"I had the pleasure of working in Europe a few years ago. At that time (1995) there were virtually no gas burners to be found anywhere in commercial kitchens. The industry has moved to Induction and Combi-ovens almost exclusively. The best advise I received when I was starting to use the Induction was: cover your induction top with cloths so it will be easier to clean until you get used to the speed. It was so true! Product was finished in less than 1/2 the time that gas took, and we won't get into electric (useless in my opinion). The cloths were a huge plus as I had several pots boil over before I had a chance to turn back to the induction top. Two years ago, my former chef came to Canada for a visit and came and saw me at work. He was aghast at the "stone age" conditions of the kitchen as we were still using gas. 'Nuff said."