In the catering world, a gantry is a stainless-steel frame structure suspended above a countertop display unit, hot cupboard, ambient cupboard, or open type Bain Maries. Gantries are often used in self-service buffets and display areas, as they present food in a visually appealing way whilst also keeping it hot or cold & fresh before serving. These easy to clean, durable units are ideal for use in kitchens and food service establishments of all sizes.

There are several benefits to using a gantry in catering, including:

Food safety: Protects food from contamination. The sneeze screens help to keep food away from airborne bacteria and other contaminants.

Food presentation: Allows food to be displayed in an eye catching and inviting way. The heat lamps on heated gantries can also help to make food look more appetising.

Increased efficiency: By allowing food to be displayed in a central location it makes it easier for customers to choose and collect their food. They can also be used to store plates.

Reduced waste: Keeps food warm or cold for longer periods of time. This can help to reduce the amount of food that needs to be thrown away.

Always make sure the gantry and cupboard you are buying work together. Gantries can be ordered separately or fitted before dispatch by our service engineers for an additional cost on application. We can help you choose the right ones if you need help.

We stock models from brands such as Lincat, Inomak & ACE that offer both heated and ambient options, e.g. ACE 2 Tier ambient 4 Lamp table-top heated gantry comes in 4 width sizes and can be fitted to most surfaces. We also have a selection of graded gantries from Inomak that make substantial savings on new.

(Main image shows Lincat PG2A Ambient Gantry for P6B2/P6P2)