Blue Flame Award Winning- Two Years In A Row!

Cleveland Range Recognized with Blue Flame Award for Energy Efficiency and Kitchen Innovation with the T1 Gas Power Pan Skillet.

February 26, 2025 – Cleveland Range, a leader in commercial cooking equipment, announced that its SGL 30T1 Tilting Skillet was awarded the 2025 Blue Flame Award for Product of the Year. This prestigious recognition, presented by the Blue Flame Alliance, honored innovation, efficiency, and excellence in commercial foodservice equipment. This was awarded to Cleveland Range on February 26, 2025, at the NAFEM (North American Food Equipment Manufacturers) Conference.

“We were thrilled to receive the 2025 Blue Flame Award for our SGL 30T1 Tilting Skillet,” said Joe Nicholson, Director of Business Development and Specialized Equipment for Cleveland Range. “This award highlighted our commitment to engineering high-performance, efficient, and durable commercial kitchen equipment that enhances the foodservice industry.”

Why the SGL 30T1 Tilting Skillet Stood Out

The Cleveland Range SGL30T1 set a new standard for commercial cooking efficiency and durability. Key features included:

✔ 62%-65% Efficiency – Delivered up to 30% greater energy efficiency than competing models, reducing operating costs.
✔ 50% Faster Boiling Times – Enhanced kitchen productivity by accelerating cooking times.
✔ Innovative Patented Burner System – The burner tilted with the pan, increasing reliability and durability in high-demand kitchens.

Showcased at the NAFEM Show in Atlanta, GA, the SGL 30T1 Tilting Skillet garnered widespread attention for its performance and reliability. Joe Nicholson and Stan Ioffe (President, Cleveland Range) represented Cleveland Range while accepting this prestigious industry award.

Pioneering the Future of Commercial Kitchen Equipment

Cleveland Range remained at the forefront of commercial foodservice innovation, delivering cutting-edge gas-powered cooking equipment to restaurants, hotels, and institutional kitchens worldwide.

“We took pride in leading the industry with high-efficiency, durable solutions designed to improve kitchen operations,” said Nicholson. “The Blue Flame Award reflected our unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in foodservice technology, while keeping energy efficiency and lower operational costs top of mind.”

About Cleveland Range

Cleveland Range was a trusted name in commercial cooking equipment, specializing in high-efficiency, gas and electric powered kitchen solutions. Known for durability, reliability, and performance, Cleveland Range continues to revolutionize professional kitchens worldwide. For more information about the SGL 30T1 Tilting Skillet and other award-winning commercial kitchen equipment, visit our product pages