May 13, 2025

Not All Chicago Metallic Pans Are the Same

Since 1898, Chicago Metallic has been proudly crafting high-quality bakeware. As a brand of Bundy Baking Solutions since 2005, we’re trusted by professional bakers, foodservice operations, and commercial kitchens around the world. But if you’ve landed here while searching for home bakeware, you’re not alone—and we’re here to clear up some common confusion.

Why the Confusion?

It’s understandable — there are two companies using the Chicago Metallic name, and that can make things confusing for shoppers. The reason? The brands were once one and the same.

In 2005, the business split into two distinct paths—one focused on retail bakeware for home bakers, and the other dedicated to commercial baking solutions. At that time, Bundy Baking Solutions acquired the commercial side of Chicago Metallic, and since then, we’ve continued to manufacture bakeware for commercial bakeries, restaurants, and foodservice operations around the world.

Two Brands. Two Very Different Missions.

Chicago Metallic – A Bundy Baking Solution (That’s Us!)

• We specialize in commercial-grade bakeware used by professionals in the baking, restaurant, and foodservice industries.
• Our pans are manufactured in the United States with global materials.
• Look for our signature eagle logo stamped into each pan—a symbol of quality and American craftsmanship.
• Our expertise lies in delivering durability, consistency, and precision at scale.

Chicago Metallic – Lifetime Brands

• This separate company produces bakeware for home use, sold through retailers such as Amazon and department stores.
• Their products are now manufactured in China (and other possible locations) and marketed to individual consumers and hobby bakers.
• Their pans typically feature the “Chicago Metallic” name stamped into the metal—not our eagle logo.

Chicago Metallic: Brand Comparison

	Chicago Metallic – A Bundy Baking Solution	Chicago Metallic – Lifetime Brands
Customer Focus	Commercial bakeries, restaurants, foodservice	Home bakers, personal use
Product Use	Industrial and high-volume baking	Retail and household baking
Ownership	Bundy Baking Solutions	Lifetime Brands
Brand Logos		*This logo and tagline are property of Lifetime Brands, Inc.
Manufacturing Location	USA with global materials	China (and other possible locations)
Branding on Pans		*Image is property of Lifetime Brands, Inc.
Sales Channels	Direct, foodservice suppliers, distributors	Amazon, department stores, retail chains
Founded	1898; acquired in 2005	1898; acquired in 2005
Contact Info	cmbakeware.com; [email protected]	chicagometallicbakeware.com; [email protected]

Looking for Bakeware for Your Home?

If you’re a home baker looking for high-quality pans, we recommend checking out our sister company, USA PAN. USA PAN creates commercial-quality bakeware made for personal kitchens, with the same performance and reliability trusted by professional bakers.

Our Commitment to Clarity and Quality

We know brand confusion can be frustrating. That’s why we’re committed to being transparent about who we are and what we do. Chicago Metallic, as part of Bundy Baking Solutions, is dedicated to supporting commercial bakeries and foodservice operations with the highest quality bakeware solutions.

If you have questions or aren’t sure which brand is the right fit for your needs, don’t hesitate to contact us — we’re happy to help.