The GCTS-16 features one piece coved corner, 10 gauge type 316 stainless steel with a #4 exterior finish, a polished interior with etched gallon markings and coved corners for ease of cleaning. Cooking surface is of 3/4” triple-ply construction with 3/8” thick aluminum core, ensuring even heat distribution over the entire cooking surface. Pan is fitted with side pivots mounted in sealed stainless steel clad consoles mounted on a 10 gauge stainless steel base with #4 finish. Pan is fitted with a stainless steel tilt handle with heat proof knob to tilt the pan forward for complete removal of contents and includes a damper control for tilt and return movements for ease of tilting.

A tilt interlock prevents inadvertent tilting of the pan. Controls are integrally mounted and include a power switch, solid state thermostat, temperature pilot light, electronic ignition, ignition light, and a high limit temperature cut-off. Burner turns off automatically when pan is tilted. The skillet can be mounted on a 30-1/2”(775 mm) wide stainless steel stand with sliding drain pan and stationary drain. The skillet operates in a temperature range of 100°F to 450°F (38°C to 232°C).