Steelite Alvo Unhandled Soup Bowls 284ml (Pack of 36)
Product Description
The Steelite Alvo unhandled soup bowl is part of a well-established vitrified ceramic range designed for consistent, professional food presentation in commercial dining environments. Made from alumina vitrified ceramic, these...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Capacity
- 284ml
- Colour
- White
- Crockery type
- Soup
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Product Description
The Steelite Alvo unhandled soup bowl is part of a well-established vitrified ceramic range designed for consistent, professional food presentation in commercial dining environments. Made from alumina vitrified ceramic, these bowls carry the characteristic bright white finish and subtle translucence associated with quality tableware, without the fragility that can come with finer bone china alternatives.
In a busy service environment, durability matters as much as appearance. The vitrified ceramic construction gives these bowls meaningful resistance to thermal shock — relevant wherever bowls move quickly between holding warmers, pass-throughs, and table service. The robust glaze is formulated to resist staining, which reduces the visible wear that can make tableware look tired after extended use in a high-turnover operation. Steelite backs this range with a lifetime edge chip warranty, which reflects confidence in the glaze integrity under daily commercial handling.
Practically speaking, the unhandled format suits a range of service styles — from plated starter courses in restaurant settings to canteen and hospitality environments where speed of clearing and stacking matters. Key operational points worth noting:
- Alumina vitrified ceramic construction — durable under heavy daily use
- Thermal shock resistance — suitable for movement between temperature extremes in service
- Stain-resistant glaze — helps maintain a clean appearance across extended service cycles
- Lifetime edge chip warranty from Steelite
- Pack of 36 — practical quantity for stocking a section or supplementing an existing set
The 284ml capacity positions these bowls comfortably for soup courses, amuse-bouche, or small-portion presentations. The unhandled design means they stack efficiently, which is useful where back-of-house storage space is limited.
These bowls are well suited to restaurants, hotels, and contract catering operations running Steelite or coordinating white tableware programmes. If you are building out a full cover set or need guidance on quantities relative to your service volume, we are happy to help you work through what makes sense.
Key Features
- Alumina vitrified ceramic construction for commercial durability
- Thermal shock resistant glaze suited to rapid temperature changes
- Stain-resistant finish helps maintain appearance through heavy use
- Lifetime edge chip warranty backed by Steelite International
- Supplied in a pack of 36 for practical section stocking
Operational Benefits
- Withstands daily commercial handling with reduced risk of visible wear
- Maintains a clean, professional appearance across extended service cycles
- Stacks efficiently, supporting organised back-of-house storage
- Consistent white finish supports a coordinated tableware presentation
- Pack quantity reduces reorder frequency for busy operations
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Capacity
- 284ml
- Colour
- White
- Crockery type
- Soup
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Finish
- Robust Glaze
- Freezer safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Round
- Material
- Alumina vitrified ceramic
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Warranty
- Lifetime Edge Chip
- Weight
- 10.54kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. The alumina vitrified ceramic construction and robust glaze on the Alvo range are designed to withstand the repeated high-temperature wash cycles typical of commercial dishwashers. Thermal shock resistance is a key characteristic of vitrified ceramic, making it a practical choice for high-turnover operations where tableware moves frequently between service and warewashing.
- That depends on your service model and how frequently bowls are cycled through the wash. For a straightforward restaurant service, 36 bowls will comfortably support a section of 12 to 18 covers with a standard wash turnaround. Higher-volume operations or those running multiple sittings back-to-back will typically need to build a larger bank — if you are unsure what quantity suits your operation, we are glad to advise.
- The Alvo range is a broader Steelite collection, so coordinating pieces are available. If you are looking to build a matched tableware programme across courses or cover types, it is worth speaking with us to confirm current availability and ensure the pieces you select work together as a set.