Abstract: Cabinet permits self-service by persons who are going to eat and has a counter or top (2) on which the foodstuffs are situated, having optionally means for conserving the foodstuffs in a hot and/or cold state. Its fundamental innovation lies in that it has means (3, 4 and 5) for applying a continuous air curtain (6) over said foodstuffs without impeding access to the same and for the purpose of preventing the presence of insects on the foodstuffs mentioned.

Abstract: A food display and preservation case comprising at least one support member provided with wheels and brakes. The support member houses heating and refrigeration equipment and control elements. The support member supports a center body or table which includes compartments which may be heated or cooled, as well as a slab which may be cooled and a plate which may be heated. At least one column is disposed on the center body or table and supports a shield screen and light. The case may be used for self-service or buffet-style presentation.