Tournus 808 177UK Twin Stack Heated Plate Dispenser

The Tournus 808 177UK is a mobile, twin-stack heated plate dispenser designed to hold large-format plates at the correct service temperature throughout a meal period. It accepts plates across a broad diameter range, which makes it a practical choice for operations that use more than one plate size, and the transparent polycarbonate lids retain heat while keeping each stack visible to service staff at a glance.

In a busy cafeteria or banqueting kitchen, plate temperature has a direct bearing on food quality at the point of service. Relying on staff to pre-heat batches manually in an oven introduces inconsistency and ties up oven capacity that could be used for food production. This unit holds plates warm throughout the service period — loaded early and held until service begins — with side-mounted heating elements and an adjustable mechanical thermostat that can be set and left without further attention.

The practical advantages for service teams include:

• Twin-stack layout supports continuous service without frequent reloading
• Adjustable diameter range accommodates more than one plate size from a single unit
• Mobile base with braked castors allows repositioning to suit changing servery layouts
• Illuminated on/off switch gives staff a clear indication of operational status
• Insulated body helps maintain temperature while keeping exterior surfaces manageable to work around

The unit connects via a plug-top with a spiral cable and parking socket, so no hardwired installation is required. Being mobile rather than fixed does mean it occupies floor space and needs clear access during service — worth considering when planning a tight servery layout. Each stack also carries a maximum plate load, so it is sensible to factor in your plate weight when deciding how many to load per pile.

This dispenser suits hotel restaurants, contract catering operations, staff canteens, and event venues where buffet or self-service plate presentation is a regular part of the workflow. For very high-volume sites where throughput demands or stack capacity requirements are greater, a higher-capacity model may be worth considering.

If you would like to talk through whether this unit fits your servery layout or plate specification, our team are glad to help before you make a decision.