Arcoroc Autonomy Red Assisted Living Plates 230mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Arcoroc Autonomy range is a line of tableware developed in collaboration with healthcare professionals specifically for assisted dining environments. These 230mm plates are made from opal — a dense,...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Red
- Diameter
- 230
- Dimensions
- 270(H) x 230(W)mm
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Product Description
The Arcoroc Autonomy range is a line of tableware developed in collaboration with healthcare professionals specifically for assisted dining environments. These 230mm plates are made from opal — a dense, non-porous material with high resistance to chipping and breakage — and are intended for intensive daily use in care homes, hospital wards, and similar settings where durability and patient dignity both matter.
The plate's design addresses practical challenges that standard tableware does not. The deep well and optimised profile help contain food and reduce the effort required during self-feeding, which can make a meaningful difference for residents or patients with limited arm strength or motor control. A beaded edge keeps food away from thumb contact during handling, and the red rim provides a clear visual contrast that makes food easier to locate on the plate — particularly relevant for those with visual impairments or cognitive conditions such as dementia.
From an operational standpoint, the opal construction handles professional dishwasher cycles reliably without degrading colour or surface integrity over time. At 390g per plate, the weight is manageable for both service staff and diners. Key practical advantages include:
- High-contrast red rim aids food visibility for visually impaired diners
- Deep well profile supports independent eating with reduced spill risk
- Beaded edge keeps food clear of handling areas during service
- Opal material is non-porous, hygienic, and resistant to staining
- Fully professional dishwasher safe for high-throughput wash cycles
These plates are well suited to care homes, NHS catering, hospices, and any catering operation that provides assisted or therapeutic dining. They are supplied in packs of 12, which suits both initial stock purchases and topping up existing sets. If you are specifying tableware across a whole facility or need guidance on quantities for a particular dining setup, we are happy to help work through the requirements with you.
Key Features
- 230mm opal plate with deep well profile for assisted dining
- High-contrast red rim enhances food visibility for impaired diners
- Beaded edge prevents food contact with thumb during service
- Non-porous opal construction resists staining and bacterial absorption
- Rated for professional dishwasher use in high-throughput kitchens
Operational Benefits
- Supports independent eating, reducing reliance on care staff assistance
- High-contrast rim helps residents locate food quickly and confidently
- Deep well reduces spillage risk during unsupported or slower mealtimes
- Opal material maintains hygiene standards across intensive wash cycles
- Durable construction lowers breakage costs in busy care environments
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Red
- Diameter
- 230
- Dimensions
- 270(H) x 230(W)mm
- Material
- Opal
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 390g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes, the Autonomy range was developed specifically with healthcare and assisted living environments in mind. The combination of the deep well, beaded edge, and high-contrast red rim makes them practical for settings where residents or patients have varying levels of independence at mealtimes.
- Opal is a robust material that handles professional dishwasher temperatures and detergents well without losing colour intensity or surface quality over time. For high-turnover care catering operations running multiple wash cycles daily, this is an important consideration compared to standard glazed earthenware.
- Packs of 12 are a practical unit for topping up existing sets or making an initial purchase for a small dining room. For larger facilities, ordering several packs is straightforward, and because the Autonomy range is a consistent production line, colour and profile matching between batches is reliable. If you are unsure how many to order for a particular setup, we can help you work through the quantities.