Univex Single Countertop Panini Press with Smooth Plates - UVPPRESS1F

Univex Single Countertop Panini Press with Smooth Plates - UVPPRESS1F

This Univex PPRESS1F panini press is ideal for preparing meat, fish, eggs, vegetables, cheese, sandwiches, and any other food that can be grilled. It has a single design with one standard hinged upper grill. Its cooking surface is 9.8" x 10". The PPRESS1F has manual controls and an adjustable temperature. The temperature can be adjusted up to 572°F. The non-stick ceramic coated cast iron plates are easy to clean, ensuring hygiene. They are acid and salt-proof and resistant to oxidation.

Features

• Single, countertop design
• Manual controls
• 9.8" x 10" cooking surface
• (1) standard hinged upper grill
• Adjustable temperature up to 572°F
• Built-in timers
• Includes scraping brush
• Stainless steel exterior
• Non- stick ceramic coated cast iron for easy cleaning and extended life of the unit
• Even and fast heat distribution
• Well suited for high volume operations
• Perfect thermal conductivity
• Self balancing upper plate
• Suitable for cooking meat, fish, eggs, vegetables, cheese and any other food that can be grilled
• Ideal for sandwiches and rolls of different size and thickness
• Long life cast iron plates to ensure hygiene, acid and salt proofness and resistance to oxidation
• Offers a large cooking surface
• Smooth cast iron plates

Specifications

• Model: PPRESS1F
• Electrical Information:
• Volts: 120
• Hz: 60
• Phase: Single
• Amps: 15
• Plug: NEMA 5-15P
  
• Dimensions: 9.2" H x 10.2" W x 17.1" D
• Approximate Weight: 37 lbs.
  

What our Experts Think  

• Commercial countertop sandwich performance – The Univex UVPPRESS1F is a single electric panini press with smooth cast iron plates, designed for cafes, kiosks, and restaurant prep stations needing consistent, high-quality pressed sandwiches.
• Smooth plate design for even contact cooking – Its smooth upper and lower cast iron surfaces ensure uniform heat transfer, producing evenly browned paninis, melts, and breakfast sandwiches without ridge marks.
• Reliable 120V commercial heating system – Runs on a standard 120V / 15A connection and reaches up to ~572°F, providing strong searing capability for fast ticket times and consistent results.
• Compact, space-saving footprint – With a ~9.8" × 10" cooking surface, it is optimized for single-order production and tight countertop layouts in busy kitchens.
• Heavy-duty cast iron construction – Durable plates retain heat effectively, ensuring stable cooking temperatures during continuous service and improving long-term reliability under commercial use.
• Operator-friendly controls – Simple manual temperature control with a built-in timer helps standardize cooking cycles across shifts, reducing inconsistency during peak hours.
• Hinged self-balancing top plate – Adapts to different sandwich thicknesses while maintaining even pressure, preventing over-compression and improving food presentation.
• Low-maintenance stainless steel body – Designed for easy wipe-down cleaning and daily commercial sanitation routines, keeping downtime minimal between service periods.

                 
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