Designline AG3 Drop-In Ambient Self-Service Display Gantry
Product Description
The Designline AG3 is a countertop-mounted ambient display gantry designed to present food and drink at self-service points where no temperature control is required. It sits across a worktop section...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 3 x 1/1 GN
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 535(H) x 1150(W) x 377(D)mm
- Gn size
- 1/1 GN full
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Product Description
The Designline AG3 is a countertop-mounted ambient display gantry designed to present food and drink at self-service points where no temperature control is required. It sits across a worktop section and accommodates three full-size GN containers side by side, making it a practical choice for cold deli items, bakery goods, packaged drinks, condiments, and similar ambient products.
In a self-service environment, presentation and contamination control work against each other if the unit isn't well designed. The AG3 handles this with a curved toughened glass sneeze screen that keeps food protected without creating a visual barrier between the customer and the display. The diffused overhead lighting lifts product visibility without harsh glare, which is particularly useful in cafés and canteen serveries where display quality has a direct effect on how quickly customers make their selections and move through the line.
Installation is straightforward — the unit bolts to the worktop surface using the supplied post fixing plates, creating a stable, permanent setup. The light switch is positioned at the end of the gantry for easy access during service. Polished aluminium and stainless steel construction keeps daily cleaning simple and the unit presentable through heavy use.
- Curved toughened glass screen protects food while maintaining clear customer sightlines
- Diffused gantry lighting improves product visibility and encourages selection
- Worktop-bolt mounting keeps the unit stable and correctly positioned during service
- Aluminium and stainless steel surfaces are quick to wipe down between services
- GN containers are sold separately, allowing flexibility over the display contents
The AG3 is well suited to workplace canteens, cafés, hotel breakfast stations, grab-and-go counters, and deli-style serveries where ambient self-service display is the requirement. It is not designed for chilled or heated food — operators needing temperature-controlled display should look at refrigerated or heated drop-in alternatives. For wider servery runs or higher-volume configurations, larger-capacity models are available in the range.
If you are laying out a self-service counter and want to talk through whether ambient display is the right fit for your setup, we are happy to go through it with you before you order.
Key Features
- Curved toughened glass sneeze screen shields food from contamination
- Diffused overhead lighting improves product visibility at the point of selection
- Accommodates three full-size GN containers across the worktop section
- Worktop-bolt fixing using supplied post plates for a stable, permanent install
- Light switch positioned at gantry end for easy access during service
Operational Benefits
- Keeps ambient food protected without obscuring the display from customers
- Diffused lighting helps customers identify products faster, improving throughput
- Flexible GN compatibility lets operators adapt the display to changing menus
- Quick-clean stainless steel and aluminium surfaces support consistent hygiene standards
- Permanent worktop fixing reduces movement and misalignment during busy service
Specifications
- Capacity
- 3 x 1/1 GN
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 535(H) x 1150(W) x 377(D)mm
- Gn size
- 1/1 GN full
- Material
- Curved Toughened Glass, Stainless Steel and Aluminium
- Power
- 100W, 230V, 13A
- Warranty
- 1 Year
- Weight
- 13kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- No — the AG3 is an ambient unit only and has no temperature control capability. It is designed for products that are safe to display at room temperature, such as cold deli items, bakery goods, and packaged products. For chilled or hot-hold self-service display, a refrigerated or heated drop-in unit would be the appropriate choice.
- Yes, the unit requires a power supply for the overhead display lighting. The light switch is built into the end of the gantry for convenient on-bench access. If you are planning a new counter installation, it is worth confirming that a suitable electrical supply point is available in the right position before the unit is fitted.
- The AG3 mounts directly to the worktop surface using the included post fixing plates and bolts, so it can be integrated into most existing counter setups without structural modification. It is designed to sit over a standard worktop section accommodating three 1/1 GN positions. If you are fitting it into a bespoke or modular counter configuration, it is worth checking the available worktop depth and clearance against the unit's footprint before ordering.