LOTUS Electric Bain-Marie Bowl for GN 1/2 Containers

A bain-marie keeps prepared dishes warm without drying or scorching by bathing the food container in gently heated water. The water conducts heat evenly around the bowl, so sauces stay smooth, vegetables keep their colour and meat stays moist for hours. This method is standard for buffets, canteens and pass-through service where food must hold at serving temperature until plated. The operator fills the built-in water tank, places the GN 1/2 bowl inside and switches the unit on. The element below the tank warms the water to a consistent low temperature; no thermostat setting is required. The bowl sits immersed, its contents warmed indirectly. When service ends, the bowl lifts out and the water drains away. The unit is built entirely of AISI 304 (18/10) stainless steel with a Scotch-Brite satin finish. The body, work surface and trim resist corrosion and staining, and the smooth surfaces wipe clean after each service. The 0.83 kW element draws a modest load on a standard 230 V single-phase circuit, so it can share a spur with other light-duty catering appliances. The 10 kg weight allows one person to move the unit between stations or store it on a shelf when not in use. The 300 mm front-to-back footprint fits neatly on a worktop or under a pass shelf, leaving space for plating alongside. Cleaning is limited to wiping the stainless steel surfaces and draining the water tank after each service to prevent scale build-up. The stainless-steel water tank slides out intact for quick draining and refilling between lunch and dinner service. The BM-1EM is a single-bowl model designed for one GN 1/2 container up to 150 mm deep. It is listed in the LOTUS professional bain-marie range.