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APS Superbox Acacia Wood Buffet Crate GN 1/1

SKU: DR732

£50.45(£60.54 inc VAT)
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The APS Superbox Buffet Crate is a solid acacia wood display crate sized to a full GN 1/1 footprint. It is intended for open buffet and self-service settings where presenting food at table level — rather than behind a counter — is part of the guest experience. Bread, rolls, whole fruit, pastries, and similar produce sit naturally in this format.

In practice, the crate earns its place on the buffet table because it does two jobs. Upright, it acts as a straightforward display vessel that guests can reach into easily. Inverted, it becomes a low riser, adding height variation to a buffet layout when used underneath a compatible APS melamine tray. That flexibility is genuinely useful during setup, particularly when a team is dressing a table quickly before service.

A few practical points worth noting before ordering:

  • Solid acacia wood — handwash only, not suitable for dishwashers or prolonged soaking
  • GN 1/1 footprint integrates with standard GN tray and insert sizing
  • Natural wood grain means individual pieces will vary slightly in colour and pattern
  • Works as a riser when inverted alongside APS melamine trays
  • Suited to ambient display only — not designed for chilled or heated food service

This crate is well suited to hotels, café-bars, and restaurants running continental or full breakfast buffets, as well as delis and farm shops looking for a consistent display aesthetic. It is a mid-depth piece — if you are running a high-turnover buffet with multiple stations, it is worth considering whether a larger format or a full set of matching pieces would give you the coverage you need.

If you are planning a buffet setup and want to talk through quantities, sizing, or how this fits alongside other APS display pieces, our team is happy to help.

Frequently asked questions

Is this crate suitable for displaying chilled or hot food directly in the crate?

No — the Superbox is designed for ambient food display only. It works well with bread, whole fruit, pastries, and similar produce, but it is not suitable for direct contact with chilled inserts, ice, or any heat source. For temperature-controlled buffet display, a purpose-built chilled or heated unit would be the appropriate choice.

How does the crate work as a riser, and what tray size does it pair with?

When inverted, the crate provides a stable, raised platform at the depth of the crate walls. It is designed to work alongside APS melamine trays at the full GN 1/1 size, giving you a practical height change on the buffet table. It is worth checking that your tray sits flat and securely before service if you intend to use it this way regularly.

How should this crate be cleaned, and will it withstand daily commercial use?

Solid acacia wood requires handwashing only — dishwashers, prolonged soaking, and high-pressure washing will damage the timber over time. In a daily hotel breakfast setting, that means a quick wipe-down or hand rinse between services. With consistent care the wood holds up well, though natural variation in grain and tone is normal and tends to develop further with use.
APS Superbox Acacia Wood Buffet Crate GN 1/1

£50.45(£60.54 inc VAT)

£50.45(£60.54 inc VAT)

The APS Superbox Buffet Crate is a solid acacia wood display crate sized to a full GN 1/1 footprint. It is intended for open buffet and self-service settings where presenting food at table level — rather than behind a counter — is part of the guest experience. Bread, rolls, whole fruit, pastries, and similar produce sit naturally in this format.

In practice, the crate earns its place on the buffet table because it does two jobs. Upright, it acts as a straightforward display vessel that guests can reach into easily. Inverted, it becomes a low riser, adding height variation to a buffet layout when used underneath a compatible APS melamine tray. That flexibility is genuinely useful during setup, particularly when a team is dressing a table quickly before service.

A few practical points worth noting before ordering:

  • Solid acacia wood — handwash only, not suitable for dishwashers or prolonged soaking
  • GN 1/1 footprint integrates with standard GN tray and insert sizing
  • Natural wood grain means individual pieces will vary slightly in colour and pattern
  • Works as a riser when inverted alongside APS melamine trays
  • Suited to ambient display only — not designed for chilled or heated food service

This crate is well suited to hotels, café-bars, and restaurants running continental or full breakfast buffets, as well as delis and farm shops looking for a consistent display aesthetic. It is a mid-depth piece — if you are running a high-turnover buffet with multiple stations, it is worth considering whether a larger format or a full set of matching pieces would give you the coverage you need.

If you are planning a buffet setup and want to talk through quantities, sizing, or how this fits alongside other APS display pieces, our team is happy to help.