Cambro 1216D501 12 Inch Dietary Tray Low Profile Fiberglass Dishwasher Safe - 12/Case

The Cambro 1216D501 Dietary Tray for Patient Feeding is a durable, healthcare-grade foodservice item designed for efficient patient meal delivery. Measuring 12" x 16", this rectangular fiberglass tray features a low profile and low slope edge to facilitate easy handling and prevent spillage. Its reinforced fiberglass construction ensures high-impact strength, making it suitable for busy clinical environments. Dishwasher safe and resistant to rust, this tray maintains integrity across repeated use, supporting ergonomic workflow in hospital cafeterias, long-term care facilities, and rehabilitation centers. With a lightweight design at 13.75 lbs, it offers a reliable solution for patient feeding with precise dimensions and material durability tailored for high-volume healthcare operations.

Top Cambro 1216D501 Features

The Cambro 1216D501 Dietary Tray combines lightweight fiberglass with high-impact durability, supporting hospital meal service efficiency. Its low profile and low slope edge facilitate ergonomic handling, while dishwasher-safe design simplifies maintenance. Ideal for patient feeding in healthcare facilities, it accommodates standard meal portions in a 12" x 16" layout, ensuring reliable performance under frequent use. Its reinforced fiberglass composition resists chipping and cracking, with dimensions perfectly suited for clinical workflows and careful handling.

• Functionality: Designed for patient feeding with precise 12" x 16" dimensions
• Durability Traits: Reinforced fiberglass construction resists impact and cracking
• Ease of Maintenance: Dishwasher safe for quick and thorough cleaning
• Real-world Use Case: Fits seamlessly into hospital tray delivery systems
• Workflow Integration: Supports efficient feeding routines for healthcare staff

Ideal for healthcare units requiring reliable, durable patient feeding trays

Cambro 1216D501 Technical Specs

The Cambro 1216D501 dietary tray measures 12 inches by 16 inches with a rectangular shape crafted from high-impact reinforced fiberglass. It weighs approximately 13.75 pounds and features a low profile with a low slope edge for easy handling. This tray is dishwasher safe, resistant to rust and scratching, and built for continuous use in medical settings. Its material complies with safety standards for food contact, ensuring suitability for high-volume patient feeding applications. The tray’s construction supports rigorous cleaning routines and handling in hospital environments, with dimensions optimized for standard meal portions and tray service workflows. Its lightweight design combined with robust materials accommodates repetitive use without compromising durability or hygiene compliance.

• Dimensions: 12" x 16" rectangular shape, ideal for standard meals
• Weight: 13.75 lbs for easy handling and transport
• Material: Reinforced fiberglass for impact resistance
• Construction: Dishwasher safe and rust-resistant fiberglass surface
• Safety & Compliance: Meets food contact safety standards for healthcare environments

What is a commercial dietary tray?

A commercial dietary tray is a purpose-built serving platform used primarily in healthcare and institutional foodservice settings to deliver meals to patients and residents. It is constructed from durable, impact-resistant materials such as fiberglass, designed for rigorous daily cleaning and frequent handling. These trays typically feature specific dimensions like 12"x16" for standard portion presentation, with low-profile designs that facilitate ergonomic use by staff. The Cambro 1216D501 dietary tray, for example, is manufactured for high impact and long-term use, equipped with features that support hygienic and efficient meal delivery in hospitals, nursing homes, and clinical environments. Its reinforced fiberglass composition ensures longevity and compliance with hygiene standards, making it an essential piece of equipment for healthcare feeding routines.

Top Dietary Trays for Healthcare Facilities

Designed for medical feeding operations, the Cambro 1216D501 Dietary Tray offers superior durability and ergonomic design for patient meal service. This tray is ideal for hospital kitchens, long-term care, and rehabilitation centers needing reliable, easy-to-clean equipment for high-volume patient feeding workflows.

• Operation Type — suitable for hospital meal delivery workflows
• Kitchen Setting — fits in clinical and institutional kitchens
• Foodservice Category — tailored for patient foodservice in healthcare
• Workload Qualifier — supports moderate to high patient meal throughput
• Use Case — optimized for healthcare patient feeding routines

Why Choose Cambro 1216D501 Dietary Tray

Compared to similar transport and feeding trays, the Cambro 1216D501 stands out with its reinforced fiberglass construction, low slope edge design for ergonomic handling, and dishwasher-safe features that streamline cleaning. Its lightweight yet impact-resistant build offers long-term durability, minimizing replacement costs and downtime, making it ideal for demanding healthcare environments that require robust and sanitation-compliant patient feeding solutions.

• Manufactured with impact-resistant reinforced fiberglass for longevity
• Designed with a low profile for comfortable handling and stacking
• Supports efficient cleaning routines with dishwasher-safe construction
• Optimized dimensions for standard patient meal service in healthcare
• Resistant to rust and chipping for sustained hygiene and performance