Catering aluminium foil rolls are usually available in thicknesses of 0.01mm - 0.02mm, and different thicknesses have different application scenarios and advantages.
Thin thickness (0.01mm - 0.015mm): This type of catering aluminium foil roll has a light texture, excellent flexibility and is as thin as a cicada's wing. In baking scenarios, placing it on the bottom of the baking tray can effectively prevent the food from sticking to the tray, and when dealing with some delicate ingredients such as cookies and pancakes, the thin aluminum foil will not affect the heat conduction too much, so that the food can be heated evenly, and the baked product will be crispy and golden in color. At the same time, because of its thin thickness, the cost is relatively low, for the large amount of catering enterprises, in order to ensure the use of the effect at the same time can control the cost.
Medium thickness (0.015mm - 0.018mm): Aluminum foils in this range are most widely used in the catering industry. Taking common takeaway packaging as an example, aluminum foil with a thickness of around 0.015mm - 0.018mm has good formability and can remain closed after packing food, protecting the temperature and hygiene of the food. Moreover, it has a certain strength and is not easy to be broken due to extrusion during transportation, so as to protect the food soup from leaking out. In the process of cooking, when wrapping meat for roasting, it can effectively block the splashing of grease and can equalize the heat transfer through the moderate thickness, so that the meat is cooked internally while the external skin is charred and fragrant, locking the meat juice and enhancing the taste.
Thicker thickness (0.018mm - 0.02mm): Thick aluminum foil has excellent puncture resistance and heat retention properties. For ingredients with bones, such as barbecued ribs, whole roasted chicken, etc., thicker aluminum foil can resist the puncture of sharp bones and ensure the integrity of the package. In long-time heat preservation scenarios, such as hot food preservation at hotel buffet tables, thick aluminum foil can form a good heat insulation layer to reduce heat loss, so that the food can be kept at the right temperature for a longer period of time to maintain the taste and quality.
Catering foils are generally available in widths from 200mm - 600mm, a wide range of widths to meet the diverse needs of different catering scenarios.
Narrow width (200mm - 300mm): Narrow width aluminum foil is suitable for wrapping small food or making special shapes. For example, when making spring rolls or sushi rolls, the narrow width aluminum foil can precisely fit the ingredients and wrap them tightly, which is convenient for operation and does not cause material waste. In dessert stores, narrow width aluminum foil can also be used to wrap individual chocolate bars and cupcakes, making the packages more delicate and compact.
Medium width (300mm - 450mm): This is the width range most commonly used in the catering industry. In home kitchens and small restaurants, this width is suitable for common baking tray sizes (the standard size of a baking tray in a domestic oven is usually 28 - 32 cm), and when covering the tray to bake the ingredients, there is enough margin to fold the edges to prevent heat loss and juices from escaping the food. When preparing fast food such as sandwiches and wraps, the medium width foil wraps the ingredients completely, making it easy to carry and eat.
Wide Width (450mm - 600mm): Wide width aluminum foil is mainly used in large catering establishments or food processing enterprises. In hotel kitchens, when batch roasting whole turkeys and large quantities of vegetables, the wide width aluminum foil can cover large roasting pans or grills at once, improving work efficiency. In food processing plants, when used for packaging large block ingredients and batch pre-made dishes, wide aluminum foil can wrap them quickly, and in automated packaging equipment, wide width aluminum foil makes it easier to achieve continuous operation and improve packaging speed.
The most commonly used length for heavy duty foil rolls is 100 meters, which is recognized as the best foil roll length. I'll explain why the 8011-O 100m catering aluminium foil roll is so popular.
Cost-effective: Purchasing costs are an important consideration for most catering companies, and the 100 m length is relatively affordable, unlike shorter lengths (e.g. 30 m), which can be expensive and frequently purchased, with additional costs for transportation, etc. The 100 m length is also less expensive than shorter lengths (e.g. 300 m). Nor does the purchase of a long length (e.g. 300 meters) tie up too much capital.
Applicable to a wide range of frequency of use: Whether it is a special restaurant with small flow of customers, where the frequency of using aluminum foil is low, the 100-meter aluminum foil roll can meet the demand for a longer period of time and will not deteriorate the performance of the aluminum foil due to long-time storage; or fast-food chain stores, canteens and other places with a high frequency of use, the 100-meter aluminum foil roll will consume quickly but be replaced conveniently, and it will not affect the normal process of processing and supplying food.
Reduced waste: In the catering industry, the precise use of aluminum foil is essential, and the 100 m foil rolls are easier to control the cutting lengths than long foil rolls, reducing the waste of aluminum foil caused by cutting errors. Moreover, due to its moderate length, the remaining aluminum foil rolls can be easily stored after wrapping a dish or a batch of food and will not be thrown away due to low residual volume.
High quality stability: During the production process of aluminum foil rolls, too long aluminum foil rolls may have uneven thickness and surface defects due to stretching and other process problems, resulting in unstable quality. While 100m aluminum foil rolls are easier to ensure the consistency of quality in the production process, the stable performance of each section of aluminum foil, whether it is used for high-temperature baking, low-temperature refrigeration or wrapping of ingredients, can provide reliable protection effect to ensure the safety and quality of food.
To sum up, 8011-O 100m catering aluminium foil roll for catering plays an irreplaceable role in all aspects of cooking, storage and distribution in the catering industry, and is a powerful assistant for catering practitioners to improve food quality and operational efficiency, thanks to the unique advantages brought by its suitable thickness, various widths and 100 m length.
