PlasTech manufactures durable plastic malt collars for commercial milkshake and malt mixers. Our USA-made collars help contain splashes, reduce cleanup, and eliminate the metal-on-metal contact created by traditional metal malt collars, which can wear against the mixer spindle and sharpen its outer edge over time.

What Is a Malt Collar?

A malt collar is a reusable accessory placed around the top of a milkshake or malt cup during mixing. It helps contain splashes and overflow while allowing the mixer spindle to operate inside the cup. Malt collars are commonly used by ice cream shops, restaurants, drive-ins, and other foodservice operations to keep mixing areas cleaner and reduce mess.

Why Use a Malt Collar?

During the mixing process, milkshakes naturally climb the sides of the cup and can splash over the rim. A malt collar creates a protective barrier that helps contain the shake while allowing the mixer spindle to operate normally.

Benefits include:

• Reduce Splashes & Spills — Helps contain shake and malt ingredients during mixing.

• Faster Cleanup — Keeps counters and mixer equipment cleaner during busy service.

• Protect Mixer Spindles — Plastic construction avoids the metal-on-metal contact associated with traditional metal malt collars.

What Sizes and Colors Are Available?

PlasTech offers malt collars in multiple sizes and colors for commercial milkshake and malt preparation. Our collars are designed to fit commonly used paper shake cups and commercial mixer applications.

Large Malt Collar
Top Diameter: 4"
Bottom Diameter: 3"
Available Colors: Red, White, Clear

Small Malt Collar
Top Diameter: 4"
Bottom Diameter: 2.5"
Available Color: White

Need help choosing a size? Contact PlasTech and we can help determine the best malt collar for your cups and mixer setup.

How Does a Malt Collar Work?

A malt collar simply rests on the rim of a standard paper shake cup.

The center opening allows the mixer spindle to pass through while the raised collar helps keep the shake inside the cup as it mixes. The result is a cleaner mixing process without interfering with normal operation.

Its simple design has made it a staple in commercial shake preparation for decades.

Are PlasTech Malt Collars Compatible With Commercial Milkshake Mixers?

PlasTech malt collars are designed for use with common commercial milkshake and malt mixer setups. The open-center design allows the mixer spindle to pass through the collar while the collar rests securely on the rim of the shake cup.

Because cup sizes and mixer configurations can vary, we recommend confirming fit for your specific setup. Contact PlasTech if you need help determining which malt collar size is right for your operation.

Where Are PlasTech Malt Collars Used?

PlasTech Malt Collars are used in many types of foodservice businesses, including:

• Ice cream shops

• Frozen custard stands

• Drive-ins

• Diners

• Restaurants

• Snack bars

• School cafeterias

• Concession stands

• Dairy bars

• Amusement parks

Wherever commercial milkshakes are made, malt collars help simplify cleanup and improve efficiency.

Where Can I Buy PlasTech Malt Collars?

PlasTech malt collars are available directly from PlasTech and through select foodservice distributors. We offer commercial quantities for ice cream shops, restaurants, drive-ins, and other foodservice businesses.

Need pricing, bulk quantities, or help choosing the right malt collar? Contact PlasTech for ordering information and product assistance.

Why Every Ice Cream Shop Should Use a Malt Collar

For busy ice cream shops and restaurants, every milkshake adds another opportunity for spills, wasted product, and extra cleanup. A malt collar helps contain the shake while it's being mixed, creating a cleaner workstation and a more efficient process for employees.

Whether you're preparing dozens of shakes a day or hundreds during peak season, a simple tool like a malt collar can help improve consistency and reduce cleanup throughout the day.

Compatible With Most Commercial Mixers

PlasTech Malt Collars are designed for use with many commercial spindle milkshake mixers commonly found in foodservice operations.

They are compatible with standard paper shake cups used throughout the industry and work with many popular commercial mixing machines.

Why Choose PlasTech Malt Collars?

For decades, PlasTech has focused on manufacturing dependable commercial malt collars trusted by foodservice professionals.

Our collars are:

• Made in the USA

• Durable and reusable

• Designed specifically for commercial environments

• Manufactured with consistent quality

• Available for wholesale orders

• Trusted by distributors and foodservice businesses across the United States

When reliability matters, PlasTech delivers a product built for everyday commercial use.

Why Choose Plastic Malt Collars Instead of Metal?

Traditional metal malt collars create metal-on-metal contact with the mixer spindle during use. Over time, that repeated contact can wear against the spindle and sharpen its outer edge, creating a potential safety concern for employees handling or cleaning the mixer.

PlasTech malt collars are made from durable plastic, eliminating that metal-on-metal contact. This helps reduce spindle wear while still providing the splash control and cleanliness benefits of a commercial malt collar.

• No metal-on-metal contact

• Helps reduce mixer spindle wear

• Safer, smooth plastic construction