Olympia Kristallon Melamine & Polycarbonate

These 150mm melamine round plates from the Olympia Kristallon range are a practical alternative to ceramic crockery in environments where breakage is a genuine operational concern. Made from melamine — a hard, dense plastic material — they are substantially more resistant to chipping and shattering than standard china, whilst still presenting a clean, consistent appearance on the table or counter.

In day-to-day service, melamine plates of this size are commonly used as side plates, bread plates, or for simple cold starters. The material handles the rigours of continuous stacking, tray service, and repeated washing without the attrition rate associated with ceramic alternatives. That said, melamine is not suitable for microwave use, and the temperature tolerance, whilst suitable for holding pre-heated food or ambient service, means it should not be used in an oven or under a salamander.

• Resistant to chipping and cracking under normal service conditions
• Lightweight enough to ease tray handling in high-volume service
• Suitable for both refrigerated storage and hot-hold environments within the rated temperature range
• Easy to clean and compatible with commercial dishwashers

This plate size suits outdoor catering, staff dining, education catering, and casual dining operations where durability matters more than fine-dining presentation. It is equally practical for venues that experience a high level of plate handling — festivals, events catering, and similar — where ceramic losses would add up quickly. Operators needing a larger plate size or higher-volume pack quantities will find alternatives within the Kristallon range worth considering.

If you are specifying tableware across a site and want to discuss quantities, compatible pieces, or suitability for a particular service style, the team is happy to help.

The Olympia Kristallon oatmeal bowls are made from melamine — a hard-wearing plastic that closely resembles the look and feel of ceramic but is considerably more resistant to chipping and breakage. They are supplied in packs of twelve and are well suited to operations where crockery takes more punishment than it would in a conventional restaurant setting.

Melamine performs reliably in environments where standard china would incur unacceptable breakage rates. That includes outdoor catering, festival and event settings, school and staff canteens, healthcare environments, and anywhere crockery is handled at pace by a changing workforce. The material is robust without being heavy, which helps reduce fatigue during clearing and washing-up over long service periods.

From an operational standpoint, these bowls offer a few practical advantages worth noting:

• Resistant to the everyday bumps and drops that chip or crack ceramic crockery
• Lightweight construction that eases handling across long shifts
• Compatible with a wide temperature range, suitable for chilled and hot-served dishes
• Consistent sizing supports neat stacking and compact storage
• Easy to clean and suitable for commercial dishwasher use

It is worth being clear about what melamine is not suitable for: it should not be used in microwave ovens, and prolonged exposure to temperatures above 120°C is not recommended. It will not replicate the premium feel of fine china, so operators who prioritise table presentation in a formal dining setting may prefer ceramic alternatives.

These bowls are a practical choice for caterers and operators running high-turnover, informal, or outdoor services where durability and replacement cost matter more than aesthetics. If you are unsure whether melamine is the right fit for your service style or environment, we are happy to talk it through.

The Olympia Kristallon compartment tray is a standard-format polycarbonate serving tray divided into sections, allowing a complete meal to be presented and carried on a single tray without the need for separate plates or bowls. The 375mm width fits comfortably within standard tray-slide systems commonly found in cafeteria and ward-service counters, and the red colouring is often used in multi-tray operations to assist with section identification or dietary coding.

Polycarbonate is a well-established material choice for this type of tray in high-volume, institutional settings. It withstands the mechanical wear of daily commercial dishwasher cycles, resists cracking under normal service conditions, and holds up against the repetitive stacking and handling that comes with large-scale tray operations. The rigid construction keeps the compartments stable during service, reducing the likelihood of food migrating between sections when trays are carried or transported on trolleys.

For day-to-day operations, these trays offer a number of practical advantages:

• Stackable design reduces storage footprint between service periods
• Compartmented layout simplifies meal assembly and speeds up service
• Polycarbonate construction is compatible with commercial dishwashers
• Colour coding supports dietary or section identification systems
• Sold in packs of ten, suited to bulk replenishment cycles

These trays are supplied in packs of ten, which suits the replenishment patterns typical of schools, hospital catering departments, care homes, and staff canteens. They are not designed for hot-holding or oven use, and should be assessed against your tray-slide dimensions before ordering in volume to confirm compatibility.

This tray is well suited to medium to large institutional catering operations where standardised meal presentation, efficient tray clearance, and straightforward dishwashing turnaround are priorities. For operations running a high daily cover count, it is worth considering whether a larger stock quantity would better support your service without relying on rapid wash cycles.

If you are specifying trays across a new or refurbished servery and want to confirm sizing or colour options before committing to quantity, we are happy to help.

These Olympia Kristallon plates are made from polycarbonate rather than conventional ceramic or melamine, making them a practical choice wherever breakages are a persistent operational problem. At 172mm in diameter they sit in the side plate category, useful for bread, accompaniments, or lighter meal portions.

Polycarbonate plates of this type are commonly used in schools, hospital wards, care homes, outdoor activity centres, and staff canteens — environments where crockery takes considerable knocks during service, transit, and washing. The material is effectively shatterproof under normal handling, which reduces both replacement costs and the safety concerns that come with broken crockery in a busy dining environment. The green colourway is practical in settings that use colour-coding to indicate portion size, dietary category, or allergen requirements.

• Virtually unbreakable under normal service and transit conditions
• Colour-coded green — useful for allergen or dietary management systems
• Rated for use between -40°C and 100°C, so suitable for dishwasher cycles
• Lightweight enough to reduce fatigue during high-volume service
• Supplied in a pack of 12, suited to topping up existing sets

It is worth noting that polycarbonate, while highly durable, can become scratched over time with abrasive cleaning agents or scouring pads, and repeated high-temperature dishwasher cycles may eventually affect the surface finish. They are not intended as a fine-dining solution and perform best in volume-feeding or institutional contexts.

If you are equipping a new site or reviewing your tableware across multiple colour codes, the team is happy to talk through what suits your service setup.

The Olympia Kristallon polycarbonate bowls are a practical, shatterproof alternative to ceramic crockery, produced in a bold yellow colour that aids visual identification during service and sorting. Made from polycarbonate rather than melamine, they are designed to withstand the demands of high-turnover catering environments where breakage is a persistent operational and cost concern.

In busy service settings, these bowls hold up well under repeated use. Polycarbonate is notably more impact-resistant than standard plastic alternatives, and the material tolerates a wide temperature range, making the bowls suitable for both chilled and warm food applications without warping or distortion. The colour is moulded in rather than surface-applied, so it remains stable over time and through regular washing cycles.

From an operational standpoint, the key advantages are straightforward:

• Virtually unbreakable in day-to-day service, reducing crockery replacement costs
• Colour-coding supports portion control, allergen management, or section identification
• Dishwasher safe, with no special handling required in the wash-up area
• Lightweight enough to reduce handling fatigue during high-volume service
• Supplied in a pack of 12, practical for initial stock or topping up existing sets

These bowls require no installation considerations — they are ready to use straight from the pack. They are compatible with standard commercial dishwashers operating within the rated temperature range. No specific storage requirements beyond standard crockery practice.

This product is well suited to schools, hospitals, care homes, outdoor activity centres, staff canteens, and any catering operation where reducing breakage and replacement frequency is a priority. They are less commonly chosen for front-of-house fine dining settings where ceramic presentation is expected. If you need a different size or colour to match an existing set, it is worth checking what else is available within the Kristallon range before ordering.

If you are equipping a site across multiple sections or need guidance on quantities for a specific service volume, the team is happy to help you work through what you need.

The Olympia Kristallon Fairground bowls are a melamine alternative to traditional china, designed for catering environments where durability and safety are a higher priority than fine dining presentation. The distinctive colourful patterned rim gives them a recognisable character without being garish, making them a practical choice where cheerful, robust tableware is appropriate.

Melamine performs well in high-turnover settings because it resists chipping and cracking under the kind of repeated handling that would quickly degrade standard ceramic. It is also considerably lighter than china, which matters in environments where staff are handling large quantities of covers or where service is carried out by people who may struggle with heavier crockery.

These bowls are commonly used in:

• School canteens and education catering
• Care homes and assisted living facilities
• Staff restaurants and welfare catering
• Outdoor and event catering where breakage risk is high

It is worth noting that melamine is not suitable for microwave use, and prolonged exposure to very high temperatures can affect the surface over time. It is dishwasher safe under normal commercial conditions, though aggressive detergents used at high frequency may dull the finish over extended periods.

This pack of twelve suits smaller operations or those looking to supplement an existing set. For higher-volume sites running multiple sittings, larger pack quantities are worth considering to keep pace with dishwasher turnaround.

If you are equipping a new facility or refreshing tableware across a large site, it is worth speaking with us about quantities and mix before ordering — we are happy to help you work out what you actually need.