Vogue ABS Gastronorm Tray Black GN 1/1 200mm Deep

This is a full-size GN 1/1 gastronorm tray in black ABS plastic, 200mm deep. It fits standard gastronorm refrigeration, storage racks, and bain-marie frames, and is intended for cold food storage, food prep organisation, and cold buffet display rather than cooking or oven use.

In a working kitchen, ABS plastic gastronorm trays like this earn their place through sheer practicality. The black finish makes them a reasonable choice for front-of-house cold display — salads, desserts, antipasti — where stainless steel can look utilitarian. They stack cleanly, and at this depth they hold a useful volume of product without being unwieldy to carry or store.

The practical advantages of this tray in daily service include:

• Lightweight construction reduces fatigue during busy service periods
• Stackable design helps manage storage space in fridges and prep areas
• Dishwasher and utensil-washer safe for straightforward end-of-service cleaning
• Compatible with standard blast chillers and freezer storage
• Reinforced lips add rigidity and reduce flex when fully loaded

There are a few practical points worth bearing in mind. ABS plastic is not suitable for oven or cooking use, and the tray should not be exposed to prolonged dry heat. It is rated for food storage up to 70°C, which makes it usable in some hot-holding contexts, but it is not a replacement for stainless steel where heat resistance is a priority. For operations that put gastronorm containers through heavy daily cycling — constant loading, stacking under weight, and high-temperature dishwashing — stainless steel may offer a longer service life overall.

This tray is well suited to catering operations, buffet services, deli counters, and prep kitchens where lightweight, stackable storage is more useful than the durability of metal. It works well as part of a larger set of gastronorm containers across different depths and sizes. For higher-volume operations needing more robust or thermally demanding containers, alternative materials are worth considering.

If you are building out a gastronorm storage or display system and want guidance on which sizes and materials make sense for your operation, the team is happy to help you work through the options.