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Food Storage Box | Container with Lid | 20 Litre Capacity | J243

SKU: J243
£33.09 / exc vat
£39.71/ inc vat
  • Airtight Lid
  • Colour-Coded Clips
  • Heavy-Duty Polypropylene
  • Secure Stacking Design

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Product Overview

Here’s a real workhorse for any professional kitchen. This 30-litre food storage box from Araven is designed to make your life easier, keeping ingredients fresh, organised, and  ready to go. Built from tough, food-safe polypropylene, it’s the sort of bit of kit that you’ll wonder how you ever managed without, perfect for everything from prepping veg to storing dry goods.

It’s an absolute must for bustling restaurants, cafes, and  catering businesses that need a reliable system for stock rotation and  storage. The clever design includes an airtight lid and  a set of colour-coded clips, helping you keep on top of food safety and  reduce waste. It’s also stackable when full and  nestable when empty, making it a brilliant space-saver in tight storage areas.

Forget flimsy containers that crack under pressure. This heavy-duty food storage box is freezer-safe, dishwasher-safe, and  built to withstand the daily knocks of a commercial environment. It’s a simple, effective solution to bring order to the chaos of your walk-in fridge, pantry, or prep station.

Key Features and  Benefits

  • Airtight Lid: Keeps your ingredients fresher for much longer, reducing waste.
  • Colour-Coded Clips: Makes stock rotation and  allergen control incredibly simple to manage.
  • Heavy-Duty Polypropylene: A tough, long-lasting build that won't let you down.
  • Secure Stacking Design: Maximises your vertical storage space safely and  without wobbles.
  • Nestable When Empty: Saves a huge amount of precious cupboard or shelf space.
  • Freezer Safe: Perfect for batch cooking and  storing frozen ingredients with confidence.
  • Dishwasher Safe: Cleaning up is quick and  easy, saving staff time.
  • BPA-Free Material: Guarantees food is stored safely without harmful chemical contact.

Technical Specifications

  • Brand: Araven
  • SKU: J243
  • Capacity: 30 Litres
  • Dimensions: 159(H) x 530(W) x 396(D) mm
  • Weight: 1.63kg
  • Material: Polypropylene
  • Colour Clips: 2x Red, 2x Yellow, 2x Blue, 2x Green

Expert Review and  Insights

The Araven container is one of those brilliantly simple pieces of kit that just works. It’s not flashy, but its robust build and  practical features, like the colour-coded clips for HACCP, are exactly what a busy kitchen needs. It’s a solid, dependable choice that focuses on function over fuss, helping streamline your whole storage system.

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  • Pros: The stackable design is rock-solid, much safer than many other boxes we’ve tested.
  • Cons: The small coloured clips are brilliant but could easily go missing during busy service.

Case Study: Real Business, Real Results

The Clifftop Café in Newquay was struggling with fridge space and  inconsistent stock rotation, leading to unnecessary food spoilage. They invested in a dozen Araven 30Ltr boxes to systemise their prep and  storage.

"The clips are brilliant. We use a simple day-of-the-week colour system now, so every member of staff knows exactly what to use first. Our fridge has never looked so tidy, and  our stocktakes are quicker."

Tom Williams – Head Chef

After implementing the new storage system, the café reduced its fresh ingredient wastage by over 10% within the first two months.

Installation and  Maintenance Guide

Setting It Up

  • Wash the container and  lid thoroughly with warm, soapy water before its first use.
  • Decide on your colour-coding system – will it be for food types or days of the week?
  • Brief your team on the new system to ensure everyone is on the same page.
  • Use a food-safe marker on the side to label contents and  dates for extra clarity.

Keeping It Going

  • Clean after every use. It's fully dishwasher safe for convenience.
  • Regularly check the lid's seal to ensure it remains airtight.
  • Store the small clips in a safe place so they don't get lost during cleaning.
  • Avoid using abrasive scourers which can scratch the surface and  harbour bacteria.

Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Food Storage

Not sure which container is right for your kitchen? Here are a few things to consider to make the perfect choice.

Material Matters

Polypropylene is a great all-rounder – it's durable, lightweight, and  resistant to chemicals and  high temperatures. It’s a safe and  reliable choice for commercial use.

Lid Security

Look for airtight lids. They are essential for preserving freshness, preventing spills during transport, and  stopping odours from cross-contaminating other foods in your fridge.

Stacking & Nesting

In a kitchen where space is gold, choose containers that stack securely when full and  nest neatly when empty. This feature is a game-changer for organisation.

Size and  Shape

Think about what you'll store most. Rectangular containers like this one are very space-efficient on shelves. Check the dimensions to ensure they fit your fridges and  storage units.

Food Safety Certifications

Always opt for containers that are explicitly listed as 'food safe' and  'BPA-free'. This ensures you're meeting legal standards and  keeping your customers safe.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the lid properly airtight?

A: Yes, the lid is designed to create an airtight seal, which is fantastic for keeping food fresh and  preventing any unwanted spills.

Q: Can I use this container in a walk-in freezer?

A: Absolutely. It's made from freezer-safe polypropylene, making it ideal for storing ingredients at low temperatures.

Q: Is it safe to put in a commercial dishwasher?

A: Yes, it is fully dishwasher safe, which makes for a quick and  hygienic clean-up at the end of a busy day.

Q: What are the coloured clips for?

A: They are a simple but effective tool for food safety and  stock rotation. You can assign colours to different food types or days of the week to comply with HACCP principles.

Q: What is the actual capacity? The name says 20L but the specs say 30L.

A: Apologies for any confusion in the product title. The correct capacity of this container, model J243, is 30 litres.

Q: Can the boxes be stacked on top of each other when they are full?

A: Yes, they are designed with a reinforced rim and  lid to allow for secure and  stable stacking, helping you maximise your storage space.

Q: Do they fit inside each other for storage?

A: They do. When empty, the containers nest inside one another to save a significant amount of space on your shelves or in cupboards.

Q: Is the plastic BPA-free?

A: Yes, the polypropylene used is 100% BPA-free and  certified as food-safe for complete peace of mind.

What Customers Are Saying

"Solid boxes. They stack really well, even when full to the brim. The lids click on tight and  have made a massive difference to our pantry organisation."

Sarah Jenkins – The Swan Inn, York

"Really great quality for the price. We use them for everything. My only tiny niggle is I wish they came with more clips!"

Mike Davies – Davies Catering, Cardiff

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The Araven Advantage: Smarter, Safer Food Storage for Professionals

Choosing Araven isn't just about buying a plastic box; it's an investment in a smarter, more efficient kitchen workflow. For years, Araven has been a trusted name in professional kitchens across Europe, known for designing products that solve real-world problems. This food storage box embodies that philosophy. Its heavy-duty construction means it withstands the daily grind, reducing the long-term cost and  hassle of replacing cheaper, brittle containers. More importantly, features like the integrated colour-coding and  airtight seals are designed to help you effortlessly meet stringent food safety standards like HACCP. This reduces the risk of cross-contamination and  spoilage, protecting both your customers and  your profits. It's a practical, reliable tool that delivers value far beyond its price tag by improving safety, cutting waste, and  bringing lasting order to your back-of-house operations.

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How Colour-Coding Prevents Costly Mistakes

Ever had a new starter use the wrong day's stock? The colour-coded clips provided with this food storage box are designed to stop that. Think of it as a simple traffic light system for your ingredients. You can assign a colour to a food type (like red for raw meat, green for veg) to prevent cross-contamination, or assign colours to days of the week to perfect your First-In, First-Out (FIFO) system. It’s a brilliantly simple, visual cue that cuts through the noise of a busy kitchen, helping everyone from the head chef to the kitchen porter grab the right thing, first time, every time. This small feature has a huge impact on food safety and  reducing waste.

Who Should Buy This?

  • Restaurants & Pubs: Ideal for marinating meats or storing prepped vegetables, keeping your walk-in organised and  efficient.
  • Cafes & Delis: Perfect for bulk storing sandwich fillings, salads, or dry goods like flour and  sugar safely.
  • Mobile Caterers: The airtight, stackable design makes it a reliable choice for transporting ingredients securely to events.
  • Bakeries & Patisseries: Great for proofing dough or keeping large quantities of finished goods fresh and  protected.
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