Alto-Shaam 1200-UP Halo Heat Heated Cabinets & Holding Shelves - 1200-UP

Alto-Shaam 1200-UP Halo Heat Heated Cabinets & Holding Shelves - 1200-UP

Preserve just-cooked quality for hours without fans, added humidity, or guesswork. The ENERGY STAR® qualified Halo Heat® 1200-UP surrounds food with gentle, even radiant heat, keeping it moist, flavorful, and ready for service—whenever the rush hits.

Features

• Exclusive Halo Heat® technology maintains 60 – 200 °F (16 – 93 °C) with no drying hot spots.
• Simple on/off controller with independent adjustable thermostats & indicator lights for each cavity.
• Massive 16-pan capacity (full-size 2.5" deep hotel pans) across two fully independent compartments.
• Heavy-gauge stainless steel exterior & stainless interior resist corrosion and daily wear.
• (2) chrome-plated universal side rails & (4) sets of pan slides included—load hotel, GN or sheet pans with ease.
• 5" casters—2 rigid & 2 swivel with brakes—make the unit easy to roll, lock, and clean around.
• EcoSmart® design plus ENERGY STAR® efficiency lowers utility costs and reduces food waste.
• Certified cULus, UL EPH, CE, IPX4, TUV NORD & EAC for global compliance.

Specifications

Electrical options

• 120 V / 1 ph / 1.9 kW – NEMA 5-20P
• 208–240 V / 1 ph / 2.0 kW – NEMA 6-15P (USA only)
• 208–240 V / 1 ph / 4.0 kW – field wired (no cord/plug)
• 230 V international plugs (CEE 7/7, CH2-16p, BS 1363, AS/NZS 3112)

Included in the box

• 2 × chrome-plated universal side rail sets
• 4 × adjustable pan slide sets
• Operator’s manual & quick-start guide

What our Experts Think

• Halo Heat® Technology – Gently and evenly holds food without drying, preserving quality and flavor.

• Double-Compartment Design – Allows independent holding of different menu items for greater flexibility.

• Full-Size Capacity – Handles large volumes, making it ideal for busy foodservice operations.

• Durable Stainless Steel Construction – Built for long-lasting use in demanding commercial kitchens.

• Perfect for Restaurants, Hotels & Catering – Ensures food stays hot, fresh, and service-ready during peak hours.

Q&A

Q: What is the Alto-Shaam 1200-UP used for?
A: The 1200-UP is a double-compartment heated holding cabinet designed to keep a large volume of cooked foods at safe, consistent serving temperatures without compromising quality.

Q: How does Halo Heat® technology improve food holding?
A: Halo Heat® provides gentle, uniform radiant heat throughout both compartments, preventing moisture loss, shrinkage, and overcooking—ensuring food stays fresh and appetizing.

Q: What makes the 1200-UP different from the 1200-S model?
A: While the 1200-S has a single compartment, the 1200-UP offers two separate compartments, giving operators flexibility to hold different menu items at different temperatures.

Q: What types of food can it hold?
A: Ideal for roasted meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, casseroles, and plated meals—perfect for high-volume service or banquets.

Q: Where is this model commonly used?
A: The 1200-UP is commonly used in hotels, banquet halls, restaurants, hospitals, catering facilities, and institutional kitchens where large batch food holding is essential.

Maintenance Tips

• Dual-compartment heated cabinet with Halo Heat® technology

• Independently controlled sections for versatile food holding

• Gentle radiant heat preserves flavor, texture, and moisture

• Full-size capacity ideal for large-volume kitchens and banquets

• Durable stainless steel construction for long-lasting use

• User-friendly controls ensure consistent temperature management

• Energy-efficient operation helps reduce utility costs

• Smooth interior surfaces allow fast and easy cleaning