The approximately 0.3" (8 mm) thick pan bottom of Nowo Titanium is made of stress-relieved chill-cast aluminum and our ever reliable and cut-resistant non-stick coating made of high-tech titanium help to make perfectly-cooked, delicious meals. To add to the value, the handles can be detached as desired and can turn pans in the Nowo series into an oven-safe casserole dish.