HLC-10

HEATED HOLDING CABINETS
For 12"x 20" Pans, 18"x 13" Trays and GN 1/1 Containers
Radiant "HLC" Series

HLC-10 Spec Sheet

Compact and Mobile Heated Holding Cabinet

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DESCRIPTION

FWE HLC Series Heated Holding Cabinets

The FWE HLC Series Heated Holding Cabinets are designed to hold bulk food at safe serving temperatures while helping operators maintain quality, consistency, and efficiency in high-volume foodservice environments. Engineered for restaurants, catering operations, and institutional kitchens, this solution combines radiant heat technology with durable stainless steel construction to improve food quality and overall performance.

Product Overview

Built for demanding foodservice operations, the HLC Series provides a compact, mobile solution for holding prepared food at optimal temperatures. Designed to accommodate multiple pan sizes and configurations, these cabinets are ideal for operations that require continuous replenishment and efficient staging.

Key Features & Benefits

Radiant Heating System - Provides even, gentle heat distribution to maintain food quality without drying out product.
Universal Pan Compatibility - Accommodates 12" x 20" pans, 18" x 13" trays, and GN 1/1 containers.
Easy-to-Use Electronic Controls - Digital display with adjustable temperature and low temperature alarm ensures precision and food safety.
Magnetic Workflow Door Handle - Eliminates latch hardware for smoother operation and reduced maintenance.
Removable Pan Slide Racks - One-piece stainless steel rack design allows easy loading, unloading, and cleaning.
Field-Reversible Doors - Offers flexible installation to fit different kitchen layouts (single-door models).
Quick-Ship Availability - Select models (e.g., HLC-8) available for rapid delivery to meet urgent demands.
Energy Star Options - Select models help reduce energy costs and support sustainability goals.

Construction & Durability

Constructed with heliarc welded stainless steel and a fully insulated cabinet design, the HLC Series is built for long-term reliability. Features such as high-density fiberglass insulation, reinforced door systems, and heavy-duty casters provide durability, easy cleaning, and dependable daily performance.
Performance Specifications

Temperature range: 90°F to 190°F (32°C to 88°C)
Radiant heat system with electronic controls
Standard 2.625" pan slide spacing
Available in multiple capacities (3-16 pan configurations)
120V and 220-240V electrical options
Mobile (casters) and countertop configurations available
Two-year limited warranty

Ideal Applications

Restaurants and catering operations
Healthcare and institutional kitchens
School cafeterias
Banquet and high-volume foodservice

Why FWE?

For decades, FWE has been trusted by foodservice operators for equipment that delivers exceptional durability, performance, and reliability. The HLC Series continues that tradition by providing a compact, efficient solution for maintaining food quality and streamlining kitchen operations in fast-paced environments.

HLC-10 - Radiant Heated Holding Cabinet (10 Pan Capacity)

The HLC-10 delivers dependable performance with space for up to ten pans, ideal for operations requiring higher capacity. Built with durable stainless steel and featuring precise electronic controls, this unit maintains food quality and safety during service. Its robust design is tailored to meet the demands of catering, hospitality, and institutional kitchens.

FEATURES

Agency Approvals
UL EPH - UL EPH recognizes products certified to meet environmental and public health standards. The UL EPH logo shows the word "Classified" above the UL mark, which indicates that the product complies with ANSI/NSF standards, in addition to other applicable codes.
CUL - C-UL mark indicates a product meets the CSA testing standards for Canada.
C-UL-US mark indicates a product meets the UL and CSA testing standards for both the United States and Canada.
CE - The CE mark is mandatory for products sold in the European Economic Area. It indicates the product conforms with certain manufacturing and design safety requirements. CE is similar to UL except it's more of a declaration by the manufacturer that the product meets the relevant rules, rather than being the mark of independent testing.
UL - The UL mark, which now serves customers in more than 100 countries, has become the authority on product safety. Its engineers test for things like soundness of design, safety of electrical components, and structural integrity of products for which UL listing is sought.
If you think of NSF International classification as protection for your customers, then the mark of Underwriters Laboratories (UL) indicates safety for those who work in your commercial kitchen. The Illinois-based testing agency assures that the equipment that gets its stamp operates safely. There is also a sanitation classification that offers similar assurances about food safety as the NSF mark. Products are indicated as "Classified UL-EPH."
Bumpers
No Bumper - No bumper
Caster
Mobile
3.5" Casters - 3.5" Heavy-duty casters - polyurethane casters are long lasting and used for easy maneuverability, even when fully loaded
All Swivel Casters - All swivel casters allow for greater maneuverability. Great for tight turns or severe corners (such as on and off trucks or narrow hallways).
A drawback to the all swivel configuration is that it is harder to control the direction of the equipment when rolled in a straight line.
Construction
Stainless Steel / Insulated - Constructed of stainless steel, with welded base frame for added strength and durability - fully insulated cabinet and door provide energy efficient heating and longer holding times
Control Panel
Electronic Controls - Electronic controls featuring easy to read digital display of cabinet temperature (with recall capacity of temperature set point and actual cabinet temperature), equipped with a programmable low temperature alarm, master ON/OFF switch with power indicator light.
Door Count
2 Doors
Door Hinge
Edgemount Hinges - Heavy-duty edge mount die cast hinges
Door Latch
Magnetic Work Flow Door Handle - Magnetic work flow door handles ergonomically accommodates kitchen staff and servers of varying heights
Doors
Full Stainless Steel Door - Flush mounted, stainless steel insulated doors
Gasket Sealed - Gasket sealed door; tight double seal makes for a perfect secure closure and easy to clean
Electrical
Tri-Directional Cord - Recessed tri-direction cord pocket - allows for compact fit
Extra
Low Profile - Low profile design, conveniently fits under 36" counter and can easily be stored when not in use
Warranty - Two year limited warranty
Handles
No Handles
Heat System
Radiant Heat System - FWE's natural convection heat system allows a soft heat to radiate throughout the compartment. Heat rises naturally and circulates from bottom to top without blowers. Radiant heat is best suited for short term heated holding.
Hinging
Hinges on Right and Left Side - Hinges on the right and left side
Slides and Shelves
Fixed Slides for 12x20 Pans - Accommodates shallow and and deep 12" x 20" pans , 18" x 13" trays and GN 1/1 containers. Unique pan slides racks' front edges are relieved for easy loading, one piece die stamped stainless steel for extra strength, and removable for easy cleaning.

OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES

Bumpers
Full Bumper - Heavy duty full perimeter bumper extends beyond doors and handles for added protection. The bumper is mounted to the base frame for added durability - the bumper is not used as the base frame. In this way, the bumper absorbs all the shock in transport, protecting the integrity of the construction.
Top Corner Bumpers - Top corner bumpers are a good option for those customers not needing the protection of a full bumper, but still require protection for walls and surrounding equipment.
Caster
Larger & Upgraded Casters - Larger Casters
Adjustable Legs - FWE offers a wide variety of adjustable legs for when casters are not an option. 4" and 6" adjustable legs are available on almost all of FWE's equipment.
All adjustable legs are provided with sealed precision bearing with a black anti-rust coating.
Control Panel
Mechanical Controls - Mechanical controls
Door Hinge
Lift Off Hinges - Lift off hinges - door swings 270 degrees and lifts off for thorough cleaning
Door Latch
Key Locking Door Latch - Heavy duty door latch with key locking capabilities
Paddle Door Latch - Recessed paddle style door latch
Padlocking Transport Latch - Cabinet mounted latch keeps door secure during transport, increased security with padlocking capabilities
Doors
Pass Through Doors - Pass-thru doors create a convenient connection from preparation side to serving areas. With access from both sides of the cabinet staff is free to focus on customers, taking more orders and serving carry-outs during peak meal times
See-Thru Lexan Doors - See-thru lexan door provides high visability for hot and fresh items
Electrical
220-240 Volt - 220-240 Volt
Upgraded Element - Upgraded Element
Extra
Menu Card Holder - Door mounted frame to display menu card
Passive Humidity Pan - Passive humidity pan; provided to add optional humidity to cabinet environment and to prevent drying out food, improving food quality
Security Packages - HDM security packages can be added to select cabinets to help increase the security and durability of your unit
Stacking Kit - Stacking kit; the optional stacking kit saves space with double the capacity (Add "S" for stackable design - no casters)
X-Factor Frame (consult factory) - X-Factor Frame
Graphic Wrap - Use your cabinet as a bill board! Catch the eye of your customer with your custom logo, message, or menu item images with a graphic wrap.
Cord Winder Brackets - Cabinet mounted brackets allow for cord to be wrapped and out of the way when not in use
Dry Erase Board - Door mounted dry erase board for menu changes or cabinet identification
Handles
Push Pull Handles - Push/pull handles allow for easy maneuvering. Handles are secured to the unit with reinforced backing plate. Ergonomically designed to be easy on the hands
Recessed Antimicrobial Hand Grips - Recessed antimicrobial hand grips detain illness causing pathogens
Hinging
Alternate Door Swing Configurations - Alternate door swing configurations are available for multi door cabinets

LONG FORM SPEC

Specified unit shall be FWE Model No. HLC-10, Heated Holding Cabinets.

CONSTRUCTION. Heliarc welded, single unit construction of stainless steel; 20 gauge polished exterior, 22 gauge stainless steel interior with easy-to-clean coved corners.

INSULATION. "Ultra-Guard" UG-26 high density fiberglass insulation throughout; top, back, bottom, sides and door(s).

DOORS AND LATCHES. Flush mounted, double pan, stainless steel doors shall have 1" thick fiberglass insulation. Single door models are field reversible. High temperature door gasket mounted on cabinet. Each door shall be equipped with a horizontal magnetic work flow handle. Countertop models, HLC-3, and HLC-4 are provided with a full length vertical work flow handle. Each door shall have two (2) heavy-duty edgemount die cast hinges.

CASTERS. Maintenance free polyurethane tire casters in a configuration of four (4) swivel with brake. Casters shall have a reinforced yoke mounted to a 18 gauge stainless steel sheet base. Caster mounting plate shall be secured to base with bolts. Countertop models HLC-3 and HLC-4 are not provided with casters

PAN SLIDES. Stainless steel racks shall be one piece die stamped channel-type pan slides at 2.625" (66.7 mm) spacings to accommodate either deep or shallow 12" x 20" or GN 1/1 pans (at varying capacities - see chart). Racks are removable without tools for cleaning. Racks shall lift off of heavy-duty stainless steel supports.

HEATED SYSTEM/CONTROLS. Radiant heat system shall include an Incoloy nickel-chromium alloy heating element. Electronic controls shall include an easy to read digital display of cabinet temperature (with recall capacity of temperature set point and actual cabinet temperature), equipped with a programmable low temperature alarm, master ON/OFF switch with power indicator light. Adjustable temperature range from 90°F to 190°F (32°C to 88°C).

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS. 3 wire grounded power cord and plug. See electrical data chart above for amperage and receptacle configuration. See electrical chart for models that require a dedicated circuit.

INSTALLATION. Unit should not be installed in an area where adverse environmental conditions are present. Countertop models have been designed and manufactured to be sealed to the counter. -NSF std 4 (Installation - Recommended using a FDA Food Grade caulk which is NSF and UL listed making it safe to use around all food operations)

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FWE products may be covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 288,299;238,300;3,952,609;4,192,991.

HLC-10

Compact and Mobile Heated Holding Cabinet

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If you can dream it, we can build it. Cook | Hold | Transport | Serve | Refrigeration | Bars

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Food Warming Equipment Company, Inc.

Food Warming Equipment Company, Inc.

If you can dream it, we can build it.
Cook | Hold | Transport | Serve | Refrigeration | Bars

If you can dream it, we can build it.
Cook | Hold | Transport | Serve | Refrigeration | Bars