge cooking units developed under the Invoq brand and use steam and convection heat. They can hold up to 20 pans and consume about 19% less energy. Lincat pizza ovens are designed for perfection in pizza cooking, and there are single or twin-deck options with 966 mm width. The Silverling 600 series also contains powerful ovens with glass or solid door options.

Lincat oven ranges combine ovens with burners, induction, or solid tops. There are gas, electric, or dual fuel models, ranging between 600mm and 800mm (23.62 inches and 31.49 inches) in depth and 600mm (four-zone) and 900mm (six-zone) (31.49 inches and 35.43 inches) in width.

Lincat Vegetable Prep Equipment

Lincat facilitates the time-consuming vegetable preparation processes with chippers and peelers. Lincat chippers handle up to 25 kg (55.11 lbs) products per minute and offer 12mm, 14mm, 17mm by 14mm, or 21mm by 17mm knife block options. Lincat peelers are true beasts for commercial kitchens, with their huge processing capacity reaching up to 1435 kg (3165 lbs) per hour.

Lincat Ventilation and Recirculation Equipment

Lincat Refresh self-contained kitchen ventilation systems do not require connection to external resources and can be installed over many of your kitchen equipment. The SmartVent series is designed to remove the odor, grease, and smoke from your kitchen and can be constructed at different lengths. Lincat also has fume filtration units suitable for use with electric equipment.

Lincat Waste Management Equipment

Lincat waste management systems are ideal for handling food debris, remnants, and wastes through high-quality equipment. The Lincat waste handling systems include:

• Food waste dewaterer
• Food waste disposers
• Food waste macerator and dewaterer
• Waste compactors

Lincat Water Boilers

Lincat FilterFlow automatic water boilers are designed to provide safe, economical hot water for your employees, customers, or guests. They are available in single or win tank options and twin tap models. During lower traffic, the boiler features a built-in eco mode that reduces the water heating column by 50%.

Which Foodservice Industries Can Benefit From Lincat Products?

• Coffee Shops: Lincat offers high-quality coffee machines and beverage dispensers that ensure quick and consistent service, which is essential for high customer turnover. Their compact and efficient equipment is ideal for limited space and high-demand environments.
• Hospitals and Care Homes: Lincat's versatile cooking and warming equipment efficiently supports preparing nutritious meals. Their user-friendly and reliable appliances help care homes maintain consistent meal quality for residents, patients, and staff.
• Schools and Universities: University dining services benefit from Lincat's diverse range of kitchen appliances, which cater to many students. The durability and efficiency of Lincat products support varied dietary needs and large-scale meal preparations.
• Foodcourts & Convenience Stores: Lincat's compact and reliable hot holding and cooking solutions enable quick food preparation and display. This helps these businesses offer fresh and appealing food options to on-the-go customers.
• Pubs and Bars: Lincat provides essential cooking and holding equipment for various menu items, from quick bar snacks to more substantial pub meals. Its efficient and space-saving designs are ideal for busy bar kitchens.
• Restaurants: Restaurants benefit from Lincat's extensive range of high-performance cooking appliances, which enhance kitchen efficiency and food quality. Their equipment supports both large and small-scale operations with precision and reliability.
• Hospitality Clubs and Hotels: Lincat's versatile and elegant kitchen solutions cater to the diverse needs of hotels and clubs, from breakfast buffets to fine dining. Their durable and high-capacity equipment ensures smooth operation and guest satisfaction.

Government Institutions: Lincat products help institutions maintain high food service standards with reliable and energy-efficient equipment. Their appliances support the preparation of large quantities of food, which is essential for institutional settings.