Bongard Commercial 3-Deck Bakery Oven

Bongard Commercial 3-Deck Bakery Oven
This specific oven is a commercial deck oven used primarily for high-quality, artisanal bread baking.
Specs:

Type: Four Modulable M3I (Modular Oven)
Electrical Connection Power: 38.93 kW
Voltage: 208 V TRI (Three-phase)
Current/Intensity: 108.0 A
Frequency: 60 Hz
Heat Output: 31.35 kW

Primary Culinary Uses:

Artisanal Breads: The thick stone-lined decks retain heat intensely, which is crucial for baking baguettes, sourdough, and rustic loaves that need a strong "oven spring" (rapid initial rise)
Crust Development: The built-in steam generation system injects moisture into the chambers, stalling the crust formation just long enough for the bread to expand fully, resulting in a crispy, shiny crust
Pastries & Pies: It is highly effective for baking croissants, tarts, and pies that require precise, steady bottom heat to cook the pastry thoroughly without burning the tops

Key Operational Characteristics:

Independent Deck Control: Each of the three modular baking chambers has its own temperature controls, allowing you to bake different products (e.g., baguettes at a high temp, delicate pastries at a lower temp) at the exact same time
Direct Hearth Baking: Bakers typically load dough directly onto the hot stone decks using a long-handled peel or an unloader, rather than using baking sheets