The Vollrath 47326 Kool-Touch® Pom Tongs 6" Heavy Duty Stainless with Black Insulated Coating are professional-grade kitchen tools designed for precise handling of food items in commercial foodservice environments. Crafted from durable stainless steel, these tongs feature a black insulated coating that provides thermal protection and a confident grip during operation. The all-natural antimicrobial surface enhances sanitation, while the 6-inch length facilitates controlled portioning and serving of items like pom poms, garnishes, or baked goods. Built in the USA, they meet high standards of durability and safety, making them a reliable choice for restaurant, catering, and institutional kitchens seeking efficient, hygienic food handling tools.
Top Vollrath 47326 Features
The Vollrath 47326 Kool-Touch® Pom Tongs combine robust stainless construction with comfortable insulated coating, ideal for mid-volume food handling tasks in busy commercial kitchens. Their ergonomic design allows for easy manipulation, while antimicrobial properties ensure hygiene during frequent use. Suitable for handling delicate or hot foods, these tongs integrate seamlessly into prep stations, salad bars, and plating stations, supporting efficient workflow and food safety protocols.
- Functionality: Precise grip with 6" length for controlled handling
- Durability: Heavy-duty stainless steel construction resists corrosion and wear
- Ease of Maintenance: Coated surface simplifies cleaning and sanitizing
- Application Fit: Suitable for serving and portioning in commercial foodservice
- Workflow Integration: Lightweight design reduces operator fatigue during repetitive tasks
Ideal for food prep, plating, and serving in restaurants and catering operations
Vollrath 47326 Technical Specs
Constructed entirely of stainless steel, the Vollrath 47326 Pom Tongs measure 6 inches in length, providing a balance of control and reach for various food handling tasks. Their black insulated coating offers thermal protection, extending operational comfort when dealing with hot foods. The tools feature antimicrobial surface treatment to inhibit microbial growth, promoting hygiene in high-volume environments. Weighing approximately 0.16 lbs, these tongs are manufactured in the USA and carry NSF approval for food safety compliance. Design includes a standard model number 47326 and a product category of tongs, ice / pom, suitable for moderate workloads in commercial kitchens. The tongs are compatible with standardized cleaning routines, requiring simple washing and sanitation to maintain performance and hygiene.
- Material: All-stainless steel construction for durability
- Size: 6-inch length for versatile food handling
- Finish: Black insulated coating for thermal protection
- Weight: 0.16 lbs for manageable, ergonomic use
- Compliance: NSF approved for foodservice sanitation and safety
- Made in: USA, supporting local manufacturing standards
- Electrical Requirements: Not applicable, manual tool
- Cleaning Routine: Dishwasher safe, wipe or wash with sanitizing solutions
- Usage Space: Suitable for standard prep and service counters
- Storage Needs: Compact size allows efficient storage in utensil bins
- Operating Range: Designed for food temperatures up to 250°F (121°C)
What is a commercial food handling tong?
A commercial food handling tong is a durable, precision tool used in professional kitchens for gripping, serving, and portioning food items safely and efficiently. The Vollrath 47326 Kool-Touch® Pom Tongs serve as a high-performance example, featuring stainless steel for strength, antimicrobial surface for sanitation, and insulating coating for hot food handling. Installed in prep stations, salad bars, or buffet lines, these tongs are suited for moderate-volume foodservice environments, providing reliable, hygienic operation for tasks such as serving garnishes, baked goods, or cold products in restaurants, catering, and institutional cafeterias.
Top Commercial Food Handling Tools for Moderate Foodservice Operations
This professional-grade tong offers high durability, corrosion resistance, and thermal protection, making it ideal for precise handling in busy kitchens. The Vollrath 47326 is suitable for moderate-volume service, supporting efficient workflow in restaurant prep, catering, and institutional settings.
- Operation Type — mid-volume restaurant and catering kitchens
- Kitchen Setting — compact commercial spaces
- Foodservice Category — food prep and serving utensils
- Workload Qualifier — moderate throughput handling
- Use Case — food portioning and garnish presentation
Why Choose Vollrath 47326 Kool-Touch® Pom Tongs
Why choose this Vollrath model over alternatives lies in its combination of high-quality stainless steel, antimicrobial surface, and insulated coating, which improves sanitation, operator safety, and longevity. Its compact 6-inch design enhances maneuverability in tight spaces while maintaining durability for demanding kitchen tasks, making it restaurant-ready and suitable for consistent food handling performance in professional environments.
- Superior construction with corrosion-resistant stainless steel
- Integrated antimicrobial coating supports hygiene standards
- Insulated black coating protects against heat transfer
- Compact footprint optimizes space in busy prep areas
- Made in USA ensures quality and durability for commercial use
