PFS 2025 Catalog - Flipbook - Page 146
COMMERCIAL DISHWASH RACK GUIDE
Enhance efficiency and cleanliness in your establishment with
the right commercial dishwasher racks. Selecting suitable
racks ensures clean, sanitized dishes and smallwares, and
helps reduce replacement costs.
Dishwasher racks hold dishware, glassware, and flatware
during cleaning in commercial dishwashers. Using the proper
racks helps prevent chipping and breakage, and ensures
proper spacing for effective washing. Various styles are
available; choose according to your needs.
Choosing the Right Rack Size
• You will need the diameter and height of your glassware
• Manufacturers offer different compartment combinations to
accommodate various sizes
Dishwasher Rack Sizes
Height Extenders
• Half-size (20" x 10") and full-size (20" x 20")
• Choose based on storage space, dishware volume,
and transportation needs
• Add 15⁄8" of height to dishwasher racks
• Available for full-size and half-size racks
JANITORIAL
Types of Commercial Dishwasher Racks
Glass and Cup Racks
Peg Racks
Compartment Flatware Racks
• Designed for washing,
transporting, and storing
glasses, cups, stemware,
pitchers, or decanters
• Include compartments for
stability, use with extenders
for taller glasses
• Suitable for plates, bowls, trays,
or other smallwares
• Pegs provide extra security, help
reduce excess wear and tear
• Hold flatware upright, ensure efficient
washing and drying
• Available with or without handles for
easy transportation
Open vs. Closed Racks
Base Racks
• Open racks: Better cleaning
and drying, prone to dirt and
contaminants; use with dust
covers
• Closed racks: Protect
dishware from contaminants,
hinder drying process; use
with a tight-fitting lid
• Open base racks: Ideal
for pots, pans, and
irregularly shaped items
• Combination or flatware
racks: Tighter pattern
on the bottom, prevents
small utensils from falling
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