Generous capacity hold large amounts of foods in this chafer for making it ideal for buffets, hotel breakfast areas, brunches, catering, parties, wedding banquets and self-service environments. This chafer is built for everyday use, while providing a timeless appearance that blends in with your classic decor. It is attractive and affordable, perfect for putting food on display and keeping it warm for guests.Eliminates the hassle and expense of chafer fuel, spring loaded element maintain full contact, fits most vollrath chafers, much better than sternos if you are using these regularly.