The 96 cm-high stand for the NXL 4-pizza electric pizza oven is the ergonomic variant of the NXL4 stand. Where the standard stand (100 × 85 × 86 cm, €410) positions the oven at 86 cm from the floor, this model raises it to 96 cm — 10 cm more that make a real difference for a tall operator, for a kitchen with a raised worktop, or for a configuration where the oven must be accessible to operators of different heights with no adjustment. At €420 — €10 more than the standard model — it is the ergonomic option for intensive-use pizza stations.
Why 10 cm of height make a difference in service
The ideal working height for a pizza oven varies with the operator's build. The general ergonomic rule is that the oven opening (loading mouth) should be about 5-10 cm below the standing operator's elbow level — matching a worktop height of 85-90 cm for an operator of 165-170 cm, and 95-100 cm for an operator of 175-185 cm.
With the 86 cm stand, an operator of 180 cm has to slightly bend the elbows downward to load — not uncomfortable for a few pizzas, but over a 3-4 hour service loading and unloading every 6-8 minutes, the postural difference accumulates into wrist and shoulder fatigue. The 96 cm stand solves this problem for tall operators by eliminating the excessive bend.
For mixed teams (several pizzaioli of different heights), the height choice should be made for the main operator who spends the most time at the pizza station. If your team is mostly over 175 cm, this 96 cm stand will be the most comfortable. If it is mostly under 175 cm, the standard 86 cm model is preferable.
SNXL4 at 96 cm vs SNXL4 at 86 cm: when to prefer which
The two NXL4 stand variants have almost identical dimensions (1 cm more depth for the 96 cm model: 86 vs 85 cm) and a very close price (€410 vs €420). The decision is made on the basis of:
Main operator's height — under 175 cm: 86 cm model. Over 175 cm: 96 cm model. For an operator of exactly 175 cm, both work — it is the boundary of both models' ergonomic range.
Surrounding worktop height — if the pizza station installs between two worktops at 96 cm height (standard-height catering tables), the 96 cm stand creates a coherent work-level continuity. An oven at 86 cm between two worktops at 96 cm creates a visual and practical discontinuity for passing dishes.
Multi-operator accessibility — in a brigade where several people of varying heights work at the pizza station, the height choice should favour the operators who spend the most time at the station, not the tallest or shortest.
For which establishment
Pizzeria with a stable team of tall operators — if your main pizzaiolo is 180 cm and over, the 10 extra cm of the 96 cm stand significantly improve comfort over a long service and reduce cumulative fatigue.
Restaurant whose worktops are at 95-100 cm — to create a pizza station at the same work level as adjacent worktops, the 96 cm stand ensures ergonomic continuity without building a riser.
Installation on a raised counter — in some catering or non-standard-height counter configurations, the work floor may be higher than in a classic kitchen. A 96 cm stand can offset this height difference.
Technical specifications
| Compatibility | NXL 4-pizza electric pizza oven |
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| Dimensions | 100 × 86 × 96 cm (W × D × H) |
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| Material | Stainless steel |
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| Price excl. VAT | €420 |
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What restaurateurs ask
- How to choose between the SNXL4 at 86 cm and this SNXL4 at 96 cm?
- If your main operator is under 175 cm, choose the 86 cm model (€410). Over 175 cm, this 96 cm model (€420) will be more comfortable over long services. The price difference is €10, a negligible investment relative to the comfort gain over years of use. For a mixed team, consult us and we guide you according to your configuration.
- Can this 96 cm stand take a second NXL4 oven stacked?
- No — this single stand (96 cm height) takes a single NXL4 oven. For a double configuration, the SNXL44 stand (86 cm height) is the right choice with the stacking kit. A single 96 cm-high stand + a second stacked oven would probably exceed the acceptable height under a standard hood — do not attempt this configuration without first checking the total height with our team.
- Do the extra 10 cm of height change anything for storage under the stand?
- Yes — a 96 cm stand frees slightly more storage space under the oven than an 86 cm stand. This space can take pizza peels, dough-ball crates or other prep accessories. The 10 cm difference is not dramatic for storage, but it marginally improves accessibility to accessories stored under the oven during service.
SNXL4 stand at 96 cm height for the NXL 4-pizza oven. Dimensions 100 × 86 × 96 cm. Standard delivery — contact us for lead times via the contact form.
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