HDC-252-12

HEATED BANQUET TRANSPORT & SERVE CABINET
Heated Rotary Dish/Plate Cabinet for Up to 12" Plates
CONVECTED "HDC" SERIES

HDC-252-12 Spec Sheet

HDC-252-12 SPEC SHEET

Perfect for banqueting or buffet plate make up lines

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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS

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DESCRIPTION

HDC Series - Heated Plate Transport Cabinets
Designed for banquet service and high-volume operations, FWE's HDC Series Heated Plate Transport Cabinets offer fast, efficient plate warming with a compact footprint and transport-ready construction.

Key Features:

High-Capacity Plate Warming: HDC models are capable of holding up to 252 plates, depending on model and plate thickness. Designed for plates up to 12" in diameter, these cabinets deliver consistent results for large-scale meal service.
Fast Heat-Up and Recovery: Powerful convected heat system quickly heats interior to serving temperatures (up to 202°F / 94.5°C), with quick recovery to keep up with busy service demands.
Secure and Adjustable Interior: Wire rod dividers are included to separate and stabilize stacked plates during transport. Dividers are adjustable or removable to accommodate various stack sizes.
Top-Loading Access with Rotating Base: Smooth top-sliding door and rotating base allow for quick, ergonomic access to all plate stacks without bending or lifting.
Built for Mobile Service: All-stainless steel cabinet with welded base frame and maintenance-free casters is engineered for transport, ensuring durability in banquet and catering environments.
Low-Profile Design: Compact, undercounter height allows for easy storage and integration into tight kitchen or service areas when not in use.

The HDC Series delivers dependable performance and ergonomic efficiency for operations that need to keep large volumes of plates warm and ready for rapid service. Ideal for banquet halls, institutional kitchens, and catering operations.

HDC-252-12 - High-Capacity Heated Dish Cabinet (252 Plate Capacity)
The HDC-252-12 is a high-capacity heated dish cabinet designed to keep up to 252 dishes at a ready-to-serve temperature, making it ideal for banquet operations and large-scale foodservice events. Its convected heat system gently circulates warm air throughout the cabinet to maintain consistent temperatures and eliminate cold spots. Durable stainless steel construction, full insulation, and a reinforced tubular base frame ensure long-term performance in demanding environments. Removable heavy-duty shelves allow for easy cleaning and flexible dish configurations.

FEATURES

Agency Approvals
CUL - C-UL mark indicates a product meets the CSA testing standards for Canada.
C-UL-US mark indicates a product meets the UL and CSA testing standards for both the United States and Canada.
UL - The UL mark, which now serves customers in more than 100 countries, has become the authority on product safety. Its engineers test for things like soundness of design, safety of electrical components, and structural integrity of products for which UL listing is sought.
If you think of NSF International classification as protection for your customers, then the mark of Underwriters Laboratories (UL) indicates safety for those who work in your commercial kitchen. The Illinois-based testing agency assures that the equipment that gets its stamp operates safely. There is also a sanitation classification that offers similar assurances about food safety as the NSF mark. Products are indicated as "Classified UL-EPH."
UL EPH - UL EPH recognizes products certified to meet environmental and public health standards. The UL EPH logo shows the word "Classified" above the UL mark, which indicates that the product complies with ANSI/NSF standards, in addition to other applicable codes.
Bumpers
No Bumper - No bumper
Caster
EZ Roll Heavy Duty Poly Caster - The EZ Roll Casters are standard on FWE cabinets and provide moderate floor protection with a high weight capacity.
EZ roll casters are shock absorbing and roll easier under heavy loads.

Available in 5", 6" and 8" diameters.
Mobile
5" Casters - 5" Heavy-duty casters - polyurethane casters are long lasting and used for easy maneuverability, even when fully loaded
All Swivel Casters - All swivel casters allow for greater maneuverability. Great for tight turns or severe corners (such as on and off trucks or narrow hallways).
A drawback to the all swivel configuration is that it is harder to control the direction of the equipment when rolled in a straight line.
Construction
Stainless Steel / Insulated - Constructed of stainless steel, with welded base frame for added strength and durability - fully insulated cabinet and door provide energy efficient heating and longer holding times
Control Panel
Mechanical Controls - Mechanical controls
HDC Controls - Easy controls - simply use the master ON/OFF switch and select your temperature setting anywhere from 90 - 190
Door Count
1 Door
Door Hinge
Stainless Steel Hinges - Stainless Steel Hinges
Door Latch
Magnetic Work Flow Door Handle - Magnetic work flow door handles ergonomically accommodates kitchen staff and servers of varying heights
Doors
Full Stainless Steel Door - Flush mounted, stainless steel insulated doors
Electrical
Tri-Directional Cord - Recessed tri-direction cord pocket - allows for compact fit
Extra
Cord Winder Brackets - Cabinet mounted brackets allow for cord to be wrapped and out of the way when not in use
Warranty - Two year limited warranty
Low Profile - Low profile design, conveniently fits under 36" counter and can easily be stored when not in use
Heat System
HDC Heat System - Fan-cooled blower motor for heated air distribution
Hinging
Hinges on Right and Left Side - Hinges on the right and left side

OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES

Bumpers
Bottom Corner Bumpers
Full Bumper - Heavy duty full perimeter bumper extends beyond doors and handles for added protection. The bumper is mounted to the base frame for added durability - the bumper is not used as the base frame. In this way, the bumper absorbs all the shock in transport, protecting the integrity of the construction.
Caster
Larger & Upgraded Casters - Larger Casters
Electrical
220-240 Volt - 220-240 Volt
Handles
Push Pull Handles - Push/pull handles allow for easy maneuvering. Handles are secured to the unit with reinforced backing plate. Ergonomically designed to be easy on the hands
Heat System
Non Heated - Non Heated

SHORT FORM SPEC

Specified unit shall be FWE Model No. HDC-200-12, Heated Banquet Transport & Serve Cabinets.

CONSTRUCTION. Heliarc welded, single unit construction of stainless steel; 20 gauge polished exterior, 22 gauge stainless steel interior with easy-to-clean coved corners. Welded tubular base frame shall be 1 square, heavy gauge stainless steel tubing, with 10 gauge stainless steel reinforcing plates at corners.

INSULATION. "Ultra-Guard" UG-26 high density fiberglass insulation throughout; top, back, bottom, sides, and door(s).

DOORS AND LATCHES. Flush mounted, stainless steel insulated doors with two (2) heavy-duty hinges. Door latch shall be horizontal, magnetic workflow.

SLIDING TOP. To allow easy top loading and unloading of dishes, with top hand grip lift.

ROTATING DISH RACK. Cabinet shall include rotating base for easy access for loading and unloading of dishes.

PLATE DIVIDER SLIDES. Four (4) welded rod-style plate slides are adjustable to fit up to 12" plates standard and removable for greater sanitation. Fully adjustable / removable design to give secure plate alignment. Up to four (4) additional dividers can be added to accommodate for separate smaller size plates.

CASTERS. Maintenance free polyurethane tire casters in a configuration of four (4) swivel with brake. Casters shall have a reinforced yoke mounted to 10 gauge caster plate. The caster mounting plate shall be secured to a 10 gauge stainless steel reinforcing stress plate via welded in place stainless steel studs. The reinforcing stress plates shall be welded to the heavy gauge tubular frame of the unit.

HEAT CONTROLS. Long life Incoloy nickelchromium alloy heating element; Hi-Temp, self-lubricated, impedance protected fan cooled blower motor for heated air distribution. Controls shall be up-front and shall include temperature sensor and master ON / OFF 20 amp lighted power switch, adjustable temperature control to 202°F (94.5°C).

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS. 3 wire grounded tri-directional power cord and plug with cord winding brackets, rear mounted for safety. See chart above for amperage and receptacle configuration. Dedicated circuit.

INSTALLATION. Unit should not be installed in an area where adverse environmental conditions are present.

Provide with the following accessories:

FWE products may be covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 288,299;238,300;3,952,609;4,192,991.

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OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE FOR THIS MODEL

Bottom Corner Bumpers

Full Bumper

Larger & Upgraded Casters

220-240 Volt

Push Pull Handles

Non Heated

OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES

AVAILABLE FOR THIS MODEL

Bottom Corner Bumpers

Full Bumper

Larger & Upgraded Casters

220-240 Volt

Push Pull Handles

Non Heated

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HDC-252-12

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If you can dream it, we can build it. Cook | Hold | Transport | Serve | Refrigeration | Bars

If you can dream it, we can build it. Cook | Hold | Transport | Serve | Refrigeration | Bars

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Food Warming Equipment Company, Inc.

Food Warming Equipment Company, Inc.

If you can dream it, we can build it.
Cook | Hold | Transport | Serve | Refrigeration | Bars

If you can dream it, we can build it.
Cook | Hold | Transport | Serve | Refrigeration | Bars