Abstract: An arrangement with a worktop and a cooktop with a cooking surface, a mounting frame and a decorative frame, which is arranged in a recess in the worktop, with the distance elements, embodied for relative positioning of the cooktop in relation to the recess and on which the cooktop rests, being arranged between the cooktop and the worktop.

Abstract: The invention includes a cooking apparatus comprising a cooking plate and a handle assembly. The cooking plate has a cooking surface and an opposed lower surface. A handle assembly is operably coupled to the cooking plate and shiftable between a first handle position and a second handle position relative to the cooking plate, the handle assembly includes an interface structure having a first depth and a second depth. The first depth engages the lower surface when the handle assembly is in the first handle position and the second depth engages the lower surface when the handle assembly is in the second handle position.

Abstract: An energy saving reflector assembly for cook-top heating units. The reflector assembly features a device which concentrates heat on the bottom of a cooking vessel being heated and prevents heat from escaping laterally from under the vessel being heated. The device provides significant decreases in both cooking time and energy consumption. Embodiments for electric and gas cook-tops are described.

Abstract: A glass-ceramic plate, and production methods and apparatuses in relation to the plate. The plate is designed for example to equip a cooktop, and includes, on at least one of its faces, a differentiated surface finish formed in the body of the bare glass-ceramic plate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a transparent or translucent glass-ceramic plate, intended for example to cover or receive at least one heating element, in particular intended to serve as a hob, said plate having a coating, in particular intended to at least partly mask the underlying elements when not in use, while still allowing the heating elements and optional displays to be detected when they are in use, characterized in that most and preferably all of the coating is on the face of the plate intended to be turned toward the heating element(s) in the use position. The invention also relates to the process and the device for manufacturing the plate and to the cooking apparatus comprising said plate.

Abstract: A cooking range (100). Range (100) comprises a cabinet (50) for housing an oven, a range top (64) installed on top of cabinet (50) for providing a cooking platform, at least one stove base (112) installed on top of range top (64) for supporting cooking accessories, a control panel (60) for controlling the operation of range (100), a cooking device (80) disposed on top of range top (64) for cooking food, an adapting member (110) engaged with cooking device (80) for adapting cooking device (80) to stand on stove base (112), a thermostat (122) installed on stove base (112) and adapted to detect and control the temperature of the bottom of cooking device (80). As cooking device (80) is properly installed on stove base (112) the electrical terminals of cooking device (80) is removably engaged with an electrical port (112c) on stove base (112).

Abstract: A casing for electric stoves includes an annular frame and a bottom board that are detachably coupled through a plurality of connectors. The frame has at least one lateral side with an air convection means located thereon. The bottom board has an upper surface with a heat control means installed thereon. Through the detachable bottom board, the entire electric stoves need not to be disassembled or removed when malfunction occurs and needs repair. By separating the bottom board from the frame, the electric link between the heat control means and the electric stove can be disconnected to replace the heat control means. Thus the malfunction can be fixed quickly, and interruption or delay of cooking that might otherwise happen can be prevented.

Abstract: A cooking range having a motorized stove base (100). Range (100) comprises a cabinet (50) for housing an oven, a range top (54) installed on top of cabinet (50) for providing a cooking platform, at least one stove base (112) installed on top of range top (54) for supporting cooking accessories, a control panel (60) for controlling the operation of range (100), a cooking device (80) disposed on top of range top (54) for cooking food, blending/stirring means (114) installed inside cooking device (80) for blending/stirring food, a motor installed underneath stove base (112) for driving blending/stirring means (114), an adapting member (110) fixedly engaged with cooking device (80) for adapting cooking device (80) to removably stand on stove base (112), a thermostat (122) installed on stove base (112) for detecting and limiting the temperature of the bottom of cooking device (80).

Abstract: A liquid warming grommet assembly (400, 500) maintains liquids or other materials in a vessel (406) at a desired temperature. The grommet assembly (400, 500) includes a grommet (408) receivable within an aperture in a work surface (404). A heating element (440) is receivable within a casing (410) of the grommet (408), and an upper warmer plate (444) is positioned at the upper portion of the heating element (440) and is substantially flush with the work surface (404).

Abstract: An electric cooking assembly includes a main body portion that defines a cooking area. First and second cooking surfaces are contained within the cooking area. A first electric heating element arranged to provide heat to at least a portion of the first cooking surface, and a second electric heating element is arranged to heat at least a portion of the second cooking surface. The main body portion may include first and second hood members. The first hood member defines the cooking area and the second hood member is positioned at least partially within the cooking area and configured to decrease heat lost from the cooking assembly during preparation of food products in the cooking area. The second hood member is configured for adjustment between an open position providing access to the cooking surface and a closed position covering at least a portion of the cooking surface.

Abstract: A glass-ceramic plate, a method of manufacturing a glass-ceramic plate, and hubs equipped with the glass-ceramic plate. A flat or substantially flat glass-ceramic plate includes a surface provided with pegs, the plate configured to equip a hob. At least one smooth region, free of pegs, is reserved in a location designed to come, in a mounted position, face to face with one or more elements of the hob, the blurred view of which due to the pegs must be improved.

Abstract: A cooktop gasket includes a sealing body having a stem extending from an upper portion of the gasket and terminating in a retention knuckle. A base is provided that includes a support portion integrally connected to a locking portion, the locking portion having an inner leg, an outer leg, and a retention channel positioned between the inner and outer legs. The retention channel is capable of the receiving the stem of the sealing body when the sealing body and the base are in an engaged position to maintain the relative positions of the base and sealing body. A sealing cam on the stem biases the inner leg toward a cooktop edge to seal against the edge of the cooktop.

Abstract: The cooking stove top can be equipped with two different glass ceramic tops with different IR transmission spectra, which each have at least one cooking area, which is heated by a radiant heating body cooperating with a temperature-limiting adjusting device, which limits a surface temperature of the glass ceramic top installed in the cooking stove and/or the surroundings. To economically, variably, and individually adjust the IR transmission of one glass ceramic top with a higher IR transmittance to that of a lower IR transmittance of another glass ceramic top so that they are interchangeable, the glass ceramic top with the higher IR transmittance is provided with an absorbing and/or reflecting coating. When the glass ceramic tops are interchangeable, either can be used in a given cooking stove without changing an expensive temperature-limiting device that is designed for the cooking stove.

Abstract: A grill for use especially in commercial kitchens includes at least one electric heating element and, directly above said heating element, at least one food-product holder these components jointly forming a grill platform and said food-product holder featuring nozzles through which steam and/or hot water and/or seasoning can be sprayed.

Abstract: An induction hob comprising a hotplate, beneath which at least one induction mechanism is situated in a housing. The housing comprises a base and lateral walls that project vertically and are connected to the hotplate. The walls delimit an inner chamber of their corresponding housing containing the induction mechanism. At least one sub-section of the housing base is configured as a one-piece plastic section.

Abstract: A modular grill cooker that is easily installed in a multipurpose cooking apparatus, including an outer casing and an inner casing set in the outer casing. A heating unit is mounted to a heat reflecting plate fastened to the inner casing. A grilling unit is seated on a frame provided along upper edges of the inner and outer casings. An elastic piece is fitted over a projection on a back surface of the heating unit to mount the heating unit to the heat reflecting plate. A grease collecting unit is set in the inner casing to collect grease therein and reflect heat onto the grilling unit. First and second contact terminals are respectively provided on the outer casing and on the multipurpose cooking apparatus to supply electricity to the heating unit when the grill cooker is installed in the multipurpose cooking apparatus.

Abstract: A composite cooking apparatus having a body, a heating unit, an induction heating unit, and an insulating plate. The heating unit is positioned in the body to generate heat used to heat food. The induction heating unit is positioned adjacent to the heating unit to generate a magnetic field to cook the food by induction heating. The insulating plate is positioned between the heating unit and the induction heating unit to prevent heat generated from the heating unit from being transmitted to the induction heating unit. Further, the insulating plate is provided with at least one heat reflecting layer to reflect the heat generated from the heating unit.

Abstract: A multiple-zone power control system for controlling electric heating elements, including a power control unit having multiple control zones, a touch-sensitive function key, and a touch-sensitive on/off key for activating and deactivating one of the control zones. When all of the control zones are deactivated, the touch-sensitive key must be touched for at least a cold start duration in order to activate the designated control zone. Alternatively, the designated control zone is prevented from being activated if the touch-sensitive function key is touched while the touch-sensitive on/off key is being touched. The control system also includes two power controllers connected by a communication bus. When one of the power controllers initiates a lockout condition, the other power controller initiates a corresponding lockout condition. Multiple heating elements can be controlled together using a single set of control keys. A element size key toggles between different combinations of heating elements to control.

Abstract: The cooking unit has a glass-ceramic panel (1) providing a cooking surface, which is made of transparent colorless glass-ceramic bulk material or a glass panel made of pre-stressed transparent colorless glass material. Radiant heating elements (3) are provided under the glass or glass-ceramic panel, which heat respective cooking zones. The glass or glass-ceramic panel has a full surface decorative coating (7) on its upper side, which makes dirt and usage marks less conspicuous, and an IR permeable coating (6) having a solid or plain color, preferably bisque-like, on its underside. The IR permeable coating having the solid or plain color prevents an observer from viewing the internal components of the cooking unit that are under the cooking panel from above it.

Abstract: A cooking apparatus includes an electric heating plate having a heat source therein transmitting heat from the heat source to food, and a cabinet supporting the electric heating plate. The electric heating plate is electrically connected to the cabinet, and is removable from the cabinet. The present invention also provides a cooking apparatus, which allows food to be rapidly heated and cooked using a heat source installed in an electric heating plate, thus shortening cooking time and reducing power consumption. The present invention is also designed such that the electric heating plate is removable from a cabinet, thus allowing the electric heating plate to be conveniently cleaned.

Abstract: An electric smokeless roaster capable of eliminating ducts installed on the inside and outside of a shop and almost eliminating the generation of harmful gases such as NOx, comprising an electric heater unit (2) installed on the upper part of a casing (1), a water pan (6) installed on the lower part of the heater unit (2), a grill (9) disposed above the heater unit (2), a table (7) installed on the upper surface of the casing (1) and having an opening at the portion thereof corresponding to the grill (9), a suction unit (10) installed around the grill (9) and having suction ports for sucking air around the grill (9), an electric dust collecting unit (30) installed in the casing (1) and dedusting air sucked from the sucking unit (10), and a deodorizer (50) installed in the casing (1) and decomposing odor components contained in the air dedusted by the electric dust collecting unit (30) and exhausting the decomposed odor components to the outside of the casing (1).

Abstract: A cooking stove having a cook top, or hob, for cooking food, components thereof, and method of production. The stove has a stove body, a smooth-top cook top with a cooking surface to cook food thereon, and a heat source disposed adjacent to the cooking surface. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, the abstract is not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.

Abstract: A cooking appliance shown in the form of a cooktop includes a upper cooking zone and a concealed lower cooking zone. The upper cooking is defined by a pivotally mounted frame portion within which is arranged a plurality of heating elements. Located below the upper cooking zone is a second, lower cooking zone within which are arranged a plurality of lower cooking surfaces. The upper cooking zone is movable betweens a closed position whereupon cooking is performed on the upper cooking surfaces, and an open position whereby access is provided to the lower cooking surfaces. Control of either zone is performed through a plurality of control elements. When the upper cooking zone is in a closed position, the control elements regulate the upper heating surfaces and, when the upper cooking zone is raised to the open position, the control elements are used to control the lower cooking surfaces.

Abstract: The glass ceramic panels are non-transparent and have at least one decoration. In order to fulfill the requirements for a glass ceramic panel that provides a cooking surface for a cooking unit in a variety of different pleasing colors, especially a creamy white color shade (BISQUE), in an economical manner, the glass ceramic panel has a predominant crystalline phase of keatite mixed crystals and a full-surface decorative coating that covers at least 80 percent of the upper smooth surface of the glass ceramic substrate. The full-surface decorative coating is provided in a different color from the glass ceramic panel. Methods for making these glass ceramic panels are described.

Abstract: A cooking appliance includes a cabinet, defined by at least front, side, bottom and back panel portions, a pair of laterally spaced end caps provided at an upper rear portion cabinet, and a range top mounted upon an upper portion of the cabinet. At least two sets of alignment components, with each set of alignment components being defined by cooperating first and second sets of alignment elements, are provided on the end caps and range top respectively. When the range top is mounted upon the cabinet, the sets of alignment components become interengaged to automatically, laterally center and mount the range top with respect to the cabinet.

Abstract: A cooking appliance shown in the form of a cooktop includes a upper cooking zone and a concealed lower cooking zone. The upper cooking is defined by a pivotally mounted frame portion within which is arranged a plurality of heating elements. Located below the upper cooking zone is a second, lower cooking zone within which are arranged a plurality of lower cooking surfaces. The upper cooking zone is movable betweens a closed position whereupon cooking is performed on the upper cooking surfaces, and an open position whereby access is provided to the lower cooking surfaces. Control of either zone is performed through a plurality of control elements. When the upper cooking zone is in a closed position, the control elements regulate the upper heating surfaces and, when the upper cooking zone is raised to the open position, the control elements are used to control the lower cooking surfaces.

Abstract: A cooking stove having a cook top, or hob, for cooking food, components thereof, and method of production. The stove has a stove body, a smooth-top cook top with a cooking surface to cook food thereon, and a heat source disposed adjacent to the cooking surface. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, the abstract is not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.

Abstract: A hot plate unit for heating semiconductor wafers. The hot plate unit includes a case, a hot plate, a seal element, and a holding ring. The seal element is made of a heat insulative material and is arranged between the case and the hot plate. The hot plate is clamped between the holding ring and the seal element. Screws for fastening the holding ring do not contact the hot plate.

Abstract: A dark transmissive ceramic glass cooktop panel insert is retained in an opening in a colored cooktop glass ceramic panel to provide a visible area for illumination elements representative of controls for or displays of the cooktop operation. Illumination elements are supported at a position adjacent to the ceramic glass surface insert panel in the cooktop panel opening. A control activates the illumination elements at least in response to burner operations. A method for forming a cooktop surface over burners includes defining an opening in a colored glass ceramic cooktop panel at an area adjacent illumination elements, dimensioning of a glass ceramic insert panel to fit at least a portion of the opening, and supporting the insert panel at the periphery of the opening in the cooktop panel. Preferably, the insert panel supports a frame to provide one-piece removal or installation of the insert and the control.

Abstract: The invention discloses a hot plate unit having an outer housing, at least one inner housing within said outer housing, at least one ribbon or radiant heating element within said at least one inner housing, an insulating means around at least one of said heating elements, and a ceramic top on said outer housing. The insulating means preferably is an inner insulating means and an outer insulating means, preferably with a bottom insulating means. In one embodiment, the outer insulating is cylindrical having an inwardly facing shelf at a bottom thereof with a bottom insulating means which is essentially plate-like. In another embodiment, the outer insulating means is cylindrical and with a bottom insulating means which is cup-shaped having a bottom and beveled raised sides.

Abstract: A prefabricated set for making a cooking top. The prefabricated set includes a glass ceramic hot plate and a frame including a part extending at the hot plate periphery and another part extending in a plane substantially vertical to the hot plate. At least one of the two frame parts includes an elastomer over-molding. A cooking top can be manufactured including such a prefabricated set.

Abstract: A filtering system for a downdraft cooking appliance includes a filter assembly arranged directly below an air grill leading to a venting plenum. The filter assembly includes a liner which supports a filter element and is removably positioned inside the plenum. The filter element can be arranged inside the liner, attached thereto or insert molded into the liner material. The liner is preferably suspended from the air grill so as to be readily removable in unison with the grill for inspection, cleaning or replacement. In a preferred embodiment, the liner is formed with opposing, outwardly projecting flanges which slide into mating channels formed into the underside of the grill. With this arrangement, exposure of the wall surfaces of the plenum to the cooking byproducts is minimized, thereby greatly reducing any necessary cleaning of these surfaces.

Abstract: The invention relates to a portable battery-powered cooking device using improved heating units, with recharging capabilities, optionally with refrigeration capabilities.

Abstract: A cooking unit, such as a stove, for cooking food, which cooking unit may have a cooking hob and cooking elements associated therewith; a mounting and a method of manufacture for a mounting; and a method of manufacture for a cooking unit, such as a stove, for cooking food, which cooking unit may have a cooking hob and cooking elements associated therewith.

Abstract: A heating element assembly in the form of a heating tray and a method of manufacturing heating tray assemblies. The heating tray may be used for defrosting and heating pans such as so-called “half-pans” of frozen food products. The preferred heating tray is configured to fit precisely around a standard thin foil half-pan container, thus optimizing heat transfer between the heating tray and the food product. The varied surface watt density of the heating tray allows for accurate heat placement such that the food product can be evenly warmed while avoiding over warming or burning, particularly at the corners and edges. A preferred embodiment of the heating tray includes two resistance heating elements. The first heating element is a temperature booster used for defrosting and heating, while the second heating element is a maintenance heater to maintain heated food at a serving temperature.

Abstract: A mounting for a cooking surface held at its periphery by at least one support part comprising a fiberglass reinforced duromer or thermosetting resin selected from the group consisting of an unsaturated polyester resin, a melamine resin, a phenol resin, and an epoxy resin, wherein the fiberglass reinforcement are glass fibers having a length of 15 mm to 65 mm.

Abstract: The invention discloses a hot plate unit having an outer housing, at least one inner housing within said outer housing, at least one ribbon or radiant heating element within said at least one inner housing, an insulating means around at least one of said heating elements, and a ceramic top on said outer housing. The insulating means preferably is an inner insulating means and an outer insulating means, preferably with a bottom insulating means. In one embodiment, the outer insulating is cylindrical having an inwardly facing shelf at a bottom thereof with a bottom insulating means which is essentially plate-like. In another embodiment, the outer insulating means is cylindrical and with a bottom insulating means which is cup-shaped having a bottom and beveled raised sides.

Abstract: In a glass or glass ceramic plate for a kitchen appliance the safe edge is to be improved. This safe edge is formed by a rounded rim (5) having a thickness greater than that of the plate (1), which merges integrally and seamlessly with the plate (1).

Abstract: A cooking surface for a cooktop. Encrusted, spilled, or overflowing food is deposited on the cooking surfaces of cooktops during cooking and the removal of such residue is difficult because the surface of a cooktop is typically rough and uneven. The invention teaches the manufacture of an easy-to-clean glass ceramic cooktop from a floated glass ceramic. As a result of the increased use of controls in cooking devices, an increased number of displays are also being used under the surface of the cooktops. The invention provides a cooktop with a smooth, distortion-free surface that is easy to clean. The invention also relates to window panes for enclosed hot areas with high temperatures, which are typically made of transparent glass ceramic. When used as windows in warming stoves or in self-cleaning ovens, combustion residues are thereby deposited on the windows, which residues must then be removed.

Abstract: A kitchen appliance with a work surface made of a temperature-resistant plastic material or composite plastic material, which has a cooktop receptacle. To reduce the installation effort for use in a row of kitchen appliances, a kitchen sink has cutouts for associated plumbing fixtures and a control panel receptacle is embodied in the work surface, besides the cooktop receptacle. Splash guard edges with support receptacles for support elements for kitchen utensils, kitchen utensil deposits and/or kitchen utensil supports are formed on the work surface.

Abstract: Upper and lower housing portions 4, 6, and 8 are connected together around a reduced width interface 10. An electric heating element 38 projects upwardly from the top to allow containers of various sizes to be placed on the element 38. The element 38 has a plug-in connector 40 received into a receptacle 44 carried by a side projection 6 of the housing. An electric conductor 46 extends inside the housing from the receptacle 44 down into a switch 48 mounted on the lower housing portion 8. The stove housing is dimensioned to position the element to be readily accessible by a person seating on the ground or a chair when the stove is resting on the ground, and also to be readily accessible to a person standing adjacent to a table on which the stove is resting. The height of the lower portion is sufficient to isolate a surface on which the stove is resting from excessive heat.

Abstract: A hot plate unit for heating semiconductor wafers. The hot plate unit includes a case, a hot plate, a seal element, and a holding ring. The seal element is made of a heat insulative material and is arranged between the case and the hot plate. The hot plate is clamped between the holding ring and the seal element. Screws for fastening the holding ring do not contact the hot plate.

Abstract: A unitary, one-piece, bent ceramic-based cooktop, mounted on a countertop or upon an appliance cabinet, includes a main plate portion, which defines varies spaced heating element zones, and a face plate portion, which is integral with the main plate portion, and extends forward and downward from a frontal section of the main plate portion. The face plate portion defines a control panel having various knobs and/or switches for use in regulating the operation of heating elements of the cooktop, as well as a control device for a downdraft venting system that includes a grill provided in a generally, laterally centered portion of the main plate portion. In accordance with the most preferred form of the invention, electronic control components are utilized and openings are formed in the face plate portion to accommodate mounting of the electronic control components generally flush with the exposed surface of the face plate portion.

Abstract: The invention relates to a set of modular table model hot plates for cooking having substantially square or rectangular outlines in plan view, comprising the following features in combination: (a) each hot plate forms a module having one or more sides of the square or rectangular outlines exactly matching one or more sides of one or more other hot plates of the set when placed in close fitting side by side relationship; (b) each hot plate of the set having a vitreous ceramic top covering one or more radiant heating element bodies; (c) said vitreous ceramic tops of the set, when the individual modules are placed side by side with said matching sides in close fitting contact, combine to form a level top surface, interrupted by joint lines of minimal width between the vitreous ceramic tops. A conventional silicone adhesive may be used for bonding the vitreous ceramic top onto the shoulder or flange.

Abstract: A hob (1) consisting of a sheet (2) of tempered glass for kitchen appliances, wherein said sheet of glass (2) has holes (3, 4) with shaped edges, such as to create raised parts or protrusions (5) which rise above the surface of said sheet of glass (2). Preparation of the hob (1) comprises heating of said sheet (2) to the softening temperature of glass, after creation of the holes (3, 4),. In this manner said raised parts (5) arc formed and the microcracks that are generated during creation of the holes in the sheet of glass are also eliminated.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a new and novel burner apparatus for use with electric or gas ranges; that is relatively easy to clean and maintain; that can provide a heating surface that can accommodate various sizes of cooking vessels; is relatively inexpensive to manufacture and maintain; is relatively durable and simple in construction; and easy to install on conventional stoves and ranges. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the burner apparatus comprises a heating surface and a magnetic means for securing the burner apparatus in position on the cooking range. In another preferred embodiment of the invention, the burner apparatus includes an electric heating element. In another preferred embodiment of the invention, the burner apparatus cooperates with a gas heating element.

Abstract: A mounting arrangement for a cooking surface is provided. The cooking surface has an edge at one end thereof which is rounded and which is at least partially surrounded by a plastic frame or frame sections. The cooking surface can be supported on the frame or by the frame sections in an opening in a work-plate. The frame or frame sections include a support section which supports a bottom surface of the cooking surface. The frame or frame sections are made of a heat-resistant plastic reactive foam. The reactive foam is injection molded or foamed into a mold in which the cooking surface is housed. In this manner, a mounting arrangement can be easily manufactured without affecting the stability of the cooking surface.

Abstract: An arrangement of a one-piece molded part made of glass ceramic, glass or ceramic is used as the cooking surface of a cooking unit in a cutout of a sill plate. The molded part has an elevated, encircling outer peripheral region that is different from the level of the inner main level of the one-piece molded part, in which at least one cooking zone is located. The one-piece molded part is inserted substantially flush into the cutout of the sill plate or is laid by means of its encircling peripheral area on the edge of the cutout of the sill plate.

Abstract: A cook top with a cook top panel, in particular a cook top panel made of glass ceramic, which is secured on a metallic, single-piece installation frame. The frame has side walls that extend essentially perpendicularly to the cook top panel and which has, on a base side, an installation shoulder which extends parallel to the cook top panel, at a spacing from the cook top panel. The installation shoulder surrounds a large-surface-area base opening formed in the installation frame. The installation shoulder is provided with component openings for securing components of the cook top. In order for it to be possible to configure the installation frame in the simplest possible manner in production terms, the installation frame is configured as a bent part. In this case, at least four side walls are configured as individual side-wall sections which are separate from one another and are each bent individually at right angles from the installation shoulder around a periphery.

Abstract: A stove top assembly comprises a cooking plate having a perimeter portion and a mounting frame around the perimeter portion. In the improvement, the frame includes a lateral carrier member and an upstanding retention member extending extending away from the carrier member. The retention member and the perimeter portion define an upwardly-opening space therebetween and foam substantially fills the space and adheres to the retention member and to the perimeter portion, thereby affixing the plate and the frame to one another. A new method for making a stove top assembly includes positioning the cooking plate in the mounting frame to define an upwardly-opening space around the perimeter portion and between the perimeter portion and the retention member. Substantially all of the space is filled with reactive adhesive foam, thereby affixing the cooking plate and the mounting frame to one another.