PP Containers for Airline and Rail Catering
Specification realities
| Requirement | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Trolley standard | ATLAS / KSSU / ACE |
| Container footprint | must divide into trolley bay |
| Weight limit per tray | often ≤250 g including food |
| Reheat | convection oven 160–180°C for 20–30 min |
| Material for oven reheat | CPET, not PP |
Important: if the caterer reheats in a convection oven, PP is the wrong material regardless of cost — it will deform above 120°C. PP is correct for chilled meals served cold or microwaved.
What the buyer actually evaluates
- Does it fit the trolley without a gap that lets it slide?
- Does it survive the reheat cycle without warping?
- Does the lid stay on during turbulence and cart transport?
- Does it stack 12 high in the galley?
Price comes fifth.
FAQ
PP or CPET for airline? CPET for oven reheat, PP for cold or microwave.
Do airline containers need certification? Not a specific certificate, but the caterer will run its own trial.
Next step
Tell us the trolley standard and reheat method. We will confirm whether PP is viable before quoting.
Related reading
- Supermarket Deli Container Program
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Models covered on this site: 150 ml PF-NT150 · 500 ml PF-SQ500 · 1500 ml PF-GG1500 · see all models in this category.
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