Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Food Pan 1/3 Size 6 Inch Deep Shatter Resistant Polycarbonate Black

Thunder Group  |  MFG #: PLPA8136BK  |  Item #: 315857  |  UPC #: 789313008650
$7.55 $23.48
  • Impact-resistant polycarbonate supports heavy use
  • 6-inch deep compartment for versatile food storage
  • Dishwasher safe for quick, thorough cleaning
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The Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Food Pan is a durable, commercial-grade plastic food storage container designed for high-volume foodservice operations. Crafted from shatter and scratch-resistant polycarbonate, this 1/3 size, 6-inch deep food pan guarantees longevity and consistent performance in busy kitchen environments. Its robust construction supports efficient food portioning and hot or cold storage, making it suitable for buffet lines, catering, and cold prep stations. The pan's precise dimensions, lightweight design at 1.4 lbs, and dishwasher-safe feature facilitate streamlined workflow and sanitation in professional kitchens.

The PLPA8136BK Food Pan offers impact-resistant polycarbonate construction with a 6-inch depth, ensuring durability under frequent use. Its 1/3 size capacity suits a variety of food preservation needs, while dishwasher compatibility simplifies cleaning routines. Designed for modular integration into food prep stations, it withstands daily handling and temperature fluctuations. Its shatter and scratch-resistant surface helps maintain aesthetic appeal in high-traffic areas, enhancing operational efficiency for commercial kitchens.

Ideal for cold or hot food storage in professional foodservice kitchens, catering, and buffet setups.

The Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Food Pan is engineered from high-quality polycarbonate, offering temperature resistance from -40°F to 200°F, suitable for both cold and hot applications. Its dimensions measure 12.25 inches in width, 6 inches in height, and 6 inches in depth, with a lightweight profile of 1.4 lbs to ease handling. Its NSF listing ensures compliance with sanitation standards, and dishwasher safety promotes easy maintenance. The pan's precise 1/3 size capacity supports standardized portioning across various foodservice environments, integrating seamlessly into modular food storage and prep stations.

Electrical Requirements: Not applicable

Installation & Maintenance: Fits into standard modular food pan rails; dishwasher safe for routine cleaning; no specialized tools required

Usage Compatibility: Suitable for hot and cold food storage; resists impact during frequent usage; maintains integrity with daily cleaning routines

Storage Features: Compact, stackable design for efficient storage

Handling & Safety: Lightweight with rounded edges for safety during handling

A commercial food pan is a food storage and prep container used extensively in professional kitchens, catering, and buffet lines to organize, portion, and store food items reliably. Typically made from impact-resistant materials like polycarbonate or stainless steel, these pans are designed for durability and ease of cleaning. The Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Food Pan is a 1/3 size, 6-inch deep polypropylene pan ideal for high-volume foodservice settings that require durable, stackable, and dishwasher-safe storage solutions for cold and hot foods.

The Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Food Pan provides robust plastic construction, functional depth, and NSF compliance, making it suitable for medium-volume kitchen workflows and bulk storage applications in professional foodservice environments. Its impact-resistant polycarbonate ensures resilience for demanding operations, perfect for buffet lines, cold prep stations, and catering setups. Thunder Group model PLPA8136BK maintains performance in compact, restaurant-ready units supporting efficient workflow and sanitation.

Thunder Group PLPA8136BK stands out among commercial food pans with its durable polycarbonate construction, impact resistance, and integrated NSF quality standards. Its 6-inch depth and standardized 1/3 size fit neatly into modular food prep and storage stations, supporting efficient workflow and sanitation. Compared to other plastic pans, it offers enhanced durability, ease of maintenance, and consistent food presentation in high-demand environments.

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Product Description

The Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Food Pan is a durable, commercial-grade plastic food storage container designed for high-volume foodservice operations. Crafted from shatter and scratch-resistant polycarbonate, this 1/3 size, 6-inch deep food pan guarantees longevity and consistent performance in busy kitchen environments. Its robust construction supports efficient food portioning and hot or cold storage, making it suitable for buffet lines, catering, and cold prep stations. The pan's precise dimensions, lightweight design at 1.4 lbs, and dishwasher-safe feature facilitate streamlined workflow and sanitation in professional kitchens.

Top Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Features

The PLPA8136BK Food Pan offers impact-resistant polycarbonate construction with a 6-inch depth, ensuring durability under frequent use. Its 1/3 size capacity suits a variety of food preservation needs, while dishwasher compatibility simplifies cleaning routines. Designed for modular integration into food prep stations, it withstands daily handling and temperature fluctuations. Its shatter and scratch-resistant surface helps maintain aesthetic appeal in high-traffic areas, enhancing operational efficiency for commercial kitchens.

  • Impact-resistant polycarbonate material supports heavy use
  • 6-inch deep compartment for versatile food storage
  • Dishwasher safe for quick, thorough cleaning
  • Shatter and scratch resistant surface enhances durability
  • Designed for precise fit in 1/3 size food pans

Ideal for cold or hot food storage in professional foodservice kitchens, catering, and buffet setups.

Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Technical Specs

The Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Food Pan is engineered from high-quality polycarbonate, offering temperature resistance from -40°F to 200°F, suitable for both cold and hot applications. Its dimensions measure 12.25 inches in width, 6 inches in height, and 6 inches in depth, with a lightweight profile of 1.4 lbs to ease handling. Its NSF listing ensures compliance with sanitation standards, and dishwasher safety promotes easy maintenance. The pan's precise 1/3 size capacity supports standardized portioning across various foodservice environments, integrating seamlessly into modular food storage and prep stations.

  • Capacity: Supports standardized 1/3 size food holding
  • Material: Polycarbonate resists impact and scratches
  • Dimensions: 12.25" W x 6" H x 6" D
  • Temperature Resistance: -40°F to 200°F for hot and cold use
  • Cleaning: Dishwasher safe for efficient sanitation
  • Color: Classic black finish
  • Weight: 1.4 lbs for easy handling
  • Compliance: NSF certified for food safety
  • Construction: Made from durable polycarbonate material

Electrical Requirements: Not applicable

Installation & Maintenance: Fits into standard modular food pan rails; dishwasher safe for routine cleaning; no specialized tools required

Usage Compatibility: Suitable for hot and cold food storage; resists impact during frequent usage; maintains integrity with daily cleaning routines

Storage Features: Compact, stackable design for efficient storage

Handling & Safety: Lightweight with rounded edges for safety during handling

What is a commercial food pan?

A commercial food pan is a food storage and prep container used extensively in professional kitchens, catering, and buffet lines to organize, portion, and store food items reliably. Typically made from impact-resistant materials like polycarbonate or stainless steel, these pans are designed for durability and ease of cleaning. The Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Food Pan is a 1/3 size, 6-inch deep polypropylene pan ideal for high-volume foodservice settings that require durable, stackable, and dishwasher-safe storage solutions for cold and hot foods.

Top commercial food storage solutions for high-capacity foodservice operations

The Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Food Pan provides robust plastic construction, functional depth, and NSF compliance, making it suitable for medium-volume kitchen workflows and bulk storage applications in professional foodservice environments. Its impact-resistant polycarbonate ensures resilience for demanding operations, perfect for buffet lines, cold prep stations, and catering setups. Thunder Group model PLPA8136BK maintains performance in compact, restaurant-ready units supporting efficient workflow and sanitation.

  • Operation Type — medium-volume food prep stations
  • Kitchen Setting — commercial kitchens and catering facilities
  • Foodservice Category — food storage and portion control
  • Workload Qualifier — moderate throughput environments
  • Use Case — standardized food storage in busy kitchens

Why Choose Thunder Group PLPA8136BK?

Thunder Group PLPA8136BK stands out among commercial food pans with its durable polycarbonate construction, impact resistance, and integrated NSF quality standards. Its 6-inch depth and standardized 1/3 size fit neatly into modular food prep and storage stations, supporting efficient workflow and sanitation. Compared to other plastic pans, it offers enhanced durability, ease of maintenance, and consistent food presentation in high-demand environments.

  • Self-contained design minimizes contamination risk
  • Impact-resistant polycarbonate sustains prolonged daily use
  • Lightweight for quick handling and repositioning
  • Uniform size ensures compatibility with standard food prep stations
  • Dishwasher safe simplifies cleaning and sanitation procedures

Certifications

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NSF Listed

The item meets the standards imposed by NSF International. These standards relate to health, public safety and the environment.

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Dishwasher Safe

This item has been tested and approved to withstand commercial or residential dishwashers, ensuring safe and thorough cleaning.

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Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Food Pan 1/3 Size 6" Deep
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Thunder Group PLPA8136BK Food Pan 1/3 Size 6 Inch Deep Shatter Resistant Polycarbonate Black

$7.55 $23.48

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