Fuel Cans, Extras, and the Caterer's Golden Rule
Every rack needs its own fuel source. Each Caterpax rack uses two fuel cans simultaneously — one at each end of the water pan. The 3-rack set includes 6 fuel cans; the 5-rack set includes 10. Each can is a 4-hour wick fuel can, which covers most events without needing a swap.
If your event runs longer than 4 hours, plan for replacement cans before service starts — not halfway through it. Order Caterpax 6-hour wick cans in pairs per rack. For very long events of 8+ hours, have a full spare set ready and plan the swap at the 5-hour mark. Caterpax wick cans have a resealable screw cap, so any partially used can from a previous event is ready to go for the next one.
Three practical extras to consider alongside your racks: wind guards (essential for any outdoor setup — one per rack, available in white and black), replacement kits (if you already own racks from a previous event, the replacement kit covers pans, trays, lids, utensils, and fuel without buying new racks), and always — the caterer's golden rule — order one rack more than you think you need. The cost of a spare rack is nothing compared to a dish without a home 20 minutes into service.
