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APS Loops Melamine Platter Blue GN 1/2 325 x 265mm

SKU: FE987

£25.31(£30.37 inc VAT)
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The APS Loops platter is a half-gastronorm melamine serving piece designed for buffet and food display use in commercial catering environments. Its GN 1/2 footprint means it sits directly into standard gastronorm setups or display risers, keeping buffet layouts consistent and organised. The blue colourway makes it a practical choice for fish, seafood, or cold food presentation where a distinct colour signal helps guests and staff identify food categories at a glance.

Melamine construction gives this platter a more durable and chip-resistant profile than ceramic alternatives, which is a practical consideration in high-turnover buffet settings where pieces are handled repeatedly throughout service. At 840g it is light enough for straightforward clearing and resetting without being flimsy. The temperature tolerance allows use with chilled foods straight from refrigerated storage without risk of cracking or warping.

  • GN 1/2 footprint integrates with standard gastronorm buffet setups
  • Melamine construction resists chipping better than ceramic in busy service
  • Blue finish aids food categorisation and presentation consistency
  • Lightweight enough for quick clearing and resetting between sittings
  • Suitable for refrigerated storage prior to service

This platter is best suited to cold buffet presentations, carvery side dishes, or canapé and finger food displays. It is worth noting that the temperature range does not extend to oven or hot-hold use, so it should not be used in heated display units or placed in a bain-marie. For operators needing a broader range of sizes or colours within the same range, other GN formats are available.

If you are building out a buffet setup and want to make sure the pieces work together — sizing, colour coding, display risers — our team is happy to talk through what will work best for your service style.

Frequently asked questions

Can this platter be used in heated buffet units or bain-maries?

No — the melamine material is rated up to 75°C, which makes it suitable for ambient and chilled buffet display but not for use in heated display units, bain-maries, or ovens. For hot-hold buffet service, a stainless steel or porcelain alternative would be more appropriate.

Does the GN 1/2 size fit standard buffet display frames and risers?

Yes, the GN 1/2 footprint is a standard gastronorm size, so it will sit flush in most GN-compatible display frames, risers, and counter inserts. If you are mixing platter sizes across a buffet run, it is worth checking that your display furniture supports fractional GN configurations.

Is melamine suitable for commercial dishwasher use?

Melamine can generally tolerate commercial dishwasher cycles, though prolonged exposure to very high wash temperatures over time can cause surface dulling. Hand washing or lower-temperature cycles will extend the life of the finish, particularly where presentation quality matters for guest-facing service.
APS Loops Melamine Platter Blue GN 1/2 325 x 265mm

£25.31(£30.37 inc VAT)

£25.31(£30.37 inc VAT)

The APS Loops platter is a half-gastronorm melamine serving piece designed for buffet and food display use in commercial catering environments. Its GN 1/2 footprint means it sits directly into standard gastronorm setups or display risers, keeping buffet layouts consistent and organised. The blue colourway makes it a practical choice for fish, seafood, or cold food presentation where a distinct colour signal helps guests and staff identify food categories at a glance.

Melamine construction gives this platter a more durable and chip-resistant profile than ceramic alternatives, which is a practical consideration in high-turnover buffet settings where pieces are handled repeatedly throughout service. At 840g it is light enough for straightforward clearing and resetting without being flimsy. The temperature tolerance allows use with chilled foods straight from refrigerated storage without risk of cracking or warping.

  • GN 1/2 footprint integrates with standard gastronorm buffet setups
  • Melamine construction resists chipping better than ceramic in busy service
  • Blue finish aids food categorisation and presentation consistency
  • Lightweight enough for quick clearing and resetting between sittings
  • Suitable for refrigerated storage prior to service

This platter is best suited to cold buffet presentations, carvery side dishes, or canapé and finger food displays. It is worth noting that the temperature range does not extend to oven or hot-hold use, so it should not be used in heated display units or placed in a bain-marie. For operators needing a broader range of sizes or colours within the same range, other GN formats are available.

If you are building out a buffet setup and want to make sure the pieces work together — sizing, colour coding, display risers — our team is happy to talk through what will work best for your service style.