BLUESTAR
American Commercial-Performance Cooking Appliances - Authorised Dealer | Jacio Indicius
Handcrafted in Pennsylvania Since 1880 · Commercial Power · 1,000+ Customisation Options · The Professional Kitchen Experience at Home and in Hospitality
There is a category of premium cooking appliance that occupies a unique position between the functional world of commercial kitchen equipment and the aspirational world of luxury residential and boutique hospitality design – appliances that deliver genuine commercial cooking performance, in the aesthetic language of a designed environment, with the customisation options that architects and hospitality designers require to make a kitchen a statement rather than merely an installation. BlueStar occupies this position definitively – and has occupied it for more than 140 years.
The story begins in Reading, Pennsylvania in 1880, where Prizer-Painter Stove Works, Inc. began manufacturing residential and commercial coal ranges, hot water heaters, furnaces, and heating stoves. That heritage of handcrafted, American-made cooking appliances has continued without interruption through twelve decades of technology evolution – from coal to gas to dual-fuel to induction, from simple mechanical controls to 7-inch touchscreen displays, from limited standard finishes to over 1,000 custom colour and trim options. In 2002, Prizer introduced the BlueStar brand to bring commercial-style ranges to the residential and premium hospitality market – and in doing so created a category that the company continues to lead.
BlueStar ranges deliver up to 25,000 BTU burner output – the high end of what commercial kitchen cooking equipment provides – alongside the gentle 130-degree simmer that professional chefs rely on for delicate sauce work. Their extra-large oven cavities accommodate commercial-size 18″ x 26″ full-size baking sheets. Their open burner systems deliver the direct, intense heat that wok cooking, high-heat searing, and rapid boiling require. And their refrigerator line, handcrafted in Iowa, brings the same performance credentials and aesthetic customisation to cold storage that the cooking range has established as the BlueStar standard.
Jacio Indicius supplies BlueStar appliances to luxury hotel suites and villas, premium residential developments, boutique hospitality design projects, and the serious home cook market across India, the Middle East, Gulf countries, the USA, and Asia.
BlueStar - Brand Profile
| Parent Company | Prizer-Painter Stove Works, Inc.; Reading, Pennsylvania, USA – founded 1880 |
| Brand Introduction | BlueStar brand launched in 2002 for commercial-performance residential cooking |
| Manufacturing | Reading, Pennsylvania (cooking appliances) · Iowa (refrigeration) |
| BTU Power | Up to 25,000 BTU – commercial kitchen-grade burner output |
| Simmer Performance | 130-degree simmer burner – gentler than most residential competitors |
| Customisation | 1,000+ colour options; 10 metal finish options; multiple trim configurations; interchangeable cooktop options (griddle, charbroiler, French burner) |
| Oven Capacity | Extra-large ovens accommodating full-size commercial 18″ x 26″ baking sheets |
| Product Range | Freestanding Ranges (RNB, BSP, Culinary Series, Platinum Series) · Rangetops · Wall Ovens · Induction Cooktops · Gas Cooktops · Ventilation Hoods · Refrigerators (Column, French Door, CoolDrawer) |
| Key Market | Luxury residential · Premium hospitality (hotel villas, suites, boutique hotels) · Serious home chefs |
| Price Range | USD $4,000 to $20,000+ depending on series, size, and customisation |
| Jacio Indicius Status | Authorised partner; supply and specification support across India, Middle East, Gulf, USA, Asia |
The BlueStar Product Range - Commercial Performance, Residential Precision
Freestanding Ranges - BlueStar's Signature Product
BlueStar’s freestanding range collection is the core of the brand’s identity – professionally-scaled, open-burner gas or dual-fuel ranges in multiple sizes and configurations, available in over 1,000 colour and trim combinations. Every burner, door, and hinge is crafted at Prizer-Painter’s Pennsylvania facility, producing appliances that combine the cooking power of a commercial kitchen with the aesthetic precision and customisation of a luxury residential product.
| BlueStar Range Series | Sizes | Fuel | Key Differentiators |
| RNB Series (Restaurant-Inspired) | 24″, 30″, 36″, 48″, 60″ widths | Gas | Flagship BlueStar range; open burners up to 22,000 BTU; 130° simmer; extra-large oven; stainless interior; infrared broiler; 750+ colour options; cast-iron grates; French door oven option |
| BSP Series (Professional) | 30″, 36″, 48″ | Gas | Heavy-duty commercial-grade professional range; high-BTU open burners; larger oven capacity than RNB; designed for cooking-intensive kitchen environments |
| Culinary Series | 30″, 36″ | Gas · Dual Fuel | Entry premium BlueStar range; commercial open burners; full oven capacity; 1,000+ colour customisation; strong value segment |
| Platinum Series | 30″, 36″, 48″, 60″ | Gas · Dual Fuel | Top-tier BlueStar platform; 7-inch touchscreen control; X-8™ star-shaped sealed burners up to 25,000 BTU; True European convection; 8 cooking modes; PowR Oven™ infrared system; griddle options |
| 60″ Professional Dual Fuel Range | 60″ width | Dual Fuel (gas top + electric oven) | 10 open burners; dual ovens; interchangeable griddle/charbroiler; True convection; PowR Oven™; ultimate configuration |
Cooktop Configuration Options
BlueStar ranges offer interchangeable cooktop configurations beyond the standard open burner setup – enabling the kitchen to be configured for the specific cooking style of the owner or the hospitality concept it serves:
- Open Burners: High-BTU direct-flame burners delivering intense, evenly distributed heat; ideal for searing, boiling, and wok cooking
- Griddle: Flat steel surface for pancakes, eggs, burgers, and flat-top cooking; available in 12″ and 24″ configurations
- French/Simmer Burner: Lower BTU output for delicate sauces, chocolate work, and controlled simmering
- Charbroiler: Grate-style broiling surface for steaks, vegetables, and grilled proteins
- X-8™ Star-Shaped Sealed Burners: Platinum Series innovation with eight-point star design for widest heat distribution; up to 25,000 BTU
Rangetops - Commercial Power Without the Oven
BlueStar rangetops provide the full BTU power and configuration options of BlueStar range cooktops in a rangetop format – installed over a custom cabinetry base rather than a built-in oven. Available in 24″, 30″, 36″, and 48″ widths, with the full range of open burner, griddle, and French burner configurations, and the same 1,000+ colour and trim customisation options as the freestanding ranges.
Wall Ovens - European Convection Performance
BlueStar’s wall oven range brings the company’s commercial oven performance credentials to built-in installations – large capacity ovens (accommodating commercial 18″ x 26″ baking sheets) with True European convection and multiple cooking modes.
- French Door Wall Oven: BlueStar’s signature French door opening – two symmetrical doors swing open simultaneously rather than a single door swinging down; creates a more accessible, chef-friendly oven opening for large pan handling; 30″ wide; True European convection; 8 cooking modes; stainless interior
- Single Wall Oven: standard single 30″ or 36″ wall oven; True European convection; PowR Oven™ infrared broiler on Platinum series; commercial 18″x26″ pan capacity
- Double Wall Oven: two oven cavities stacked vertically; each with full BlueStar convection and broiling capability; maximum oven capacity for heavy-use kitchen environments
Induction Cooktops - The Newest BlueStar Technology
BlueStar’s 36-inch induction cooktop brings the company’s commercial power philosophy to induction cooking – delivering the precision temperature control and rapid response of induction technology at the performance levels that BlueStar’s cooking audience demands. The Heat Accelerator technology provides no-wait cooking at maximum power, while gentle simmer capability extends down to 200°F (93°C) for delicate applications. SmartZone technology links adjacent burner zones for large-format cookware.
- 36″ Induction Cooktop: 6 X-8™ star-shaped induction zones; 5,500 Watt maximum per zone; Heat Accelerator rapid response; 200°F gentle simmer; Keep Warm mode; SmartZone linked-zone capability; touch control
Ventilation Hoods - Design Statement Ventilation
BlueStar’s range hood collection is designed to be a design statement – not merely functional ventilation infrastructure. With 1,000+ colour options, 10 metal finish options (including brushed stainless, hammered copper, brass, and custom colours), and optional design details including strapping and rivets, BlueStar hoods are specified by architects and interior designers as much for their visual impact as for their ventilation performance.
- Wall Hoods: wall-mounted canopy hoods in multiple widths (30″ to 60″); full BlueStar customisation; powerful CFM ratings; LED lighting; multiple liner configurations
- Island Hoods: ceiling-mounted island format for ranges not positioned against a wall; all customisation options available
- Custom Hoods: BlueStar’s bespoke hood service for architectural projects requiring non-standard dimensions or specific design features not available in the standard range
Refrigeration - BlueStar Cold Storage with Commercial Credentials
BlueStar’s refrigeration collection – handcrafted in Iowa – brings the same performance, quality, and customisation philosophy to cold storage that the cooking range has established. The range includes column refrigerators and freezers, French door configurations, and the CoolDrawer™ modular format – all with the full BlueStar colour and trim customisation options.
- Column Refrigerator (22.4 cu ft): fully customisable exterior; all-glass interior with glass shelving; accommodates full commercial 18″x26″ sheet pans; ActiveSmart food preservation technology
- Column Freezer: matches column refrigerator in dimensions and finish options for integrated installation; rapid freeze capability
- French Door Refrigerator: ActiveSmart technology; counter-depth option for flush installation; multiple width and capacity configurations
- CoolDrawer™: undercounter or island-installation modular refrigeration drawer; five temperature modes (Fridge, Freezer, Chill, Pantry, Wine) switchable at any time; the most flexible refrigeration format in the BlueStar range
BlueStar in Luxury Hospitality and Premium Residential
| Application | BlueStar Solution | Why BlueStar Fits |
| Luxury Hotel Suites & Villas | Platinum Series range; RNB Series rangetop; Column refrigerator; matching hood | Commercial performance; 1,000+ custom colours to match interior design; commercial pan capacity for villa guest dining |
| Boutique Hotel Restaurant Kitchen | RNB or BSP freestanding range; French door wall oven; BlueStar hood | Commercial BTU power for genuine restaurant output; distinctive visual presence |
| Branded Residential Developments | Full BlueStar kitchen suite: range + hood + refrigerator; colour-matched to development palette | Developer differentiator; commercial performance credentials; colour-matched to interior design specification |
| Premium Private Villas & Residences | RNB or Platinum Series; CoolDrawer™ for butler kitchen; custom hood | Statement kitchen installation; commercial cooking power; customisation to match architectural vision |
| Culinary Experience Centres | BSP or RNB Series; full equipment visibility | Commercial power for cooking demonstrations; visual design quality for guest-facing kitchen environments |