The action of temporarily acquiring warming equipment for food service from a local provider allows individuals or organizations to maintain appropriate serving temperatures at events. An example includes securing several units for a buffet-style dinner at a wedding reception held in a community hall.
This practice offers considerable advantages in terms of cost-effectiveness, eliminating the need for purchase and long-term storage of equipment used infrequently. Historically, caterers primarily handled such rentals, but the rise of peer-to-peer rental platforms and specialized event rental companies has broadened accessibility for private individuals and smaller organizations.