Equipment for a banquet & wedding catering
| Equipment | Standard model | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk Cooking Range | Single burner 600×600×450 mm, 3-ring 75 | ₹39,000 |
| Tilting Bratt Pan | 80 L, 10 mm SS-clad base | ₹2,52,000 |
| Steam Jacketed Kettle | 100 L, SS 304 inner shell | ₹2,94,000 |
| Food Warmer | Heated cabinet, 3 shelves | ₹45,000 |
| Chafing Dish | 9 L rectangular, roll-top lid | ₹4,900 |
| Buffet Counter | 8 ft, hot wells + cold well | ₹1,19,000 |
| Food Delivery Trolley | 3 shelf, SS 304 | ₹36,500 |
| Gas Tandoor | SS 304 drum, clay pot 24″ | ₹53,000 |
Landed setup cost in Kandy
Estimates for a typical equipment package, including freight, insurance, duty, taxes and local delivery:
| Size | Equipment ex-works | Landed |
|---|---|---|
| Small — up to 100 meals a day / 40 covers | ₹9,72,400 | LKR 4,975,521 (₹14,42,901) |
| Medium — 100 to 500 meals a day / 80–120 covers | ₹19,44,800 | LKR 9,492,541 (₹27,52,837) |
| Large — 500 to 2,000 meals a day | ₹38,18,400 | LKR 18,313,179 (₹53,10,822) |
Rates as of October 2026. Build your own list in the kitchen setup estimator.
How we deliver a banquet & wedding catering project
- Survey and brief — menu, meals per day, space and utilities (video survey for overseas sites).
- Layout and equipment schedule — 2D layout, gas, water, drain and power points.
- Fabrication — SS 304 at our Navi Mumbai factory, with inspection before dispatch.
- Shipping and clearance — crated and shipped to Colombo, documents for customs.
- Handover and service — staff training, warranty and AMC.
Compliance in Sri Lanka
Kitchens in Kandy are checked against SLSI. Supply is 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz and kitchens commonly run on LPG. We build hoods, gas trains and drainage to suit.
Why Fabrrinox Potnis
- SS 304 as standardFood-contact surfaces in SS 304, with SS 316 for coastal, marine and chemical environments.
- Own factoryBuilt at our MIDC Pawane, Navi Mumbai plant: you deal with the manufacturer, not a trader.
- Design to handoverLayout drawings, fabrication, delivery, installation, gas and exhaust commissioning, and AMC.
- Since 2004Founded by Mr Dilip Potnis, with 35+ years of commercial kitchen experience behind the designs.
FAQs: Banquet & Wedding Catering in Kandy
What equipment does a banquet & wedding catering need?
A typical banquet & wedding catering needs bulk cooking range, tilting bratt pan, steam jacketed kettle, food warmer, chafing dish and buffet counter, plus SS work tables, sinks and racking. The exact list depends on menu and meals per day; we prepare it with the layout.
How much does it cost to set up a banquet & wedding catering in Kandy?
Our estimate for a small setup is about LKR 4,975,521, medium about LKR 9,492,541 and large about LKR 18,313,179, landed with freight, duty and taxes. Civil, electrical and HVAC works are extra.
How long does the project take?
Design 1–2 weeks, fabrication 4–6 weeks, sea transit 3–5 days to Colombo, then clearance and installation.
Do you provide the kitchen layout and drawings?
Yes. For complete kitchens we provide a 2D layout, equipment schedule, and gas, water, drain and power points at no charge once the order is confirmed.
Which approvals should the kitchen meet in Sri Lanka?
Plan for SLSI. We design to these and share technical sheets your consultant needs.
Do you offer maintenance after installation?
Yes: annual maintenance contracts with preventive visits, exhaust cleaning and spare parts through partners or scheduled service trips.