Southbend Commercial Ranges, Convection Ovens & Steam Equipment
Shop Southbend heavy-duty cooking equipment: Ultimate and S-Series gas restaurant ranges, Platinum sectional lines, electric and induction ranges, Platinum convection ovens, broilers, Counterline griddles and charbroilers, steamers, steam kettles, tilting skillets and chef bases, plus stands and genuine Southbend accessories. Most ranges come in many configurations, so check the burner type, top layout, oven or cabinet base and gas type before you order. Call 201-467-8222 for help with a configuration or a full kitchen quote.
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Shop Southbend by category
Ultimate Restaurant Ranges1121
S-Series Restaurant Ranges135
Platinum Heavy-Duty Sectional234
Electric & Induction Ranges45 · from $5,143
Convection Ovens246
Griddles, Charbroilers & Hotplates44 · from $1,452
Broilers & Salamanders31 · from $3,926
Fryers & Pasta Cookers8 · from $4,086
Steamers & Steam Generators115
Steam Kettles142
Tilting Skillets & Braising Pans17 · from $12,096
Refrigerated & Freezer Chef Bases38 · from $11,145
- Equipment Stands & Kettle Tables40 · from $940
- Parts & Accessories133
Southbend equipment: lines, warranty and how to choose
- Which Southbend fits
- Warranty
- Service & warranty claims
- Model numbers
- Who makes Southbend
- Choosing a range
- Steam equipment
- Certifications & ENERGY STAR
- Is Southbend good?
- Southbend vs others
- Buying from Atlantic
- FAQ
Which Southbend line fits your business?
Southbend makes heavy-duty cooking equipment for restaurant, hotel and institutional kitchens, most of it in many configurations. Start with the job, then pick the line:
| Line | Best for | Model prefixes |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimate gas ranges | Busy restaurant lines that want burner choice | 4000 series, H |
| S-Series gas ranges | Restaurants that want a simpler range | S |
| Platinum heavy-duty sectional | Hotels, institutions, custom battery lines | P…N/C/D/A |
| Electric & induction ranges | Kitchens without gas | SE, PE, P36…I |
| Convection ovens | Baking, roasting, batch cooking | PCG, PCE, TV |
| Counterline griddles & charbroilers | Burgers, breakfast, sautéing on a stand | HDG, HDC, HDCL, HDO |
| Broilers & salamanders | Steakhouses, finishing and melting | 170, 270, P…RAD/NFR/CM |
| Steamers | Vegetables, seafood, high-volume batches | Sirius II, EZ, R, GCX, ECX |
| Steam kettles | Soups, sauces, stocks | KE, KD, KTLG, OB |
| Tilting skillets | Braising, browning, large batches | BGLM, BEMTS, BGCTS |
| Fryers & pasta cookers | Fry and pasta stations | SB, NOD |
| Chef bases | Cold storage under the line | 200-, 300-series |
| Stands & kettle tables | Setting countertop equipment at working height | HDCS, RL, SD, KT |
| Parts & accessories | Kettle covers, faucets, casters, gas hoses | C-, TKS-, DF- |
Southbend warranty
Southbend publishes one limited warranty: 1 year parts and 1 year labor from the date of original purchase, performed by a Southbend Authorized Service Agency with OEM parts.
| What | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Southbend equipment (standard term) | 1 year parts, 1 year labor, from the date of original purchase |
| Heavy-duty sectional (Platinum) and Platinum convection ovens | 1 year on operational parts, 1 year labor |
| Glass windows, door and rubber seals, light bulbs, ceramic burner tiles, sight glass, broiler briquettes, spark igniters, drip shields | 90 days parts and labor from installation |
| Replacement parts installed in the field by an authorized agency | 3 months parts and labor from installation |
| Alkaline batteries | Not covered |
- The term ends no later than 18 months after purchase from the factory; proof of purchase is required.
- Not covered: improper installation (utilities or ventilation), missed maintenance such as control calibration and burner adjustment, misuse and freight damage.
- Steam equipment: failures caused by water quality are excluded (limits: 60 ppm total dissolved solids, 2 grains or 35 ppm hardness, pH 7.0 to 7.5, 30 to 60 psi). Boiler maintenance is the owner's job.
- Charbroilers: damage from covering the grates with a sheet pan while lit is not covered. Commercial use only.
Chef bases fall under the same document, which lists no separate compressor term; ask us if that matters to you.
Source: Southbend Limited Warranty, 2026 edition (PDF dated July 17, 2026), southbendnc.com, checked October 27, 2026. One passage limits coverage to the continental US and Canada and another to the 48 states, Alaska and Hawaii; confirm coverage for installs outside the 48 states.
Southbend warranty claims, registration and service
- Southbend main line: 919-762-1000. Southbend, A Middleby Company, 1100 Old Honeycutt Road, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina 27526.
- Registration and claims: use the Product Registration & Warranty Request form on Southbend's site, with serial numbers, proof of purchase and installation documents.
- Service: repairs go through the closest Southbend Authorized Service Agency (map on Southbend's Service & Parts page). Southbend's Service First program promises a response within six hours.
- If you bought from us, call 201-467-8222 and we will send your invoice for the claim.
Sources: southbendnc.com Service & Parts, Warranty Service Request, About and Innovation pages and the 2026 Southbend Limited Warranty (checked October 27, 2026).
How to read a Southbend model number
4601DD-2GR4 = Ultimate range · 60 = 60" wide · 1 = non-clog burners · DD = two standard ovens · -2GR = 24" (2 × 12") manual griddle on the right
| Part of the number | What it means |
|---|---|
| Ultimate burner digit (4361D) | 1 = non-clog burners, 2 = non-clog with wavy grates, 3 = star/sauté, 4 = star/sauté and non-clog mix; 5 to 7 add Pyromax burners |
| Base letters (S36D, 4601AC) | D = standard oven, A = convection oven, C = cabinet base, E = space saver oven, T = TruVection oven; 60" and wider ranges have two letters, one per base |
| Top suffix (-2GR, -3TL, -2CR, -2RR) | Number × 12" of G = manual griddle, T = thermostatic griddle, C = charbroiler, R = raised griddle-broiler; L or R = left or right side |
| Platinum sectional (P36N-BBB) | P = Platinum, 36 = width, N = modular countertop mount (C cabinet, D standard oven, A convection oven); top letters per section: B burners, X Pyromax, G or T griddle, P plancha, C charbroiler, H hot top, S spreader, I induction; -SU = step-up |
| Convection oven (PCG50S/SD) | PCG = gas, PCE = electric, PCH = half-size; number = BTU in thousands or kW (75 = 7.5 kW); S or B = standard or bakery depth; /S or /T = standard or touchscreen controls; D or I = dependent or independent doors; -V = ventless |
| Kettles (KELT-30) | K = kettle; E electric, D direct steam; L legs, P pedestal, CT countertop; T tilting, S stationary; number = gallons |
Read from Southbend model names in our catalog and the options on Southbend's product filters (checked October 27, 2026). Confirm gas type, voltage and phase on each product page before ordering.
Who makes Southbend?
Southbend is a division of the Middleby Corporation, based at 1100 Old Honeycutt Road in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. According to Southbend, the company began in 1898 in South Bend, Indiana, as the Malleable Steel Range Manufacturing Company, founded by Jacob Woolverton and William Kizer, and grew from a single kitchen range into a full cooking line.
Sources: southbendnc.com About page and site footer (checked October 27, 2026).
Ultimate, S-Series or Platinum: which Southbend range?
- S-Series (S36A, S60AA): the simpler restaurant range, 24" to 60", with open burners and optional griddle, charbroiler or raised griddle-broiler tops over standard, convection or space saver ovens. In our catalog an S-Series range is usually priced below the comparable Ultimate model.
- Ultimate (4361D, 4601DD): the most configurable restaurant range, 24" to 72", with a choice of non-clog, star/sauté or Pyromax burners and griddle, charbroiler or broiler tops on either side. H-models pair gas burners with an electric oven.
- Platinum heavy-duty sectional: 12" to 48" sections you line up into a battery, on a counter, cabinet or oven base. Choose it for hotels, institutions and kitchens that run every burner all day, or when you want induction, plancha or hot tops in the same line.
Decide the gas type, the total BTU your gas line and hood can handle, and the oven type first; we can check a configuration against your utilities.
Choosing Southbend steamers, kettles and skillets
Countertop and boilerless steamers (EZ, R, CSE, Sirius II) suit restaurants; boiler-based GCX, ECX and DCX steamers and Do-All pressure steamers suit schools, hospitals and commissaries.
- Water first: the warranty excludes failures caused by water quality, so test your water against Southbend's limits and plan a treatment system. EZ connectionless steamers need no water line.
- Kettles: pick the heat source you have: electric (KE), building steam (KD) or gas. Tilting kettles pour; stationary kettles need a draw-off valve. Size by your largest batch in gallons.
Southbend ENERGY STAR and certifications
- Steamers: the ENERGY STAR Certified Commercial Steam Cookers list includes 21 Southbend models, among them the Sirius II, ETP-10 Eco-Tech Plus, EZ18, EZ24 and CSE-4 steamers.
- Convection ovens: the ENERGY STAR Certified Commercial Ovens list shows 4 Southbend models (BES/17SC, BGS/13SC, GS/15SC and KLGS/17SC). Southbend's Energy Savings page lists Platinum ovens as ENERGY STAR; check the exact model before claiming a rebate.
- According to Southbend, its ventless electric convection ovens use an internal catalyst to break down most grease-laden vapors; local code decides whether you need a hood.
Sources: ENERGY STAR open data, Commercial Steam Cookers and Commercial Ovens datasets, checked October 27, 2026; southbendnc.com Energy Savings and Innovation pages.
Is Southbend a good brand?
Southbend has built ranges since 1898, according to the company, and is part of Middleby. Its strengths are heavy-duty build, a wide choice of burner, top and base on every range, a full steam line from one maker, and a six-hour Service First response promise.
The trade-offs: the standard warranty is one year, wear items carry 90 days, lead times vary by configuration, and steam equipment needs water treatment to stay covered.
Southbend vs Vulcan and other heavy-duty brands
Buyers often compare Southbend with Vulcan and Blodgett. Compare model by model: the warranty and its exclusions, authorized service agencies near you, total BTU, oven type and lead time. Send us two or three models and we will compare them side by side.
Buying Southbend from Atlantic
- Freight is quoted at checkout; delivery is free within 50 miles of our Kearny, NJ warehouse. See our shipping policy.
- See equipment at our 50,000 sq. ft. showroom and warehouse in Kearny, NJ.
- Financing up to $50K for single units or a full kitchen.
- Send an equipment list for a project quote, or call a specialist at 201-467-8222, Monday to Saturday, 8 AM to 5 PM ET.
Southbend FAQ
What warranty does Southbend equipment have?
According to Southbend's 2026 Limited Warranty, equipment carries 1 year parts and 1 year labor from the date of original purchase, done by an authorized service agency with OEM parts. Platinum sectional equipment and convection ovens get 1 year on operational parts and labor. Seals, glass, bulbs, igniters and briquettes carry 90 days, and the term ends no later than 18 months after factory purchase.
How do I file a Southbend warranty claim or find service?
Use the Product Registration & Warranty Request form on Southbend's website, with serial numbers, proof of purchase and installation documents, or call Southbend at 919-762-1000. Repairs go to the closest Southbend Authorized Service Agency, found on the Service & Parts page. If you bought from Atlantic, call 201-467-8222 for your invoice.
What is the difference between Southbend S-Series and Ultimate ranges?
Both are gas restaurant ranges with oven or cabinet bases. S-Series ranges, such as the S36A and S60AA, are the simpler line from 24" to 60". Ultimate ranges, such as the 4361D and 4601DD, run from 24" to 72" and let you choose non-clog, star/sauté or Pyromax burners and griddle or broiler tops on either side.
What is the Southbend Platinum Series?
Platinum is Southbend's heavy-duty line. It includes sectional ranges in 12" to 48" sections with burners, Pyromax, griddles, plancha, charbroilers, hot tops, induction and spreaders; PCG gas and PCE electric convection ovens; PE electric sectional ranges; and refrigerated and freezer chef bases from 32" to 120" wide to sit under the line.
What water quality do Southbend steamers need?
Southbend's warranty excludes failures caused by water quality. Its limits are 60 ppm total dissolved solids, 2 grains (35 ppm) hardness, pH 7.0 to 7.5 and 30 to 60 psi water pressure, and boiler maintenance is the owner's job. Plan water treatment with the steamer, or choose an EZ connectionless model that needs no water line.
Can I buy Southbend parts and accessories from Atlantic?
Yes. We carry genuine Southbend kettle covers, strainers and basket assemblies, pantry faucets, draw-off valves, skillet strainers, caster sets, quick-disconnect gas hoses, gas pressure regulators and stands. Match the part to your model number and size, or call 201-467-8222 and we will check it for you.
How much is shipping on Southbend equipment?
Freight on Southbend equipment is quoted per order, and delivery is free within 50 miles of our warehouse in Kearny, NJ. Call 201-467-8222 for a delivered price before you order.
Manufacturer facts on this page link to their source. Specifications can change, so confirm details on each model's spec sheet or call us at 201-467-8222.