Olympia Kristallon Melamine & Polycarbonate

These Olympia Kristallon bowls are made from polycarbonate — a robust, shatterproof material commonly specified in settings where breakages present a safety or operational risk. Each bowl measures 172mm in diameter and holds a practical serving volume well suited to soups, desserts, cereals and side dishes. The green colourway is useful where colour-coded crockery systems are in place, for instance to distinguish allergen-free or dietary requirement servings.

Polycarbonate performs reliably in high-turnover environments. The material tolerates repeated commercial dishwasher cycles and is rated across a wide temperature range, making it suitable for both chilled and hot-served dishes. Unlike ceramics or glass, there is no risk of chipping or shattering under the kind of daily handling typical in busy canteen or institutional service.

• Shatterproof construction reduces breakage losses in high-turnover service
• Colour-coded green finish supports allergen or dietary segregation systems
• Suitable for both hot and chilled dishes across a wide temperature range
• Lightweight at 70g, reducing fatigue during high-volume tray service
• Compatible with standard commercial dishwashers

These bowls are well suited to schools, hospitals, care homes, outdoor activity centres, and similar institutional environments where durability and safety take precedence over fine dining presentation. They are less appropriate in settings where a premium tableware aesthetic is expected. If you are equipping a larger operation and need to assess quantities or discuss colour-coded systems, the team is happy to help you work through the right specification.

The Olympia Kristallon 8-inch curved melamine bowl is a straightforward, practical serving piece designed for buffet counters, carveries, salad bars, and self-service displays. Made from melamine, it presents as a clean, contemporary black finish that holds its appearance well in regular front-of-house service.

Melamine tableware of this type is a common choice in catering environments where breakage rates with ceramic or porcelain would be too costly. It withstands the knocks of busy service periods better than fired clay, and the curved bowl profile makes it practical for displaying a range of foods — from salads and sides to cold desserts and condiments.

• Black finish suits modern buffet and self-service presentations
• Curved profile works well for loose foods and portioned displays
• Rated for use between -20°C and 120°C, suitable for chilled or warm service conditions
• Melamine construction resists chips and cracks under regular handling
• Dishwasher safe for straightforward turnaround between sittings

It is worth noting that melamine is not suitable for microwave use, and should not be used for direct cooking or prolonged exposure to very high heat. These bowls are display and service pieces, not cookware, and should be selected on that basis.

This size works well for smaller buffet sections or as part of a tiered display. Operations needing larger surface area or greater capacity for high-footfall service will find a larger format more practical. If you are building out a full buffet display and want to talk through bowl sizing and quantities, the team is happy to help.

The Olympia Kristallon range of polycarbonate bowls is a practical choice for catering operations where conventional crockery presents a breakage or safety risk. Made from polycarbonate rather than ceramic or glass, these bowls are designed to withstand the kind of rough handling that is routine in high-throughput institutional settings. The green colourway makes them easy to identify within a coded crockery system, which is a common requirement in healthcare and education environments.

In busy service environments, the durability of polycarbonate crockery translates directly into reduced replacement costs and less disruption during service. These bowls are rated for use across a wide temperature range, making them suitable for both chilled desserts and hot foods alike. The material resists staining reasonably well and is straightforward to clean through a commercial dishwasher, though polycarbonate can show surface marks over time with heavy use.

These bowls are commonly used in:

• School and college dining rooms where shatterproof crockery is a safeguarding consideration
• Hospital and care home catering where crockery coding supports dietary or ward management
• Outdoor activity centres, festivals, and event catering where breakage risk is high
• Staff canteens and cafeterias requiring hard-wearing, cost-effective tableware

It is worth noting that polycarbonate is not ceramic, and operators expecting the weight or aesthetic of traditional crockery should factor that into their choice. For settings where appearance is a priority, alternative materials may be more appropriate. The pack of 12 suits initial setup or topping up existing stock.

If you are specifying crockery across a site or need to match an existing colour-coded system, our team is happy to help you work through the options.

These Olympia Kristallon melamine plates are a practical alternative to conventional china in settings where durability and safety are a higher priority than fine dining presentation. Made from melamine, they offer a hard-wearing, lightweight option for operations that put tableware through heavy daily use and frequent warewashing cycles.

Melamine holds up well in environments where chipping and breakage are a persistent cost — school canteens, care homes, hospital dining rooms, and staff restaurants all commonly specify it for exactly this reason. The narrow rimmed profile is a familiar, functional shape that stacks efficiently and works across a range of menu styles from hot meals to cold desserts.

Key practical advantages for busy operations include:

• Chip and scratch resistant — reduces replacement costs over time
• Lightweight construction — easier handling for staff and service users
• Dishwasher safe — suitable for commercial warewashing cycles
• Consistent white finish — presentable across a range of service styles
• Supplied in a pack of 12 — practical for building stock incrementally

It is worth noting that melamine is not suitable for use in microwave ovens, which rules it out in operations where individual reheating of plated meals is part of the service model. It is also not intended for oven use. For settings where microwave reheating is required, a vitrified china or polypropylene alternative would be more appropriate.

These plates are well suited to high-turnover, welfare, and institutional catering where durability and cost-of-ownership matter more than premium aesthetics. If you are equipping a larger operation and want to talk through quantities or whether melamine is the right choice for your service model, the team is happy to help.

The Olympia Kristallon plates are 172mm polycarbonate side plates finished in red, sold in packs of twelve. Polycarbonate is a hard-wearing plastic that looks broadly similar to conventional crockery but will not shatter on impact — a practical distinction in environments where breakage is a safety concern or an ongoing cost.

In busy institutional settings, crockery takes considerable punishment. These plates are designed to withstand repeated drops, stacking, and the general rough handling that comes with high-turnover service. The polycarbonate construction holds up well through continuous dishwasher cycles and is rated for use across a wide temperature range, making them reliable in both chilled and hot-service contexts.

• Virtually unbreakable polycarbonate construction reduces breakage costs
• Bold red colour aids portion control and tray identification in service lines
• Dishwasher safe, supporting fast turnaround between service sittings
• Lightweight compared to ceramic, reducing fatigue in high-volume service
• Suitable for use from cold storage through to warm food service temperatures

No special installation considerations apply. These plates stack conventionally and store without difficulty. It is worth confirming that your dishwasher operates within the temperature range suitable for polycarbonate to avoid warping over time.

These plates are well suited to schools, hospitals, care homes, outdoor activity centres, and similar institutional or welfare catering operations where shatterproof tableware is either a policy requirement or a practical necessity. For operators needing a full coordinated tableware range — including bowls, trays, and larger plate sizes — it is worth discussing what else is available across the Kristallon range before placing a larger order.

If you are equipping a new facility or replacing an existing tableware range, we are happy to help you work out quantities and confirm the right sizes for your service setup.

The Olympia Kristallon Fairground plates are 230mm melamine dinner plates sold in packs of twelve. They carry a distinctive colourful patterned rim that sets them apart from plain white crockery, making them a practical choice for environments where visual appeal and robust performance both matter.

Melamine is a well-established material in commercial catering precisely because it behaves differently from china under the stresses of daily service. It resists chipping and cracking when knocked or dropped, and its lightweight nature reduces the physical burden on staff handling large volumes of covers. These plates are rated for use across a broad temperature range, which means they can move from cold storage to hot service without issue in standard front-of-house use.

In practical terms, operators choosing these plates over china typically benefit from:

• Reduced breakage and replacement costs over time
• Lighter handling for serving staff during long service periods
• Scratch and chip resistance suited to high-turnover environments
• A distinctive pattern that suits informal or themed dining settings
• Compatibility with standard commercial dishwasher cycles

These plates are commonly used in schools, care homes, staff canteens, outdoor catering, and similar settings where durability takes priority over fine dining presentation. They are not intended to replicate the feel of porcelain, and operators seeking a more formal table presentation would be better served by ceramic alternatives. For very high-volume operations running multiple services daily, it is worth considering whether a larger pack quantity would better suit your procurement cycle.

If you are weighing up melamine against other tableware materials for your operation, or are unsure which range fits your service style, we are happy to talk it through.

These Olympia Kristallon compartment trays are moulded from polycarbonate in a standard large format and divided into sections to keep food portions separate during service. The green colourway makes them straightforward to integrate into colour-coded tray systems, which is a common requirement in healthcare, education, and care catering environments.

Polycarbonate is the practical choice for high-throughput tray service. It handles the knocks of a busy cafeteria line without cracking or splintering, and the material holds up well through repeated dishwasher cycles. The compartment layout removes the need for separate crockery on the tray, which simplifies clearing and reduces breakage risk — a meaningful operational benefit in environments with high resident or student turnover.

• Divided compartments keep food portions neatly separated without additional plates
• Polycarbonate construction withstands daily commercial dishwasher use
• Green colourway supports colour-coded service systems
• Stackable design reduces storage footprint between services

These trays are well suited to flat trolley or stack storage. There are no electrical, gas, or water installation considerations — they are ready to use straight from delivery. Bear in mind that polycarbonate, while robust, will show surface scratching over time with abrasive cleaning; mild detergents and commercial glasswashers or dishwashers are the appropriate cleaning method.

This size and format is commonly used in school canteens, NHS and private hospital catering, care homes, and staff restaurants where a structured, self-contained tray service is the standard approach. If you are outfitting a larger site or need a different tray size or colour to complete a matched set, the team are happy to advise on what will work across your full service operation.

The Olympia Kristallon melamine mugs are a practical choice for catering operations where durability and replacement cost are both a consideration. Made from melamine rather than ceramic or porcelain, they are noticeably more resistant to chipping and cracking under the kind of everyday handling that comes with busy service — stacking, bussing, repeated washing, and general rough treatment.

Melamine mugs like these are commonly used in staff canteens, outdoor catering events, festivals, visitor attractions, healthcare settings, and anywhere that breakage rates from conventional crockery become an operational and cost problem. The white finish presents well and gives a clean, consistent look across a service line.

• Resistant to chipping and cracking under heavy daily use
• Lighter than ceramic equivalents, reducing handling fatigue and breakage risk
• Consistent white finish suits a range of catering environments
• Sold in packs of 6, making stock management and replenishment straightforward
• Suitable for commercial dishwasher cycles

It is worth noting that melamine mugs are not suitable for microwave use, and they will show surface wear over time with repeated commercial dishwashing — this is normal for the material. They are a practical, cost-effective choice rather than a premium tableware option, and should be understood as such when specifying for a particular service environment.

These mugs are well suited to mid- to high-volume catering operations where durability outweighs the desire for a traditional ceramic feel. If your setting requires a more refined tableware presentation, ceramic or porcelain alternatives are worth considering instead.

If you are unsure whether melamine is the right material for your specific operation, we are happy to talk it through.

The Olympia Kristallon Fusion rectangular plate is a melamine tableware piece designed for commercial and institutional catering environments where the risks associated with broken crockery need to be managed carefully. Made from melamine rather than ceramic or porcelain, these plates will not shatter on impact — a practical consideration in settings where dropped crockery presents a genuine safety hazard.

In day-to-day service, melamine performs reliably under heavy rotation. The material is resistant to scratching and impact, which helps maintain a presentable appearance over time even with consistent handling by multiple staff. The rolled edges add a degree of additional resilience at the points most likely to suffer knocks during stacking and clearing.

• Melamine construction — will not shatter on impact
• Scratch and impact resistant for extended service life
• Rolled edges reduce chipping and wear at vulnerable points
• Lightweight, making them easier to handle during service and clearing
• Suitable for commercial dishwasher use for efficient turnaround

These plates are compatible with commercial dishwashers, which keeps the cleaning cycle practical in busy kitchen environments without requiring any special handling. The rectangular profile suits contemporary plating styles and works well for starters, sides, or desserts depending on the menu format.

This plate is well suited to care homes, schools, secure units, hospital catering, and similar environments where both safety and high-volume throughput matter. It is also used in casual dining and café settings where a modern, non-traditional plate shape is preferred. For operators needing a larger plate for main courses, or different shapes within the same range, other sizes and formats are available within the Kristallon Fusion collection.

If you are specifying tableware across multiple covers or want to confirm compatibility with your existing dishwasher setup, our team is happy to help you work through the options.

These Olympia Kristallon round plates are made from melamine — a dense, hard-wearing plastic that closely resembles the appearance of ceramic crockery but offers considerably greater resistance to chipping, cracking, and breakage. At 229mm in diameter, they sit in the standard side plate to medium dinner plate range, making them practical across a variety of food service applications.

Melamine is a well-established choice in settings where conventional china takes a higher-than-usual level of punishment. Outdoor catering events, festival and street food operators, staff canteens, schools, care homes, and high-turnover casual dining venues all commonly use melamine precisely because it survives the kind of stacking, handling, and occasional drops that would write off a china plate. The material is lightweight relative to ceramic, which also helps reduce fatigue for front-of-house staff handling large quantities.

From an operational standpoint, the main practical advantages are:

• Resistant to chipping and cracking, reducing ongoing replacement costs
• Lightweight construction, easier for staff to handle at volume
• Rated to withstand temperatures from -20°C to 120°C, suitable for chilled and hot food service
• Suitable for dishwasher use in commercial environments
• Consistent sizing across the pack supports neat stacking and storage

It is worth noting that melamine is not suitable for microwave use, and prolonged exposure to temperatures above 120°C — such as direct oven use — should be avoided. The surface can show wear over time in high-volume dishwasher cycles, so replacement intervals are worth factoring into procurement planning.

These plates are well suited to operations that prioritise durability and low breakage rates over fine dining presentation. For venues where a more premium table setting is expected, ceramic alternatives may be more appropriate. For higher-volume sites needing larger plate sizes or different formats within the same range, other options are available.

If you are unsure whether melamine tableware is the right fit for your service style or environment, the team is happy to help you think it through.

These Olympia Kristallon bowls are made from polycarbonate rather than ceramic or melamine, making them a practical choice for environments where breakages are a genuine operational concern. At 102mm in diameter they are a compact, portion-sized bowl suited to soups, desserts, cereals, and side dishes.

Polycarbonate crockery of this type is commonly used in schools, hospitals, care homes, prisons, and outdoor or activity centres — anywhere that shatterproof serviceware is either a safety requirement or a practical necessity. The yellow colour also makes these bowls useful where colour-coding by allergen, dietary requirement, or service station helps staff work accurately under pressure.

Key practical advantages include:

• Virtually unbreakable under normal service conditions, reducing replacement costs
• Colour-coded yellow for easy identification across dietary or allergen workflows
• Temperature-rated for use from frozen to hot-holding, adding versatility
• Lightweight construction that eases handling in high-volume service
• Dishwasher safe, supporting efficient turnaround in busy kitchens

It is worth noting that polycarbonate, while highly durable, can cloud or scratch over time with heavy commercial dishwasher use, so inspection and periodic replacement should be factored into your crockery management. These bowls are not suited to microwave use.

This pack of 12 is well suited to topping up existing crockery stocks or establishing a colour-coded set alongside matching polycarbonate plates and trays. For sites with larger volumes or more varied portion requirements, broader ranges with different sizes and colours are available.

If you are setting up a crockery system across a site or matching to an existing colour-code scheme, the team is happy to help you work out the right quantities and combinations.

The Olympia Kristallon compartment tray is a standard-format polycarbonate tray divided into separate food sections, designed to keep meal components apart during service. At 375mm wide, it sits within the large format of the Kristallon range and is produced in yellow — a colour commonly used in operations that use colour-coded systems to distinguish dietary requirements, allergen categories, or service streams.

Polycarbonate is a practical choice for this type of tray. It is significantly more impact-resistant than melamine, which makes it better suited to high-turnover environments where trays are handled repeatedly, dropped occasionally, and passed through busy wash cycles on a daily basis. The material holds its shape and colour well under regular use, which matters in settings where consistent presentation supports operational efficiency.

• Colour-coded yellow finish supports allergen or dietary identification systems
• Compartmented layout keeps meal components separated during service and transport
• Polycarbonate construction withstands repeated handling and commercial warewashing
• Stackable design reduces storage footprint in tight tray storage areas
• Consistent sizing supports tray slide and cafeteria counter compatibility

These trays are well suited to schools, hospitals, care homes, and similar welfare catering environments where structured meal presentation and colour differentiation matter. They are less appropriate for upmarket restaurant or hotel settings where compartment trays would look out of place.

If you are introducing a colour-coded tray system or expanding an existing one, it is worth thinking through your full colour set and quantities before ordering. The team is happy to talk through what works in practice for your type of operation.

The Olympia Kristallon range of polycarbonate bowls is a practical choice for operations where conventional ceramic or glass crockery carries a real risk of breakage. Made from polycarbonate rather than melamine, these bowls are virtually unbreakable under normal service conditions, and the blue colouring makes them easy to identify and sort during a busy service or washing cycle.

In environments such as school canteens, hospital wards, care homes, outdoor activity centres, and secure or high-turnover institutional catering, the durability of polycarbonate crockery makes a material difference to day-to-day operations. These bowls handle repeated high-volume use without chipping, cracking, or fading noticeably over time. The temperature tolerance — from well below freezing through to 100°C — means they are suitable for both hot service and chilled or frozen food presentation, and they pass through commercial dishwashers without warping.

• Suitable for hot and cold food service across a wide temperature range
• Colour-coded in blue for easy identification and segregation
• Dishwasher safe for high-volume wash cycles
• Lightweight enough to reduce handling strain in high-throughput settings
• Resistant to the impacts and drops typical of institutional catering environments

It is worth noting that polycarbonate, while extremely durable, is not suitable for microwave use. Operators should also be aware that harsh abrasive cleaning agents can dull the surface over time — standard commercial dishwasher detergents are recommended.

These bowls are well suited to institutional and welfare catering operations. For sites requiring larger serving vessels, different colours, or higher quantities, alternatives within the Kristallon range may be worth considering. If you are unsure which size or colour best fits your service setup, the team is happy to help you work through the options.

These Olympia Kristallon bowls are made from polycarbonate rather than ceramic or melamine, making them a practical choice wherever breakages are a genuine operational concern. At 102mm in diameter they are a standard side-bowl size, suitable for soup, desserts, cereals, or accompaniments.

Polycarbonate tableware is commonly used in schools, hospitals, care homes, secure facilities, and outdoor catering environments where conventional crockery carries too much risk — whether from breakage, injury, or contamination from ceramic shards. The material is rated to withstand temperatures from -40°C to 100°C, so the bowls move reliably between cold storage, ambient service, and commercial dishwashers without warping or cracking. The blue colour coding also helps operations that segregate tableware by allergen category, dietary requirement, or service area.

• Shatterproof construction reduces breakage-related waste and injury risk
• Colour coding supports allergen and dietary segregation workflows
• Wide temperature tolerance suits cold prep, hot service, and dishwasher cycles
• Lightweight handling suits high-turnover tray line and cafeteria service
• Sold in packs of 12, practical for building or replenishing existing stock

These bowls are well suited to mid-volume institutional catering where durability and safety take precedence over a premium table presentation. They are not intended for fine dining or any setting where a ceramic or porcelain finish is expected. If you are building out a larger tableware service or need guidance on quantities relative to cover numbers, the team is happy to talk it through.

These Olympia Kristallon bowls are made from polycarbonate — a material chosen specifically for environments where ceramic or glass crockery presents a safety or operational risk. They are not simply plastic bowls; polycarbonate is a robust, food-safe material that resists impact without shattering, making it a practical choice for high-turnover or supervised dining settings where breakages would be disruptive or hazardous.

In day-to-day service, these bowls hold up well under the demands of institutional catering. They tolerate repeated dishwasher cycles without warping or discolouring prematurely, and the rated temperature range means they can handle the heat of a commercial dishwasher without issue. The red colour coding is a practical advantage in settings where bowls need to be visually separated by use, allergen category, or dietary requirement.

• Shatterproof construction — suitable where breakage risk must be managed
• Colour-coded red finish for visual identification in service
• Compatible with commercial dishwashers and standard catering workflows
• Lightweight enough to suit assisted dining or self-service environments
• Supplied in a pack of 12 — practical for batch replacement or initial stocking

These bowls are well suited to schools, hospitals, care homes, outdoor activity centres, and any operation where conventional crockery is either impractical or prohibited. They are not intended as a premium tableware option for front-of-house fine dining, but for settings where durability, hygiene, and safety take precedence over aesthetics.

If you are stocking a new facility or replacing a specific colour within an existing polycarbonate range, our team can help confirm the right quantities and colour mix for your setup.

The Olympia Kristallon melamine platter is a large-format serving piece designed for buffet presentation, counter display, and high-volume catering service. Made from melamine with a plain white finish and raised edges, it provides a practical, clean-looking surface for presenting cold meats, cheeses, bread, pastries, and similar items in a catering environment.

Melamine is a well-established material in commercial catering for good reason. It is significantly more resistant to chipping and cracking than ceramic or porcelain, which matters when pieces are being moved repeatedly during service, loaded into dishwashers frequently, and stacked in busy back-of-house areas. The white finish remains presentable across heavy regular use, and the raised edges help contain food and dressings without items sliding off during transport from kitchen to counter.

Practical advantages in a commercial context include:

• Durable melamine construction handles daily commercial use and repeated dishwasher cycles
• Raised edges reduce spillage when carrying loaded platters to service areas
• Rated for temperatures from -20°C to 120°C, suitable for chilled display and moderate oven warming
• Lightweight relative to ceramic equivalents, reducing fatigue during busy service
• White finish presents food cleanly and suits most catering and hospitality styles

At 530 x 330mm, this is a large platter suited to operations serving significant volumes — hotel buffets, conference catering, pub carveries, and similar settings where a single platter needs to hold a meaningful portion of a dish. It is less suited to smaller à la carte settings where compact presentation pieces would be more appropriate. For operators needing a larger fleet of platters to cover a full buffet run, this size works well as a primary serving piece rather than a supplementary one.

If you are putting together a full buffet display or are unsure which sizes and quantities would suit your service setup, the team is happy to talk through what tends to work well in practice.

These Olympia Kristallon rounded square bowls are made from melamine, a hard-wearing plastic that has become a practical standard in environments where breakages are a genuine operational concern. At 275ml capacity, they sit comfortably in the range for soup, dessert, or side portions, and the rounded square profile strikes a balance between a contemporary table presentation and straightforward stacking for storage and transport.

Melamine performs well in busy, high-turnover settings precisely because it resists the everyday knocks that would chip or crack conventional china. The bowls handle repeated use across busy service periods without showing the wear that softer plastics quickly accumulate. They are rated for use between -20°C and 120°C, which covers most hot and cold serving applications, though they are not suitable for microwave use — worth bearing in mind when planning service workflow.

• Resistant to chipping, cracking, and everyday impact damage
• Lightweight for easy clearing and carrying in volume
• Suitable for both hot and cold service applications
• Consistent, clean appearance across extended use
• Practical for environments where china replacement costs are a concern

This type of bowl is commonly used in schools, care homes, staff canteens, and hospital catering, where the combination of durability, hygiene, and low replacement cost makes more sense than china. The smooth melamine surface cleans easily and holds up well through commercial dishwasher cycles, though prolonged exposure to harsh detergents at very high temperatures can dull the finish over time.

If you are equipping a new setting or replacing an existing range and want to discuss quantities, suitability, or how these fit alongside other melamine pieces in the Kristallon range, the team is happy to help you work through the options.

The Olympia Kristallon Fairground side plates are 160mm melamine plates supplied in a pack of twelve. They carry a colourful patterned rim that gives the range its fairground name, and they are intended as a practical alternative to conventional china in environments where breakage, weight, or hygiene management is a concern.

Melamine performs well in high-turnover settings precisely because it resists the chipping and cracking that shortens the life of standard crockery. In schools, care homes, staff canteens, and similar operations where plates go through frequent, heavy wash cycles and are handled by a wide range of users, the durability of melamine makes a noticeable difference to replacement costs over time. The material is also considerably lighter than china, which is a practical advantage where staff are handling large quantities of plates during service or clearing.

• Chip and scratch resistant for extended service life in busy operations
• Lightweight construction reduces handling strain during high-volume service
• Suitable for use in dishwashers and high-frequency wash cycles
• Patterned rim provides a degree of visual interest without compromising practicality
• Rated for use from -20°C to 120°C, covering standard hot-hold and chilled service

Melamine is not suitable for microwave use, which is worth bearing in mind if your operation relies on individual plate reheating. It also requires appropriate storage to avoid long-term surface dulling — stacking with care and avoiding abrasive cleaning agents will extend the life of the finish.

These plates are well suited to care homes, educational catering, workplace canteens, and any setting where a lightweight, break-resistant side plate is needed in volume. If your operation requires a larger plate format or a different pattern, the Kristallon range includes other sizes and styles worth considering.

If you are unsure whether melamine tableware is the right fit for your specific service environment, we are happy to talk it through.

The Olympia Kristallon range offers polycarbonate plates built specifically for environments where conventional crockery is impractical or unsafe. These 230mm plates are made from polycarbonate rather than ceramic or melamine, giving them a level of impact resistance that makes breakage in normal service conditions extremely unlikely. The red colourway is often used operationally to distinguish dietary requirements, allergen-controlled portions, or service zones — a practical consideration in busy institutional catering.

In high-turnover settings such as school canteens, hospital wards, care homes, and outdoor activity centres, the durability of these plates translates directly into lower replacement costs and reduced risk from broken crockery. The material tolerates a wide temperature range, meaning it copes with both chilled and hot-hold service without warping or cracking under normal use. They are also lightweight relative to ceramic equivalents, which matters in environments where staff are handling large volumes of crockery continuously or where service is carried out by younger people.

• Virtually unbreakable under normal service conditions — reduces crockery replacement costs
• Colour coding supports allergen management and dietary segregation
• Lightweight construction eases handling during high-volume service
• Dishwasher safe and straightforward to clean in a commercial pass-through or rack machine
• Suitable for both hot and chilled service without deformation

These plates are sold in packs of 12, which suits initial stock builds or top-up purchasing. They are a practical choice for operators running institutional or welfare catering, outdoor events, or any setting where shatterproof tableware is a requirement rather than a preference. For sites needing a larger diameter plate or a broader colour selection, other sizes and colours are available within the Kristallon range.

If you are specifying tableware across a new site or need guidance on colour-coding systems for allergen management, we are happy to help you work through the requirements.

The Olympia Kristallon range covers a straightforward need in institutional and high-risk catering environments: robust, coloured tableware that will not shatter if dropped. These 172mm plates are moulded from polycarbonate rather than melamine, which gives them greater impact resistance and a wider usable temperature range — relevant both for chilled service and for food coming straight from holding equipment.

In practice, polycarbonate plates of this size are well suited to side dishes, desserts, and starter courses in settings where breakage is a genuine operational concern. Schools, hospitals, care homes, outdoor activity centres, and secure environments all commonly use polycarbonate crockery because a dropped plate stays in one piece, reducing both injury risk and replacement cost over time. The yellow colour is also useful operationally — colour-coded tableware can support allergen management or patient dietary protocols where visual differentiation between plate types matters.

• Virtually unbreakable under normal service conditions, reducing replacement frequency
• Colour coding supports allergen awareness and dietary management workflows
• Compatible with commercial dishwashers, keeping turnaround straightforward
• Suitable for both chilled and hot food service within the rated temperature range
• Supplied in a pack of 12, practical for stocking a full service set or topping up existing crockery

It is worth noting that polycarbonate is not suitable for microwave use, and prolonged exposure to very high temperatures — such as direct contact with oven trays — should be avoided. These plates are designed for food service and dishwasher cleaning, not for cooking or high-heat holding.

This plate size and format works well for most institutional catering operations. Sites with specific volume requirements or those needing a full matched range of crockery in the same colour and material are welcome to get in touch — we can help ensure you have the right quantities and complementary pieces before placing an order.

These Olympia Kristallon plates are made from polycarbonate — a robust plastic material used in environments where conventional ceramic crockery poses a breakage or safety risk. The yellow colourway is a practical choice in settings that use colour-coded tableware, such as allergen management systems or dietary identification protocols.

Polycarbonate plates of this type are commonly used in schools, hospitals, care homes, outdoor activity centres, and secure facilities where shatterproof crockery is either a safety requirement or a practical necessity. The 230mm diameter is a standard size suitable for main course and side plate use across a range of service styles.

In day-to-day operation, the key advantages over ceramic alternatives are straightforward:

• Virtually unbreakable under normal service conditions, significantly reducing replacement costs
• Rated for use from -40°C to 100°C, making them suitable for both chilled and hot food service
• Lightweight compared to ceramic, which reduces handling strain during high-volume service
• Colour-coded yellow finish supports allergen or dietary identification workflows
• Compatible with commercial dishwashers in most standard wash cycles

It is worth noting that polycarbonate will show surface wear over time, particularly with repeated commercial dishwasher cycles and abrasive cleaning products. Operators should inspect plates periodically and replace when scratching becomes significant, both for hygiene reasons and presentation. These plates are not suitable for use in conventional ovens or microwave ovens.

This pack of 12 is well suited to smaller operations or those looking to supplement an existing stock. Higher-volume sites running large-scale institutional catering may want to consider ordering in greater quantities to account for attrition over time.

If you are specifying tableware for a particular care setting, allergen management system, or contract catering environment and want to talk through your requirements, the team is happy to help.

The Olympia Kristallon range of polycarbonate bowls offers a practical alternative to ceramic or melamine crockery in environments where breakage is a genuine operational concern. These 102mm bowls are moulded from polycarbonate — a material chosen for its impact resistance rather than its appearance — and are supplied in a distinctive red finish that can help with portion identification or colour-coded service schemes.

In high-turnover operations such as school canteens, hospital wards, care homes, outdoor activity centres and staff restaurants, the ability to drop a bowl without consequence has real value. Polycarbonate survives the kind of daily handling that would quickly deplete a stock of ceramic ware, and the consistent sizing makes stacking and storage straightforward on busy tray lines.

A few practical points worth considering before purchasing:

• Rated from -40°C to 100°C, making them suitable for chilled desserts and hot dishes alike
• Dishwasher safe and compatible with most commercial warewashers
• The red colouring is moulded in — it will not fade or peel with normal commercial use
• Polycarbonate is lightweight, which reduces fatigue on tray lines but may feel less substantial than ceramic to some diners
• Supplied as a pack of 12, which suits initial stock builds or replacing attrition losses

These bowls are best suited to institutional and welfare catering — schools, healthcare, outdoor education and similar settings where shatterproof crockery is a practical or policy requirement. They are less commonly chosen for front-of-house restaurant service where presentation expectations differ. If you need a larger opening order or are reviewing crockery across multiple categories, it is worth speaking with us to ensure the sizing and colour coding works across your full service setup.

These Olympia Kristallon plates are made from polycarbonate rather than ceramic or melamine, which makes them virtually unbreakable under normal service conditions. The 230mm diameter sits in standard side-plate to medium-plate territory, practical for a wide range of courses and portion sizes. The blue colourway is consistent across the range and is often used operationally to colour-code dietary or allergen requirements, as well as for general service.

Polycarbonate plateware of this type is a practical choice wherever crockery breakage is a genuine operational concern. Schools, hospital wards, care homes, outdoor activity centres, and welfare catering operations commonly use it because a dropped plate stays intact rather than creating a hazard. The material is also lightweight compared with ceramic, which makes tray service and clearing easier on staff over a long shift.

• Handles temperatures from well below freezing up to 100°C, suitable for dishwasher cycles
• Resistant to chipping and cracking under everyday institutional use
• Colour coding supports allergen or dietary management in service
• Lightweight construction reduces handling strain during tray service
• Sold in packs of 12, practical for building up volume stock

It is worth noting that polycarbonate will scratch over time with heavy cutlery use or abrasive cleaning, which can affect appearance and make thorough sanitising harder. Most operators replace stock periodically rather than running plates until they visibly fail. These plates are not designed for use in conventional ovens or under salamanders.

This size and format suits mid-volume operations well. Sites with very high throughput or specific portion-size requirements may want to consider whether a different diameter within the range is a better fit for their menu.

If you are unsure whether polycarbonate is the right choice for your operation, or need to work out quantities for a new site, the team is happy to talk it through.

The Olympia Kristallon narrow rimmed plate is a melamine side plate suited to operations where durability and safety take priority over fine dining presentation. At 165mm in diameter, it works well as a side plate, bread plate, or small starter plate depending on your menu and cover style.

Melamine is a practical choice for environments where standard ceramic crockery presents a safety or operational risk. It resists chipping and cracking under everyday handling, holds up well through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles, and is noticeably lighter than china — which matters when front-of-house staff are clearing covers at pace or when service involves vulnerable users.

• Chip and scratch resistant — reduces replacement costs over time
• Lightweight construction eases handling in busy service environments
• Dishwasher safe for high-turnover operations
• Consistent finish across the pack suits uniform table presentation
• Suitable for use in environments where ceramic breakage is a concern

These plates are commonly used in schools, hospital catering, care homes, staff canteens, and outdoor or events catering where crockery losses and breakages need to be kept in check. They are not intended to replicate the look or feel of fine china, and operators expecting a premium tableware finish should consider ceramic alternatives.

If you are unsure whether melamine is the right material choice for your service style or environment, the team is happy to talk it through.

The Olympia Kristallon melamine platter is a straightforward, practical serving piece designed for commercial buffet and counter display use. The white finish and raised edges give it a clean, presentable appearance that works well across a range of service styles, from hotel breakfast buffets to canteen counters and event catering.

Melamine is a well-established material in commercial foodservice for good reason. It handles everyday knocked-about use better than ceramic, resists chipping, and maintains its appearance with regular washing. The raised edges help contain food on the platter during service, which is particularly useful on a busy buffet line where presentation needs to hold up without constant attention.

A few practical points worth noting for busy operations:

• Resistant to impact — more forgiving than ceramic in high-turnover environments
• Rated for use from -20°C to 120°C, suitable for chilled and hot-hold display
• Lightweight at 670g, easy to handle and reposition during service
• White finish shows food presentation clearly, suits most buffet aesthetics
• Dishwasher safe for straightforward turnaround between sittings

It is worth noting that melamine is not suitable for microwave use, so it should not be placed in a microwave oven at any point. It is also not intended for direct oven use. For operations needing a larger footprint on the buffet counter, this platter sits within a wider range of Kristallon melamine servingware, so there are alternative sizes available if this format does not suit your layout.

If you are fitting out a buffet or refreshing your display servingware and want to talk through what quantities or sizes would work best for your service style, our team is happy to help.

The Olympia Kristallon range of polycarbonate plates is designed specifically for environments where conventional ceramic crockery carries too high a breakage risk. These 172mm blue plates are made from polycarbonate rather than melamine, which gives them a noticeably lighter feel in the hand and a greater resistance to impact — an important practical distinction in busy, high-turnover service settings.

Polycarbonate crockery of this kind is commonly used in schools, hospitals, care homes, outdoor activity centres, and secure or assisted-living environments where shatterproof tableware is either a practical necessity or a safeguarding requirement. The blue colouring also makes them straightforward to manage across different service stations or dietary categories where colour-coded crockery is part of the operation.

From a day-to-day operational standpoint, these plates offer a number of practical advantages over ceramic alternatives in the right settings:

• Virtually unbreakable under normal service conditions, reducing replacement costs
• Lightweight construction eases handling for service staff and kitchen porters
• Suitable for use across a wide temperature range, supporting both cold and warm food service
• Colour coding supports allergen management or service zone separation
• Consistent sizing across the Kristallon range supports stacking and storage efficiency

These plates are dishwasher safe and straightforward to maintain, though it is worth noting that polycarbonate can discolour or craze over time if exposed to very harsh detergents or sustained high-temperature wash cycles. Checking compatibility with your existing warewasher settings and chemistry is a sensible step before committing to volume.

These plates are best suited to institutional and welfare catering, educational settings, healthcare environments, and any operator running a service where minimising breakage is a priority. They are less suited to formal dining or environments where presentation expectations are high.

If you are assessing crockery options for a specific setting or want to discuss quantities and colour options across the Kristallon range, we are happy to help you work through what suits your operation.

These Olympia Kristallon compartment trays are large-format polycarbonate trays with moulded sections that keep food portions separated on the tray. They are a standard choice for cafeteria-style meal service where multiple food items need to be presented together on a single tray without mixing.

Polycarbonate is well suited to high-throughput meal service environments. It holds up to repeated dishwasher cycles better than melamine and resists the knocks and drops that are unavoidable in busy servery lines. The blue colour coding is useful where operators run different tray types across departments or dietary streams and need a quick visual distinction at the point of service.

• Moulded compartments keep food portions separated during service
• Polycarbonate construction handles repeated commercial dishwashing reliably
• Stackable design keeps storage neat in high-turnover settings
• Colour coding supports simple tray management across departments
• Sold in packs of ten, practical for initial stock or ongoing replenishment

These trays are designed for use in settings where trays are collected, washed, and returned to service many times per day. They are commonly used in schools, hospital wards, care homes, and staff canteens. The 375mm width suits a standard servery counter layout, though it is worth checking tray slide dimensions and rack sizes in your dishwasher before ordering in quantity.

If you serve unusually high volumes or operate in a setting with particularly demanding wash cycles, it is worth discussing whether a different material or format would hold up better over time. The team is happy to talk through what works in your specific setup before you commit to a quantity order.

The Olympia Kristallon melamine plates are a practical alternative to ceramic crockery, designed for catering environments where durability and safety matter more than fine dining presentation. Made from melamine, they resist chipping and cracking under the kind of handling that would quickly degrade standard china — stacking, trolley transport, busy wash cycles and frequent drops.

In real service environments, these plates hold up well across repeated use. Melamine is inherently lightweight, which reduces fatigue for serving staff and lowers the risk of breakages during clearing. The white finish presents food cleanly without the aesthetic compromise that some operators worry about when moving away from ceramic.

Key practical advantages include:

• Chip and crack resistant under heavy daily use
• Lightweight construction reduces handling fatigue and breakages
• Suitable for use from frozen storage up to hot service temperatures
• Straightforward to clean through standard commercial dishwashers
• Consistent white finish maintains a clean, professional table presentation

These plates are best suited to settings where durability and safety are the priority — schools, care homes, hospitals, staff canteens, and any operation with high plate turnover or vulnerable service users. They are not intended for high-heat oven use, and operators should be aware that melamine will not tolerate microwave use. For environments that require a more formal tableware aesthetic, ceramic alternatives may be more appropriate.

If you are outfitting a new site or replacing broken stock across a larger operation, it is worth talking through quantities and plate sizes before ordering — we are happy to help.