The Carter Hoffmann O8618 Pan Rack is a commercial-grade storage solution designed for efficient organization and transport of bakery and foodservice trays. Featuring durable aluminum construction, this pan rack measures 20-5/8 inches in width, 26-1/4 inches in depth, and extends to a height of 64-3/16 inches. Equipped with open sides and fixed angle slides, it provides easy access and secure placement for (18) 18" x 26" trays, with precise 3-inch spacing to optimize workflow in food preparation, baking, and catering environments. Its end-loading design facilitates seamless integration into busy commercial kitchens, making it an essential component for high-volume foodservice operations. The aluminum build ensures longevity, resistance to corrosion, and ease of maintenance, fitting well into professional culinary settings requiring reliable tray storage and movement solutions.
Top Carter Hoffmann O8618 Features
The Carter Hoffmann O8618 Pan Rack offers a robust aluminum frame with open sides and fixed angle slides designed for high-capacity tray storage. Its precise dimensions accommodate 18 trays with 3-inch spacing, making it suitable for demanding bakery, catering, or food production environments. The unit's end loading with 5-inch casters ensures stability, mobility, and ease of repositioning. Built for durability, it withstands rigorous daily use while maintaining structural integrity and ease of cleaning. The open design simplifies cleaning routines and minimizes maintenance efforts, ideal for fast-paced commercial kitchens where efficiency is paramount.
- Capacity: Holds 18 trays of 18" x 26" dimensions with 3" spacing
- Material: Aluminum construction for corrosion resistance and longevity
- Design: Open sides with fixed angle slides for quick access
- Mobility: Equipped with 5" casters for easy repositioning in busy kitchens
- Ease of Maintenance: Open frame allows straightforward cleaning and sanitation
Ideal for bakery production lines, catering services, or food prep areas requiring efficient tray organization and transport.
Carter Hoffmann O8618 Technical Specs
The Carter Hoffmann O8618 Pan Rack features a sturdy aluminum construction, measuring 20-5/8 inches in width, 26-1/4 inches in depth, and extending to 64-3/16 inches in height. It is shipped assembled, offering a weight of 87 lbs for ease of handling and placement. The unit supports end loading with fixed-angle slides positioned at 3 to 3-3/4-inch centers, optimizing storage density. Its open top and side design facilitate swift tray access, while 5-inch casters enable smooth mobility across various flooring surfaces. The aluminum materials ensure resistance to corrosion and ease of cleaning, suitable for high-volume foodservice environments. Operating within a safe temperature range, this pan rack is ideal for bakery, catering, or meal prep facilities requiring reliable, durable tray organization solutions.
- Dimensions: 20-5/8" W x 26-1/4" D x 64-3/16" H
- Material: Aluminum for durability and corrosion resistance
- Weight: 87 lbs for transportation and handling
- Loading: End loading with fixed angle slides at 3–3-3/4" centers
- Casters: 5" non-marking for mobility
- Finish: Aluminum exterior with welded assembly for long-term use
What is a commercial pan rack?
A commercial pan rack is a heavy-duty storage unit designed for holding multiple food trays in professional kitchen environments. These racks are typically constructed from durable materials such as aluminum or stainless steel to withstand daily use in bakery, catering, or food preparation facilities. They feature dimensions and configurations optimized for high-volume tray storage, with features like open sides for quick access, fixed-angle slides for stability, and casters for mobility. The Carter Hoffmann O8618 Pan Rack, for example, is designed specifically for end loading and accommodates 18 trays measuring 18" x 26" with precise spacing, making it an integral component of efficient foodservice workflows and tray management systems in demanding commercial kitchens.
Top commercial pan racks for bakery and catering environments
Designed for moderate throughput, the Carter Hoffmann O8618 offers durable aluminum construction, precise tray capacity, and easy mobility, ideal for bakery, catering, or prep kitchen workflows. Carter-Hoffmann (Middleby) model O8618 is suited for high-volume tray storage and transport in foodservice operations requiring efficient tray organization.
- Operation type — suitable for bakery and catering kitchens
- Kitchen type — designed for compact commercial spaces
- Foodservice category — catering, bakery, food prep
- Workload qualifier — supports moderate throughput
- Use case — optimal for tray organization and transport
Why Choose Carter Hoffmann O8618?
Compared to similar models, the Carter Hoffmann O8618 pan rack stands out through its robust aluminum construction, end-loading design, and precise dimensions that maximize tray capacity within a compact footprint. Its open sides and fixed-angle slides facilitate quick access and streamlined workflow, while the welded assembly and casters enhance durability and mobility, respectively. Designed for demanding foodservice settings, this pan rack improves operational efficiency by ensuring reliable tray handling and ease of sanitation, making it a versatile choice for commercial kitchen equipment.
- Self-contained aluminum design for corrosion resistance and durability
- Optimized dimensions for high-capacity tray storage
- Mobility with 5" casters for flexible kitchen placement
- Open sides for efficient cleaning and tray access
- End loading for quick tray handling in busy environments
