BUYING GUIDANCE
What else should I look for when buying a commercial griddle?
Purchasing ENERGY STAR certified CFS equipment can cut utility costs and maintenance without sacrificing features, quality, or style. Many utilities also offer rebates to offset the purchase price of ENERGY STAR equipment.
ENERGY STAR Where to Buy List
For a list of dealers and distributors that sell ENERGY STAR certified equipment, visit the ENERGY STAR Where to Buy List. Please contact CommercialFoodService@energystar.gov if you would like to be added to the list.
ENERGY STAR Rebates
For a list of CFS incentives, please visit the ENERGY STAR Rebate Finder.
Be sure to look for the ENERGY STAR when shopping for commercial griddles
Current Specification Effective Date: May 2009
- Covers gas and electric, single and double sided units which must meet normalized idle energy rate
- Griddles that earn the ENERGY STAR must not exceed maximum idle energy rates
- Gas fueled ENERGY STAR certified must not exceed a normalized idle energy rate of 2,650 Btu/h/ft2.
SAVINGS TIPS
Save energy and cut costs by following these simple tips:
- Look for the ENERGY STAR
- Reduce idle time by turning the griddle off during periods of non-use
- Minimize energy waste by reducing the temperature of sections of the griddle(s) during periods of slow production
- Calibrate the griddle controls to operate at the correct temperature
- Replace missing control knobs
- For double-sided griddles, save energy by lowering the upper platen during extended periods of non-use