Gastronorm

The gastronorm (GN) format is the reference dimensional standard for professional kitchens: it ensures that containers, lids, food pans and cooking, storage or display equipment fit and combine across suppliers and appliances. Our Gastronorm section includes more than 200 references covering the selection of GN modules, from GN 1/1 to its fractions, for restaurant, catering and institutional kitchens as well as enthusiasts equipped with professional gear.

Types of gastronorm equipment

• Stainless steel gastronorm container: sturdy and durable, suited to cooking, bain-marie and cold storage.
• Perforated pan: for draining, steaming and resting.
• Plastic gastronorm container: light, economical, dedicated to cold storage and transport.
• Food pan lid: for closing, stacking and preserving.
• Gastronorm food pan: for service and presentation in GN format.
• Gastronorm trolley: to store and move several containers on a single rack.

Leading brands

• Lacor
• Paderno
• Guy Degrenne
• Plastibac

Choosing the right gastronorm equipment

How do you read GN dimensions?

The GN standard defines a base size (GN 1/1, i.e. 530 x 325 mm) and its fractions: 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/6, 1/9, as well as 2/1. Depth is added on top, expressed in millimetres (20, 40, 65, 100, 150, 200…). This modular system lets you combine several containers on the same equipment and make the most of your worktop.

Which material for which use?

Stainless steel suits cooking, hot holding, bain-marie and cold use thanks to its strength and hygiene. Food-grade plastic, lighter, is dedicated to chilled storage and transport. The perforated pan is reserved for draining and steaming.

Should you plan for lids and racks?

For preservation and stacking, pair each container with a lid in the matching GN format. For storing and moving in volume, a gastronorm trolley holds several containers on runners.

The Gastronorm section is part of the Kitchenware range at AZ Boutique, where you will also find food-storage containers and insulated solutions to complete your kitchen organisation.