Vollrath 47196 10-1/4 Inch Diameter Medium Mesh Strainer with Lacquered Handle

The Vollrath 47196 Mesh Strainer with a 10-1/4" diameter is a commercial-grade wire mesh strainer designed for professional foodservice applications. Constructed with tin-plated mesh, this medium grid strainer features a robust 10-1/4" diameter opening suitable for fine-mesh straining tasks such as sediment removal, sauces, and puree filtering. Equipped with a 9" lacquered handle, it offers precise control and durability for high-frequency use, making it ideal for professional kitchens, buffets, or food prep stations requiring reliable performance with easy maintenance. Its technical specifications include a 10" width and a weight of 1.01 pounds, ensuring balanced handling while maintaining durability during continuous operation.

Top Vollrath 47196 Features

This mesh strainer offers a high-performance stainless steel wire mesh construction designed to withstand regular commercial use. The retinned medium mesh provides effective filtration for liquids and solids, while the lacquered handle offers ergonomic comfort and durability. It is suitable for manual filtering, rinsing, and food prep workflows, facilitating efficient movement within busy kitchens. Its precise 10-1/4" diameter ensures compatibility with standard-sized containers, improving workflow speed and sanitation. The product’s load-bearing capacity and corrosion-resistant design extend its longevity in demanding environments.

• Functionality: Medium mesh for versatile fine, coarse filtration
• Durability traits: Tin-plated mesh resists corrosion from food acids
• Ease-of-use: Ergonomic lacquered handle simplifies handling and cleaning
• Use case fit: Ideal for straining sauces, broths, and sediments in busy kitchens
• Workflow benefit: Reliable size and construction streamline prep and filtering tasks

Designed for continual filtering applications in commercial foodservice environments, suitable for food prep stations and batch processing.

Vollrath 47196 Technical Specs

The Vollrath 47196 Mesh Strainer features a 10" wide, tin-plated wire mesh construction, offering a 10-1/4" diameter opening engineered for medium mesh filtration. Weighing 1.01 pounds, it is crafted from durable stainless steel with a lacquered 9" handle for ergonomic operation. The product’s design ensures compatibility with standard commercial foodservice workflows and is suitable for repeated washing and sanitizing. Operating solely through manual handling, it requires no electrical or refrigeration components. Its robust construction enables frequent use in demanding environments, maintaining performance across high-volume workflows involving filtering, rinsing, or sediment separation.

• Mesh construction: Tin-plated wire for corrosion resistance and longevity
• Dimensions: 10" width x 10-1/4" diameter
• Handle length: 9" lacquered for comfort and durability
• Weight: 1.01 lbs, designed for balanced handling
• Material: Stainless steel frame with medium mesh
• Cleaning: Suitable for dishwasher cleaning for ease of maintenance
• Compatibility: Fits standard-sized bowls and strainers for streamlined workflows
• Application: Ideal for filtering sauces, stocks, and sediment in moderate- to high-volume kitchens

What is a commercial mesh strainer?

A commercial mesh strainer is a professional-grade filtering tool used in foodservice operations to remove solids from liquids or to screen ingredients during preparation. It features a durable wire mesh, often tin-plated for corrosion resistance, and a sturdy handle for manual operation. These strainers are typically installed in prep stations or used for batch filtering tasks, such as clarifying broths or straining sauces. The Vollrath 47196 Mesh Strainer, with its 10-1/4" diameter and medium mesh size, is designed for high-frequency use in busy kitchens, making it suitable for filtering, rinsing, or straining applications typical in restaurant and institutional foodservice environments.

Top commercial mesh strainers for foodservice operations

Designed for professional kitchens, the Vollrath 47196 mesh strainer offers a durable build, medium mesh size, and ergonomic handle, making it suitable for medium-volume food prep and filtering workflows. Manufactured by Vollrath, this product adapts seamlessly to busy foodservice settings, providing precise filtration and ease of handling in demanding restaurant and institutional environments.

• Operation type — suitable for moderate throughput in restaurant kitchens
• Kitchen type — ideal for compact commercial food prep stations
• Foodservice category — appropriate for sauce, broth, or sediment filtration
• Workload qualifier — supports continuous use in busy foodservice kitchens
• Use case — effective for manual filtering and rinsing applications

Why Choose Vollrath 47196 Mesh Strainer

Vollrath 47196 stainless steel mesh strainer stands out due to its high-quality tin-plated mesh, durable lacquered handle, and precise 10-1/4" diameter. Unlike standard strainers, this model offers superior corrosion resistance, ergonomic handling, and compatibility with standard containers. Its robust construction allows for consistent performance during rigorous food processing tasks, contributing to operational efficiency and sanitation in commercial kitchens.

• Compact footprint ideal for limited workspace environments
• Self-standing, with ergonomic handle design for easy handling
• Sealant-resistant mesh optimized for food acids and cleaning
• Manufactured for prolonged durability under high-use conditions
• Perfect for restaurant-ready filtering in high-volume foodservice settings