Cambro Food Carrier
Cambro food carriers hold hot or cold food safely in pans or trays for as long as four hours. When coupled with special features or accessories, Cambro food carriers can keep food at the desired temperature for longer than four hours. More
Cambro Insulated Food Carriers: What You Need to Know
Whether you own a catering business, need to occasionally serve food from your kitchen in a remote location, or deliver food to individual customers, Cambro hot boxes are a good option for transporting food while maintaining its original temperature. Cambro insulated food carriers are available in a variety of colors in front- and top-loading formats and may include convenient features, such as casters or removable cutting boards. Electric Cambro warmers preheat before transport and can be plugged in at their destination for extended use if electricity is available on-site.
Common Questions About Cambro Food Carriers
What types of Cambro food carriers are available?
No matter your foodservice needs, you can find the right Cambro hot box for your operation. Below is an overview of the types of Cambro food carriers available:
- GoBags: Cambro delivery bags are made of thick, sturdy nylon fabric and are ideal for delivering food items to individual customers. Large bags can also transport full-size pans. These products include hook-and-loop fastener lids with sewn-in straps for easy transport and may include extra pockets and pouches for delivery labels and other items.
- GoBoxes: These carriers are top- or front-loading stackable boxes made of expanded polypropylene foam, which is grease and chemical resistant and can be recycled. These lightweight, impact-resistant boxes keep hot food within 10 degrees and cold food within 20 degrees of its original temperature for four hours. They can be paired with cup holders for transporting hot or cold beverages. The largest GoBoxes can hold four 4-inch-deep pans, and users have the option to purchase extenders that increase capacity.
- Camcarriers: Camcarriers are made of durable polyethylene plastic and come in top- or front-loading formats. These carriers can hold as many as four 4-inch-deep pans and can be carried by hand or paired with a Cambro Camdolly for transport. Electric and non-electric models are available.
- Camcarts: Camcarts are made of the same material as Camcarriers but are usually larger with two compartments and include casters for easy transport. High-end models, such as the Pro Cart Ultra, hold as many as (20) 4-inch-deep pans. Electric models may offer both heating and cooling capabilities. Ultra Camcarrier and Camcart models are sealed with polyurethane foam capable of holding temperatures greater than 148 degrees Fahrenheit for more than four hours when unplugged.
How do I prepare my Cambro food carrier for transport?
To ensure optimum efficiency, users should heat or chill their Cambro GoBoxes, Ultra Pan Carriers, and Camcarts before transporting food. Utilize the following steps to keep your food safe for the maximum amount of time possible:
- Hot transport: Cambro warmers with built-in heaters usually need to be plugged in an hour in advance to reach a temperature between 150 and 165 degrees Fahrenheit. For carriers without this function, users can store a hot water pan or heated Camwarmers in the unit for 20 minutes prior to transport. Ideally, heat two Camwarmers at 350 degrees Fahreneit for 45 minutes, insert them into the unit, and leave them there for transport after warming the unit for 20 minutes with a hot water pan.
- Cold transport: Store ice water or a frozen Camchiller in the unit for 20 minutes prior to transport or place the carrier in a walk-in freezer for as long as possible. Ideally, combine a Camchiller with the ice water method or a pre-frozen carrier. Retaining a Camchiller during transport can keep food cool for as long as eight hours, depending on the carrier. If your unit supports electric cooling, plug it in and turn it on prior to transport to reach a temperature between 32.5 and 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
Should I place pans in my carrier directly from the oven?
Check Cambro's specifications to determine your product's temperature limit. Depending on the unit, you should allow your pans to cool to at least 250 degrees Fahrenheit to avoid damage before placing them inside.
Can I use a Cambro food carrier to store hot and cold food at the same time?
Yes, front-loading Cambro insulated food carriers with dual cavities offer the ability to transport hot and cold food simultaneously. Customers may also purchase a removable ThermoBarrier that will separate hot from cold in most single-compartment carriers that are loaded from the front.
What if I'm concerned about security?
If you run an operation that needs to keep food storage tamper proof, such as a prison or educational institute, you can include locking doors in your Camcart insulated food carrier by adding Cambro's security package to your purchase.