The Vollrath 46970 Skimmer 6" Blade is a commercial-grade kitchen tool designed for precise, heavy-duty foodservice applications. Constructed from durable 18/8 stainless steel in a one-piece design, it features a mirror-finish blade paired with a satin-finish handle for optimal hygiene and longevity. The 6-inch perforated round blade allows efficient straining and lifting of food items, making it ideal for restaurant, catering, and institutional kitchens requiring durable, easy-to-maintain tools for high-volume operations. Its robust construction ensures resistance to corrosion and wear, supporting consistent performance in demanding culinary environments.
Top Vollrath 46970 Features
The Vollrath 46970 Skimmer combines precise functionality with robust stainless steel construction, offering commercial kitchens a reliable tool for straining, lifting, and serving. Its one-piece design simplifies cleaning and reduces potential failure points, while the 6" mirror finish blade delivers efficient food removal in fast-paced settings. Suitable for heavy-duty use, it supports tasks involving high-volume meal prep, ensuring durable performance and optimal flow during food handling operations.
- Functionality: 6" perforated round blade for efficient food skimming
- Durability: Heavy-duty 18/8 stainless steel construction resists corrosion
- Ease of Maintenance: One-piece design simplifies cleaning and reduces buildup
- Operational Use: Ideal for lifting and draining in restaurant kitchens
- Workflow Efficiency: Supports repetitive tasks in high-volume food prep
Best for high-volume food prep requiring durable, easy-to-clean hand tools
46970 Technical Specs
The Vollrath 46970 Skimmer features a stainless steel construction with a 6-inch perforated round bowl, offering a robust yet lightweight design weighing approximately 7.72 lbs. Its length measures about 18 inches, facilitating comfortable handling while maintaining balance during intensive use. The mirror finish blade ensures minimal food adhesion and straightforward cleaning, while the satin-finish handle provides a secure grip. Designed for commercial kitchen environments, it withstands operating temperatures typical of foodservice settings and is compatible with various cleaning routines, including dishwasher-safe maintenance. This model is lightweight, easy to disassemble for cleaning, and built for demanding throughput scenarios with high resistance to corrosion and wear.
- Material: 18/8 stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability
- Blade Size: 6" perforated round blade for effective straining
- Dimensions: 18" handle length with 6" blade diameter
- Weight: 7.72 lbs for manageable handling in busy kitchens
- Finish: Mirror finish blade with satin handle for hygiene and comfort
- Temperature Resistance: Suitable for standard foodservice operating ranges
- Construction: One-piece stainless steel design for durability
- Cleaning: Dishwasher safe with easy disassembly
Electrical Requirements: Not applicable
Construction & Finish: Stainless steel with mirror and satin finishes
Dimensions: Handle length 18 inches; blade diameter 6 inches
Weight: 7.72 lbs
Usage Compatibility: Suitable for hot food handling and dishwasher cleaning
What is a commercial skimmer?
A commercial skimmer is a specialized kitchen utensil used in high-volume foodservice operations for lifting, draining, and serving foods from hot liquids or oil. Made typically from stainless steel for durability and sanitation, it features perforations or slots to allow liquids to drain quickly. The Vollrath 46970 Skimmer with its 6" blade is designed for professional kitchens, installed in restaurant, catering, or institutional settings to facilitate efficient food handling, reduce waste, and improve workflow during busy service periods.
Top stainless steel skimmers for high-volume foodservice
Built to withstand demanding environments, the Vollrath 46970 heavy-duty stainless steel skimmer supports high-volume food prep, ensuring durable performance and ease of cleaning. Ideal for restaurant kitchens performing frequent straining and lifting tasks, it provides reliable operation with a strong, corrosion-resistant construction and ergonomic design suited for intensive operations.
- Operation in high-volume kitchens—heavy-duty stainless steel construction
- Compact commercial kitchen spaces—ergonomic 18-inch handle length
- Restaurant and institutional use—professional-grade, corrosion-resistant materials
- Moderate workload scenarios—durable 18/8 stainless steel design
- Food prep at scale—perforated 6-inch blade for efficient draining
Why Choose Vollrath 46970 Skimmer
Vollrath 46970 Skimmer stands out through its one-piece stainless steel construction, combining durability and minimalist design for commercial kitchen efficiency. Its mirror finish blade ensures minimal food adhesion, while the long handle provides reach and control in busy environments. This model's robust build and ergonomic features support high-volume culinary workflows, reducing downtime and maintenance needs compared to competitors with multiple-piece designs.
- Self-contained design reduces buildup and simplifies cleaning
- Heavy-duty stainless steel resists corrosion in demanding environments
- Long handle enhances safety and working comfort during food lifting
- Designed for consistent high-volume performance in restaurants
- Robust construction supports frequent, rigorous use with minimal wear
