The Duke OPAH-4-CP_217107 EconoMate™ Cold Food Portable Buffet is a versatile and durable mobile cold food serving unit designed for commercial foodservice applications. Constructed with a stainless steel top and enclosed painted steel base, this buffet features a 58-3/8" wide by 22-1/2" deep base, supporting four 5-inch deep ice-cooled stainless steel cold pans. Its open rear design includes a bottom shelf for additional storage, facilitating efficient workflow in mid-volume restaurant, catering, or hospitality environments. The model operates with ice cooling to maintain optimal food safety at specified temperatures, providing precise temperature control for cold product presentation and service.
Top Duke OPAH-4-CP_217107 Features
The Duke OPAH-4-CP_217107 cold food buffet features a stainless steel top and four ice-cooled stainless steel cold pans, ensuring uniform cooling and easy cleaning. The open rear base with a bottom shelf enhances workflow efficiency, while 5-inch casters provide mobility for versatile placement. Designed for reliable performance, it is suitable for medium-volume foodservice operations requiring consistent temperature management and durable construction.
- Functionality: Four ice-cooled stainless steel cold pans support multiple food stations
- Durability: Stainless steel top and cold pans resist corrosion and staining
- Ease-of-use: Open rear design allows quick access and simple maintenance
- Real-world fit: Mobile base with 5" casters accommodates flexible foodservice layouts
- Workflow benefit: Bottom shelf maximizes storage and service efficiency
Ideal for mid-volume catering, banquets, and cafeteria service environments requiring reliable, portable cold food presentation.
DUKE OPAH-4-CP_217107 Technical Specs
The Duke OPAH-4-CP_217107 operates with an ice-cooled refrigeration method, requiring no electrical connection for cooling. It features a self-contained design with a stainless steel top and a painted steel base, finished with a powder coat for durability. The overall dimensions are 58-3/8 inches wide, 36.5 inches deep, and 45.07 inches tall, with a working height of 33 inches. Weighing approximately 278 pounds, it includes four 5-inch casters for mobility. Designed for food safety, all materials are compatible with standard cleaning routines, supporting safe and sanitary food handling. The model is intended for moderate throughput operations, ideal for foodservice settings where flexible, transportable cold food display is needed.
- Electrical Requirements: No electrical connection needed as cooling is ice-based
- Cooling Method: Ice-cooled, self-contained system
- Construction & Finish: Stainless steel top, painted steel base with powder coating
- Dimensions: Width 58-3/8", Depth 36.5", Height 45.07", Working height 33"
- Weight: 278 lbs total, with four mobility casters for placement flexibility
- Temperature Resistance: Maintains safe cold temperatures throughout service
- Food Safety: Materials compatible with cleaning procedures, durable and corrosion-resistant
- Usage Compatibility: Suitable for buffet line, catering, and hospitality services requiring rapid setup and breakdown
- Maintenance & Cleaning: Easy disassembly of pans and surfaces for routine sanitation
- Storage Features: Bottom shelf provides additional storage capacity for supplies
What is a commercial cold food serving counter?
A commercial cold food serving counter is a mobile or stationary unit designed to display and maintain chilled foods at safe temperatures during service. The Duke OPAH-4-CP_217107 model features ice-cooled refrigeration for reliable cold holding, four stainless steel cold pans, and a stainless steel top, making it suitable for mid-volume foodservice environments such as catering, cafeterias, and hospitality facilities. Its durable construction and mobility optimize workflow and product presentation in various settings, supporting efficient, food-safe operations for cold food displays.
Top Cold Food Serving Buffets for Medium-Volume Foodservice Settings
Designed for moderate throughput operations, the Duke OPAH-4-CP_217107 is built with durable stainless steel components, supporting reliable cold storage and presentation in catering, buffet lines, and hospitality environments. As a portable, ice-cooled serving counter, it facilitates efficient foodservice workflows and provides consistent temperature control for cold food display. Duke Manufacturing's model offers a robust, restaurant-ready solution for flexible operations requiring high durability and ease of maintenance.
- Operation Type — suitable for catering and cafeteria service
- Kitchen Type — ideal for mobile and compact commercial kitchens
- Foodservice Category — fits workstations in food courts and banquet halls
- Workload Qualifier — supports moderate-volume, high-turnover service
- Use Case — effective for buffet, catering, and cold food displays
Why Choose Duke Manufacturing OPAH-4-CP_217107?
Compared to similar portable cold food buffets, the Duke OPAH-4-CP_217107 offers superior stainless steel construction, a larger overall capacity, and flexible mobility with four casters. Its open rear base design enhances workflow efficiency, while the ice-cooled system ensures consistent, safe temperatures without electrical dependency. This model's robust build and practical features streamline cold food presentation and service in varied foodservice settings.
- Compact footprint optimized for limited kitchen space
- Durable stainless steel construction resists corrosion and staining
- Mobile design with four casters for flexible placement
- Ice-cooled system eliminates reliance on electrical cooling
- Enclosed base with bottom shelf enhances storage and workflow
