{"product_id":"12-utility-tong-with-locking-ring","title":"Winco UTLK-12 12\" Stainless Steel Utility Tong | Locking Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Winco UTLK-12 is a 12\" heavy-duty stainless steel utility tong with a locking ring, combining the versatile reach of a 12-inch commercial tong with a built-in locking closure that keeps it securely shut during storage and transport. Constructed from 0.9mm thick stainless steel, it delivers the robust spring tension and structural integrity needed for continuous daily use at hotel buffets, cafeteria lines, catering operations, and restaurant service stations. The 12-inch length is one of the most practical sizes in commercial kitchens — providing comfortable reach into standard and deep hotel pans, chafing dishes, and large serving bowls without being cumbersome to maneuver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scalloped edges along the tips create shallow ridges that gently grip food items without piercing or bruising — ideal for serving pasta, roasted vegetables, proteins, salads, and a wide variety of buffet fare. The locking ring holds the tong flat when not in use, making it easy to store in utensil trays, catering kit bags, and drawer organizers without the tong springing open and taking up extra space. Fully dishwasher safe and built entirely from stainless steel, the UTLK-12 stands up to daily high-temperature sanitizing cycles. Whether used at a large buffet line, prep station, or catered event, the Winco UTLK-12 delivers dependable commercial performance with practical locking convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12\" stainless steel utility tong — 0.9mm heavy-duty gauge for commercial durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocking ring secures tong closed for efficient storage in trays and catering kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalloped edges for gentle grip on pasta, proteins, salads, and buffet fare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile 12\" length reaches standard and deep hotel pans and chafing dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully stainless steel — no plastic parts, corrosion-resistant, heat-tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully dishwasher safe for consistent sanitation in high-volume commercial kitchens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Winco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51362709766440,"sku":"UTLK-12","price":2.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/5151\/1092\/files\/winco-winco-utlk-12-12-stainless-steel-utility-tong-locking-ring-utlk-12-7268125.jpg?v=1781249652","url":"https:\/\/www.nishienterprise.com\/products\/12-utility-tong-with-locking-ring","provider":"Nishi Enterprise Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}