The Steelite 9117C1171 Medium Well Gourmet Plate 11.25" Willow is a commercial-grade ceramic dinnerware item designed for high-efficiency foodservice applications. Part of Steelite International's premium line, this round plate features an 11.25-inch diameter with a wide rim, offering a durable alumina vitrified surface that ensures longevity and resistance to chipping. Its white Willow color enhances presentation, making it suitable for upscale dining establishments, catering services, and hotel banquet operations. Engineered for consistent performance in medium-volume workflows, the plate’s technical specifications include a weight of 12.19 lbs and high-temperature resilience, supporting operational reliability in busy kitchen environments. The product’s technical design emphasizes ease of cleaning and stacking, facilitating swift throughput and minimal maintenance in commercial settings.
Top Steelite 9117C1171 Features
The Steelite 9117C1171 Medium Well Gourmet Plate offers a heavy-duty alumina vitrified ceramic construction with a wide rim for improved handling and stacking. Its 11.25-inch round profile supports high-volume service, while the white glaze ensures stain resistance and easy cleaning. Designed for restaurant and catering environments, it is compatible with commercial dishwashers and withstands thermal shocks, providing consistent presentation quality across shifts. Its durable materials and form factor optimize workflow, reduce breakage, and streamline warewashing operations.
- Durable alumina vitrified ceramic construction withstands daily commercial use
- 11.25-inch round size enables efficient plating in medium-volume settings
- Wide rim design simplifies handling and stacking
- Resists chipping and staining for long-term presentation quality
- Dishwasher safe and thermal shock resistant reduces cleaning time and improves operational efficiency
Designed for high-volume catering, buffet, or hotel dinner service requiring durable and attractive ware.
Steelite 9117C1171 Technical Specs
The Steelite 9117C1171 Medium Well Gourmet Plate features an alumina vitrified ceramic surface, providing superior heat and stain resistance suitable for continuous commercial dishwashing cycles. Measuring 11.25 inches in diameter with a 12.19 lbs weight, it exhibits a broad rim style for versatile presentation and stacking ease. The plate’s construction supports an operating temperature range compatible with standard kitchen thermal loads, and its white glaze finish enhances food appeal and cleaning efficiency. It is designed for a standard 70 freight class shipment, ensuring economical delivery for large-volume procurement. The plate’s composition allows it to withstand thermal shocks and handling impacts typical in fast-paced foodservice environments. It's an ideal solution for operations seeking scratch-resistant, fade-proof dinnerware capable of maintaining high standards over extended use.
- Material: Alumina vitrified ceramic with high resistance to chipping
- Size: 11.25" diameter, suitable for medium-volume service
- Weight: 12.19 lbs for stable placement and stacking
- Temperature Resistance: Operates within standard kitchen thermal load ranges
- Color: White with Willow finish, stain resistant
- Recycling & Cleaning: Fully compatible with commercial dishwashers, resistant to thermal shocks
- Electrical Requirements: Not applicable
- Construction & Finish: Alumina vitrified ceramic, white glaze
- Dimensions: 11.25 inches diameter, standard round shape
- Usage Compatibility: Suitable for hot and cold food presentation in busy dining environments
- Operational Environment: Supports continuous warewashing and stacking in high-turnover kitchens
What is a commercial plate ?
A commercial plate is a durable, high-performance ceramic or porcelain dishware designed for frequent use in foodservice establishments such as restaurants, hotels, and catering operations. The Steelite 9117C1171 Medium Well Gourmet Plate exemplifies this category with its alumina vitrified construction, providing robustness and resistance to thermal shocks, staining, and chipping. Installed in buffet lines, fine dining, or catering trays, it supports consistent presentation and easy maintenance, making it ideal for medium-volume restaurant service or banquet kitchens that require reliable, restaurant-ready ware to meet operational demands efficiently.
Top commercial plates for medium-volume foodservice settings
Built with premium alumina vitrified ceramics, the Steelite 9117C1171 enhances durability and presentation for restaurant and catering workflows, optimized for medium-volume service environments. Steelite International’s products are designed specifically for efficient operation and long-term performance in busy kitchens, exemplified by this 11.25" gourmet plate suited for upscale dining, buffet lines, and food presentation in hospitality settings.
- Operation Type — Ideal for medium-volume restaurant and catering kitchens
- Kitchen Setting — Suitable for upscale dining, catering, and hotel banquet service
- Foodservice Category — Designed for plated dinner service and presentationware
- Workload Qualifier — Supports moderate throughput with durable ceramic ware
- Use Case — Suitable for high-efficiency plating and serving in busy commercial kitchens
Why Choose Steelite 9117C1171 Medium Well Gourmet Plate
Why chose the Steelite 9117C1171 over comparable dinnerware options lies in its alumina vitrified ceramic construction, which provides a superior combination of strength, thermal resistance, and stain-proof surface. Its broad rim and round profile facilitate efficient stacking and handling, reducing breakage and boosting workflow flow. The plate’s white glaze ensures consistent appearance and ease of cleaning, making it a reliable choice for restaurant, catering, and hotel environments needing restaurant-ready, long-lasting dinnerware that maintains presentation quality over time.
- Robust alumina vitrified material offers superior durability for daily use
- Enhanced thermal shock resistance prevents chipping during rapid temperature changes
- Streamlined design improves stacking and handling efficiency in busy kitchens
- Stain and fade resistance supports consistent presentation over prolonged use
- High-quality ceramic construction ensures a restaurant-ready, professional look
