Cambro UPC180401 25 Quart Food Carrier Top Loading Polyethylene Slate Blue

The Cambro UPC180401 Ultra Pan Carriers® Top Loading is a high-performance insulated plastic food carrier designed for commercial foodservice applications. Constructed from durable polyethylene with a scratch-resistant textured exterior, this top-loading unit holds one full-size or fractional GN pans up to 8 inches deep, with an approximate capacity of 24-1/2 quarts. It features a self-venting design, stackable form, and removable gasket to optimize food transportation while maintaining temperature integrity for hot or cold items. The integral polyurethane foam insulation ensures thermal retention for up to 4 hours, supporting efficient meal delivery and service workflows in professional kitchens and catering operations.

Top Cambro UPC180401 Features

The Cambro UPC180401 Ultra Pan Carriers® incorporate precise features tailored for commercial kitchens, including top-loading access for swift meal exchanges and insulated construction for temperature stability. Equipped with four molded-in E-Z grip handles, four nylon over-center latches, and a removable gasket, these carriers ensure ease of handling and sanitation. Their self-venting design facilitates quick cooling or heating, making them suitable for transport and holding applications in fast-paced foodservice environments, from catering to institutional settings. The units are dishwasher safe, stackable, and built with high-quality polyethylene to withstand demanding operational conditions.

• Capacity: Holds one GN full or fractional size pan up to 8" deep
• Material: Polyethylene with polyurethane foam insulation for durability and thermal efficiency
• Ease of maintenance: Removable gasket and dishwasher-safe construction simplify cleaning
• Design integration: Stackable for efficient storage within busy kitchen workflows
• Temperature retention: Maintains hot or cold holding for up to 4 hours, supporting food safety

Ideal for high-volume catering, meal delivery, and institutional foodservice operations requiring reliable temperature control and durable transport infrastructure.

Cambro UPC180401 Technical Specs

The Cambro UPC180401 features a self-contained, insulated design with a polyethylene exterior in a slate blue finish, enhancing both longevity and aesthetics in professional settings. Its dimensions are 24.75 inches in width, 17.38 inches in depth, and 12 inches in height, with a weight of 19.2 pounds—making it manageable for staff yet robust enough for daily service. The unit supports hot and cold food retention for up to 4 hours within an operating temperature range, with maximum safe temperatures up to 190°F for hot holding and down to 33.9°F for cold items. The carrier is NSF listed, dishwasher safe, and designed for stackability, optimizing space efficiency in storage facilities. Its heavy-duty nylon and molded handles ensure secure grip, while four nylon over-center latches provide leak-proof closure. Compatibility with GN pans makes it adaptable for various menu items, and its seamless, one-piece construction simplifies cleaning routines.

• Dimensions: 24.75" W x 17.38" D x 12" H
• Weight: 19.2 lbs for the carrier with insulation
• Construction: Polyethylene exterior with polyurethane foam insulation
• Temperature Range: Up to 190°F hot, down to 33.9°F cold, 4-hour retention
• Features: Stackable, dishwasher safe, removable gasket, NSF listed

What is a commercial food carrier?

A commercial food carrier like the Cambro UPC180401 is a durable insulated transport solution designed for professional kitchens and catering services. It supports the safe, efficient movement of hot or cold prepared foods within or between foodservice locations. These carriers feature reinforced construction, thermal insulation, and a design tailored for high-volume handling. The UPC180401, with its top-loading design and polyethylene build, is ideal for institutional settings, catering operations, and mid-volume restaurants needing reliable temperature preservation. Its capacity to hold one GN full or fractional size pan makes it suitable for transporting meals with precise temperature control.

Top insulated plastic food carriers for high-volume foodservice

Professional-grade, Cambro UPC180401 insulated plastic food carriers are built for reliable, temperature-controlled transport in institutional and catering foodservice settings. Cambro UPC180401 excels in durability, functionality, and ease of handling, making it suitable for efficient high-volume operation in commercial kitchens and catering operations.

• Operation Type — ideal for catering and large-scale meal delivery
• Kitchen Setting — suited to institutional, healthcare, and educational facilities
• Foodservice Category — designed for portable hot and cold food transport
• Workload Qualifier — handles moderate throughput with rapid food turnover
• Use Case — supports temperature-sensitive food holding and transfer

Why Choose Cambro UPC180401

The Cambro UPC180401 stands out from similar insulated carriers due to its sturdy polyethylene construction, large capacity, and comprehensive design features such as four molded handles and four nylon latches. Its thermal retention capacity supports efficient food safety protocols, while the stackable, seamless form facilitates easy cleaning and storage. The unit’s compatibility with GN pans and self-venting design enhance operational versatility in busy foodservice environments, improving workflow and sanitation compared to competing models.

• Compact footprint suited for space-efficient storage in professional kitchens
• Heavy-duty polyethylene shell provides impact resistance and long durability
• Self-venting feature enables quick temperature adjustments during transport
• Removable gasket simplifies sanitation routines for high standards of cleanliness
• Supports up to 4 hours of hot or cold holding, reducing food waste risks