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Natural Gas Equipment

Fryer

Benefits of Using a Natural Gas Fryer:

Saves on energy costs with new infrared and tubeless immersion burners

  • Reduces operating costs by increasing shortening life
  • Decreases recovery times to allow for quicker production
  • Includes an optional filtration system that reduces manual cleaning time
  • Some models include automatic burner shutoff when fat temperatures reach 475º F
  • Styles include pressure, countertop, and conveyor
Natural Gas
Input: 135,000 BTU/hour @80% Efficiency
Cost per Therm ($) Annual Operating Cost ($)
0.60
1,478
0.80
1,971
1.00
2,464
1.20 2,957
1.40 3,449
Annual Energy (therms)
2,464
 
 
Electricity
Input: 31.6 kW
Cost per kWH ($) Annual Operating Cost ($)
0.06
3,465
0.08
4,620
0.10
5,775
0.12 6,930
0.14 8,085
Annual Energy (kW)
57,750
 

Annual costs assume five full load hours per day and 365 days of use per year.
Electric equipment operates at 100% efficiency.

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