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- Model: 821L
The 821L is a stainless steel lid fitted to GN 2/1 size gastronorm containers (530mm × 650mm). It seals prepared ingredients during refrigerated storage and transport between prep stations. Commercial kitchens use it to maintain HACCP compliance across multi-stage food production.
Commercial Application
Food prep teams cover portioned ingredients, marinated proteins, and bulk salad components before service. The lid prevents cross-contamination during walk-in storage and reduces moisture loss in chilled holding.
During service prep, covered GN containers stack in reach-in refrigeration units or roll through to service lines. The 2/1 format holds double the volume of standard GN 1/1 pans, reducing container changeovers during high-volume production.
Key Operational Advantages
- Fits GN 2/1 containers at 530mm × 650mm standard dimensions
- Stainless steel construction withstands commercial dishwasher cycles at 82°C rinse temperature
- Flat profile allows vertical stacking in walk-in coolers and prep refrigeration
- Non-porous surface meets CE, NSF, and CSA food contact regulations
- Compatible with standard gastronorm racking systems in UK and EU commercial kitchens
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | 821L |
| Certification | Meets commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards applicable to CE (UK & EU), NSF (USA) and CSA (Canada) requirements. |
Construction & Build Quality
Constructed from food-grade stainless steel with stamped edges for dimensional stability. The material resists corrosion from acidic marinades and alkaline cleaning agents used in commercial warewashing.
- Stainless steel gauge suitable for repeated thermal cycling between -5°C and 90°C
- Stamped perimeter edge prevents warping under stacked load
- Smooth interior finish facilitates manual cleaning and machine wash drainage
Suitable Operations
- Commercial kitchens
- Hotel prep areas
- Restaurant kitchens
- Catering production facilities
- Food processing operations
Procurement & Support
TurcoBazaar supplies this lid from UK inventory to professional kitchens across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Africa. Orders ship with commercial invoicing for capital equipment procurement and VAT-registered businesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What stainless steel grade is the 821L lid manufactured from?
A: The lid uses food-grade stainless steel meeting EN 1.4301 (304) or EN 1.4016 (430) standards for commercial kitchen use. Both grades comply with CE food contact regulations and withstand commercial warewashing at 82°C.
Q: What load capacity does the lid support when containers are stacked?
A: The stamped edge design supports stacked loads typical of filled GN 2/1 containers at 15-20 kg per unit. Maximum safe stacking height depends on container fill weight and shelving load rating in refrigeration units.
Q: Does the lid fit other manufacturers' GN 2/1 containers?
A: Yes. The 530mm × 650mm dimensions conform to EN 631-1 gastronorm standards used across European and international commercial kitchen equipment. Minor tolerance variations may occur between manufacturers.
Q: Can this lid go directly from refrigeration into holding ovens?
A: The stainless steel construction tolerates temperatures up to 90°C for short-term hot holding. It is not designed for oven baking or prolonged high-temperature exposure above 100°C.
Q: Are custom sizes available for non-standard container dimensions?
A: Standard gastronorm sizes ship from inventory. Custom fabrication requires minimum order quantities and extended lead times. Contact our procurement team with dimensional specifications for non-standard requirements.