The Steelite 11540501 Plate 14-5/8" Diameter with Freestyle Body Shape is a commercial-grade ceramic plate designed for high-volume foodservice establishments. Manufactured by Steelite International, this 14-5/8-inch diameter plate features a unique freestyle body shape with a narrow rim for enhanced presentation. Crafted from vitrified ceramic, it offers superior durability, temperature resistance, and consistency for busy kitchens. Its compatibility with freezer, microwave, and dishwasher environments ensures efficiency in various operational workflows, making it ideal for upscale restaurants, catering services, and institutional dining facilities seeking reliable, restaurant-ready dinnerware with a lifetime edge chip warranty.
Top Steelite 11540501 Features
The Steelite 11540501 plate integrates a durable vitrified ceramic construction with a narrow rim and freestyle shape, optimized for commercial kitchen workflows. It withstands freezer, microwave, and dishwasher conditions, offering exceptional longevity and resistance to chipping. The design ensures ease of stacking, cleaning, and presentation, making it suitable for high-demand foodservice environments. Its technical specs support consistent performance for serving large quantities of dishes while maintaining an elegant appearance.
- Functionality: Broad 14-5/8” capacity for large servings or presentation.
- Durability: Constructed from vitrified ceramic with lifetime edge chip warranty.
- Ease of Maintenance: Dishwasher safe and resistant to common kitchen stresses.
- Real-World Use: Designed for front-of-house serving in busy restaurants or catering.
- Workflow Integration: Compatible with standard commercial dishwashing and reheating equipment.
Ideal for high-capacity buffet lines, upscale dining, and catering operations requiring durable, stylish dinnerware.
11540501 Technical Specs
The Steelite 11540501 is a vitrified ceramic plate measuring 14.63 inches in width, with an overall weight of 17 pounds per case. It features a narrow rim and a free-form shape, designed to withstand rigorous commercial environments. The plate is dishwasher safe, microwave compatible, and suitable for freezer storage, supporting efficient kitchen operation. Its construction ensures durability, with resistance to chipping and cracking, and ensures safe, consistent use across multiple foodservice applications. The product is built without certifications but guarantees longevity with its lifetime edge chip warranty. Its dimensions are optimized for stacking and space efficiency in high-volume settings, and it operates ideally within standard warewashing cycles.
- Electrical Requirements: Not applicable; for dishwasher use, standard commercial power supply needed.
- Construction & Finish: Vitrified ceramic with a glazed exterior in Craft Grey.
- Temperature Resistance: Operates safely in ovens, freezers, and microwaves, max temp approximately 600°F.
- Dimensions: Width 14.63 inches; height varies per design; weight 17 lbs.
- Usage Compatibility: Compatible with standard dishwashing equipment, oven reheating, and freezer storage.
- Electrical compatibility: Supports commercial dishwashers with standard plumbing.
- Handling requirements: Requires proper space for stacking and cleaning routines.
- Drainage setup: Compatible with typical tray racks and dishwashing stations.
- Cleaning routine: Dishwasher safe with glazed ceramic surface for easy maintenance.
- Operational environment: Suitable for high-temperature reheating and cold storage.
What is a commercial plate?
A commercial plate is a durable dinnerware product designed specifically for high-volume foodservice operations, such as restaurants, catering, and institutional kitchens. The Steelite 11540501 plate, built from vitrified ceramic, features a large 14-5/8-inch diameter with a narrow rim and a freestyle shape that enhances presentation and functionality. Used extensively in upscale dining settings and buffet lines, it supports efficient workflow with its dishwasher, microwave, and freezer compatibility, making it suitable for demanding environments requiring consistent, long-lasting service. This plate is ideal for serving large portions and presentation plates in fast-paced foodservice venues.
Top commercial plates for high-volume foodservice operations
Built for high-demand kitchens, the Steelite 11540501 offers durability, functional size, and style for large-scale dining and buffet service environments. Steelite International’s model excels in supporting efficient operation with rugged construction and versatile use in restaurant or catering workflows. Suitable for medium-volume throughput, these plates are an excellent choice for institutional, banquet, and upscale dining facilities seeking reliable, restaurant-ready dinnerware.
- Operation Type — for high-capacity dining and buffet lines
- Kitchen Setting — suitable for institutional or catering use
- Foodservice Category — ideal for large volumes of plated service
- Workload Qualifier — designed for moderate to high throughput
- Use Case — serving large portions with presentation focus
Why Choose Steelite 11540501?
Steelite 11540501 stands out from comparable commercial plates due to its combination of a freestanding shape with a narrow rim, providing a modern aesthetic and practical functionality. Its vitrified ceramic construction offers excellent durability and resistance to chipping, supported by a lifetime warranty. Designed for demanding foodservice environments, it enhances operational efficiency through compatibility with standard dishwashing, microwave, and freezer use while supporting elegant presentation. Its optimized 14-5/8-inch size and lightweight design also contribute to seamless workflow integration and high-volume service reliability.
- More robust construction with lifetime edge chip warranty
- Unique freestyle shape enhances presentation and stacking
- Resistant to microwave, dishwasher, and freezer environments
- Optimized size for large portion servings and display
- Designed for commercial kitchen equipment compatibility
