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Commercial Food Storage Container | Square Polypropylene Container with Lid | 18L Capacity | Araven FU105
£45.68
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£54.82/ inc vat
- Airtight Lid
- 12 ColorClips
- Built-in Traceability Label
- Integrated Measuring Scale
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Product Overview
On the hunt for a smarter way to manage your kitchen's stock? This Araven 18 litre polypropylene container with lid is a brilliant piece of kit, crafted specifically for the fast-paced world of professional catering. It’s a robust and reliable solution for keeping your ingredients perfectly organised and fresh, day in, day out.
It's ideal for any commercial kitchen, from bustling city restaurants and country pubs to local delis and school canteens. If you need a dependable, food-safe storage system that helps you cut down on waste, speed up prep, and maintain the highest hygiene standards, then this is for you. The crystal-clear polypropylene makes identifying contents at a glance an absolute doddle.
Boasting clever features like colour-coded clips to prevent cross-contamination and an integrated traceability label for effortless compliance, it’s far more than just a box. This is a genuine upgrade for your kitchen's food safety and efficiency, designed to make daily operations that much smoother and more professional.
Key Features and Benefits
- Airtight Lid: Locks in freshness to keep your ingredients in prime condition for longer.
- 12 ColorClips: Makes it incredibly easy to prevent cross-contamination between different food types.
- Built-in Traceability Label: Helps you comply with food safety regulations without fiddly stickers.
- Integrated Measuring Scale: Allows for quick and accurate portion control and stock-taking.
- Stackable & Nestable Design: Saves you a huge amount of precious shelf and storage space.
- Wide Temperature Range: Safely goes from the deep freezer (-40°C) to holding warmer items (95°C).
- Perforated Handles: Allows for faster air drying after washing, improving overall hygiene.
- Dishwasher Safe Polypropylene: Guarantees a quick, easy, and thorough clean-up at the end of a long shift.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Araven
- SKU: FU105
- Capacity: 18 Litres
- Dimensions: 320(H) x 290(W) x 290(D) mm
- Weight: 0.9kg
- Material: Polypropylene (Container), LDPE (Lid)
- Colour: Clear / Transparent
- Temperature Range: -40°C to 95°C
- Key Features: Airtight Lid, 12 ColorClips, Traceability Label, Dishwasher & Freezer Safe
Expert Review and Insights
Araven has really thought about the little details that make a huge difference in a working kitchen. This isn't just another plastic box; it's a proper storage system. The integrated traceability label is fantastic for HACCP compliance, and the colour clips are a simple but genius touch for food safety. It feels sturdy and built to handle the daily knocks and washes of a commercial environment.
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- Pro: The integrated traceability label is a massive time-saver for food safety records.
- Con: At 18 litres, it can be a little bulky for smaller prep counters.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Harbour Bakery in Whitby, North Yorkshire, needed to overhaul its ingredient storage to improve workflow and ensure it met the highest food hygiene standards during the busy tourist season.
"We switched all our old round tubs for these Araven square containers, and the difference is incredible. The space we've saved is one thing, but the traceability labels and colour clips have made our EHO checks a breeze. They're tough, they seal properly, and they just work."
Robert Davies – Owner & Head Baker
By improving organisation and access, the bakery reduced its daily ingredient prep time by over 15%.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Before first use, give the container and lid a thorough wash with warm, soapy water or run them through your dishwasher.
- Snap the coloured clips of your choice into the designated slots on the lid and container to begin your colour-coding system.
- Use a non-permanent, food-safe marker on the traceability label for easy writing and erasing.
- Ensure the lid is pressed down firmly on all sides to create an airtight seal.
Keeping It Going
- The container is fully dishwasher safe, making daily hygienic cleaning effortless.
- To avoid potential staining, it's good practice to rinse the container soon after storing high-pigment foods like tomato sauces or curries.
- Wipe the traceability label clean with a damp cloth before writing new information for the next batch of ingredients.
- Nest the containers when empty and stack them with their lids on to maximise your precious storage space.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Araven FU105 container BPA-free?
A: Yes, all Araven polypropylene containers are manufactured to be BPA-free and fully compliant with food safety standards.
Q: Can I use a permanent marker on the traceability label?
A: We wouldn't recommend it. A non-permanent or dry-erase marker is best, as it can be easily wiped clean for reuse, which is the whole point of the feature!
Q: How many colour clips are included?
A: Each Araven food storage container 18L comes with a set of 12 ColorClips in various colours, allowing you to implement a full HACCP-compliant system straight away.
Q: Is the lid also dishwasher safe?
A: Absolutely. Both the polypropylene container and the flexible LDPE lid are designed to be safely and hygienically cleaned in a commercial dishwasher.
Q: What does 'nestable' actually mean?
A: It means that when the containers are empty and without their lids, they can be placed neatly inside one another, saving a significant amount of storage space.
Q: How durable are the integrated handles?
A: The side handles are moulded as part of the container, making them very robust and perfectly capable of supporting the weight of 18 litres of contents.
Q: Does the clear polypropylene stain easily?
A: Polypropylene is generally very resistant to staining. However, for potent foods like beetroot or turmeric-based sauces, it's always best to rinse the container as soon as it's empty.
Q: Is this container suitable for freezing liquids?
A: Yes, it's freezer-safe down to -40°C. Just remember to leave a little headspace at the top, as liquids expand when they freeze.
The Araven Advantage: Smarter Storage by Design
Choosing Araven is about investing in more than just a commercial polypropylene storage box with lid; it's about adopting a smarter, safer system for your entire kitchen workflow. For years, Araven has specialised in creating solutions that directly address the real-world challenges of professional food service. This Araven 18 litre polypropylene container with lid isn’t just a box—it’s a purpose-built tool for operational excellence. The integrated features, from the permanent traceability label to the simple colour-coding system, are designed to reduce human error, minimise food waste, and make compliance with strict UK food safety standards almost effortless. This focus on practical innovation means less time spent on labelling and organising, and more time creating fantastic food. It’s the kind of long-term reliability and peace of mind that really pays dividends, shift after shift.
Explore more from AravenWhy the Built-in Traceability Label is a Must-Have
Ever spent ages fiddling with sticky labels that wash off in the pot wash or leave a gunky residue? Araven’s built-in traceability label solves that universal kitchen headache. It’s a permanent, textured panel on the side of the container designed specifically for use with a non-permanent marker. Think of it like a mini reusable whiteboard for your food. You can clearly note the contents, use-by date, and allergen info, then simply wipe it clean after washing. This ensures you always have clear, legible information for HACCP compliance, making food safety audits less stressful and your kitchen more professional.
Who Should Buy This?
- Restaurants & Pubs: Perfect for marinating large batches or storing prepped vegetables, keeping ingredients organised during a busy service.
- Delis & Sandwich Bars: Ideal for holding bulk ingredients like salads, cooked meats, or sauces while maintaining ultimate freshness.
- School & Care Home Kitchens: The colour-coding system is brilliant for safely managing allergens and special dietary requirements with total confidence.
- Mobile Caterers & Event Companies: A durable and stackable solution for transporting ingredients securely and efficiently between venues.
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