SMARTSTART TECHNOLOGY: A temperature sensor is built into the non-stick coating that changes to dark red once the pan reaches the optimum temperature. Pop the pan on the hob to heat up, wait for the SmartStart tick to change to dark red & take the guess work out of cooking for perfect results AEROGLIDE NON-STICK COATING: Aeroglide coating has a base layer, durable abrasion layers & a heat resistant exterior coat. The 3-layer coating is 3x stronger than regular non-stick coatings for superior food release & easy clean. Nylon utensils can be used without scratching the pans SUPERIOR BUILD QUALITY: SmartStart pans are lightweight and ultra-tough thanks to expertly crafted 3mm thick aluminium with great heat conductivity properties for fast heat-up. SmartStart Gourmet pans have ergonomic Bakelite handles for a comfortable grip & easy manoeuvrability OVEN & DISHWASHER SAFE: Pans are oven safe up to 170C for up to 40 minutes, giving ultimate versatility for use on the hob or in the oven. Suitable for all hob types, except induction, while the Aeroglide non-stick coating makes the pans dishwasher safe & easy to clean 2 YEAR GUARANTEE: Trusted Tower quality with a standard 1 year guarantee and optional 1 year extension, subject to product registration online