Lincat

Lincat

Lincat is a British catering equipment manufacturer specialising in purpose-built appliances for commercial kitchens. Founded in 1971 in Lincolnshire, the company began by manufacturing electrically heated, large-scale cooking equipment before expanding into gas appliances in 1988. Lincat later moved to a manufacturing facility in Lincoln, officially opened by the Duke of Edinburgh in 1998. Now part of The Middleby Corporation, the brand supplies equipment to restaurants, pubs, cafés, contract caterers and public sector kitchens in over 85 countries.

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Chef-Led Engineering

Around 10% of the workforce is dedicated to product development, with chefs testing equipment in real cooking environments to refine usability and performance before launch. From a technical perspective, Lincat equipment is engineered for durability and efficiency. Features across the range include fully pressed and sealed hob tops, heavy-duty cast iron components and intelligent controls designed to reduce energy and water consumption. Products such as FilterFlow water boilers incorporate built-in filtration, predictive eco modes and programmable timers to lower running costs and simplify maintenance.

Key Collections

Lincat’s product portfolio spans cooking, holding, display and beverage equipment, organised into clearly defined ranges:

• Opus 800: A heavy-duty, 800 mm deep prime cooking suite for high-volume professional kitchens. The range includes gas and electric oven ranges, boiling tops, fryers, chargrills, griddles and bratt pans.
• Silverlink 600: A modular 600 mm deep cooking range designed for medium-duty kitchens and space-conscious environments.
• Lynx 400: A compact countertop range aimed at smaller establishments, this range is easy to plug-in, portable and easy to install.
• FilterFlow Water Boilers: Automatic-fill water boilers with built-in filtration, touchscreen controls and energy-saving eco modes.
• FriFri Fryers: High-specification electric fryers, known for precision temperature control, advanced oil management and energy efficiency.

Why Choose Lincat?

Lincat is the preferred choice for operators seeking British-engineered equipment designed for long-term professional use.

• Proven Reliability: Over five decades of continuous manufacturing in Lincoln with a strong track record across hospitality and public sector kitchens
• Chef-Focused Design: Equipment developed with real chef input for intuitive operation and easier cleaning
• Comprehensive Range: From compact countertop units to heavy-duty cooking suites, allowing full kitchen specification from a single brand family
• Energy & Cost Efficiency: Intelligent controls, efficient heating systems and durable construction reduce running and replacement costs