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Steelite Design+ Footed Pilsner Glass 414ml Polycarbonate (Box 12)

SKU: VV3549

£117.00(£140.40 inc VAT)
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The Steelite Design+ Footed Pilsner is a 414ml polycarbonate drinking vessel designed to replicate the appearance of conventional glassware while eliminating the breakage risk that makes standard glass impractical in many front-of-house environments. Sold in boxes of 12, it is manufactured from polycarbonate, which gives it a clear, glass-like appearance without the fragility.

In practice, polycarbonate drinkware of this type is commonly used in settings where dropped or thrown glassware poses a safety or operational problem — rooftop terraces, poolside bars, festival venues, sports facilities, and anywhere with a licence condition or venue policy that restricts the use of real glass. The clarity and stem design mean presentation standards do not have to be compromised to meet those requirements.

From an operational standpoint, the key advantages are straightforward:

  • Shatterproof construction reduces breakage losses and clearance time during service
  • Glass-like appearance maintains presentation quality in outdoor and high-risk areas
  • Lightweight compared to glass, reducing handling fatigue during busy service
  • Sold in case quantities of 12, suited to bar stock replenishment
  • Polycarbonate construction is compatible with commercial glasswasher cycles at appropriate temperatures

It is worth noting that polycarbonate drinkware does show wear over time — repeated commercial washing gradually affects surface clarity, and heavily used pieces will eventually need replacing. It is not intended as a permanent alternative to glass in all environments, but it is a practical solution where glass is unsuitable or prohibited.

This pilsner is well suited to licensed outdoor venues, leisure facilities, event caterers, and bars operating under glass-free policies. If you serve a wide range of beverages and need matching polycarbonate formats, it is worth discussing your full requirements with us to ensure a consistent collection across your outlet.

Frequently asked questions

Can these polycarbonate pilsners go through a commercial glasswasher?

Polycarbonate drinkware is generally compatible with commercial glasswashers, but wash temperature matters — sustained high temperatures can accelerate clouding and surface wear. Check the manufacturer's guidance on maximum wash temperature, and expect to replace pieces periodically as clarity diminishes with heavy cycling.

How does polycarbonate drinkware hold up over a long service period?

For a busy outdoor bar or events operation, polycarbonate is a practical working solution rather than a permanent replacement for glass. It withstands the drops and handling that would shatter real glassware, but surface clarity does degrade over time with repeated commercial washing, so planned replacement is part of the cost model.

Is this pilsner format suitable for venues with a glass-free licence condition?

Yes — polycarbonate drinkware of this type is specifically used in venues where glass is restricted or prohibited, including licensed outdoor areas, poolside bars, sports grounds, and festival sites. If you need a coordinated range of formats to cover your full drinks menu, it is worth speaking with us to check what complementary pieces are available.
Steelite Design+ Footed Pilsner Glass 414ml Polycarbonate (Box 12)

£117.00(£140.40 inc VAT)

£117.00(£140.40 inc VAT)

The Steelite Design+ Footed Pilsner is a 414ml polycarbonate drinking vessel designed to replicate the appearance of conventional glassware while eliminating the breakage risk that makes standard glass impractical in many front-of-house environments. Sold in boxes of 12, it is manufactured from polycarbonate, which gives it a clear, glass-like appearance without the fragility.

In practice, polycarbonate drinkware of this type is commonly used in settings where dropped or thrown glassware poses a safety or operational problem — rooftop terraces, poolside bars, festival venues, sports facilities, and anywhere with a licence condition or venue policy that restricts the use of real glass. The clarity and stem design mean presentation standards do not have to be compromised to meet those requirements.

From an operational standpoint, the key advantages are straightforward:

  • Shatterproof construction reduces breakage losses and clearance time during service
  • Glass-like appearance maintains presentation quality in outdoor and high-risk areas
  • Lightweight compared to glass, reducing handling fatigue during busy service
  • Sold in case quantities of 12, suited to bar stock replenishment
  • Polycarbonate construction is compatible with commercial glasswasher cycles at appropriate temperatures

It is worth noting that polycarbonate drinkware does show wear over time — repeated commercial washing gradually affects surface clarity, and heavily used pieces will eventually need replacing. It is not intended as a permanent alternative to glass in all environments, but it is a practical solution where glass is unsuitable or prohibited.

This pilsner is well suited to licensed outdoor venues, leisure facilities, event caterers, and bars operating under glass-free policies. If you serve a wide range of beverages and need matching polycarbonate formats, it is worth discussing your full requirements with us to ensure a consistent collection across your outlet.