Cambro Alternative 2021 -
However, the economic reality of 2021 is different from previous years. The aftermath of global supply chain disruptions, rising material costs (specifically for polycarbonate and polyethylene), and the lingering financial pressure of the post-pandemic recovery on restaurants has forced operators to ask a hard question: Do I really need to pay the premium for the brand name?
For items (Insulated beverage servers), Bunn and Vollrath offer superior technology at similar price points.
Material costs are rising. If you find a supply of Carlisle or Winco alternatives right now, buy in bulk. Prices are expected to jump 10-15% by Q1 2022. cambro alternative 2021
Disclaimer: This article is based on market availability and pricing trends in Q3 2021. Always verify NSF certification for your local health codes.
Only stick with Cambro for items—specifically their Camshelving (which is plastic and rust-proof) or their Camrack glass washing racks, where the patented design is genuinely superior. However, the economic reality of 2021 is different
By: Commercial Kitchen Staff | Updated for 2021
For the items (6-quart round containers, 22-quart Square storage, Bus tubs), you can confidently switch to Carlisle or Rubbermaid in 2021 and save 20-30% without losing a single health code point. Material costs are rising
For decades, the name "Cambro" has been synonymous with food storage in the commercial kitchen. From their iconic clear food storage boxes to high-capacity beverage dispensers and heavy-duty bus tubs, Cambro has built an empire on durability and NSF-certification.