The Cambro 1520518 Camtray® Rectangular Cafeteria Tray is a durable, commercial-grade foodservice accessory designed for high-impact, hygienic transportation and presentation of meals in institutional settings. Made from high-impact fiberglass, this 15" x 20-1/4" tray features a color permanently molded into the surface, preventing fading or peeling over time. Its robust construction ensures resistance to daily dishwasher cleaning, making it suitable for high-volume use in cafeterias, hospitals, and other foodservice operations that require reliable and sanitation-friendly tableware solutions.
Cambro 1520518 Features
The Cambro 1520518 Cafeteria Tray offers a high-impact fiberglass build with a permanently molded color, ensuring longevity and consistent appearance even under rigorous sanitation routines. Designed for commercial environments, it supports easy stacking, cleaning, and handling, ideal for streamlined meal service workflows. Its dimensions accommodate large servings, making it suitable for tray line operations and self-service stations, enhancing operational efficiency and sanitation protocols.
- Durable fiberglass construction: withstands frequent dishwasher cleaning and heavy use
- Large 15" x 20-1/4" surface: accommodates oversized meals and servings
- Permanently molded color: resists fading and peeling in high-temperature dishwashers
- Streamlined stacking design: facilitates quick cleanup and storage in busy kitchens
- Optimized for institution use: suited for cafeteria settings, hospitals, and institutional foodservice
Ideal for bulk meal transport and presentation in commercial cafeteria operations
Cambro 1520518 Technical Specs
The Cambro 1520518 cafeteria tray features a high-impact fiberglass structure with a total weight of 1.85 lbs, designed for reliable, repeated dishwasher use without warping or fading. It is constructed with a fixed color finish in robin egg blue, providing a uniform, professional appearance. The tray measures 15" in width and 20-1/4" in length, with a rectangular shape suited for large portions and tray line service. Its material offers excellent temperature resistance within standard foodservice ranges, ensuring safe handling of hot and cold foods. For maintenance, the tray is dishwasher safe and features a smooth surface for easy cleaning. Dimensions are precisely 15" x 20-1/4". Shipping weight varies depending on packaging, but the product itself is lightweight and easy to handle. Its fiberglass material meets relevant safety standards and withstands routine cleaning, making it a reliable choice for swift, sanitary meal service.
- Electrical Requirements: None required
- Material: High-impact fiberglass
- Dimensions: 15" x 20-1/4"
- Color: Robin egg blue
- Weight: 1.85 lbs
- Dishwasher Safe: Yes
- Temperature Tolerance: Suitable for standard hot and cold food temperatures
- Food Safety: Food-safe fiberglass, easy to sanitize
- Construction Finish: Color permanently molded for durability
- NSF Certified: Yes
Consider integrating this tray in meal assembly lines, self-service stations, or tray return areas where durability, ease of cleaning, and uniform presentation are crucial.
What is a commercial cafeteria tray?
A commercial cafeteria tray is a robust, food-safe service surface used in high-volume foodservice settings like cafeterias and hospitals. Typically constructed from durable materials such as fiberglass or melamine, these trays support efficient meal transport, presentation, and sanitation. The Cambro 1520518 Cafeteria Tray is an example of a high-impact fiberglass model designed for repeated dishwasher cleaning, large serving capacities, and long-term use, making it ideal for institutional environments requiring reliable, hygienic tableware that facilitates streamlined workflow in bulk meal operations.
Top Cafeteria Trays for Foodservice Settings
The Cambro 1520518 is a high-impact fiberglass cafeteria tray built for consistent durability and functional performance in institutional kitchens, supporting medium-volume meal service. It is designed to withstand frequent cleaning, making it suitable for busy cafeterias, hospitals, and large-scale foodservice environments that demand reliable, hygienic tray solutions.
- Operation Type — for medium-volume institutional foodservice
- Kitchen Setting — suitable for compact commercial spaces
- Foodservice Category — ideal for cafeteria and hospital dining
- Workload Qualifier — supports moderate throughput
- Use Case — for transporting large meals efficiently
Why Choose Cambro 1520518?
Designed for durability and practicality, the Cambro 1520518 cafeteria tray features a tough fiberglass construction with a permanent color finish that resists fading and peeling. Its large size and dishwasher-safe design improve workflow and sanitation, making it a restaurant-ready choice for high-volume foodservice settings. Its lightweight yet sturdy build offers reliable service and minimal maintenance compared to competitor models, streamlining operational efficiency in institutional kitchens.
- Compact footprint: ideal for space-constrained foodservice areas
- Heavy-duty fiberglass: withstands rigorous wash cycles and impacts
- Color permanence: resists fading in commercial cleaning
- Large surface area: supports oversized meal servings
- Dishwasher compatible: facilitates quick sanitation routines