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Commercial Food Storage Container | Square Polypropylene Container with Lid | 4 Litre Capacity | Araven FU101
ÂŁ16.53
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ÂŁ19.84/ inc vat
- Airtight Lid
- 8 ColourClips
- Built-in Traceability Label
- Measuring Scale
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Product Overview
Getting your kitchen organised is one of the quickest ways to boost efficiency, and it all starts with the right storage. This Araven 4 litre square food storage container is a brilliant bit of kit for any professional kitchen looking to get serious about food prep and preservation. Made from tough polypropylene, it’s designed to handle the daily hustle and bustle, from the freezer to the prep counter and into the dishwasher, making your life that much easier.
It’s an ideal solution for cafes, delis, restaurants, and caterers who need a reliable system for storing ingredients, prepped sauces, or marinating meats. With clever features like a built-in traceability label and colour-coded clips, it takes the guesswork out of food safety and stock rotation. This isn't just a box; it’s a smart tool that helps you reduce waste, stay organised, and keep your ingredients perfectly fresh.
If you're tired of flimsy containers, lost lids, and messy handwritten labels, this commercial-grade storage bin is the upgrade you need. Its stackable, space-saving design and thoughtful details, like the easy-open lid tab and perforated handles for quick drying, show it was designed by people who truly understand the pressures of a commercial kitchen. It's time to bring some order to the chaos and let your ingredients shine.
Key Features and Benefits
- Airtight Lid: Locks in freshness, keeping your ingredients tasting great for longer.
- 8 ColourClips: Helps you easily segregate food types and prevent cross-contamination.
- Built-in Traceability Label: Makes logging food safety info simple, no more peeling sticky labels.
- Measuring Scale: Allows for quick and accurate portion control and stock management.
- Stackable & Nestable Design: Saves valuable shelf and storage space in a busy kitchen.
- Perforated Handles: Ensures the containers dry quickly after washing, ready for reuse.
- Wide Temperature Range: Safely go from freezer to prep station (-40°C to 95°C).
- Dishwasher Safe Polypropylene: Guarantees a quick, hygienic clean-up at the end of service.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Araven
- SKU: FU101
- Capacity: 4 Litres
- Dimensions: 190(H) x 195(W) x 195(D) mm
- Weight: 0.37kg
- Material: Polypropylene (Container), LDPE (Lid)
- Colour: Clear
- Temperature Range: -40°C to +95°C
- Features: ColourClips, Integrated Traceability Label, Measuring Scale, Stackable
- Dishwasher Safe: Yes
- Freezer Safe: Yes
Expert Review and Insights
The Araven FU101 isn't just another plastic box; it's a properly thought-out piece of kitchen equipment. The design team has clearly spent time in a real working kitchen, focusing on the little details that make a big difference during a hectic service. The traceability panel and colour clips are standout features that streamline HACCP compliance, turning a daily chore into a simple, efficient process.
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- Pros: The integrated label system is brilliant for eliminating label residue and saving time.
- Cons: The polypropylene can be prone to staining with acidic sauces like tomato or curry.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Copper Kettle, a bustling cafe in York, was struggling with managing their fresh ingredients and minimising waste in their small kitchen. They switched from using a jumble of mismatched containers to a standardised system with the Araven 4Ltr containers.
"The traceability labels are fantastic. We can see exactly when something was prepped at a glance, and the colour clips have stopped any mix-ups between veggie and meat prep stations. It's made our kitchen flow so much smoother."
Michael Edwards – Head Chef
Since the switch, The Copper Kettle has reduced their weekly fresh ingredient spoilage by over 20% and sped up their stock-taking process significantly.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Before first use, wash the container, lid, and ColourClips thoroughly with warm, soapy water or run them through a dishwasher cycle.
- Assign each of the 8 ColourClips a food category (e.g., red for raw meat, green for vegetables) to create your cross-contamination system.
- Use a non-toxic, dry-erase marker for the traceability label to ensure it's easy to read and easy to wash off.
- When nesting empty containers, ensure they are completely dry to prevent moisture build-up.
Keeping It Going
- For best results, wash the traceability label clean before the ink fully sets for a long time.
- To avoid staining from strong-coloured foods like curries or bolognese, try to clean the container soon after use.
- Although durable, avoid using sharp metal utensils inside the container to prevent scratching the polypropylene.
- Regularly check that the airtight seal on the lid is clean and free from food debris to maintain freshness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the container completely airtight?
A: Yes, the LDPE lid is designed to create a secure, airtight seal, which is perfect for keeping contents fresh and preventing leaks and spills.
Q: Can I put hot liquids straight into the container?
A: The container is rated up to 95°C, so it can handle hot foods. However, for safety and longevity, it's always best practice to let very hot liquids like soup cool slightly before sealing the lid.
Q: What kind of pen should I use on the traceability label?
A: A non-toxic, dry-erase or washable marker works best. This ensures the writing is clear but washes off easily in the dishwasher without leaving a permanent mark.
Q: Are the containers and lids sold separately?
A: This Araven FU101 model comes complete with its matching airtight lid, so you get the full storage solution in one go.
Q: How do the ColourClips work?
A: The small coloured clips snap onto the side of the container. You can assign a colour to a food type (e.g., blue for fish) to create a simple, visual system to prevent cross-contamination.
Q: Will the plastic absorb smells from strong foods like onions or garlic?
A: Polypropylene is quite resistant to odours, but with very pungent foods, some faint scent can remain. A thorough wash cycle usually removes this effectively.
Q: Are these containers easy to stack when full?
A: Absolutely. They are designed with reinforced corners and a stable base, making them very secure to stack on top of each other, saving valuable fridge or shelf space.
Q: What is the main benefit of polypropylene?
A: It's a fantastic, durable all-rounder. It's more flexible and less brittle than other plastics, making it resistant to impact, and it's safe for a wide range of temperatures.
The Araven Advantage: Smarter Storage for Serious Kitchens
Choosing an Araven product is about more than just buying a container; it's an investment in a smarter, safer, and more efficient kitchen workflow. For decades, Araven has worked directly with chefs and food service professionals to design products that solve real-world problems. This focus on practical innovation is clear in every aspect of the Araven 4 litre square food storage container. The emphasis on food safety compliance, with features that simplify HACCP procedures, gives you peace of mind and makes inspections less stressful. This long-term thinking translates into real business value: less food waste thanks to better preservation, lower replacement costs due to superior durability, and saved labour time from features that streamline prep and cleaning. In a business where every penny and every minute counts, Araven provides the reliable, intelligent tools that form the backbone of a well-run professional kitchen.
Explore more from AravenHow Built-In Traceability Ends Label Hassles
Ever spent ages scrubbing sticky residue off a container, or found a label has fallen off in the freezer, leaving you guessing what's inside? Araven's built-in traceability label solves this for good. It's a permanent, erasable panel on the side of the container designed to be written on with a non-toxic marker. Think of it like a mini whiteboard on every box. You can jot down the contents, prep date, and use-by date directly onto the container. When you're done, it simply washes off in the dishwasher, ready for the next use. This not only saves you the cost and faff of single-use labels but also makes your food safety records (like HACCP) cleaner, clearer, and completely foolproof.
Who Should Buy This?
- Restaurants & Bistros: Perfect for marinating meats or storing prepped vegetables and sauces, keeping your walk-in neat and tidy.
- Busy Cafes & Sandwich Bars: An excellent kitchen prep storage container 4L Araven for holding sandwich fillings, salad components, or soup batches.
- Delicatessens & Farm Shops: Ideal for storing bulk olives, cheeses, or homemade coleslaws, ensuring freshness and easy serving.
- Event Caterers: This lightweight, stackable, and durable commercial food storage bin 4 litre is easy to transport and organise on-site.
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