The Lakeside 8568 Sheet Pan/Tray Rack Full Height with Narrow Opening is a commercial-grade storage solution designed for efficient organization of bakery pans, sheet trays, and bakery bun racks in foodservice environments. Manufactured by Lakeside Manufacturing, this pan rack features open sides and a narrow opening, supporting a capacity of 12 full-size (18" x 26") pans or 24 half-size pans. Built from durable aluminum, it ensures longevity and corrosion resistance in high-traffic kitchens. The unit's full-height open-top design facilitates rapid access and airflow, making it ideal for busy bakery, catering, or food prep operations handling moderate throughput. Its angle ledge and 5" center-to-center spacing optimize space utilization and workflow integration, supporting strict food safety and sanitation standards. This full-height model ships unassembled with easy-to-assemble KD hardware, equipped with 5" swivel casters for maneuverability and flexibility in congested kitchens.
Lakeside 8568 Features
The Lakeside 8568 sheet pan/tray rack is tailored for commercial kitchens requiring robust storage with quick access. Its aluminum construction provides durability while maintaining lightweight handling. The open sides and full-height design enable efficient loading, unloading, and inspection of multiple pans. Use cases include bakery, cafeteria, or catering environments needing reliable high-capacity pan storage within tight workflow spaces.
- Capacity: Holds 12 full-size or 24 half-size pans for versatile storage
- Material: Heavy-duty aluminum for corrosion resistance and longevity
- Ease of maintenance: Open-sided design simplifies cleaning and sanitation
- Functionality: Supports full-height storage with angle ledge for stability
- Workflow integration: Equipped with 5" swivel casters for mobility in busy kitchens
This pan rack is suitable for bakery, food prep, and catering applications requiring organized pan storage and quick accessibility.
Lakeside 8568 Technical Specs
The Lakeside 8568 sheet pan/tray rack is constructed entirely from durable aluminum, supporting a height adjustable between 69" and 72" and a width of 20.5" with a depth of 26.5". It features end loading to facilitate ergonomic handling and efficient workflow, with a shipping weight of approximately 32 lbs. The rack supports a maximum capacity of 12 full-size pans or 24 half-size pans, with 5" center-to-center spacing for optimal organization. Equipped with five-inch swivel casters, it provides excellent maneuverability on smooth floors. This model complies with NSF standards and is made in the USA, ensuring quality and safety for commercial foodservice use. The unassembled unit ships with straightforward KD hardware, facilitating quick setup in various kitchen layouts.
- Width: 20.5 inches
- Depth: 26.5 inches
- Height: 69-72 inches adjustable
- Construction: Aluminum for durability and lightweight handling
- Casters: 5-inch swivel casters for mobility
- Capacity: 12 full-size or 24 half-size pans
- Assembly: Ships unassembled with KD hardware
- Standards: NSF certified and made in USA
What is a commercial pan rack?
A commercial pan rack is a sturdy storage unit designed for organized and accessible placement of baking pans, sheet trays, or bun racks in high-volume foodservice settings. These racks are typically constructed from durable materials like aluminum or stainless steel, support varying capacities, and feature open designs to facilitate airflow and sanitation. The Lakeside 8568 sheet pan/tray rack exemplifies this category by offering full-height storage with narrow openings, supporting moderate throughput operations such as bakeries, cafeterias, or catering kitchens. Its design supports efficient workflow and quick pan retrieval, making it ideal for food prep and storage in professional kitchens.
Top commercial sheet pan racks for bakery and food prep environments
The highly durable Lakeside 8568 sheet pan/tray rack offers reliable full-height storage with open sides, supporting efficient bakery or catering operations. Built with aluminum for commercial reliability, it is suited for moderate workloads in bakery and institutional kitchens, ensuring quick access and organized pan storage without sacrificing sanitation or mobility.
- Operation Type — moderate-volume bakery or catering kitchens
- Kitchen Setting — compact commercial bakery, catering, or cafeteria
- Foodservice Category — sheet pan and bun storage solutions
- Workload Qualifier — supports moderate throughput with reliable capacity
- Use Case — organized pan storage for efficient workflow and sanitation
Why Choose Lakeside 8568?
The Lakeside 8568 sheet pan/tray rack distinguishes itself with durable aluminum construction, a full-height open design, and mobility features, providing unmatched reliability and efficiency in busy kitchens. Its narrow opening maximizes storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or sanitation, while the unassembled shipping allows flexible installation tailored to your space. This rack’s heavy-duty materials and innovative features help streamline workflow and maintain high standards of cleanliness, setting it apart from similar models with less thoughtful design.
- Compact footprint with open-sided convenience for busy kitchens
- Heavy-duty aluminum enhances longevity and corrosion resistance
- Full-height open design optimizes accessibility and airflow
- Mobility provided by 5" swivel casters for flexible kitchen layouts
- Supports large capacity storage while maintaining space efficiency