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Commercial Hot Food Transport Cart | Ultra Camcart | Insulated Container | Cambro CG142
£1,848.69
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£2,218.43/ inc vat
- Thick Foam Insulation
- Double Compartments
- Durable Polyethylene Body
- Nylon Door Latches
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Product Overview
Thinking about how to get your perfectly cooked food from A to B without losing heat or quality? This is your answer. The Cambro CG142 hot food transport cart is a true workhorse, designed for caterers who can't afford to compromise. It’s essentially a vault for your food, keeping hot meals at the perfect serving temperature for hours on end, all without a single plug socket in sight. It's built tough, it's easy to move, and it does its one job exceptionally well.
This brilliant bit of kit is aimed squarely at professional food service operations. Think event caterers serving a wedding in a marquee, large hotels running banquet services, or school kitchens delivering meals across a campus. If you're moving large quantities of food and need it to arrive in pristine, piping-hot condition, the Ultra Camcart insulated container is your best friend. Its massive twin-compartment capacity can handle a serious amount of Gastronorm pans, making it ideal for entire buffets or multi-course meals.
With its seamless, one-piece construction, it's incredibly durable and a doddle to clean. Factor in the heavy-duty castors and secure latches, and you have a complete system for safe, efficient food transport. Stop worrying about food safety during transit and start delivering every meal with total confidence. This isn't just a trolley; it's peace of mind on wheels.
Key Features and Benefits
- Thick Foam Insulation: Keeps your food safely hot for over four hours.
- Double Compartments: Lets you transport large, varied menus all in one go.
- Durable Polyethylene Body: Resists dents, rust, and cracks for years of reliable service.
- Nylon Door Latches: Secures doors tightly, preventing spills and heat loss during transit.
- Airtight Removable Gasket: Locks in heat and moisture, keeping food perfectly fresh.
- Full 270° Swing Doors: Makes loading and unloading full pans quick and hassle-free.
- Heavy-Duty Castors: Allows you to move a fully loaded cart effortlessly.
- Moulded-In Handles: Provides a sturdy, comfortable grip for safe, easy manoeuvring.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Cambro
- SKU: CG142
- Model: UPC1600
- Colour: Blue
- Capacity (Total Approx.): 228 Litres
- External Dimensions: 1350(H) x 715(W) x 820(D) mm
- Internal Compartment Dimensions (x2): 535(H) x 535(W) x 665(D) mm
- Weight: 62 kg
- Material: Polypropylene with thick Polyethylene foam insulation
- GN Capacity (per compartment): Up to 12 x 1/1 GN (65mm deep) or 8 x 1/1 GN (100mm deep)
- Castors: 152mm - 2 fixed, 2 swivel (1 with brake)
Expert Review and Insights
When it comes to bulk food transport, you can't afford to take chances. The Cambro Ultra Camcart is legendary for a reason. Its construction is practically bomb-proof, and the insulation is second-to-none. It's a hefty investment, but it pays for itself in reliability, ensuring your food arrives just as perfect as when it left the kitchen.
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- Rock-Solid Build: The one-piece seamless design easily handles daily knocks and abuse.
- Hefty Footprint: Its impressive capacity means it needs a decent amount of storage space.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
A large events venue in Cardiff was struggling with temperature consistency when moving meals from their main kitchen to a newly opened rooftop terrace. They needed a robust, non-electric solution that could navigate service lifts and corridors with ease.
"The Cambro carts are brilliant. We can load them up hours in advance and know with absolute certainty the food will be perfectly hot for service. They’ve completely streamlined our banquet operations and taken the stress out of remote service."
Robert Evans – Head of Operations
The new system reduced food holding issues to zero and cut down event setup time by an average of 20 minutes per function.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Before first use, wash the interior and gaskets with warm, soapy water and rinse well.
- Check that all castors are securely fastened and that the brake engages and disengages smoothly.
- To maximise heat retention, you can 'pre-heat' the interior by placing a pan of hot water inside for a few minutes before loading food.
- When loading, try to distribute the weight of heavy pans evenly between the compartments for better stability.
Keeping It Going
- Clean the interior thoroughly after every use to maintain top hygiene standards.
- The airtight door gasket is removable, allowing you to clean the channel underneath.
- Never use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or harsh chemicals that can damage the polyethylene surface.
- When storing the unit, prop the doors slightly ajar to allow air to circulate and prevent any stale odours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this unit electrically heated?
A: No, this is an insulated, non-electric container. It's designed to passively hold the temperature of pre-heated food using its thick foam insulation.
Q: How long will it keep food hot for?
A: When loaded correctly with food at a safe, hot temperature, it can maintain that heat for over 4 hours, well within food safety guidelines.
Q: What are the wheels like?
A: It has four heavy-duty 152mm (6-inch) castors. Two are fixed for stability when pushing in a straight line, and two swivel for easy turning. One of the swivel castors has a brake.
Q: Can I use it for cold food transport as well?
A: Absolutely. The same high-performance insulation that keeps things hot also keeps things cold. Just pre-chill the interior before loading with chilled food.
Q: Is the inside easy to clean?
A: Yes, the seamless polyethylene interior has rounded corners and is very easy to wipe down. The door gaskets are also removable for deep cleaning.
Q: What does 'GN compatible' mean?
A: It means the moulded-in interior rails are spaced perfectly to hold standard Gastronorm (GN) food pans, which are the standard size used across the catering industry.
Q: How difficult is it to move when full?
A: The unit itself weighs 62kg. While it will be heavy when fully loaded, the large, smooth-rolling castors are designed to make it surprisingly easy to push and manoeuvre.
Q: Do the doors come off for cleaning?
A: The doors swing open a full 270 degrees to sit flush against the side, but they are not designed to be removed during daily use or cleaning.
The Cambro Promise: More Than Just a Box on Wheels
Investing in a Cambro isn't just about buying an insulated container; it's about buying confidence. For decades, Cambro has been the undisputed leader in food transport, a reputation earned in the world's busiest kitchens, stadiums, and event venues. The Cambro CG142 hot food transport cart embodies this legacy. Its one-piece, seamless construction isn't just for show—it translates to incredible durability, fewer replacement parts, and a longer operational life than its competitors. This means lower long-term costs and less downtime for your business. More importantly, it delivers unwavering consistency. You can trust that the hundredth meal served will be just as hot, safe, and delicious as the first. It's this rock-solid reliability that protects your food, your customers, and your reputation, making it a cornerstone of any serious catering operation.
Explore more from CambroHow Seamless Construction Protects Your Food & Your Investment
Ever wondered what makes a Cambro hot food delivery cart so good at its job? It’s not just the insulation; it’s the seamless, one-piece polyethylene shell. Think of it like a high-end personal cool box, but scaled up for professionals. Because there are no joins, seams, or cracks, there's nowhere for precious heat to escape or, just as importantly, for germs and grime to build up. This roto-moulded design makes it incredibly strong and ridiculously easy to clean. You get superior heat retention and a hygienic unit that stands up to the daily knocks of a busy catering environment, something you just don't get with cheaper, multi-part containers.
Who Should Buy This?
- Event Caterers: Perfect for transporting entire buffets to weddings and corporate events, guaranteeing food quality on arrival every time.
- Educational & Healthcare Facilities: Reliably move large quantities of hot meals from a central kitchen to various satellite dining halls or wards.
- Large Hotels & Venues: An essential for room service and banquet operations, ensuring every meal is delivered at the perfect temperature.
- Mobile Food Operations: The ultimate insulated food transport trolley for delivering hot food across multiple sites or to outdoor festivals.
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