Cambro 2/1 GN Composite Food Pan Trolley 18 Tray Capacity

The Cambro 2/1 GN Food Pan Trolley is a purpose-built transport trolley designed to carry standard Gastronorm food pans between preparation, storage, and service areas. Constructed from a structural composite material rather than aluminium or steel, it holds up to nine 2/1 GN pans or eighteen 1/1 GN pans across its rail system, and is available in a short configuration to suit kitchens with lower ceiling clearance or compact storage areas.

In busy production and service kitchens, the composite build addresses the main weaknesses common to metal trolleys. There are no weld points to fatigue or fail, no corrosion risk from repeated washing or damp environments, and the composite-on-composite contact eliminates the noise and surface wear associated with metal-railed alternatives. For sites running high-volume pan movements throughout a service — banqueting operations, hospital catering units, and central production kitchens among them — this quieter, more durable construction makes a practical difference over time.

• Component-based modular design means individual rails and parts can be replaced without scrapping the entire trolley
• Wide rail spacing improves access and speeds pan loading and unloading during service
• 3mm pan stops at each rail end provide stability in transit and reduce spillage risk
• Composite construction resists rust, corrosion, and the long-term wear associated with repeated chemical cleaning
• Suitable for front- or back-of-house use, with a clean appearance that presents well in view of guests

This trolley requires no installation in the conventional sense, but a few practical points are worth considering. At just over 44kg unloaded, it is a substantial piece of equipment — factor in the weight of fully loaded pans when assessing movement around your kitchen. Ensure your storage and service routes have sufficient door clearance and floor surface to handle it comfortably when loaded. It is a floor-standing unit with no power, water, or ventilation requirements.

This model is well suited to medium to large catering operations where reliable, quiet pan transport is needed regularly. It is a practical choice for hotel banqueting, NHS or care catering, contract catering production units, and anywhere that metal trolleys have caused noise complaints or maintenance problems. For smaller operations with lighter pan volumes, a lower-capacity model may be more appropriate. For very high-volume sites moving pans in large batches simultaneously, it is worth discussing whether a taller or higher-capacity configuration would serve you better.

If you are unsure whether this configuration fits your workflow or storage layout, the team is happy to talk it through before you order.