Crown (Middleby) DMS-40 Steam Kettles

Crown DMS-40 Direct Steam Stationary Kettle – 40 Gal

Built for relentless daily production, the DMS-40 delivers fast, even heat and rock-solid reliability for soups, sauces, stocks, pasta, custards and more—all in a space-saving stationary footprint.

Key Features & Benefits

• 40 gallon (151 L) capacity—perfect for mid- to high-volume kitchens.
• 2/3 steam jacket surrounds lower kettle for rapid, uniform heating without hot spots.
• Premium 316 stainless steel interior resists corrosion from acidic ingredients.
• Hemisphere-shaped bottom maximises heat transfer for quicker bring-ups and gentle simmer control.
• One-piece, spring-assisted stainless steel cover—easy to lift, stays open at any angle.
• 2″ tangent draw-off valve with TPS-2 perforated strainer for clog-free portioning and broth skimming.
• Swing-away drain funnel removes without tools for thorough sanitation.
• Steam control valve & in-cabinet steam trap provide precise regulation (5–30 psi supply).
• Deck-mounted hot/cold fill faucet (DMF) eliminates the need for separate hoses.
• Removable pan carrier keeps a standard 12″ × 20″ × 2½″ pan level while draining.
• Stainless steel cabinet base with removable side panels & magnetic-latch doors for easy service access.
• 6″ stainless steel legs with adjustable flanged feet anchor securely to the floor.

Technical Specifications

Popular Options & Accessories (sold separately)

• 50 psi jacket rating for high-temperature cooking
• Gallons or litres etched markings (GM- / LM-)
• Graduated measuring strip (CMS-)
• Pour-lip strainer (TKS-)
• Solid stainless-steel draw-off disc (TSS-)
• Strainer hook (SH-) or triple basket assembly (TBA-)

Looking for a different capacity or a tilting model? Crown offers 30 – 60 gal direct-steam kettles to match any production need.