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Commercial-Grade Serving Tong Engineered for High-Volume Foodservice Operations
The Vollrath 4781220 12-Inch 1-Piece Tong is built for dependable food handling in commercial kitchens, buffet stations, catering operations, and institutional foodservice environments. Its one-piece stainless steel construction provides consistent gripping strength while reducing the joints and connection points that can weaken under frequent professional use.
The extended 12-inch design offers controlled reach for serving, plating, turning, and transferring hot or cold foods. A black handle provides a comfortable gripping surface while making the tong easy to identify within a busy utensil station.
Technical Specifications & Engineering Data
| Specification Metric | Commercial Product Data |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Brand | Vollrath |
| Product Number | 4781220 |
| Model Number | DC244 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DC244 |
| Product Type | One-Piece Serving Tong |
| Material Composition | Stainless Steel |
| Handle Color | Black |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Overall Dimensions | 12 in. L × 4.25 in. W |
| Product Weight | 5.28 oz. |
| Construction Style | One-Piece |
| Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
| Included Components | One Tong |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
Core Operational Features
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Durable One-Piece Construction: The continuous stainless steel body eliminates unnecessary connection points, helping the tong withstand repeated gripping and serving throughout demanding foodservice shifts.
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Professional Stainless Steel Build: The polished stainless steel construction offers dependable resistance to everyday wear while maintaining a clean, professional appearance.
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Controlled 12-Inch Reach: The extended length allows operators to reach across food pans, serving trays, grills, and preparation surfaces while keeping hands farther from hot foods.
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Comfortable Black Handle: The coated black handle creates a more comfortable gripping surface and makes the utensil easier to identify in organized or color-coded kitchen stations.
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Reliable Food Handling: The gripping ends provide controlled handling for meats, vegetables, salads, baked goods, and other prepared foods without requiring excessive pressure.
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Efficient Sanitation: The dishwasher-safe construction supports fast cleaning and dependable sanitation between service periods.
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Commercial Warranty Coverage: The included limited lifetime warranty provides added confidence for professional kitchens requiring dependable, long-term equipment.
Built for Versatile Foodservice Applications
The Vollrath 4781220 Tong is suitable for restaurants, hotels, cafeterias, catering companies, buffet lines, bakeries, and institutional kitchens. Its balanced design supports serving, portioning, plating, turning, and transferring a wide variety of hot and cold foods.