EN 631-2:1999
(Main)Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Catering containers - Part 2: Dimensions of accessories and supports
General Information
- Abstract
This part of this European standard specifies the dimensions of accessories such as dishwasher racks, trays, grids and cutting boards. It also specifies the dimensions of supports for flanged catering containers and accessories.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 22-Jun-1999
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Dec-1999
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 194 - Utensils in contact with food
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 194/WG 2 - Catering containers
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 20-Jul-2022
- Completion Date
- 17-Sep-2026
Overview
EN 631-2:1999 (CEN) specifies dimensional requirements for accessories and supports used with catering containers. This part of the EN 631 family covers accessories such as dishwasher racks, trays, grids and cutting boards, and sets the dimensions of supports for flanged catering containers and accessories. The standard helps ensure compatibility between container systems and accessory equipment while supporting hygienic handling and streamlined procurement.
Key Topics
- Scope: Dimensions for accessories (dishwasher racks, trays, grids, cutting boards) and supports for flanged catering containers.
- Compatibility: Standardized dimensions promote interchangeability between manufacturers and catering systems, reducing mismatch risk.
- Hygiene & Maintenance: Consistent sizes make cleaning, inspection and storage more straightforward, supporting food safety practices.
- Design Guidance: Useful reference for engineers and product designers when specifying interface dimensions, mounting arrangements and accessory layouts.
Applications
EN 631-2:1999 is directly relevant to stakeholders involved in the design, manufacture, procurement and operation of catering equipment:
- Manufacturers of catering containers and accessories use the standard to ensure products fit common racks, trays and supports.
- Procurement teams select compatible trays, cutting boards and dishwasher racks to match flanged container systems.
- Catering operators and institutional kitchens implement modular, dishwasher-safe systems to improve workflow and hygiene.
- Dishwashing and storage system designers rely on standardized dimensions to ensure reliable fit, handling and throughput.
Practical benefits include improved operational efficiency, reduced inventory complexity, safer handling, and easier replacement or retrofitting of accessories.
Related Standards
EN 631-2:1999 is part of the broader set of standards addressing materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs. When applying EN 631-2:1999 consider referencing:
- Other EN 631 parts that address material safety and general requirements for catering containers.
- National translations or adoptions (e.g., SIST EN 631-2) that reflect the CEN publication in local standards bodies.
- Standards for dishwashing and kitchen workflow that cover performance, hygiene and equipment compatibility.
Use EN 631-2:1999 as a dimensional baseline when specifying accessories and supports for catering containers to ensure interoperability, hygienic operation and efficient catering equipment management.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 631-2:1999 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Catering containers - Part 2: Dimensions of accessories and supports". This standard covers: This part of this European standard specifies the dimensions of accessories such as dishwasher racks, trays, grids and cutting boards. It also specifies the dimensions of supports for flanged catering containers and accessories.
This part of this European standard specifies the dimensions of accessories such as dishwasher racks, trays, grids and cutting boards. It also specifies the dimensions of supports for flanged catering containers and accessories.
EN 631-2:1999 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 67.250 - Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs; 97.040.99 - Other kitchen equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 631-2:1999 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 631-2:1995, EN 631-1:1993, EN 203-2-1:2021+A1:2023, EN 203-2-1:2021. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-april-2000
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SIST EN 631-2:1997
Materiali in predmeti v stiku z živili - Posode za živila - 2. del: Mere pribora in
dodatne opreme
Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Catering containers - Part 2:
Dimensions of accessories and supports
Werkstoffe und Gegenstände in Kontakt mit Lebensmitteln - Speisenbehälter - Teil 2:
Maße des Zubehörs und der Auflagen
Matériaux et articles en contact avec les denrées alimentaires - Bacs pour la cuisine et le
transport de nourriture - Partie 2: Dimensions des accessoires et des supports
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 631-2:1999
ICS:
67.250 Materiali in predmeti v stiku z Materials and articles in
živili contact with foodstuffs
2003-01.Slov
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