Matfer 652016 11-3/4 Inch Long Spring Operated Tongs Utility Stainless Steel

Matfer  |  MFG #: 652016  |  Item #: 62420  |  UPC #: 3334492520164
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  • Constructed from durable stainless steel for longevity
  • 11-3/4" length provides excellent reach and control
  • Spring mechanism ensures quick, effortless operation
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The Matfer 652016 All-Purpose Tongs 11-3/4" Spring Operated are a professional-grade foodservice utensil designed for precise handling and versatile application in commercial kitchens. Constructed from durable stainless steel with a non-coated handle style, these tongs measure 11-3/4 inches in length, providing a robust grip for both delicate and heavy-duty tasks. Their spring-operated mechanism ensures reliable operation, making them suitable for quick, repetitive use in high-traffic settings such as restaurants, catering services, and institutional food operations. The technical design emphasizes strength, ease of cleaning, and ergonomic handling, ideal for food preparation, plating, and serving functions in demanding foodservice environments.

The All-Purpose Tongs feature a heavy-duty stainless steel construction with a spring-operated mechanism, facilitating effortless opening and closing cycles for fast-paced commercial workflows. Designed for durability, the tongs are resistant to wear and corrosion, supporting repeated sterilization and cleaning routines. Their 11-3/4" length provides optimal reach and control in handling various food items, from garnishes to main components. These utility tongs fit seamlessly into professional kitchen operations, enhancing workflow efficiency during food prep, plating, and service tasks, especially in high-volume settings. Crafted for ease of use, they are a key tool for kitchen staff requiring reliable equipment that withstands rigorous daily use.

Suitable for commercial kitchens, catering operations, and institutional foodservice providers requiring reliable utensils for routine tasks

The Matfer 652016 utility tongs are built with stainless steel construction, measuring 11-3/4 inches in length, making them suitable for both precise handling and heavy-duty tasks. They operate via a spring mechanism for smooth opening and closing, enabling quick cycle times essential in busy kitchen environments. The non-coated handle provides a comfortable grip with chemical and thermal resistance, suitable for frequent sterilization processes. Their design supports general food handling across various settings, with corrosion resistance supporting long-term use, and dimensions optimized for multifunctional use in high-volume food prep stations. They meet standard food safety protocols and cleaning requirements for commercial kitchen equipment, ensuring consistent sanitation and durability in demanding culinary environments.

A commercial utility tong is a professional kitchen utensil designed for general handling and transfer of food items. It features a durable construction, often stainless steel, with a spring-loaded mechanism for reliable operation. Used extensively in restaurants, cafeterias, and catering operations, these tongs facilitate quick and hygienic transfer of garnishes, vegetables, meats, and baked goods. The Matfer 652016 All-Purpose Tongs are installed in various food prep stations and serving lines, supporting efficient workflow and maintaining hygiene standards during food handling. They are ideal for mid-volume foodservice settings that demand durability, ease of cleaning, and ergonomic control in routine tasks.

Designed for moderate workload kitchens, the Matfer 652016 utility tongs offer reliable durability, seamless operation, and versatile functionality, ideal for restaurant service and food preparation in commercial settings. The Matfer 652016 model guarantees efficient, hygienic handling, supporting high-volume operations without sacrificing precision or ease of cleaning.

Why choose the Matfer 652016 model over comparable utility tongs is due to its robust stainless steel build, spring-operated mechanism for smooth operation, and ergonomic design optimized for demanding foodservice environments. Its high durability and ease of maintenance improve operational efficiency and sanitation protocols, making it stand out as a reliable kitchen tool that withstands rigorous daily use, supporting a variety of handling and serving applications in professional kitchens.

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Product Description

The Matfer 652016 All-Purpose Tongs 11-3/4" Spring Operated are a professional-grade foodservice utensil designed for precise handling and versatile application in commercial kitchens. Constructed from durable stainless steel with a non-coated handle style, these tongs measure 11-3/4 inches in length, providing a robust grip for both delicate and heavy-duty tasks. Their spring-operated mechanism ensures reliable operation, making them suitable for quick, repetitive use in high-traffic settings such as restaurants, catering services, and institutional food operations. The technical design emphasizes strength, ease of cleaning, and ergonomic handling, ideal for food preparation, plating, and serving functions in demanding foodservice environments.

Top Matfer 652016 Features

The All-Purpose Tongs feature a heavy-duty stainless steel construction with a spring-operated mechanism, facilitating effortless opening and closing cycles for fast-paced commercial workflows. Designed for durability, the tongs are resistant to wear and corrosion, supporting repeated sterilization and cleaning routines. Their 11-3/4" length provides optimal reach and control in handling various food items, from garnishes to main components. These utility tongs fit seamlessly into professional kitchen operations, enhancing workflow efficiency during food prep, plating, and service tasks, especially in high-volume settings. Crafted for ease of use, they are a key tool for kitchen staff requiring reliable equipment that withstands rigorous daily use.

  • Functionality: Spring mechanism ensures quick, effortless operation
  • Durability Traits: Heavy-duty stainless steel resists corrosion and damage
  • Ease of Maintenance: Dishwasher-safe and simple to clean
  • Use Case Fit: Ideal for handling various food items in fast-paced kitchens
  • Workflow Benefit: Supports seamless food prep and plating processes

Suitable for commercial kitchens, catering operations, and institutional foodservice providers requiring reliable utensils for routine tasks

652016 Technical Specs

The Matfer 652016 utility tongs are built with stainless steel construction, measuring 11-3/4 inches in length, making them suitable for both precise handling and heavy-duty tasks. They operate via a spring mechanism for smooth opening and closing, enabling quick cycle times essential in busy kitchen environments. The non-coated handle provides a comfortable grip with chemical and thermal resistance, suitable for frequent sterilization processes. Their design supports general food handling across various settings, with corrosion resistance supporting long-term use, and dimensions optimized for multifunctional use in high-volume food prep stations. They meet standard food safety protocols and cleaning requirements for commercial kitchen equipment, ensuring consistent sanitation and durability in demanding culinary environments.

  • Size: 11-3/4 inches long for versatile handling
  • Material: Heavy-duty stainless steel for strength
  • Operation mechanism: Spring operated for easy use
  • Construction finish: Non-coated handle for durability
  • Cleaning: Dishwasher-safe for quick sanitation

What is a commercial utility tong?

A commercial utility tong is a professional kitchen utensil designed for general handling and transfer of food items. It features a durable construction, often stainless steel, with a spring-loaded mechanism for reliable operation. Used extensively in restaurants, cafeterias, and catering operations, these tongs facilitate quick and hygienic transfer of garnishes, vegetables, meats, and baked goods. The Matfer 652016 All-Purpose Tongs are installed in various food prep stations and serving lines, supporting efficient workflow and maintaining hygiene standards during food handling. They are ideal for mid-volume foodservice settings that demand durability, ease of cleaning, and ergonomic control in routine tasks.

Top all-purpose utility tongs for foodservice environments

Designed for moderate workload kitchens, the Matfer 652016 utility tongs offer reliable durability, seamless operation, and versatile functionality, ideal for restaurant service and food preparation in commercial settings. The Matfer 652016 model guarantees efficient, hygienic handling, supporting high-volume operations without sacrificing precision or ease of cleaning.

  • Operation Type — Suitable for moderate food prep workflows
  • Kitchen Setting — Ideal in busy restaurant kitchens and catering
  • Foodservice Category — Well-suited for general food handling tasks
  • Workload Qualifier — Supports medium throughput tasks efficiently
  • Use Case — Ideal for general food handling, plating, and serving

Why Choose Matfer 652016 All-Purpose Tongs

Why choose the Matfer 652016 model over comparable utility tongs is due to its robust stainless steel build, spring-operated mechanism for smooth operation, and ergonomic design optimized for demanding foodservice environments. Its high durability and ease of maintenance improve operational efficiency and sanitation protocols, making it stand out as a reliable kitchen tool that withstands rigorous daily use, supporting a variety of handling and serving applications in professional kitchens.

  • Built with heavy-duty stainless steel for long-term reliability
  • Spring mechanism enables quick, effortless operation during busy shifts
  • Designed with ergonomic grip for comfort and control
  • Resistant to corrosion and easy to sanitize after use
  • Suitable for high-frequency handling of food items across settings

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Matfer 652016 All-Purpose Tongs 11-3/4"L Spring Operated
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Matfer 652016 11-3/4 Inch Long Spring Operated Tongs Utility Stainless Steel

$21.00 $28.00

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