Oblong Foil Containers

What Are Oblong Foil Containers?

Oblong foil containers, often referred to as rectangular foil trays or steam table pans, are a cornerstone of the modern food service and processing industries. Their defining characteristic is their shape, which provides exceptional versatility for a wide range of food products. Manufactured from aluminum foil, they possess excellent thermal conductivity, making them ideal for both cooking food evenly in an oven and maintaining temperature during transport. Lightweight yet surprisingly durable, these containers are designed for efficiency, offering a cost-effective, single-use solution that simplifies operations from the kitchen to the customer. For B2B buyers in food manufacturing, catering, and delivery, oblong containers are a non-negotiable asset for portion control, storage, and reliable food presentation.

Our Manufacturing Process: Precision-Engineered Oblong Containers

We produce oblong foil containers not just as a product, but as a solution to your operational challenges. Our process begins with sourcing only premium, certified food-grade 8011 and 3004 aluminum alloys, ensuring compliance with global standards like FDA and LFGB. This material is fed into our 15 fully automated production lines, which feature state-of-the-art stamping presses with technology from German Krones and Italian CEFLA.

Using our library of over 50 precision-engineered molds, we can manufacture oblong containers from 12oz to 84oz with unparalleled consistency. Every container is subject to our stringent 3-stage quality control system (IQC, IPQC, FQC) and managed under HACCP principles. Precision instruments from Mettler Toledo verify dimensions and structural integrity, while every batch undergoes 15 laboratory tests. This meticulous process guarantees a 99.9% qualification rate, delivering containers that are robust, leak-resistant, and perfectly uniform for your automated systems.

Key Applications: Where Our Oblong Containers Excel

Our oblong foil containers are trusted by businesses across 30 countries for their reliability and performance in demanding applications.

For Ready Meal Producers: The consistent dimensions of our oblong pans are crucial for high-speed, automated filling and lidding lines, minimizing jams and maximizing throughput. Their excellent thermal performance ensures predictable cooking times for consumers, from lasagna to shepherd's pie.

For Food Delivery Services & Take-Out Restaurants: Our containers' structural rigidity protects meals during the rigors of delivery. Deeper designs are perfect for saucy dishes, preventing leaks and ensuring a positive unboxing experience for the end customer. The oblong shape also stacks efficiently, saving space during peak hours.

For Institutional and Event Caterers: Our large-format oblong steam table pans are indispensable. They are strong enough to hold significant weight, making them safe to transport large quantities of food. They fit perfectly into standard chafing dishes for buffet service and, being disposable, drastically reduce post-event cleanup labor.