ROCAM Athena 28N Dish Dispenser for Ø28-33 cm Plates

A dish dispenser keeps stacks of plates at a consistent height, so kitchen staff pull each one from the same level without reaching or bending. The unit uses a spring-loaded platform that rises as plates are removed, maintaining the top plate at counter height. This design eliminates the need to restack or adjust shelves during service, speeding up plating and reducing strain on staff. The spring mechanism is calibrated to the weight of the plates, ensuring smooth, controlled movement whether the dispenser is full or nearly empty.

To use the ROCAM Athena 28N, load up to fifty plates of 28 to 33 cm diameter onto the platform. The plastic lid keeps dust off the stack and protects the top plate from accidental knocks. Two castors with brakes allow the unit to be moved into position and then locked in place. When a plate is needed, the operator lifts it from the top of the stack; the platform rises automatically, presenting the next plate at the same height.

The structure is laminated wood, chosen for its stability and resistance to kitchen humidity. The unit stands 893 mm high, fitting under most worktops while keeping the top plate at a comfortable working height. Its footprint of 585 by 743 mm allows it to slot into tight spaces alongside prep counters or plating stations.

The Athena 28N is customisable with a range of dish-holder options: laminated wood or stainless-steel slides, foldable or fixed, for the short side or long side of the unit. These can be specified at order to match the workflow of the kitchen. Colour choices include silver, rose, saffron, lime, sky, ocean, ivy, sage, cappuccino, clay, grey, Niagara, veined white, white sand, birch, grey fog, elm, walnut, wenge, anthracite and veined black, allowing the dispenser to blend with the kitchen's colour scheme.

Cleaning is straightforward: the laminated wood surfaces wipe clean with a damp cloth, and the plastic lid can be removed for washing. The castors should be checked periodically to ensure the brakes hold securely. The spring mechanism requires no maintenance beyond occasional inspection to confirm it moves freely.

The dispenser is categorised as neutral equipment, suitable for any professional kitchen that serves plated dishes.