The Steelite HL749342 Healthcare Plate is a 9-inch round ceramic dish designed specifically for healthcare and institutional foodservice environments. Crafted by Steelite International, this fully vitrified china plate offers high durability and thermal resistance, making it suitable for use in dishwashers, ovens, and microwaves. Its lead-free composition ensures food safety, while its robust construction supports high-volume, repetitive use in hospital kitchens, cafeterias, and catering operations. The plate combines technical excellence with specialized performance, facilitating efficient workflow and sanitation standards essential for healthcare foodservice applications.
Top Steelite HL749342 Healthcare Plate 9" Features
This 9-inch fully vitrified china plate by Steelite International provides resilient performance in demanding healthcare and institutional kitchens. Its microwave, oven, and dishwasher safe properties support rapid cleaning and reheating cycles. Constructed from lead-free ceramic material, it withstands professional use while maintaining its integrity under high-temperature operation. The plate's round shape and 1-inch height optimize stacking and storage efficiency, suitable for high-throughput environments. Its glazed surface ensures ease of cleaning and resistance to scratches, supporting hygiene compliance and longevity in moderate-to-high volume foodservice workflows.
- Functionality: Dishwasher, oven, and microwave compatibility for versatile use
- Durability traits: Fully vitrified, lead-free ceramic withstands thermal shock and heavy use
- Ease of maintenance: Glazed surface offers easy cleaning and stain resistance
- Use case fit: Ideal for healthcare facilities requiring reliable dishware in busy kitchens
- Workflow advantage: Supports high-volume service with durable, reusable china
Ideal for healthcare providers seeking durable, versatile plates for daily patient meal service.
Steelite HL749342 Technical Specs
This 9-inch round Healthcare Plate from Steelite International features a robust ceramic construction with a height of 1 inch and a weight of approximately 19 lbs per case. It is manufactured with fully vitrified, lead-free china, ensuring food safety and longevity. The plate can endure microwave heating, oven baking, and dishwasher cleaning, supporting versatile kitchen workflows. Its dimensions facilitate stacking in compact storage spaces, while its glazed surface provides stain resistance and easy sanitation. Designed for moderate-high throughput environments, it operates safely within standard kitchen temperature ranges, with a maximum temperature resistance of well above typical oven and microwave conditions. The plate’s construction adheres to established safety and hygiene standards, suitable for institutional foodservice applications.
- Electrical requirements: Not applicable, designed for thermal and manual cleaning
- Material: Fully vitrified lead-free ceramic, dishwasher/oven/microwave safe
- Dimensions: 9 inches diameter, 1 inch height
- Weight: 19 pounds per case (shipping weight)
- Construction & finish: Glazed ceramic surface with a durable, scratch-resistant finish
- Temperature resistance: Safe in oven and microwave, operating range above 212°F
- Food safety: Lead-free, compatible with standard cleaning routines
- Available color: White
- Technology & features: Fully vitrified, high thermal shock resistance, easy to sanitize
- Installation & maintenance: Stackable for space-efficient storage; dishwasher and microwave compatible
What is a commercial healthcare plate
A commercial healthcare plate is a durable, high-temperature resistant dish designed for institutional use such as hospitals and cafeterias. Made from vitrified china, these plates like the Steelite HL749342 are engineered to withstand frequent dishwasher, oven, and microwave cleaning cycles while maintaining structural integrity. Typically measuring 9 inches in diameter, they feature lead-free, fully vitrified construction that supports hygiene and safety standards. These plates are ideal for high-volume foodservice operations requiring reliable, easy-to-clean dinnerware for patient meals, staff catering, and other healthcare applications, ensuring efficient workflow and sanitation compliance.
Top commercial healthcare plates for high-volume foodservice
Designed for high-volume healthcare kitchens, the Steelite HL749342 offers reliable performance with durable vitrified ceramic construction, supporting intensive cleaning and reheating workflows. Ideal for busy institutional settings requiring long-lasting, sanitizable dishware, this plate ensures consistent presentation and sanitation in moderate throughput environments.
- Operation type — high-capacity hospital kitchens
- Kitchen type — institutional and healthcare foodservice
- Foodservice category — ceramic plates for patient and staff meals
- Workload qualifier — moderate to high throughput
- Use case — daily meal service in medical facilities
Why Choose Steelite HL749342?
Steelite HL749342 stands out among healthcare plates with its fully vitrified, lead-free ceramic construction, ensuring durability and safety. Its compatibility with dishwasher, oven, and microwave enhances workflow efficiency, while its sleek white finish facilitates uniform presentation. The plate’s robust design minimizes breakage and simplifies maintenance, making it a reliable choice for demanding healthcare environments. Its technical build supports high-volume service with consistent performance and sanitation standards, reducing downtime and replacement costs compared to less durable alternatives.
- Enhanced thermal shock resistance for reliable use in busy kitchens
- Compact footprint optimized for space-saving storage
- Self-contained design supports fast, hygienic cleaning cycles
- Dishwasher and microwave safe for rapid reheating and cleaning
- Heavy-duty vitrified china resists scratches and stains longer
