Alto-Shaam ED3-96 Halo Heat Hot Food Displays - ED3-96
Full-service | 7-pan sections | 3 independent heat zones
Showcase, merchandise and hold a full buffet line of hot entrées in one sleek 96-inch footprint. Alto-Shaam’s fan-free Halo Heat® technology gently surrounds food with even radiant warmth, keeping menu items fresh and flavorful for hours while brilliant LED lighting and a mirrored back boost visual appeal and impulse sales.
Features
- Fanless, waterless Halo Heat® eliminates drying fans and messy humidity pans.
- Three independent heat zones with separate top & bottom thermostats (settings 1–10) let you hold different foods at ideal temps.
- Ceramic overhead heaters add focused top heat for crispy finish and vibrant presentation.
- Seven pan zones fit 7 full-size GN 1/1 pans (or mix & match with included divider bars).
- Energy-saving LED canopy lighting and mirrored sliding rear doors amplify product visibility.
- Self-supporting tempered glass front lifts for easy cleaning and mid-service replenishment.
- Removable mirrored rear doors, side glass panels and a hinged operator-side work shelf/cutting board speed up loading and daily cleanup.
- 4" (102 mm) legs with rubber feet provide stable, non-skid countertop placement.
- cULus & UL EPH Classified for electrical and sanitation safety.
Specifications
| Model |
ED3-96 (countertop with 4" legs) |
| Exterior (H × W × D) |
30-3/16" × 95-15/16" × 43-13/16" (767 × 2438 × 1113 mm) |
| Well (W × L × D) |
27-1/4" × 93-5/16" × 4-1/2" (692 × 2370 × 114 mm) |
| Heat zones |
3 (each with independent top & bottom heat) |
| Electrical |
208 V / 1 Ph / 50-60 Hz - 16.8 A - 3.49 kW – 6 ft cord, NEMA 6-30P plug
240 V / 1 Ph / 50-60 Hz - 19.3 A - 4.64 kW – 6 ft cord, NEMA 6-30P plug |
| Net weight |
526 lb (239 kg) |
| Certifications |
cULus, UL EPH Classified, ANSI/NSF 4 |
Capacities
| Pan size |
Pan dimensions |
Quantity |
| Full-Size / GN 1/1 |
12" × 20" × 2-1/2" |
7 |
| Half-Size / GN 1/2 |
12" × 10" × 2-1/2" |
14 |
| One-Third / GN 1/3 |
12" × 6" × 2-1/2" |
7 |
| Full-Size sheet pan |
18" × 26" |
4 |
What’s included
- 6 long & 7 short pan divider bars
- Operator-side hinged work shelf / cutting board
- 4" (102 mm) legs with rubber feet (factory installed)
- 1-year parts & labor warranty
What our Experts Think
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Extended Merchandising Capacity – 96" wide design provides ample space for showcasing multiple hot food items.
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Halo Heat® Technology – Maintains even, gentle heat to keep food warm, fresh, and visually appealing without drying out.
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Attractive Display Design – Enhances product visibility to boost impulse sales in retail and foodservice settings.
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Durable Stainless Steel Build – Built for heavy daily use while ensuring easy cleaning and maintenance.
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Perfect for Supermarkets, Cafeterias & Convenience Stores – Combines hot holding performance with an appealing presentation.
Q&A
Q: What is the Alto-Shaam ED3-96?
A: The ED3-96 is a Halo Heat® hot food display case, designed to showcase and hold prepared foods at safe serving temperatures while maintaining quality and freshness.
Q: How wide is this model?
A: The ED3-96 is a 96-inch wide display, offering ample merchandising space for a variety of hot food items.
Q: What heating technology does it use?
A: It features Halo Heat® technology, providing gentle, even heat without fans, water, or harsh elements—keeping food moist and flavorful.
Q: What types of food is it best for?
A: Ideal for rotisserie chicken, pizza, fried foods, side dishes, and hot grab-and-go meals.
Q: Is it designed for customer-facing use?
A: Yes. Its sleek glass design and lighting enhance visibility and presentation, making it perfect for supermarkets, c-stores, and cafeterias.
Q: What are the main benefits of this unit?
A: It helps increase impulse sales, extend holding times, reduce food waste, and improve food safety, all while providing an attractive display.
Q: Where is the ED3-96 most commonly used?
A: Ideal for grocery stores, delis, quick-service restaurants, and institutional foodservice operations.
Maintenance Tips
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Hot food merchandiser with Halo Heat® technology for gentle, even holding
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96-inch wide display ideal for high-volume foodservice and retail operations
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Maintains food quality with precise temperature control and no added humidity
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Glass display design provides excellent visibility to boost impulse sales
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Multiple shelving tiers for flexible product presentation
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Energy-efficient operation with low operating costs
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Durable stainless steel construction built for heavy commercial use
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Easy-to-clean surfaces for improved food safety and maintenance
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Ideal for cafeterias, grocery stores, c-stores, and quick-service restaurants
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UL and NSF certified for commercial foodservice compliance
