The Steelite 17100598 Essence Bowl is a high-performance dinnerware piece designed for commercial foodservice environments requiring durable and reliable serving solutions. Crafted from alumina vitrified china, this round bowl has a capacity of 11.5 ounces with dimensions of 5.5 inches in diameter and a height of 0.875 inches. Featuring Steelite’s proprietary Dapple Blue finish, it provides a visually appealing presentation while ensuring longevity in busy kitchen settings. The alumina vitrification process enhances resistance to thermal shock and chipping, making it suitable for high-volume applications such as restaurants, cafes, and catering operations demanding consistent quality and sustained performance.
Top Steelite 17100598 Features
The Steelite 17100598 Essence Bowl offers a combination of technical robustness, ease of maintenance, and versatility for foodservice operations. Its alumina vitrified material ensures high durability against mechanical impacts and thermal cycling, ideal for continuous use in fast-paced kitchens. The bowl’s design facilitates seamless stacking and handling, reducing storage space and simplifying cleaning routines. Suitable for various serving styles, it integrates effortlessly into both front-of-house and back-of-house workflows, supporting efficient meal presentation and service consistency across hospitality settings.
- High alumina vitrified china for long-lasting performance
- Resistant to chipping and thermal shock for busy settings
- Seamless stacking design for space-saving storage
- Easy to clean and maintain with glazed surface
- Perfect fit for restaurant tableware and catering service
Recommended for medium-volume foodservice establishments seeking durable and elegant serving options.
17100598 Technical Specs
The Steelite 17100598 Essence Bowl is constructed from alumina vitrified china, offering excellent resistance to thermal shock and mechanical impact. It measures 5.5 inches in diameter, with a height of 0.87 inches, and weighs approximately 14.22 pounds per case. The bowl features a round shape with a visually appealing Dapple Blue finish, designed to withstand high-volume daily use. Its food-safe glazed surface facilitates easy cleaning and sanitizing. The bowl is suited for serving a wide range of dishes in restaurant, cafeteria, and catering environments where durability and aesthetic appeal are key. The product is classified under model number 17100598, with a freight class of 70 and typically ships within 10-12 weeks, packed in cases of 2 dozen units.
- Capacity: 11.5 ounces with precise dimensional stability
- Material: Alumina vitrified china for impact and thermal resistance
- Construction: Round shape with glazed finish for sanitation and ease of cleaning
- Dimensions: 5.5" diameter x 0.87" height
- Weight: 14.22 lbs per case of 24 units
- Color: Dapple Blue
- Usage Compatibility: Suitable for hot and cold food serving within operating temperature ranges
- Electrical requirements: Not applicable
- Refrigeration features: Not applicable
- Installation considerations: Stackable for efficient storage, compatible with standard dish compartments
- Cleaning routines: Dishwasher safe with glazed surface for quick sanitization
- Handling: Rigid construction prevents chipping during transport and handling
- Storage: Designed for high-density stacking to optimize shelf space
What is a commercial bowl ?
A commercial bowl is a durable, high-capacity dinnerware item designed for heavy use in professional foodservice environments such as restaurants, cafeterias, and catering operations. Made from impact-resistant materials like alumina vitrified china, it ensures longevity under frequent washing and handling. The Steelite 17100598 Essence Bowl exemplifies this category with its 11.5 oz capacity, impact-resistant alumina body, and stylish Dapple Blue finish. Installed in various foodservice settings for serving salads, soups, and entrees, it supports efficient workflow and consistent presentation, making it well-suited for mid-volume operations needing reliable, restaurant-ready ware.
Top China Bowls for Medium-Volume Foodservice Settings
The Steelite 17100598 Essence Bowl provides a high-quality impact-resistant China solution suited for medium-volume restaurant and catering workflows. Steelite’s MFG number 17100598 ensures reliable, durable, and visually appealing serviceware built for steady daily use in busy kitchens and dining environments, perfect for efficient food presentation and quick turnaround.
- Operation type — Effective for mid-volume restaurant service
- Kitchen setting — Ideal for busy cafes and catering kitchens
- Foodservice category — Suitable for salads, soups, and main courses
- Workload qualifier — Designed for moderate throughput environments
- Use case — Facilitates durable, high-volume meal service seamlessly
Why Choose Steelite 17100598 Essence Bowl
Why Choose Steelite 17100598 Essence Bowl? It offers exceptional impact and thermal shock resistance with alumina vitrified construction, ensuring longevity in demanding foodservice environments. Its stylish Dapple Blue finish enhances presentation, while its stackability and glazed surface streamline handling and cleaning. This makes it a preferred choice for commercial kitchens requiring reliable, restaurant-ready dinnerware that exceeds standard performance.
- Compact design maximizes storage efficiency in busy kitchens
- Heavy-duty alumina material enhances impact resistance
- Seamless stacking simplifies warehousing and transport
- High durability supports continuous operation in demanding settings
- Impact- and thermal shock-resistant for consistent performance
