TST-20

HEATED HOLDING TRANSPORT CABINETS
For Various Size Trays, Pans, and Gastro-Norm
Top Mount "TST" Series

TST-20 Spec Sheet

Elevate Your Kitchen with a Slim Profile: The TST Series, Where Top Mount Heating Meets High Demands.

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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS

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DESCRIPTION

FWE TST Series Top Mount Heated Holding Transport Cabinets

The FWE TST Series Top Mount Heated Holding Transport Cabinets are designed to transport and hold bulk food products while maintaining safe serving temperatures and consistent food quality. Ideal for schools, healthcare facilities, catering operations, commissaries, and institutional foodservice environments, these cabinets combine a slim profile, high-capacity storage, and advanced top-mounted heating technology for dependable performance.

Product Overview

Built specifically for transport applications, the TST Series utilizes FWE's Top Mount heating system to circulate heated air evenly throughout the cabinet, eliminating hot and cold spots while maintaining food at serving temperatures. Its narrow footprint allows operators to move through tight hallways and kitchen spaces without sacrificing holding capacity, making it ideal for high-volume foodservice operations.

Key Features & Benefits

Top Mount Heat System - Gently circulates heated air throughout the cabinet to eliminate hot and cold spots and provide uniform temperatures.
Slim Space-Saving Profile - Narrow cabinet design fits easily into tight storage areas, hallways, kitchens, and transport routes.
Built for Transport - Reinforced welded stainless steel frame is designed to absorb vibration and shock during transport.
Adjustable No-Tip Tray Slides - Trays and pans remain stable and supported even when partially extended.
Protected Heating Components - Top-mounted heating elements are protected from spills while simplifying floor cleaning and maintenance.
User-Friendly Digital Controls - Electronic controls feature an easy-to-read temperature display and simple operation.
Programmable Low Temperature Alarm - Built-in alarm helps support food safety and temperature monitoring.
Open Bottom Cabinet Design - Simplifies cleaning and reduces maintenance requirements.
Flexible Tray Compatibility - Accommodates 18" x 26" trays, 14" x 18" trays, 12" x 20" pans, and GN 1/1 containers.
Removable Tray Slides - Adjustable slide assemblies remove without tools for cleaning and sanitation.
Multiple Door Configurations - Available with pass-through, Dutch door, and Lexan door options on select models.

Construction & Durability

Constructed with heliarc welded stainless steel, reinforced tubular framing, ceramic and fiberglass insulation, heavy-duty door hardware, and commercial-grade casters, the TST Series is built for long-term performance in demanding transport and holding applications. A wraparound bumper system provides added protection during daily movement and operation.

Performance Specifications

Temperature range: 90°F to 190°F (32°C to 88°C)
Top-mounted forced-air heating system
Digital electronic temperature controls
Programmable low temperature alarm
Adjustable no-tip tray slide system
Tray slides adjustable on 1.5" centers
Accommodates 18" x 26", 14" x 18", 12" x 20", and GN 1/1 trays and pans
Available in capacities ranging from 7 to 30 tray positions
Single-door and double-door models available
120V, 208V, and 220-240V electrical configurations available
Two-year limited warranty

Ideal Applications

K-12 schools and universities
Healthcare and hospital foodservice
Catering and banquet operations
Commissaries and central production kitchens
Correctional and institutional dining facilities
Large-scale food transport operations
Commercial foodservice operations

Why FWE?

For decades, FWE has been a trusted manufacturer of food holding and transport equipment designed for performance, durability, and reliability. The TST Series continues that tradition by combining transport-ready construction, advanced top-mounted heating technology, flexible tray capacity, and user-friendly controls to help operators maintain food quality and improve service efficiency.

TST-20 - Top Mount Heated Holding Cabinet (Up to 20 Slides):
Take your culinary capabilities to the next level with the TST-20 Top Mount Heated Holding Cabinet. Boasting twenty tray slides, this cabinet is designed for kitchens that prioritize both performance and capacity. It's the ultimate solution for maintaining food quality and quantity in tight spaces.

FEATURES

Agency Approvals
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
Caster
6" Casters - 6" Heavy-duty casters - polyurethane casters are long lasting and used for easy maneuverability, even when fully loaded
Mobile
EZ Roll Heavy Duty Poly Caster - The EZ Roll Casters are standard on FWE cabinets and provide moderate floor protection with a high weight capacity.
EZ roll casters are shock absorbing and roll easier under heavy loads.

Available in 5", 6" and 8" diameters.
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.
Top Mount Mechanical Controls - Controls are up-front, easy to read and set, and include a full-range Fahrenheit/Celsius thermostat for easy operation
Door Count
2 Doors
Door Hinge
Edgemount Hinges - Heavy-duty edge mount die cast hinges
Door Latch
Magnetic Door Latch - Heavy duty full grip magnetic door latch
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
Side by Side Doors - Flush mounted, stainless steel insulated french style doors help maintain cabinet temperature during peak serving times
Electrical
Hidden Elements - Elements and blower are protected from spillage. Bottom of the cabinet is open for easy cleaning reducing maintenance and cleaning costs
Extra
Warranty - Two year limited warranty
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
Heat System
Top Mount Heat System - Large air circulation top heat source provides open bottom base
Hinging
Hinges on Right and Left Side - Hinges on the right and left side
Slides and Shelves
Adjustable Slides for 18x26 Trays - Unique tray slide design holds trays or pans by the bottom for greater support for heavy food items - tray slides are adjustable and removable for thorough interior cleaning

OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES

Caster
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.
Center Floor Lock - Undercarriage lock-down keeps mobile equipment securely in place by gently lifting the unit high enough so the casters do not touch the ground.
Must be used with 6" casters.
Larger & Upgraded Casters - Larger Casters
Control Panel
Mechanical Controls - Mechanical controls
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
Dutch Doors - Dutch doors help maintain cabinet temperature during peak serving times
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
208 Volt
Extra
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
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
X-Factor Frame (consult factory) - X-Factor Frame
Handles
Ergo-drop down handles - Ergo-drop down handle
Tubular Push Handles - Heavy duty stainless steel push pull handles are secured to the unit with reinforced backing plate. Ergonomically designed to be easy on the hands
Hinging
Alternate Door Swing Configurations - Alternate door swing configurations are available for multi door cabinets
Slides and Shelves
Fixed Slides for 18x26 Trays - Fixed slides accommodate 18" x 26" or 14" x 18" trays. Unique pan slide racks' front edges are relieved for easy loading, one piece die stamped stainless steel for extra strength, and removable for easy cleaning
Extra Tray Slides - Extra tray slides

LONG FORM SPEC

Specified unit shall be FWE Model No. TST-20, Heated Holding Transport Cabinets.

CONSTRUCTION. Heliarc welded, single unit construction of stainless steel; 20 gauge polished exterior, 22 gauge stainless steel interior. Welded tubular base frame shall be 1" square, heavy gauge stainless steel tubing, with 10 gauge stainless steel reinforcing plates at corners.

INSULATION. Insulated throughout; top, back, bottom, sides, doors using high density ceramic and fiberglass insulation.

HANDLES. Heavy-duty, solid formed 1" x .375" thick; mounted at each end of unit. Mountings reinforced with stainless steel channel.

BUMPER. Solid 1.5" wide continuous wraparound aluminum channel, bolted to frame, with snap-in, non-marking vinyl cushion. Full perimeter bumper extends beyond doors, handles, etc., for added protection. Shall be continuous, with corner cut-outs to facilitate cleaning.

DOORS AND LATCHES. Flush mounted, field reversible, stainless steel insulated door. High temperature gasket sealed; gasket shall be cabinet mounted. Each door shall have two (2) heavy-duty edgemount die cast hinges. Magnetic door latch shall be edgemounted, full grip, and positive closing. The hinge and latch mountings are reinforced with stainless steel backing plates.

CASTERS. Polyurethane tire casters with Zerk grease (lubrication) fittings in a configuration of two (2) rigid, and four (4) swivel with brake on single-door models. Casters shall have a reinforced yoke welded to 10 gauge caster mounting plate. The caster mounting plate shall be secured to a 10 gauge stainless steel reinforcing stress plate via welded in place stainless steel studs. The reinforcing stress plates shall be welded to the heavy gauge tubular frame of the unit.

TRAY SLIDES. Welded rod-style tray slides are nickel plated for greater durability and sanitation. Fully adjustable / removable and designed to give secure bottom tray support. No-tip tray guide keeps 18" x 26" trays upright even when partially pulled out for increased accessibility. Removable stainless steel uprights shall be punched on 1.5" (38mm) spacing for easy tray/pan adjustment, and shall easily lift off of heavy-duty, stainless steel brackets without the use of tools. Each pair of tray slides shall accommodate: (1) 18" x 26", (2) 14" x 18" trays, (1) 12" x 20" or (1) GN 1/1.

HEATING SYSTEM/CONTROLS. Top mounted, forced air blower system shall include Hi-Temp, self-lubricated, impedance protected, fan-cooled blower motor to distribute heat equally throughout cabinet interior with distribution tunnels shall be vented for balanced air circulation. 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 tri-directional power cord and plug, rear mounted for safety. 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.

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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.

TST-20

Elevate Your Kitchen with a Slim Profile: The TST Series, Where Top Mount Heating Meets High Demands.

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

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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