Can this caddy handle both round and square plates?

Yes. The Versa design accommodates round plates up to 241mm across five columns, and can also be configured for smaller square plates across four to five columns. If you are running mixed crockery across your operation, it is worth checking the owner's manual configurations to confirm the best column layout for your specific plate sizes.

How does this caddy hold up in a high-volume dishwash environment?

The polyethylene body is well suited to the wet, high-traffic conditions of a commercial dishwash area — it will not rust or corrode with repeated exposure to water and cleaning chemicals. The steel rear axle and heavy-duty castors are designed to cope with repeated fully-loaded use, though as with any mobile equipment, the brake should be engaged whenever the caddy is stationary to prevent movement.

Is this caddy suitable for banqueting or large-scale event catering?

It is commonly used in banqueting kitchens and contract catering operations where large quantities of plates need to move efficiently between the wash area and service. For sites running very high plate volumes across multiple service points simultaneously, it may be worth speaking to us about whether a single unit is sufficient or whether a multi-caddy configuration would better suit your workflow.

Cambro DCS950480 Versa Dish Caddy 241mm Round Plates

Name: Cambro DCS950480 Versa Dish Caddy 241mm Round Plates
Brand: Cambro
SKU: DCS950480
Price: 960.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Product No: DCS950480

Product Description

The Cambro DCS950480 Versa Dish Caddy is a free-standing plate storage and transport trolley designed to hold round plates up to 241mm in diameter across five columns. It can also...

Specifications

External depth (mm): 605
External height (mm): 815
External width (mm): 735

Downloads

CAM4709 1

Product Description

The Cambro DCS950480 Versa Dish Caddy is a free-standing plate storage and transport trolley designed to hold round plates up to 241mm in diameter across five columns. It can also be configured to accommodate square plates of a smaller diameter across four to five columns, making it a practical option for operations that run mixed crockery. A vinyl cover is included as standard, keeping stored plates protected and sanitary between service periods.

In a busy dishwash area or crockery store, the caddy earns its keep through straightforward practicality. The open-sided design means plates can be loaded and unloaded quickly without having to navigate awkward access points, which matters when a kitchen team is racing to turn tables. The moulded-in handles at each end and the combination of front swivel castors with brake and larger rear wheels make it manageable even when fully loaded. The plated steel rear axle is rated to support substantial weight, so operators can load the caddy to capacity without concern.

Key operational advantages include:

Polyethylene construction that will not rust, crack, dent, or chip with regular use
Swivel castors with brake for controlled positioning in service areas
Open-access column design for fast plate loading and unloading
Included vinyl cover for hygienic storage between services
Moulded handles at both ends for two-person transport when fully laden

This caddy works well in mid-sized to high-volume operations — banqueting kitchens, hotel restaurants, contract catering facilities, and busy restaurant dishwash areas where plate throughput is high and storage needs to be mobile. It is not designed for static shelving use; its value is in the ability to move loaded plates efficiently from the wash area to the pass or service station. For sites running significantly larger plate sizes or requiring multiple caddies integrated into a transport system, it is worth discussing your full requirements to ensure the configuration suits your flow.

If you are not certain this caddy matches your plate diameter or service volume, the team is happy to talk through what will work best for your operation before you commit.

Key Features

Five-column open design holds round plates up to 241mm diameter
Polyethylene construction resists rust, cracking, denting, and chipping
Front swivel castors with brake for controlled, safe positioning
Plated steel rear axle supports substantial fully-loaded plate capacity
Vinyl cover included for hygienic plate storage between service periods

Operational Benefits

Speeds up plate turnaround by keeping dishwash-to-pass movement efficient
Durable construction withstands daily heavy use without deterioration
Brake castors prevent unintended movement in busy service environments
Open-access columns reduce loading time during high-pressure service periods
Included cover protects stored crockery from contamination between sittings

Specifications

External depth (mm): 605
External height (mm): 815
External width (mm): 735

Downloads

CAM4709 1

Frequently Asked Questions

: Yes. The Versa design accommodates round plates up to 241mm across five columns, and can also be configured for smaller square plates across four to five columns. If you are running mixed crockery across your operation, it is worth checking the owner's manual configurations to confirm the best column layout for your specific plate sizes.
: The polyethylene body is well suited to the wet, high-traffic conditions of a commercial dishwash area — it will not rust or corrode with repeated exposure to water and cleaning chemicals. The steel rear axle and heavy-duty castors are designed to cope with repeated fully-loaded use, though as with any mobile equipment, the brake should be engaged whenever the caddy is stationary to prevent movement.
: It is commonly used in banqueting kitchens and contract catering operations where large quantities of plates need to move efficiently between the wash area and service. For sites running very high plate volumes across multiple service points simultaneously, it may be worth speaking to us about whether a single unit is sufficient or whether a multi-caddy configuration would better suit your workflow.