Overview

Hatco Glo-Max Curved Infrared Strip Heater with Heat & LED Light (GM5AHL-78 / GM5AH-78)

The Hatco Glo-Max GM5AHL-78 is a patented, curved infrared strip heater purpose-built for front-of-house applications such as buffet lines, serving counters and self-service displays. Built upon Hatco's proven Glo-Max strip heater platform, its sleek curved profile reduces overall unit size without compromising heating coverage, making it an ideal fit where counter space and visual presentation are equally important.

The GM5AHL variant combines efficient infrared warming with versatile LED lighting options in a single unit, delivering consistent heat and flattering illumination to the food displayed below. The integration of LED technology lowers energy consumption compared to traditional heat lamp setups, helping commercial operators reduce ongoing energy costs while maintaining safe and attractive food presentation.

Key Benefits

• Maintains food at safe serving temperatures throughout service periods, reducing the risk of temperature abuse on buffet and serving lines.
• Curved, compact design occupies less counter space than conventional strip heaters, freeing up room in busy front-of-house environments.
• Integrated LED lighting enhances the visual appeal of displayed food with accurate colour rendering and broad coverage, encouraging customer engagement.
• Energy-efficient LED and infrared combination lowers running costs compared to traditional heat-lamp-only solutions.
• Patented Glo-Max design provides a polished, contemporary aesthetic that complements upscale dining and hospitality fit-outs.
• Suitable for a wide range of front-of-house settings including buffets, cafeteria counters and servery lines where customer-facing presentation matters.
• Built on Hatco's established Glo-Max strip heater technology, offering operators confidence in proven, reliable performance.

Key Features

• Patented curved infrared strip heater design based on the Hatco Glo-Max platform.
• Sleek curved profile minimises unit footprint compared to traditional straight strip heaters.
• GM5AHL-78 model incorporates integrated LED lighting for simultaneous warming and illumination.
• LED lighting options deliver precise colour accuracy and even coverage across displayed product.
• Infrared heating element warms product placed directly below the unit.
• Designed specifically for front-of-house applications including buffet and serving lines.
• Energy-efficient operation helps reduce electricity costs relative to conventional heat lamp configurations.
• Model designation GM5AH-78 refers to the heat-only variant; GM5AHL-78 includes the LED lighting option.

Specifications

• Weight (kg): 11