Steelite Polycarbonate GN 2/4 Platter Cover
Product Description
This GN 2/4 platter cover from Steelite is a straightforward, practical piece of serviceware designed to protect food during display or while awaiting service. Made from polycarbonate, it sits over...
Specifications
- Colour
- Clear
- Dimensions
- 162(W) x 530(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Polycarbonate
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Product Description
This GN 2/4 platter cover from Steelite is a straightforward, practical piece of serviceware designed to protect food during display or while awaiting service. Made from polycarbonate, it sits over the corresponding platter to shield food from contamination, maintain presentation, and help keep heat or cold in during the gap between kitchen and table.
Polycarbonate is a sensible material choice for this application. It is robust enough to withstand the handling demands of a busy service environment, resists cracking better than standard acrylic, and is straightforward to clean and sanitise between uses. The transparency allows staff and customers to see the food beneath without removing the cover, which supports both presentation and food safety practice.
In practical terms, covers like this are most useful in buffet, carvery, or counter-service settings where food sits out for periods before being plated, and in pass situations where dishes are held briefly before collection. They are also commonly used during catering events where food is transported or displayed before service begins.
- Protects food from airborne contamination during display and service holds
- Transparent construction allows food identification without lifting the cover
- Polycarbonate construction is more impact-resistant than standard clear plastics
- Easy to wipe down and sanitise between service periods
- Designed for use with the Steelite Craft Platter range
It is worth confirming compatibility with your existing platters before ordering, as GN 2/4 covers are sized specifically for that footprint. If you are unsure whether this cover suits your service setup or existing Steelite platterware, our team is happy to help you work through the options.
Key Features
- GN 2/4 polycarbonate cover designed for matching Steelite Craft Platters
- Transparent construction allows food to be viewed without removing the cover
- Polycarbonate material offers strong impact resistance in service environments
- Smooth surface designed for straightforward cleaning and sanitisation
- Lightweight at 810g for easy handling during busy service periods
Operational Benefits
- Shields food from contamination during display, holding, and transport
- Supports food safety compliance by keeping covers on between service
- Reduces food waste by protecting presentation quality until plating
- Speeds up service as staff can identify food without lifting each cover
- Durable enough to withstand regular handling across multiple service periods
Specifications
- Colour
- Clear
- Dimensions
- 162(W) x 530(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Polycarbonate
- Microwave safe
- No
- Oven proof
- No
- Weight
- 810g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- This cover is designed for use with the Steelite Craft Platter range in the GN 2/4 format. If you are unsure whether it will fit your existing platterware, it is worth checking the platter dimensions against the cover footprint before ordering, or contacting us to confirm compatibility.
- Polycarbonate covers of this type are generally used for ambient or chilled display and short holding periods rather than prolonged high-temperature service. If you need covers for hot counters or heated display units, it is worth discussing your specific service temperatures with us to confirm suitability.
- Polycarbonate is compatible with standard commercial kitchen sanitising procedures and can typically be wiped down with food-safe cleaning solutions between uses. It is advisable to avoid highly abrasive cloths or harsh chemical cleaners that can cloud the surface over time, reducing transparency.