Carter-Hoffmann E8612V Aluminum Enclosed Pan Cabinet | Holds 12–24 Pans | Commercial Grade Storage

Overview

The Carter-Hoffmann (Middleby) E8612V pan cabinet is a commercial-grade, unheated, enclosed storage cabinet engineered to streamline your kitchen workflow. Built from durable aluminum with solid hinged doors and mounted on 5" casters, this cabinet holds up to 12 18"x26" trays or 24 12"x20" pans at 4-1/2" spacing. With 12 slide pairs and adjustable slides in 1-1/2" increments, the E8612V gives you flexible, organized storage that supports fast prep, staging, and service during a restaurant opening or ongoing operations.

Key Features

• Universal pan slides: Accepts multiple pan sizes so you can standardize on one cabinet for varied menu prep, reducing equipment complexity during your kitchen buildout.
• Capacity & organization: Holds 12 full-size (18"x26") trays or 24 12"x20" pans with 12 slide pairs—ideal for batch prep and mise en place.
• Adjustable slides: Slide spacing adjustable in 1-1/2" increments for flexible pan arrangement and optimized storage density.
• Aluminum construction: Lightweight yet durable, corrosion-resistant body simplifies cleaning and helps maintain sanitary operations.
• Enclosed design with solid doors: Protects contents from dust and cross-contamination when staged in prep areas or near pass-throughs.
• Mobile on 5" casters: Easy to reposition for changing kitchen layouts, equipment installs, or quick reconfiguration during a restaurant opening.
• Non-insulated, unheated design: Intended for dry storage and staging—ideal when you need reliable, low-maintenance storage without additional power requirements.
• Compact footprint: Overall dimensions 65-1/2" x 31" x 26" fit many kitchen plans while providing substantial pan capacity.

Built for Commercial Success

The E8612V is designed for the demands of foodservice. Its heavy-duty aluminum construction and simple, adjustable slide system deliver years of dependable use—critical when every service counts. For entrepreneurs opening a new restaurant, reliability translates to fewer interruptions, more consistent food quality, and reduced replacement costs. Concept Services inspects each unit, confirming mechanical integrity and slide operation, so you receive a cabinet that’s ready to perform from day one.

Specifications at a Glance

Model: Carter-Hoffmann E8612V (Middleby)
Type: Enclosed bun / food pan cabinet (unheated)
Construction: Aluminum
Capacity: 12 x 18"x26" trays OR 24 x 12"x20" pans
Slide pairs: 12 pairs, adjustable in 1-1/2" increments
Centers (slide spacing): 4-1/2" standard spacing
Doors: Solid hinged doors
Insulation: Non-insulated (dry storage)
Dimensions (overall): 65-1/2" W x 31" D x 26" H
Casters: 5"

Why Restaurant Owners Choose This

When you're preparing for a restaurant opening, you need equipment that simplifies decisions and accelerates readiness. The E8612V reduces clutter, centralizes staged product, and supports efficient mise en place—helping your kitchen team execute consistently from the first service. Combined with Concept Services' full-service approach—sourcing the right model, inspecting for quality, installing with code-compliant utility coordination, and providing ongoing support—you get more than a cabinet: you get a dependable building block in your foodservice operation that helps you open faster and operate with confidence.

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