American Metalcraft NP18 12 Inch Oval Platter Melamine Two Tone Black White

American Metalcraft  |  MFG #: NP18  |  Item #: 1011532
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  • Resilient melamine for commercial durability
  • Oval shape enhances presentation quality
  • Withstands frequent dishwasher cleaning
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The American Metalcraft NP18 Platter is a commercial-grade plastic serving piece designed for high-volume foodservice environments, with precise dimensions of 18 inches in length and 12 inches in width. Crafted from durable melamine, this oval platter offers a resilient, break-resistant surface suitable for busy restaurants, buffet lines, and catering operations. Its two-tone black and white finish enhances presentation while maintaining ease of cleaning and longevity, making it an optimal solution for professional use where durability and visual appeal are paramount.

The NP18 Platter provides robust performance in moderate workload foodservice settings, featuring a resilient melamine construction that withstands frequent use. Its oval shape enhances presentation for various cuisine types, with dimensions suited for large appetizer displays or main course servings. Designed for easy cleaning and maintenance, it integrates seamlessly into established workflow operations, supporting efficient plating and service in commercial kitchens, cafeterias, and catering environments.

Ideal for institutional catering, buffet stations, or restaurant tabletop service.

The American Metalcraft NP18 Platter is constructed from high-grade melamine, providing a durable and shatter-resistant surface suitable for busy commercial environments. It measures 18 inches in length and 12 inches in width, with a height of 1.75 inches, and weighs 2.81 pounds for stable handling. The two-tone black and white finish enhances visual presentation, while the food-safe material ensures easy cleaning and compatibility with standard dishwashing procedures. Its commercial-grade design features an oval shape, optimized for versatile food displays, and it operates within typical warewashing temperature ranges. The product's lightweight yet sturdy build makes it ideal for high-turnover settings, offering reliable service with minimal maintenance, all while supporting efficient workflow in food prep stations, buffets, and catering service lines.

A commercial platter is a durable, high-capacity servingware piece used in professional foodservice settings such as restaurants, catering, and buffets. The American Metalcraft NP18 Platter, fabricated from resilient melamine, is designed for repeated use in busy commercial environments, offering an oval shape that maximizes presentation options and ease of handling. It is typically installed in buffet lines, display stations, or plated service areas where high durability and ease of cleaning are essential, making it suitable for mid-volume restaurants, catering lines, and institutional foodservice operations requiring reliable, restaurant-ready servingware.

Designed for moderate throughput in restaurant or catering environments, the NP18 from American Metalcraft offers a robust, warehouse-grade melamine construction with a sizable oval profile, ideal for presentation and practicality in foodservice. With a durable build, it supports efficient workflow in institutional kitchens and catering lines. The model NP18 is suited for food displays, buffet setups, and plated applications, enabling reliable service in busy commercial kitchens.

Compared to similar plastic platters, the American Metalcraft NP18 offers a more durable melamine construction that resists breakage and withstands regular dishwashing. Its oval shape enhances presentation versatility, and the lightweight design improves handling and workflow efficiency. With a classic two-tone finish, it delivers both aesthetic appeal and long-lasting performance, making it a preferred choice for professional foodservice operations seeking dependable, restaurant-quality platters.

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Product Description

The American Metalcraft NP18 Platter is a commercial-grade plastic serving piece designed for high-volume foodservice environments, with precise dimensions of 18 inches in length and 12 inches in width. Crafted from durable melamine, this oval platter offers a resilient, break-resistant surface suitable for busy restaurants, buffet lines, and catering operations. Its two-tone black and white finish enhances presentation while maintaining ease of cleaning and longevity, making it an optimal solution for professional use where durability and visual appeal are paramount.

Top American Metalcraft NP18 Features

The NP18 Platter provides robust performance in moderate workload foodservice settings, featuring a resilient melamine construction that withstands frequent use. Its oval shape enhances presentation for various cuisine types, with dimensions suited for large appetizer displays or main course servings. Designed for easy cleaning and maintenance, it integrates seamlessly into established workflow operations, supporting efficient plating and service in commercial kitchens, cafeterias, and catering environments.

  • Resilient melamine construction for commercial durability
  • Oval shape optimizes presentation and portioning
  • Easy to clean with dishwasher-safe melamine surface
  • Sized for versatile food display at 18\"L x 12\"W
  • Break-resistant design suitable for high-volume use

Ideal for institutional catering, buffet stations, or restaurant tabletop service.

American Metalcraft NP18 Technical Specs

The American Metalcraft NP18 Platter is constructed from high-grade melamine, providing a durable and shatter-resistant surface suitable for busy commercial environments. It measures 18 inches in length and 12 inches in width, with a height of 1.75 inches, and weighs 2.81 pounds for stable handling. The two-tone black and white finish enhances visual presentation, while the food-safe material ensures easy cleaning and compatibility with standard dishwashing procedures. Its commercial-grade design features an oval shape, optimized for versatile food displays, and it operates within typical warewashing temperature ranges. The product's lightweight yet sturdy build makes it ideal for high-turnover settings, offering reliable service with minimal maintenance, all while supporting efficient workflow in food prep stations, buffets, and catering service lines.

  • Size: 18\"L x 12\"W, with 1.75\" height
  • Material: Melamine, two-tone black/white finish
  • Weight: 2.81 lbs for stable handling
  • Durability: Break-resistant, dishwasher-safe construction
  • Temperature Range: Suitable for normal dishwashing temperatures, food-safe
  • Usability: Oval shape enhances presentation in foodservice workflows

What is a commercial platter

A commercial platter is a durable, high-capacity servingware piece used in professional foodservice settings such as restaurants, catering, and buffets. The American Metalcraft NP18 Platter, fabricated from resilient melamine, is designed for repeated use in busy commercial environments, offering an oval shape that maximizes presentation options and ease of handling. It is typically installed in buffet lines, display stations, or plated service areas where high durability and ease of cleaning are essential, making it suitable for mid-volume restaurants, catering lines, and institutional foodservice operations requiring reliable, restaurant-ready servingware.

Top plastic platter for various foodservice operations

Designed for moderate throughput in restaurant or catering environments, the NP18 from American Metalcraft offers a robust, warehouse-grade melamine construction with a sizable oval profile, ideal for presentation and practicality in foodservice. With a durable build, it supports efficient workflow in institutional kitchens and catering lines. The model NP18 is suited for food displays, buffet setups, and plated applications, enabling reliable service in busy commercial kitchens.

  • Operation Type — moderate-volume catering and restaurant service
  • Kitchen Type — busy commercial kitchens and buffet stations
  • Foodservice Category — serving platters and display ware
  • Workload Qualifier — supporting steady, reliable use
  • Use Case — presentation of large food portions or appetizers

Why Choose American Metalcraft NP18

Compared to similar plastic platters, the American Metalcraft NP18 offers a more durable melamine construction that resists breakage and withstands regular dishwashing. Its oval shape enhances presentation versatility, and the lightweight design improves handling and workflow efficiency. With a classic two-tone finish, it delivers both aesthetic appeal and long-lasting performance, making it a preferred choice for professional foodservice operations seeking dependable, restaurant-quality platters.

  • More durable melamine resists breakage better than standard plastics
  • Designed with a compact oval profile for efficient presentation
  • Lightweight construction accelerates service and handling
  • Resistant to chipping and scratching in busy environments
  • Suitable for commercial dishwashers, reducing labor and maintenance costs

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American Metalcraft NP18 Platter 18"L X 12"W Oval
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American Metalcraft NP18 12 Inch Oval Platter Melamine Two Tone Black White

$37.04 $68.60

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