The Steelite 9001C046 Stacking Tray is a professional-grade porcelain vessel designed for high-efficiency food presentation and service in commercial settings. Featuring a 2.5 oz capacity within a 3.0-inch diameter round alumina vitrified construction, this stacking tray provides a durable, stylish solution for portion control and product display. Its smooth, sophisticated finish ensures consistent presentation quality and easy maintenance, making it suitable for busy foodservice environments such as casual dining, banquet service, or catering operations requiring reliable stackability and precise portioning.
Top Steelite 9001C046 Features
The Steelite 9001C046 stacking tray excels in commercial kitchen workflows by offering a compact, lightweight design that enhances stacking efficiency during service. Its alumina vitrified material guarantees resistance to chipping and staining, supporting prolonged durability in high-volume use. Easy to clean with standard warewashing routines, it integrates seamlessly into product display stations, portioning stations, or self-serve setups, reducing handling time while maintaining presentation standards. Designed for precise 2.5 oz servings, it supports inventory accuracy and consistent plating in moderate throughput environments.
- Functionality: Ideal for portion control in high-capacity foodservice stations
- Durability Traits: Alumina vitrified construction resists chipping and staining
- Ease of Maintenance: Smooth surface facilitates quick cleaning and warewashing
- Fit & Use Case: Compatible with stacking racks for efficient storage
- Workflow Integration: Supports consistent portioning in banquet or catering operations
Suitable for bulk display and precise serving in busy commercial kitchens.
Steelite 9001C046 Technical Specs
The Steelite 9001C046 stacking tray combines practical technical features tailored for professional foodservice use. Constructed from high-quality alumina vitrified ceramic, it maintains temperature resistance suitable for standard warewashing environments without warping or degradation. With a diameter of 3 inches and weighing approximately 2.89 lbs, the tray offers a balanced combination of robustness and maneuverability. It is designed for precise 2.5 oz portions, supporting consistent presentation in mid-volume dining settings. Its unglazed, smooth finish ensures ease of cleaning and longevity, while its round geometry optimizes space during storage and stacking routines. The product is available as a stock item, typically shipped within 10-12 weeks, and is sold in cases of 12 units, facilitating easy replenishment for high-turnover operations.
- Dimensions: 3\" diameter, 2.89 lbs weight
- Material: Alumina vitrified ceramic for durability
- Capacity: 2.5 oz serving size per tray
- Temperature Range: Suitable for standard dishwashing cycles without damage
- Type: Round, stackable food portion tray
- Electrical & Mechanical: Not electric, requires minimal handling
- Installation: Compatible with stacking racks, no assembly required
- Cleaning: Dishwasher safe with standard warewashing procedures
- Storage: Modular stacking design for efficient storage
- Material Safety: Food-safe, resistant to staining and chipping
What is a commercial stacking tray?
A commercial stacking tray is a durable, typically ceramic or vitrified dishware component designed for high-volume food service operations. It optimizes space and handling efficiency by allowing multiple units to be stacked securely during storage or transport. The Steelite 9001C046 stacking tray specifically serves as a portion control item, ideal for use in catering, buffet lines, or self-serve stations, where consistent serving sizes and quick turnaround are essential in median throughput foodservice environments.
Top Ceramic Portion Trays for Foodservice Environments
These medium-capacity ceramic stacking trays provide reliable functionality for portioning, display, and service in busy hospitality settings, with Steelite 9001C046 offering a professional alumina vitrified finish suited for moderate throughput applications in commercial kitchens.
- Operation Type — suitable for mid-volume cafeteria and catering operations
- Kitchen Setting — designed for compact commercial spaces with stacking needs
- Foodservice Category — ideal for portion control and presentation in casual dining
- Workload Qualifier — supports moderate throughput daily use
- Use Case — effective for precise serving and product display while facilitating inventory management
Why Choose Steelite 9001C046
Why choose the Steelite 9001C046 stacking tray over similar ceramic options? Its alumina vitrified construction ensures superior durability and resistance to chipping, while its precise 2.5 oz capacity promotes portion control and operational consistency. Its stackable, lightweight design simplifies handling and storage, streamlining kitchen workflows, and supporting high standards of presentation and sanitation in demanding foodservice environments.
- Designed with a compact footprint for seamless stacking and storage
- Built from high-quality alumina vitrified material for longevity
- Optimized for medium-volume portion control and presentation
- Compatible with standard warewashing equipment for quick cleaning
- Enhanced durability reduces replacement frequency in busy kitchens
