Lakeside's NSF certified utility carts offer heavy-duty performance, perfect for foodservice professionals.
Stainless Steel Utility Carts by Lakeside Manufacturing are ideal for dining area bussing, set-up, tray or soiled dish station, heavy-duty transport, and storage. The Lakeside 543 Stainless Steel Utility Cart with (2) shelves measuring 21" x 33" has a 700-Lb. weight capacity. This utility cart's larger 8” (203) front wheels allow cart to transition over uneven surfaces with ease. Its fixed front wheels help guide cart in a straight line, while making it easier to navigate corners. The 543's angled “U”-shaped frame design provides superior structural strength for larger loads. This foodservice cart has an all-welded construction for a stronger structure and easier to clean surface. Its no-mark, extra load, cushion tread wheels absorb impact, reducing vibration and strain. This utility cart's stainless steel construction is easy to clean and sanitize. Its bumpers on legs and handles protect walls and furniture. This model is NSF listed. Lakeside is proudly made in the USA with industry leading ship times. Customize your design with Lakeside cart experts now! Made in the USA.
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- Larger 8” (203) front wheels allow cart to transition over uneven surfaces with ease.
- Fixed front wheels help guide cart in a straight line, while making it easier to navigate corners.
- Angled “U”-shaped frame design provides superior structural strength for larger loads.
- All-welded construction for a stronger structure and easier to clean surface.
- No-mark, extra load, cushion tread wheels absorb impact, reducing vibration and strain.
- Stainless steel is easy to clean and sanitize.
- Bumpers on legs and handles protect walls and furniture.
- This model is NSF listed.
Specifications
Collapse| Brand | Lakeside |
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| Caster Size-Front (in) | 8 |
| Caster Size-Rear (in) | 5 |
| Caster Type | 2 Ea. Fixed, 2 Ea. Swivel, No-Mark Polyurethane |
| Country of Origin | US |
| Ergonomic Design | Traditional |
| Frame Type | Formed Angle |
| Item Dimensions (L x W x H) | 38.63 in x 22.38 in x 37.13 in |
| Model | Traditional |
| NSF | Yes |
| Number of Shelves | 2 |
| Proposition 65 Warning | This product can expose you to wood dust and chemicals including chromium, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. |
| Shelf Clearance (in) | 21 |
| Shelf Dimensions | 21 in x 33 in |
| Shipping Class | 125 |
| Shipping Dimensions | 43 × 26.5 × 41.5 in |
| Shipping Method | LTL |
| Shipping Weight | 63 lbs |
| Weight Capacity (lbs) | 700 |
Product Specification: Unit shall be of fully welded stainless steel construction. Legs and frame shall be of U-frame design, eliminating the need for corner reinforcements. Leg frames shall be 11-gauge angle stainless steel. Shelves shall be of 18-gauge stainless steel and shall be welded to vertical leg frames. Shelves shall be double hemmed on all four edges for extra rigidity. Unit shall have two each 5" (127 mm) diameter extra-load swivel casters with 1-1/4" (32 mm) wide non-marking polyurethane wheels, and two each 8" diameter extra-load wheels mounted to a fixed axle. Swivel casters shall be plate type and shall be bolted to an 18-gauge 5" (127 mm) wide stainless steel cross member with a galvanized reinforcement. Unit shall have push handle made of 18 gauge 1" O.D. stainless steel tubing. Handle mounting brackets shall be welded to vertical leg frame. Unit shall have two each bumpers mounted to handle ends and two each 6" (152 mm) vertical bumpers riveted to front legs.
Durability Index
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| Maximum Weight | 300lbs / 135KG | 500lbs / 230KG | 700lbs / 320KG | 1000lbs / 450KG | 1500lbs / 680KG |
| Weight Visualization | 75 plates | 150 plates | 250 plates | 100 12oz. cans | 30 cases of wine |
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| Daily Hour Usage | Up to 3 | 4 to 9 | 9 to 12 | 10 to 18 | Up to 24 hours |
| Ideal Usage | Dining area bussing, set-up tray station, soiled dish station | Dining room bussing, set-up tray station, soiled dish station. | Receiving goods, moving loads for warewashing | Receiving dock and storage room, loading and moving dishes and flatware. | Casinos and correctional facilities, receiving dock and warehousing |
| Legs Steel Gauge | 20 | 16 | 11 | 11 | 11 or 14 |
| Shelf Steel Gauge | 22 | 20 | 18 | 14 | 14 |
| Caster Size | 3-1/2” to 4” | 4” to 5” | 5" to 8” | 5" to 8” | 6" to 8” |
Manuals & Documents
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Factory Installed Options
2 brake and 2 no brake casters
Available Finish Options
Stainless Steel
Custom
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