Is this popper NSF rated for commercial use? If so, would you please tell me the SD/N and rating info on the steel tag. Thank You
603824
This is not commercial quality. I'm happy with it for home use, but I would want more capacity, durability and easier cleaning if I was looking for a commercial machine.
2182888
I don't see why not. Heavy-duty stainless should work great for you. I love this popper. Use 4 oz. of popcorn max.
148808
Construction quality. This is a substantial popper when compared to others. They are similar in appearance only.
1292700
I have had mine for well over two years and use it on a daily basis for my workers to enjoy a treat during their breaks and lunch hour without any problems at all. So to answer your question if wanted to use it for a commercial business I can safely say that it would hold up to daily use for that purpose. Hope this helps in your decision to purchase this unit.ERIC
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Jack: Since I have no way to be sure, I had to research to find a way to determine if the sifter is made of stainless or tin. I don't own it long enough to see if it is rusting, which tin would do. See http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/874463 the second reply, which says that stainless attracts a magnet and tin doesn't. I tried that and yes the sifter attracts a magnet. I can tell you that the sifter is made of heavy gauge metal, holds up to five cups at the top line that you see in the photo, the fixed handle is very strongly attached, and the sifter handle moves easily. I'm happy with it for the time-to-time baking that I do. I hope this was helpful. Best wishes. Jack: Since I have no way to be sure, I had to research to find a way to determine if the sifter is made of stainless or tin. I don't own it long enough to see if it is rusting, which tin would do. See http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/874463 the second reply, which says that stainless attracts a magnet and tin doesn't. I tried that and yes the sifter attracts a magnet. I can tell you that the sifter is made of heavy gauge metal, holds up to five cups at the top line that you see in the photo, the fixed handle is very strongly attached, and the sifter handle moves easily. I'm happy with it... » Read More Jack: Since I have no way to be sure, I had to research to find a way to determine if the sifter is made of stainless or tin. I don't own it long enough to see if it is rusting, which tin would do. See http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/874463 the second reply, which says that stainless attracts a magnet and tin doesn't. I tried that and yes the sifter attracts a magnet. I can tell you that the sifter is made of heavy gauge metal, holds up to five cups at the top line that you see in the photo, the fixed handle is very strongly attached, and the sifter handle moves easily. I'm happy with it for the time-to-time baking that I do. I hope this was helpful. Best wishes. « Show Less
1704659
This is not hard to clean. The base is non-stick but cannot be immersed so handwashing is a must. Used a good quality grease fighting dish detergent and a soft cloth. Issue is that the popper seems to need oil to work correctly so the lid and base will always be oily and need to washed in warm soapy water.
1866911
I am about to purchase this Cook N Home because of the clad bottom [more even heat distribution] and brass gears [which should work better than the stainless steel gears found on Whirley Pop and Great Northern models]. Note that the basic Whirley Pop is aluminum, and they offer a stainless option. The Great Northern is stainless. The design is similar across the brands, although I wouldn't use aluminum any more. I've had an aluminum Whirly Pop for a dozen years, and I've made plenty of popcorn with it...it's just time to upgrade.
162029
I never received the deluxe, i was shipped the wrong popper but i decided to keep it rather that go to all the trouble of returning it. Sorry i cant help.
733544
I am sure it would work, but I can't personally say how well it would hold up. I have only used my popper without oil. I would also like to know the answer to this.
1332757
Not exactly sure srry I couldnt help I would recommend upgrading and getting the great northern lincoln popper though seems to be way better if u dnt mind spending a little more u wont get a cheap toy
380511
The other model was review and "approved" by the NSF for commercial kitchens. This model even though identical was not reviewed and hence cannot claim NSF approved. This is a best guess based on the information that I saw regarding this knife. I own one and it works wonderfully well for our kitchen needs.
616550
It is either stainless, or aluminum, as has been mentioned. If you look at it closely you can clearly tell it is metal without any coating on it. And the sides and bottom are made of the same material, they just tend to look a different color because of the angle from which you're looking at them. If you get the right lighting/angle, then you can tell the sides and bottom are the same metal. The screen in the bottom, however, may or may not be a different metal. Our's has seen quite a bit of use, and so the screen looks rather copper in color. But I'm sure that's because the screen bears the brunt of the hot air entering the popping chamber (and is probably thinner material). I can't remember if when it was new if the color of the screen was the same. I wouldn't doubt that it was, as the whole metal portion gets pretty dang hot when it's up to temp to pop the popcorn, so it would make sense to use the same metal both for temp tolerance and specific heat, as well as ability to bind/weld together (different metals can have problems when you try to join them, especially when it comes to welds, and especially when it comes to heating up and cooling down regularly (different metals expand/contract at different rates/temperatures)). I hope that makes sense. I'll upload a couple pics that show down into the popping chamber.
2113508
It is labeled as commercial, I don't believe it is reliable enough that I would trust it in a commercial setting. I had two compressors go so far. We caught it in time we lost about $20 worth of ice cream. The meat stayed frozen.
1277234
I have used this popper for 33 years and the popcorn is probably what I'd think is perfect. Dry. That changes once I put the butter into it, but not chewy, definitely not chewy.
525461
Its a metal paddle. Seems somewhat fragile. Hard to wash that part but I have had this popper for 8 months and its been great. Used it several times. I really love popcorn.
1282581
There is no mention of NSF approval on the board. The board has a problem in that has a slight , but noticeable warp. I think that this may be an anomaly since I have other Progressive boards that aren't warped. The problem is easy to correct.
2110626
It is definitely not for commercial use. It does smoke some and it throws about a decent mount of unusable sugar. I still love it for home use but when this dies I will get an upgrade and spend a bit more money