Leavening 

Proofing Equipment

Bianchi offers a selection of state-of-the-art proofing products for gastronomy, pizzerias, bakeries, and the kitchens of hotels and restaurants. Our range includes pizza oven proofers, proofing trays, and specialized proofers for culinary applications. Shop online on our e-commerce platform!

Proofing Equipment: A Must-Have for Culinary Professionals

Pizza and gastronomy proofers are essential tools for food industry professionals, ensuring that doughs and other preparations achieve optimal leavening. These devices create a controlled environment where temperature and humidity are adjustable, allowing doughs to rise consistently and evenly.

In pizza production, proofing is a critical phase: well-proofed dough results in a softer, more digestible product that develops an ideal crust during baking. Pizza proofers allow precise timing control, which is particularly beneficial for slow-fermentation doughs that require extended hours or even days to reach the perfect texture and flavor. Dough can be kept at controlled temperatures for as long as necessary, preventing it from drying out or overproofing, which could lead to a loss of elasticity.

In the gastronomy sector, proofers are also used for baked goods like bread, focaccia, and leavened pastries. Many of these machines feature cold-proofing chambers that slow the proofing process, ideal for high-volume production or preparations that need to be ready at specific times. This function is invaluable for production planning, allowing professionals to always have fresh, perfectly proofed products.

Additionally, a key feature of oven proofers is the ability to set the internal temperature precisely, allowing proofing even at very low temperatures for long-fermentation doughs. Some advanced models include automatic settings that adjust temperature and humidity based on the dough type, reducing the margin for error and enhancing product quality.

Proofing Trays: Key Features

Proofing trays are fundamental tools in preparing doughs for baked goods such as bread, pizza, focaccia, and leavened pastries. Their quality and specific characteristics directly influence the proofing results and, consequently, the final bake. Key features to consider in proofing trays include:

• Material:

Proofing trays are often made of stainless steel, aluminum, or carbon steel, materials that ensure even heat distribution and support optimal proofing.

• Thickness:

Tray thickness affects heat retention. Thicker trays maintain a more stable temperature, essential for consistent proofing.

• Perforations:

Some proofing trays, especially those used for bread and pizza, are perforated. These perforations allow better airflow around the dough, promoting faster and more even proofing while reducing the risk of moisture buildup on the bottom.

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