Canteen accessory Novameta UNT1-54/44/70

A drop-in tray dispenser organises serving trays at the point of use, keeping them vertical so staff pull one at a time without disturbing the stack. The unit mounts flush with the worktop, leaving the surrounding surface clear for plating or assembly. Gravity feeds each tray forward as the one below is removed, so the next is always ready without reaching or searching.

The operator loads the dispenser from above, sliding trays into the vertical chute until the stack reaches the top. Each tray rests on the one beneath, so the weight of the stack keeps the alignment steady. When a tray is needed, the operator pulls the front one forward; the next tray slides down automatically, held by the chute walls. No springs or levers are involved, so the mechanism stays simple and requires no adjustment.

The Novameta UNT1-54/44/70 is built as a single stainless-steel enclosure with a 510 by 410 mm opening at the top. The cut-out in the worktop must match these dimensions exactly to ensure a flush fit. The unit stands 700 mm high, with a footprint of 540 by 440 mm, so it occupies minimal floor space while holding up to 100 trays of the stated size.

No controls are fitted; the dispenser works entirely by gravity and the operator's pull. The absence of moving parts reduces maintenance to cleaning the chute and wiping the exterior. The stainless-steel construction resists corrosion and withstands the humidity and detergents of a professional kitchen.

The 540 by 440 mm footprint determines the space the dispenser occupies on the worktop, while the 700 mm height sets the clearance needed above it. The 510 by 410 mm basket size defines which trays the unit accepts, so only trays of that dimension or smaller will feed correctly. The 100-tray capacity lets the dispenser serve a busy service period without frequent refilling.

Cleaning involves removing any remaining trays, wiping the chute with a damp cloth and mild detergent, and drying the interior to prevent water spots. The exterior is cleaned with the same routine as the surrounding worktop.

The UNT1-54/44/70 is a single model with no variants. It is categorised under drop-in dispensers in the Novameta professional catering range.