THIN FILM COOKING DEVICES AND METHODS

摘要

Improved cooking devices and methods of achieving intimate heat transfer contact between a low-friction, non-stick release sheet material and a heate d platen are provided. In particular, improved intimate heat transfer contac t may be achieved by providing a very thin release sheet, providing a layer of heat transfer enhancing material forming an intimate heat transfer contac t interface between the release sheet and the platen, and/or providing a rel ease sheet that is gas-permeable and liquid-impermeable. A dynamic tensionin g system is also provided for mounting a release sheet to a heated platen an d maintaining even, bidirectional tension on the release sheet to keep it ta ut against the platen. Illustrated embodiments of the invention include a cl amshell grill and conveyorized contact toaster.