{"title":"Colour Coded","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hygiplas-colour-coded-serving-tongs-300mm","title":"Hygiplas Colour Coded Serving Tongs 300mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese stainless steel serving tongs from Hygiplas are part of a colour-coded range designed to support allergen and food safety protocols in commercial kitchens. Using a separate colour for each food type helps staff identify the right utensil quickly and reduces the risk of cross-contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tongs have a clean, smooth profile with no recesses, hinges or folded joints where food residue or bacteria could accumulate. They are practical to clean thoroughly, either by hand or through a commercial dishwasher cycle. They give a useful reach for serving and plating and are light enough to stay comfortable through extended service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300mm stainless steel serving tongs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth construction with no food trap areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for hand washing or commercial dishwasher use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight enough for comfortable extended use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in red, green, blue, yellow, black, brown, white and purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight and size are listed per colour in the specifications table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hygiplas","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":46853752389949,"sku":"CB154","price":4.48,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":58360518967678,"sku":"CB155","price":4.48,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":58360519000446,"sku":"CB156","price":4.48,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":58360519033214,"sku":"CB157","price":4.48,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":58366528061822,"sku":"CB153","price":5.61,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown","offer_id":58366528094590,"sku":"CB158","price":5.61,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":58366528127358,"sku":"FX130","price":3.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":58366528160126,"sku":"HC852","price":5.61,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/cf67648a1a29cd12197fbb57c471367c.jpg?v=1692632052"},{"product_id":"hygiplas-colour-coded-white-serving-tong-405mm","title":"Hygiplas Colour Coded White Serving Tong 405mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese stainless steel serving tongs from Hygiplas are part of a colour-coded range designed to support allergen and cross-contamination controls in professional kitchens. The white handle designation is commonly used for bakery or dairy stations, giving kitchen staff an immediate visual cue about which tong belongs at which food preparation area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn day-to-day service, the vinyl-coated handles provide a secure, comfortable grip during extended use — useful on busy service sections where tongs are in constant rotation. The smooth, recessed-free construction means there are no awkward joints or folds where food debris can accumulate, which keeps cleaning straightforward and supports consistent hygiene standards between services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractical advantages for kitchen operators include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite handle immediately identifies the tong for bakery or dairy use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth stainless steel construction is quick to clean and sanitise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVinyl grip reduces hand fatigue during prolonged service periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust enough for regular commercial use without distortion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of a wider colour-coded range for a consistent kitchen system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are no installation requirements. These tongs are a straightforward hand tool — the main consideration is adopting a consistent colour-coding policy across your team so the system functions as intended. At 405mm in length, they offer comfortable reach for serving from gastronorm pans or display trays without hand contact with the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWell suited to catering operations, schools, care homes, and hospitality kitchens where allergen management and HACCP-aligned colour coding are in place. If your operation handles a very high volume of covers and requires a broader range of colour designations, the full Hygiplas colour-coded utensil range covers additional food categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're putting together a complete colour-coded utensil set for your kitchen, the team is happy to talk through which designations make sense for your particular menu and workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hygiplas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833083023677,"sku":"FX131","price":7.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/ed7e806b1f077cce9b7b8d29bdff5543.jpg?v=1692715705"},{"product_id":"hygiplas-colour-coded-serving-tong-405mm","title":"Hygiplas Colour Coded Serving Tong 405mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese stainless steel serving tongs from Hygiplas are 405mm long and fitted with colour coded vinyl handles. The extra length makes them practical for deep gastronorm pans, chafing dishes, and service counters where shorter tongs would bring hands too close to heat or food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe colour coding system is designed to support allergen segregation and cross-contamination controls in line with standard food safety practice. Each colour corresponds to a food category:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack — general use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue — raw fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown — vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen — salad and fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurple — allergens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed — raw meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow — cooked meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn busy service environments, colour coded utensils help staff make the right choices quickly without relying solely on memory or labelling. They are commonly used alongside colour coded chopping boards as part of a broader kitchen hygiene system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stainless steel construction holds up well to daily commercial use and repeated dishwasher cycles. The vinyl grip handles are straightforward to wipe down between uses during service. 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Each pair measures 9.5 inches and is constructed from a single piece of stainless steel, removing the joints and crevices where food debris tends to collect. The set includes one pair each in black, blue, red, yellow, tan and green, allowing kitchens to designate specific tongs to specific food groups or preparation areas without relying on memory or labelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a busy service environment, these tongs hold up well under continuous use. The one-piece stainless construction means there are no springs to weaken or lose tension over time, and the flat serrated tips give a reliable grip on a wide range of food types — from portioning proteins to plating garnishes. The Kool-Touch handle material resists heat transfer during normal cooking and serving tasks, which reduces fatigue during long service periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey practical points worth noting:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpringless design eliminates a common failure point and simplifies end-of-service cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo food traps — dishwasher-safe and straightforward to clean manually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix distinct colours support clear HACCP zone separation without additional marking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle material carries natural antimicrobial properties, relevant where hygiene standards are closely monitored\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-piece stainless construction handles repeated high-temperature use without distortion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese tongs are well suited to most commercial kitchen sizes and service styles — from small café kitchens looking for a basic colour-coding setup to larger operations standardising their smallwares across multiple prep sections. 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The set is designed for kitchens that follow the widely used colour-coding convention to reduce cross-contamination risk and keep food safety procedures visible at a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a busy kitchen, colour coding only works when every team member can instantly identify the right tool for the right food group. Having the tongs, board, and knife in a matching green finish means the system holds up during service, even when multiple staff are working across prep areas. 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