Use of the plastic tray has varied applications across a number of industries. They are used in the food service industry to store and serve food. They will be found in restaurants and hotels, hospitals and in prison facilities. They are also used to package medical devices to ensure security of the equipment during shipping. In hospitals, trays are used in surgeries to hold medical equipment and tools such as scalpels and forceps. In laboratories, these trays are used to conduct scientific research on chemical and biological specimen because they are non-porous and non-reactive.
When choosing a plastic tray for the various applications in the various industries, there are some factors that need to be considered. One of the factors to consider is the carriage capacity. A plastic tray required to hold heavy substances should be strong enough to withstand the loads it will be carrying. If the try is to be used to serve food, it should be strong and lightweight. The load carrying capacity depends on the application at hand.
The next consideration is the type of plastic used. High density plastics usually produce more compact and damage resistant trays. The trays made from high density plastics are resistant to chemical damage because they are non-reactive. They are resistant to impact and therefore do not break. They are also resistant to weather effects such as softening under the heat of the sun or scratching or denting from being rained on. Most manufacturers of the plastic tray have the material they use inspected and approved for use in the food service industry.
Lastly, you want to consider the application for which you need plastic trays for. When used to carry items that can slip and fall, the trays need to have a nonslip surface so as to prevent excessive sliding. The trays can be customized to fit every specific need that you may need them for.