Gas burners play a key role in managing cooking time and consumption. A good burner not only significantly contributes to ensuring excellent performance in the kitchen, but is also a crucial factor for saving energy. And the latter is certainly a key aspect for those working in energy-intensive environments such as professional restaurant kitchens. Find out which burners are the most efficient and how to keep them in good condition to ensure high quality along with savings.
The Evolution of Gas Burners in Contemporary Catering
Found on the cooktop of a kitchen, the burners are the most visible components of the combustion system on which the hob's operation relies. They consist of two removable parts: the cast-iron steel burner body, which is the base, and the cast-iron burner flame speader, which is the upper part.
The innovation revolutionising the performance and consumption of gas burners today is found in the flame spreader: it modifies the key element which, positioned between the flame and the pot, should distribute heat evenly over the pot, prevent localised burning and improve energy efficiency.
In traditional burners, the flame spreader does not always carry out its role properly because the flame tends to widen beyond measure when a pan is placed over it, resulting in a significant expenditure of energy, a less efficient cooking process and sometimes even a real risk for those working in the kitchen every day.
The new generation of burners solves this problem with a smart targeted-flow system that allows the flame to perfectly adapt to the size of the pan bottom. A significant evolution in hob technology: considering there is no heat loss, it optimises energy efficiency, reduces cooking time and, not least, helps to make the work environment safer for kitchen staff because accidents related to uncontrolled flare-ups are minimised.
FIREFLEX Gas Burners: High Technology that Optimises Consumption
Technological innovation applied to the world of professional catering is increasingly focused on reducing the waste of energy resources in order to decrease environmental impact, while simultaneously promoting the proper balance between high performance and low consumption in the kitchen.
FIREFLEX is the result of research and development in this regard, bringing into play a deep understanding of the needs of kitchen professionals, state-of-the-art smart technologies and the highest levels of sustainability.
Created by Lotus kitchens, a leading company in the industry for 40 years, the innovative adaptive gas burner crowns of FIREFLEX automatically modulate the flame to the specific size of the pot, keeping it consistently tulip-shaped within the edges of the pot itself, regardless of its size.
The results?
Notable reduction in gas consumption with significant savings in operating costs
Higher performance and uniform cooking that improves the quality of dishes
Fast cooking time that optimises operating efficiency and customer service
Greater safety thanks to an always controlled and well-positioned flame
An innovative and advantageous solution for all those seeking superior performance with low consumption and a safer working environment in large professional kitchens, as well as in smaller ones.
Gas Burners: How to Clean them and Improve Energy Efficiency
Burners are prone to the accumulation of grease, food debris and other impurities that can affect their proper operation.
A consistent cleaning routine of gas burners not only helps to maintain high performance, but also significantly improves energy efficiency, thus helping to reduce gas consumption and, consequently, lower operating costs.
Here are some simple but effective pointers on how to clean burners:
Turn off and cool the burners: before starting any cleaning, make sure the burner is turned off and completely cooled.
Remove grates and burner caps: cast iron grates or burner caps can usually be detached easily. If they are very dirty, soak them in a solution of hot water and dish soap for a few minutes.
Burner cleaning: use a soft cloth or brush to remove any food residue. You can also use a mixture of vinegar and baking soda to remove stubborn stains. Since the FIREFLEX burner is made of a mixture of steel and cast iron, it can also be washed in the dishwasher as far as the steel part is concerned. The important thing is to ensure that the cast iron parts are dried well after cleaning, otherwise they oxidise.
Check the gas holes: it is important to make sure that the holes through which the gas exits are not plugged. Use a needle or small wire to gently clean them, making sure there is no blockage that could affect gas flow.
Reassemble and test: after cleaning and drying all the parts, reassemble the burners and grates. Turn on the gas to check that the flame is even and stable.
Would you like to learn more about gas burners with FIREFLEX, Lotus's professional flame spreader? Write to lotus@lotuscookers.it or fill out the contact form.