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Polycarbonate Bowls | Red Serving Bowls | 102mm Diameter | Kristallon CE277
£16.77
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£20.12/ inc vat
- Virtually Unbreakable Polycarbonate
- Dishwasher Safe
- Wide Temperature Range (-40°C to +100°C)
- Vibrant Red Colour
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Product Overview
Stepping up your serving game? Meet the Kristallon CE277, a set of vibrant red bowls designed to withstand the hustle and bustle of any professional catering environment. These aren't your average bowls; they're crafted from exceptionally tough polycarbonate, making them a smart, stylish, and incredibly practical choice for busy services where durability is paramount.
Perfectly suited for everything from school canteens and lively cafes to bustling hotel buffets and outdoor events, this polycarbonate red serving bowl 102mm set is the workhorse you need. Use them for side salads, colourful desserts, condiments, or kids' portions. Their bright red finish adds a splash of colour to any food display, while the near-unbreakable construction gives you complete peace of mind.
With a generous temperature range and dishwasher-safe design, they're built for convenience from start to finish. Stop wasting money on replacing chipped and shattered crockery. Invest in a solution that looks great, saves you money, and lets you focus on serving fantastic food, not worrying about breakages.
Key Features and Benefits
- Virtually Unbreakable Polycarbonate: Saves you a fortune on replacement crockery costs.
- Dishwasher Safe: Makes for a super quick and hygienic clean-up after service.
- Wide Temperature Range (-40°C to +100°C): Safely serve everything from frozen desserts to hot sides.
- Vibrant Red Colour: Adds a pop of colour to your buffet or table setting.
- Lightweight Design: Easy for staff and customers to handle, reducing fatigue.
- Compact 102mm Size: Ideal for portion control, side dishes, and condiments.
- Shatterproof for Safety: Eliminates the risk of dangerous shards in food prep areas.
- Supplied in a Box of 12: Great value and perfect for instantly stocking up your kitchen.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Olympia
- SKU: CE277
- Box Quantity: 12
- Material: Polycarbonate
- Colour: Red
- Capacity: 218ml
- Diameter: 102mm / 4"
- Dimensions: 41(H) x 102(Ø)mm
- Temperature Range: -40°C to +100°C
- Weight (Box): 0.43kg
- Features: Dishwasher Safe, Shatterproof
Expert Review and Insights
The Kristallon polycarbonate bowl is a prime example of practical design winning the day. In high-turnover spots like buffets or school dining halls, the cost and danger of broken ceramics is a real headache. These bowls eliminate that problem entirely. They're bright, light, and tough as nails—a straightforward, smart investment for any volume catering operation.
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- Pro: Their durability is first-class; they resist drops and knocks without a fuss.
- Con: Can show fine scratches over time with repeated metal cutlery use.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
A bustling family holiday park in Newquay, Cornwall, was struggling with constant breakages in its main canteen, especially during the busy summer season. They needed a durable and safe alternative to their ceramic bowls for serving side salads and desserts.
"We were replacing chipped and broken bowls almost daily, which was not only costly but a safety concern. Since switching to these Kristallon polycarbonate bowls, we haven't had a single breakage. The bright red colour is also a big hit with the kids!"
Michael Davies – Catering Manager, Trewan Sands Holiday Park
The switch completely eliminated their budget for replacement bowls, resulting in a 100% reduction in crockery breakage costs within the first quarter.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Upon arrival, give the bowls a quick inspection to ensure they're perfect.
- Wash thoroughly with warm, soapy water before their first use.
- That's it! They're ready to be stacked and put into service.
Keeping It Going
- These bowls are fully commercial dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.
- To avoid surface scratches, steer clear of abrasive scourers or harsh metal scrapers.
- While tough, try to avoid cutting food directly in the bowl with sharp knives.
- They stack neatly, helping you save valuable shelf space in your kitchen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are these bowls really unbreakable?
A: They are made from exceptionally strong, shatter-resistant polycarbonate. While it's possible to break anything with extreme force, they will not shatter like glass or ceramic from everyday drops and knocks, making them incredibly safe and durable for commercial use.
Q: Can I use these bowls in the microwave?
A: It is generally not recommended to use polycarbonate tableware in the microwave.
Q: Are they suitable for serving hot soup?
A: Absolutely. These bowls are rated for use with contents up to 100°C, making them perfectly safe for serving hot soups, sauces, and sides.
Q: How do I prevent them from getting scratched?
A: To keep them looking their best, avoid using abrasive scouring pads, steel wool, or sharp metal utensils for scraping. A standard wash in the dishwasher or with a soft cloth is ideal.
Q: Do they stain easily from foods like curry or tomato sauce?
A: Polycarbonate has good resistance to staining, but it's always best practice to rinse or wash bowls promptly after use with highly pigmented foods to maintain their vibrant colour.
Q: How much liquid can one bowl hold?
A: Each bowl has a capacity of 218ml, which is ideal for side dishes, desserts, or controlled portions of sauces and dips.
Q: Are the bowls stackable?
A: Yes, they are designed to stack neatly for convenient, space-saving storage in your kitchen.
Q: Is the red colour consistent across the whole set?
A: Yes, as they are from the same manufacturing batch, you can expect a consistent and vibrant red finish on all 12 bowls in the pack.
The Olympia Promise: Everyday Reliability, Built In
With Olympia, the value goes far beyond the initial purchase. This isn't about flashy gimmicks; it's about providing the catering industry with dependable, no-nonsense equipment that simply works. The Kristallon range embodies this philosophy. Investing in these polycarbonate bowls means you're investing in smoother operations. It's less time spent cleaning up dangerous broken shards, less money disappearing from your budget on constant replacements, and more time focusing on what truly matters: your customers and your food. This is the kind of long-term value that smart businesses are built on—a reliable, cost-effective foundation that removes a common operational headache and contributes to a safer, more efficient kitchen environment day in, day out.
Explore more from OlympiaMore Than Just Plastic: Why Polycarbonate is a Kitchen Hero
You see 'polycarbonate' and might just think 'plastic', but it's a world apart from a standard disposable cup. Think of it as the superhero of the plastics world. It's the same type of material used to make bulletproof glass and crash helmets—engineered specifically for incredible impact resistance. That's why we can confidently say this commercial polycarbonate serving bowl is 'virtually unbreakable'. Unlike standard plastics that can crack or ceramics that shatter, polycarbonate is designed to flex and absorb impact. For your kitchen, that means a bowl that can be dropped, knocked, or banged about during a frantic service and live to tell the tale, saving you money and keeping your team safe.
Who Should Buy This?
- Schools & Nurseries: A safe, colourful, and virtually indestructible choice for serving meals and snacks to children.
- Buffet Restaurants & Hotels: Perfect for vibrant salad bars, fruit displays, or self-service condiment stations that see heavy use.
- Outdoor Caterers & Food Stalls: Incredibly lightweight and durable, making them ideal for festivals, events, and mobile catering setups.
- Hospitals & Care Homes: Provides a safe dining solution, removing the hazard of broken crockery for vulnerable patients and residents.
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