Alto-Shaam Halo Heat Steam Tables & Food Wells - 500-HW/D4

Alto-Shaam  Halo Heat Steam Tables & Food Wells - 500-HW/D4

Waterless • 5-pan capacity • EcoSmart energy savings

Serve every dish at its flavorful peak—without steam, plumbing or constant refills. Alto-Shaam’s patented Halo Heat technology blankets food in gentle, even radiant heat to preserve moisture, texture and appearance while dramatically reducing utility and maintenance costs.

Features

• Holds five full-size 12" × 20" (4" deep) pans or up to fifteen 1/3 GN pans.
• True waterless design eliminates lime/scale buildup and daily draining.
• Remote/flush-mount adjustable thermostat for precise, menu-specific holding.
• Includes ten half/third-size and four large divider bars to create custom pan layouts.
• EcoSmart performance draws just 3 kW, slashing energy consumption vs. steam tables.
• Cool-to-touch exterior and no hot steam improve employee and guest safety.
• Heavy-duty stainless steel construction built for the busiest service lines.
  

Specifications

What our Experts Think    

• Industry-standard hot holding performance
  The 500-HW/D4 delivers Alto-Shaam’s proven Halo Heat® radiant system, keeping foods at safe serving temperatures without drying, hot spots, or steam loss.
• Four-well high-capacity design (D4 configuration)
  Built for multi-item service lines, it allows operators to hold entrées, sides, and sauces simultaneously with consistent results across all wells.
• Waterless, no-plumbing efficiency
  Eliminates the need for water, drains, and steam generation—reducing installation complexity and cutting long-term maintenance costs.
• Better food quality retention vs. steam tables
  Gentle radiant heat surrounds food evenly, helping preserve moisture, texture, and flavor for extended holding periods.
• Flexible pan configuration
  Supports full, half, and third-size pan layouts, making it highly adaptable for buffets, cafeterias, catering, and high-volume service lines.
• Independent temperature control per well
  Each section can be adjusted separately, giving chefs precise control for different menu items at once.
• Energy-conscious commercial design
  Engineered to maintain stable holding temperatures with lower energy use than traditional steam-based systems, improving operational efficiency.
• Durable stainless steel construction
  Built for heavy daily use in demanding kitchens, with an emphasis on longevity, hygiene, and easy cleaning.

               
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