Carlisle PC180N01 26 Inch Insulated Food Carrier Top Loader Brown Polyethylene

Carlisle  |  MFG #: PC180N01  |  Item #: 171423  |  UPC #: 00077838121740
  • Polyethylene construction ensures impact resistance.
  • Supports full or fractional pans up to 8" deep.
  • Heat-resistant up to 200°F for hot foods.
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The Carlisle PC180N01 Cateraide™ Food Carrier Top Loader Insulated is a commercial-grade, durable plastic food transportation solution designed for high-efficiency foodservice operations. Made from high-quality polyethylene, this insulated top loader accommodates full-size or fractional pans up to 8 inches deep, with an approximate capacity of 24 quarts. It features heat resistance up to 200°F and is built to withstand stain and scratch forces, making it suitable for demanding kitchen environments. Its automatic self-venting system ensures temperature stability, while molded-in handles facilitate ergonomic handling. Crafted in the USA, the Cateraide™ Food Carrier optimizes workflow for catering, banquets, and large-scale food service, providing a reliable and transport-efficient solution for maintaining food integrity during transit.

The Carlisle PC180N01 insulated top loader addresses the needs of commercial kitchens by combining robust durability with ease of handling. Its polyethylene construction ensures long-term resistance to impact and scratches, while the automatic self-venting system maintains consistent temperature control. Designed for stacking and space efficiency, this unit integrates seamlessly into catering and transport workflows, supporting full or fractional pan configurations for flexible service. The built-in molded handles simplify maneuvering in busy environments, making it ideal for high-volume food transport scenarios within catering, hospital, or institutional foodservice settings.

Ideal for catering fleets, large-scale food service, and transport operations where durability and efficient workflow are critical.

The Carlisle PC180N01 Food Carrier features a polyethylene construction with dimensions of 26.25 inches in width, 17.87 inches in depth, and 15.12 inches in height. It weighs approximately 26 pounds, providing a balance between portability and sturdy build. The unit supports full or fractional pans with a maximum depth of 8 inches and includes an automatic self-venting system to maintain temperature stability. Its impact-resistant, stain and scratch-resistant polyethylene material ensures long-lasting performance. The carrier is NSF listed and manufactured in the USA. The stackable design facilitates storage, while dimensions and weight are optimized for handling in busy foodservice settings. The product operates within a temperature range suitable for hot food transportation, up to 200°F. Detailed maintenance and cleaning are straightforward, with disassembly designed for ease of access, ensuring sanitation compliance for commercial operations. The unit's impact-resistant polyethylene construction, combined with molded-in handles, makes it suitable for repeated use in high-volume environments.

A commercial food carrier is a sturdy, insulated container designed for transporting hot or cold foods in professional foodservice environments. The Carlisle PC180N01 top loader offers robust polyethylene construction with heat resistance up to 200°F, supporting the safe, efficient movement of full or fractional pans up to 8 inches deep. Installed in catering fleets, hospital kitchens, and large-scale institutional setups, this unit ensures temperature stability and durability. Its stackable design and built-in handles streamline workflows, making it suitable for high-volume food transport and service applications, especially where reliable, sanitation-compliant equipment is essential.

The Carlisle PC180N01 insulated plastic food carrier is built for medium-volume catering, hospital, and institutional foodservice environments, combining resilient construction and practical design for efficient workflow. The CFS Brands product offers high-impact polyethylene durability, stackability, and precise temperature control, supporting frequent high-volume transportation needs in demanding commercial kitchens.

Compared to similar insulated food carriers, the Carlisle PC180N01 offers superior impact resistance, a fully molded handle design, and a self-venting system that maintains optimal temperatures during transit. Its polyethylene construction ensures long-term durability and ease of cleaning. Optimized for medium-volume foodservice operations, this model supports efficient workflow, sanitation standards, and versatile pan configurations, making it a dependable choice for commercial kitchens requiring robust and transport-ready solutions.

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Product Description

The Carlisle PC180N01 Cateraide™ Food Carrier Top Loader Insulated is a commercial-grade, durable plastic food transportation solution designed for high-efficiency foodservice operations. Made from high-quality polyethylene, this insulated top loader accommodates full-size or fractional pans up to 8 inches deep, with an approximate capacity of 24 quarts. It features heat resistance up to 200°F and is built to withstand stain and scratch forces, making it suitable for demanding kitchen environments. Its automatic self-venting system ensures temperature stability, while molded-in handles facilitate ergonomic handling. Crafted in the USA, the Cateraide™ Food Carrier optimizes workflow for catering, banquets, and large-scale food service, providing a reliable and transport-efficient solution for maintaining food integrity during transit.

Top Carlisle PC180N01 Features

The Carlisle PC180N01 insulated top loader addresses the needs of commercial kitchens by combining robust durability with ease of handling. Its polyethylene construction ensures long-term resistance to impact and scratches, while the automatic self-venting system maintains consistent temperature control. Designed for stacking and space efficiency, this unit integrates seamlessly into catering and transport workflows, supporting full or fractional pan configurations for flexible service. The built-in molded handles simplify maneuvering in busy environments, making it ideal for high-volume food transport scenarios within catering, hospital, or institutional foodservice settings.

  • Capacity: Holds full-size or fractional pans up to 8" deep, approx. 24 qt.
  • Material: Sturdy polyethylene with stain & scratch resistance
  • Temperature Tolerance: Heat-resistant up to 200°F for hot food transport
  • Design & Handling: Molded-in handles for ergonomic grip and stackability
  • Durability & Construction: Impact-resistant, impact & scratch-resistant polyethylene for demanding environments

Ideal for catering fleets, large-scale food service, and transport operations where durability and efficient workflow are critical.

PC180N01 Technical Specs

The Carlisle PC180N01 Food Carrier features a polyethylene construction with dimensions of 26.25 inches in width, 17.87 inches in depth, and 15.12 inches in height. It weighs approximately 26 pounds, providing a balance between portability and sturdy build. The unit supports full or fractional pans with a maximum depth of 8 inches and includes an automatic self-venting system to maintain temperature stability. Its impact-resistant, stain and scratch-resistant polyethylene material ensures long-lasting performance. The carrier is NSF listed and manufactured in the USA. The stackable design facilitates storage, while dimensions and weight are optimized for handling in busy foodservice settings. The product operates within a temperature range suitable for hot food transportation, up to 200°F. Detailed maintenance and cleaning are straightforward, with disassembly designed for ease of access, ensuring sanitation compliance for commercial operations. The unit's impact-resistant polyethylene construction, combined with molded-in handles, makes it suitable for repeated use in high-volume environments.

  • Dimensions: 26.25" W x 17.87" D x 15.12" H
  • Weight: 26 lbs (shipping weight)
  • Capacity: Approximately 24 quarts, full or fractional pans up to 8" deep
  • Material: Polyethylene, impact, stain & scratch resistant
  • Temperature Tolerance: Up to 200°F for hot food transit
  • Stackability: Yes, optimizing storage efficiency
  • Construction & Finish: Brown polyethylene exterior, NSF listed, Made in USA
  • Handling & Features: Molded-in handles, automatic self-venting system for secure temperature maintenance

What is a commercial food carrier

A commercial food carrier is a sturdy, insulated container designed for transporting hot or cold foods in professional foodservice environments. The Carlisle PC180N01 top loader offers robust polyethylene construction with heat resistance up to 200°F, supporting the safe, efficient movement of full or fractional pans up to 8 inches deep. Installed in catering fleets, hospital kitchens, and large-scale institutional setups, this unit ensures temperature stability and durability. Its stackable design and built-in handles streamline workflows, making it suitable for high-volume food transport and service applications, especially where reliable, sanitation-compliant equipment is essential.

Top insulated plastic food carriers for large-volume catering and transport

The Carlisle PC180N01 insulated plastic food carrier is built for medium-volume catering, hospital, and institutional foodservice environments, combining resilient construction and practical design for efficient workflow. The CFS Brands product offers high-impact polyethylene durability, stackability, and precise temperature control, supporting frequent high-volume transportation needs in demanding commercial kitchens.

  • Operation Type — catering fleets and large-scale food transport
  • Kitchen Setting — commercial kitchens and institutional cafeterias
  • Foodservice Category — food transportation and storage solutions
  • Workload Qualifier — moderate throughput with reliable handling
  • Use Case — transporting hot or cold prepared foods efficiently

Why Choose Carlisle PC180N01

Compared to similar insulated food carriers, the Carlisle PC180N01 offers superior impact resistance, a fully molded handle design, and a self-venting system that maintains optimal temperatures during transit. Its polyethylene construction ensures long-term durability and ease of cleaning. Optimized for medium-volume foodservice operations, this model supports efficient workflow, sanitation standards, and versatile pan configurations, making it a dependable choice for commercial kitchens requiring robust and transport-ready solutions.

  • Compact footprint supporting tight storage and transport efficiency
  • Impact-resistant polyethylene enhances longevity in busy environments
  • Self-venting system maintains consistent hot or cold temperatures
  • Stackable design maximizes storage space and workflow flow
  • Made in USA with high-impact, stain & scratch-resistant plastic

Certifications

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Made in the USA

This item was made in the United States of America.

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NSF Listed

The item meets the standards imposed by NSF International. These standards relate to health, public safety and the environment.

Certifications

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Stackable

Designed for efficiency, this item is stackable to save storage space and enhance organization.


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Carlisle PC180N01 26 Inch Insulated Food Carrier Top Loader Brown Polyethylene

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