Thermo Tek is a Restaurantware line of plastic containers for grab-and-go cases, bakery counters and takeout. It mixes clear containers that show off food with black clamshells made for hot meals, so one family can cover a cafe display case and a takeout counter.
Clear Clamshells and Deli Containers
Clear rectangle and square clamshell containers are the core of the display side. Several sizes, including a 19-ounce rectangle, a 46-ounce rectangle and a 39-ounce square, have an anti-fog design that Restaurantware says stops condensation from blocking the view of the food. Other clear PET clamshells are aimed at pastries, sandwiches and snacks. The line also includes square and rectangle deli snack containers and triangle sandwich containers.
Black Clamshells for Hot Food
For hot takeout, Thermo Tek offers black polypropylene clamshells in 16, 24, 34, 40 and 54-ounce sizes, with three-compartment versions in 34, 40 and 54 ounces. Restaurantware lists these as microwavable, and several listings say they can withstand temperatures up to 248°F.
A separate group of black clamshells is made from mineral-filled PP, which Restaurantware says uses 40% less resin. These come in 18 and 30-ounce sizes and a 28-ounce three-compartment version, have ribbed sidewalls and are described as recyclable.
Bowls and Salad Containers
- Ergo-Grip bowls: Clear plastic bowls in 8, 12, 16, 24, 32 and 48-ounce sizes, sold 500 to a box. They are described as recyclable and crack-resistant, and lids are sold separately.
- Sphere salad containers: Clear round containers with dome lids in 12, 21 and 28-ounce sizes. Kraft paper carriers sold separately fit the 12, 21 and 28-ounce sizes so customers can carry them.
Bakery and Dessert Packaging
Thermo Tek includes clear dessert containers that Restaurantware describes as recyclable:
- Pastry boxes, including a two-slot Duo box, a six-slot half-dozen box and a rectangular box
- Cake boxes in octagon and oval shapes, and a semicircle box for Swiss rolls
- Round and square serving platters with lids, with 2, 3, 4 or 6 compartments. The 6-compartment platter has five sections around the edge and a round center section for dipping sauce.
Where Thermo Tek Fits
Cafes and bakeries can use the clear containers and pastry boxes to package items for a display case, while takeout kitchens can use the black clamshells for hot meals. Listings on Restaurantware.com include capacity, dimensions and case count.
