Thermal Catering Food Container Metlex MX-7408, 13 L capacity, gastronorm-style food carrier

The Metlex MX-7408 is a 13 L thermal catering food container designed for professional food handling and transport. Its gastronorm-style format accepts portioned trays and compatible inserts, providing stable insulation to keep prepared dishes hot or cold during short- to medium-duration delivery, service or holding. The carrier is suitable for use in catering operations, restaurant kitchens, buffet lines and food delivery where temperature control and hygienic storage are required.

Advantages

The container combines thermal insulation with a gastronorm-compatible layout, enabling organized storage of trays and inserts while reducing temperature loss. Its 13 L capacity balances compact footprint with sufficient volume for multiple portions or a single larger tray. The construction is intended for frequent professional use and supports hygienic handling and easy cleaning of food contact surfaces.

Suitable for

• Transporting hot meals to events or delivery destinations
• Holding cold dishes for buffet service or display
• Organizing portioned meals and gastronorm inserts in catering operations
• Temporary storage in kitchens, mobile catering units or service stations

Key specifications

• Capacity: 13 liters
• Format: gastronorm-style food carrier compatible with standard trays and inserts
• Function: thermal insulation for hot or cold prepared food
• Intended use: professional catering, food delivery, buffet and restaurant service
• Design: compact footprint for easy storage and transport

How to use

Place cleaned and properly portioned food trays or gastronorm inserts into the carrier so they sit evenly and do not obstruct the lid closure. Ensure hot food is heated to the appropriate serving temperature before loading and chilled items are pre-cooled. Close the lid securely to maintain the internal temperature during transport or holding. After each use, empty the container and clean all food contact surfaces according to your establishment’s hygiene procedures.

Usage recommendations

For best thermal performance, preheat the carrier with warm water or pre-cool it in a refrigerated environment before loading, depending on whether you transport hot or cold food. Avoid overfilling to allow air circulation and use compatible gastronorm inserts or trays to maximize temperature retention and safe handling.