American Metalcraft MEL189 18 Inch Rectangular Platter with Break-resistant Melamine White

American Metalcraft  |  MFG #: MEL189  |  Item #: 11986  |  UPC #: 0704339925859
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  • Durable melamine withstands heavy use
  • Rectangular shape enhances presentation
  • Break-resistant design reduces replacements
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The American Metalcraft MEL189 Platter is a commercial-grade plastic serving platform designed for high-demand foodservice environments. Crafted from durable melamine, this rectangular platter measures 18-1/4 inches in length, 9 inches in width, and stands 3/4 inch tall, offering a robust and break-resistant solution for presentation and service applications in restaurants, catering, and hospitality operations. Its flat surface and precise dimensions facilitate versatile food presentation, making it suitable for both casual and upscale settings. Engineered for reliability and extended use, the MEL189 is optimized for medium-workload foodservice workflows requiring repeated handling and dishware sanitization, ensuring consistent performance across busy service periods.

The MEL189 plastic platter provides a large, break-resistant surface ideal for food presentation in commercial kitchens. Its melamine construction ensures durability during frequent dishwasher cleaning, while the rectangular shape enhances portion display and stacking efficiency. Designed for moderate-volume operations, it accommodates a variety of dishes from appetizers to main courses, seamlessly integrating into buffet lines, plated service, or self-service stations. Its neutral white finish complements diverse restaurant themes and ensures easy coordination with existing dinnerware. This platter supports efficient workflow with its lightweight design and uniform size tailored for high turnover environments.

An ideal choice for medium-volume catering, buffet lines, and casual dining service environments requiring reliable dishware.

The American Metalcraft MEL189 Platter features a high-quality melamine construction, offering a lightweight yet sturdy solution for demanding foodservice settings. With overall dimensions of 18-1/4 inches in length, 9 inches in width, and 3/4 inch in height, it suits installations requiring flat, rectangular presentation surfaces. Weighing just under 3 pounds, it supports frequent handling and dishwasher cleaning, thanks to its break-resistant design. While specific electrical or cooling requirements do not apply, the platter’s material safety aligns with standard cleaning protocols for commercial kitchen equipment. Its white finish enhances visual appeal and cleanliness, and it resists chipping and cracking over time, making it suitable for mid-volume restaurant operations and catering applications.

A commercial plastic platter is a durable, lightweight foodservice serving platform designed for high-traffic environments like restaurants, catering, and cafeterias. Made primarily from break-resistant melamine, it provides a flat, rectangular surface suitable for presenting appetizers, entrees, or side dishes. The American Metalcraft MEL189 Platter measures 18-1/4 inches by 9 inches, optimized for moderate throughput applications in hospitality settings, such as buffets or plated service stations, offering reliable performance and ease of handling in busy foodservice workflows.

Designed for medium-volume foodservice workflows, the American Metalcraft MEL189 plastic platter combines durability, functional size, and professional presentation; ideal for buffet lines, catering, and casual dining operations. Its high-quality melamine build supports frequent use and cleaning without cracking or chipping, making it suitable for restaurant-ready applications.

Why choose the American Metalcraft MEL189 Platter over similar commercial plastic options? Its break-resistant melamine design ensures longevity, even in demanding service environments. The flat, rectangular form provides a professional presentation surface that integrates seamlessly into diverse foodservice workflows. Its lightweight construction minimizes handling fatigue, and its easy maintenance supports quick turnover and sanitation, making it a reliable component for medium-volume foodservice operations.

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The American Metalcraft MEL189 Platter is a commercial-grade plastic serving platform designed for high-demand foodservice environments. Crafted from durable melamine, this rectangular platter measures 18-1/4 inches in length, 9 inches in width, and stands 3/4 inch tall, offering a robust and break-resistant solution for presentation and service applications in restaurants, catering, and hospitality operations. Its flat surface and precise dimensions facilitate versatile food presentation, making it suitable for both casual and upscale settings. Engineered for reliability and extended use, the MEL189 is optimized for medium-workload foodservice workflows requiring repeated handling and dishware sanitization, ensuring consistent performance across busy service periods.

Top American Metalcraft MEL189 Features

The MEL189 plastic platter provides a large, break-resistant surface ideal for food presentation in commercial kitchens. Its melamine construction ensures durability during frequent dishwasher cleaning, while the rectangular shape enhances portion display and stacking efficiency. Designed for moderate-volume operations, it accommodates a variety of dishes from appetizers to main courses, seamlessly integrating into buffet lines, plated service, or self-service stations. Its neutral white finish complements diverse restaurant themes and ensures easy coordination with existing dinnerware. This platter supports efficient workflow with its lightweight design and uniform size tailored for high turnover environments.

  • Durable melamine construction withstands heavy use
  • Rectangular shape optimizes food presentation and stacking
  • Break-resistant design reduces replacement costs
  • Lightweight for easy handling in busy service lines
  • Size fits standard food portions for versatility

An ideal choice for medium-volume catering, buffet lines, and casual dining service environments requiring reliable dishware.

American Metalcraft MEL189 Technical Specs

The American Metalcraft MEL189 Platter features a high-quality melamine construction, offering a lightweight yet sturdy solution for demanding foodservice settings. With overall dimensions of 18-1/4 inches in length, 9 inches in width, and 3/4 inch in height, it suits installations requiring flat, rectangular presentation surfaces. Weighing just under 3 pounds, it supports frequent handling and dishwasher cleaning, thanks to its break-resistant design. While specific electrical or cooling requirements do not apply, the platter’s material safety aligns with standard cleaning protocols for commercial kitchen equipment. Its white finish enhances visual appeal and cleanliness, and it resists chipping and cracking over time, making it suitable for mid-volume restaurant operations and catering applications.

  • Dimensions: 18-1/4"L x 9"W x 3/4"H
  • Material: Melamine
  • Weight: 2.96 lbs
  • Color: White
  • Construction: Break-resistant, dishwasher safe
  • Design: Rectangular flat surface for versatile meal presentation
  • Ensure proper clearance for airflow and handling
  • Designed for medium-volume dishwashing cycles
  • Compatible with standard foodservice shelving and storage
  • Ideal for buffets, self-service lines, and plated meals
  • Requires routine cleaning with compatible dishwashing protocols

What is a commercial plastic platter

A commercial plastic platter is a durable, lightweight foodservice serving platform designed for high-traffic environments like restaurants, catering, and cafeterias. Made primarily from break-resistant melamine, it provides a flat, rectangular surface suitable for presenting appetizers, entrees, or side dishes. The American Metalcraft MEL189 Platter measures 18-1/4 inches by 9 inches, optimized for moderate throughput applications in hospitality settings, such as buffets or plated service stations, offering reliable performance and ease of handling in busy foodservice workflows.

Top Plastic Platters for Foodservice Environments

Designed for medium-volume foodservice workflows, the American Metalcraft MEL189 plastic platter combines durability, functional size, and professional presentation; ideal for buffet lines, catering, and casual dining operations. Its high-quality melamine build supports frequent use and cleaning without cracking or chipping, making it suitable for restaurant-ready applications.

  • Operation Type — moderate-volume catering and buffet service
  • Kitchen Type — casual and upscale hospitality settings
  • Foodservice Category — restaurant, catering, cafeteria
  • Workload Qualifier — medium throughput environments
  • Use Case — food presentation and service support

Why Choose American Metalcraft MEL189

Why choose the American Metalcraft MEL189 Platter over similar commercial plastic options? Its break-resistant melamine design ensures longevity, even in demanding service environments. The flat, rectangular form provides a professional presentation surface that integrates seamlessly into diverse foodservice workflows. Its lightweight construction minimizes handling fatigue, and its easy maintenance supports quick turnover and sanitation, making it a reliable component for medium-volume foodservice operations.

  • Features a robust, break-resistant melamine surface for durability
  • Designed with a rectangular shape to maximize presentation space
  • Lightweight construction improves handling efficiency
  • Resists chipping and cracking under heavy use
  • Optimized for medium-volume, high-turnover service

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American Metalcraft MEL189 18 Inch Rectangular Platter with Break-resistant Melamine White

$30.56 $56.60

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