Carter-Hoffmann (Middleby) HL2-5 hotLOGIX Proofing Cabinets

Carter-Hoffmann hotLOGIX HL2-5 Undercounter Humidified Holding / Proofing Cabinet

Serve every dish at its flavorful best. The hotLOGIX HL2-5 tucks neatly under a counter yet delivers the precise heat and moisture your menu demands—so fries stay crisp, pasta stays silky and buns proof to perfection right before service.

Why You’ll Love It

• Humidified holding & proofing—maintains up to 190 °F (88 °C) with moisture for fresher results.
• Rapid start-up: pre-heats to 169 °F (71 °C) in about 30 minutes.
• Bottom-mounted, pull-out heater with forced-air blower and manual-fill water reservoir for easy cleaning.
• Simple mechanical dial controls plus an LED digital thermometer—no guesswork, no complicated menus.
• Capacity: (10) 12 × 20 × 2.5″ steam-table pans OR (5) 18 × 26″ sheet pans on 3″ fixed wire universal slides.
• Single-pane tempered glass door with magnetic latch—check product without opening and losing heat.
• Lightweight, single-wall aluminum cabinet (.063″ exterior, .125″ base) stands up to daily abuse.
• (4) 5″ all-swivel rubber casters—two lock for rock-solid stability during service.
• Plug-and-play 120 V design with 8 ft cord and NEMA 5-20P—no hardwiring required.
• Backed by a 1-year parts & labor warranty for peace of mind.

At-a-Glance Specifications

Ideal Applications

• Quick-service & fast-casual restaurants
• Banquet staging & catering finishing lines
• Convenience stores & kiosks with limited space
• Bakeries seeking an economical proofer/holding combo

Looking for a half-, three-quarter- or full-height cabinet, or stainless slide upgrades? Ask our team about additional HL2 sizes and accessories.