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The GZFH612 is a 16.7-litre polypropylene dough container used for proofing and storing pizza dough in pizzerias and commercial bakeries. Dimensions of 570×385×108mm allow storage of up to 4 kg of dough per container. Operators use these containers in walk-in coolers and proofing cabinets between mixing and shaping stages.
Commercial Application
Dough goes into the container after mixing and portioning. The container moves from ambient temperature to refrigerated storage at 2-4°C for cold fermentation cycles of 24 to 72 hours. Kitchen staff stack containers to manage daily production batches without cross-contamination.
Before service, containers move to ambient proofing areas for final rise at 18-22°C. Staff remove dough portions as orders arrive. The red colour allows quick visual identification in multi-product storage systems. Empty containers return to washing stations for sanitisation between batches.
Key Operational Advantages
- Holds 16.7 litres with 570×385×108mm footprint for standard rack systems
- Polypropylene withstands temperature range from -20°C to +100°C during washing cycles
- Weighs 1.16 kg when empty for single-hand transport during high-volume shifts
- Stackable design reduces storage footprint by 60% compared to non-nesting containers
- Red pigment embedded in material prevents colour fade after 500+ commercial wash cycles
- Compatible with separately-sold lid GZFH616 for transport and cold storage
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | GZFH612 |
| Certification | Meets commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards applicable to CE (UK & EU), NSF (USA) and CSA (Canada) requirements. |
| Weight | 1.16 kg (2.6 lbs) |
Construction & Build Quality
Manufactured from food-grade polypropylene compound meeting EU 10/2011 and UK plastic food contact regulations. Material density of 0.9 g/cm³ provides structural rigidity during stacking loads up to 40 kg. Corner radius design prevents stress fractures during repeated thermal cycling.
- Single-piece injection moulding eliminates joints where bacteria accumulate
- Smooth interior surface allows complete dough release without oil coating
- 4mm wall thickness maintains shape when stacked six units high
- Rim reinforcement supports airtight seal when used with matching lid
Suitable Operations
- Pizzerias
- Italian restaurants
- Hotel restaurants
- Artisan pizza operations
- Catering businesses
Procurement & Support
TurcoBazaar supplies Zodex commercial food storage equipment to pizzerias and bakeries across the UK, Europe, USA, Canada, Middle East and Africa. Freight arrangements available for volume orders of 20+ units to single-site operations or multi-location restaurant groups. Standard delivery includes commercial invoice and compliance documentation for import customs clearance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What temperature range does polypropylene withstand in commercial use?
A: The material remains structurally stable from -20°C in blast freezers to +100°C in commercial dishwashers. Repeated thermal cycling between refrigeration and ambient proofing does not degrade material properties. Avoid direct contact with oven surfaces above 120°C.
Q: How many dough portions fit in one 16.7L container?
A: Capacity accommodates 4 to 5 kg of pizza dough depending on hydration level and fermentation expansion. Standard 250g pizza dough balls allow 16 to 20 portions per container. High-hydration doughs at 75% require more headspace during proofing.
Q: Can containers stack during cold fermentation without crushing dough?
A: Rim design transfers stacking weight to container edges rather than dough surface. Operators stack up to six units high in walk-in coolers without affecting fermentation. Bottom container supports approximately 40 kg load when fully stacked.
Q: Does the container require a lid for refrigerated storage?
A: Lid GZFH616 sold separately prevents moisture loss during cold fermentation cycles longer than 24 hours. Open storage acceptable for same-day production schedules under 12 hours. Lids necessary when transporting containers between kitchen zones to prevent contamination.
Q: How does red colour benefit multi-product pizza operations?
A: Visual coding allows staff to distinguish pizza dough from bread dough or pastry stored in similar containers. Colour remains visible under kitchen lighting and does not fade after repeated commercial washing. Some operators assign colours to different dough formulations or production days.