15″ x 20″ Tray Rack

• 1 1/2″ wide slides
  • Holds two (2) 15″ x 20″ serving trays
• All aluminum – will not rust
• 5″ swivel stem casters
• Optional
  • Locking casters
  • Heavy duty swivel stem casters
  • Heavy duty locking stem casters
• “KD” Rack
  • Ships UPS in one box
  • Assembles with 12 fasteners
• “W” all welded rack
  • Reinforced gusset corners
  • Ships LTL

15″ x 20″ Tray Rack

The PVI 15″ x 20″ Tray Rack is built for food service operations that need dependable, organized, and mobile storage for standard serving trays. In busy kitchens, cafeterias, healthcare facilities, schools, correctional facilities, hospitality operations, bakeries, and institutional food service environments, tray handling has a direct impact on speed, organization, sanitation, and workflow. A tray rack may seem like a simple piece of equipment, but when it is designed well, it helps staff move more efficiently, keep trays protected, and improve day-to-day production.

This rack is designed specifically for 15″ x 20″ serving trays and is available in both knock-down and all-welded configurations. That gives food service buyers flexibility depending on shipping needs, assembly preferences, and long-term durability requirements. For operations that need a rack that ships efficiently and assembles on-site, the KD version is a practical choice. For facilities that prefer a fully welded rack with reinforced gusset corners and LTL shipping, the welded version offers a rugged solution for demanding use.

Made from all aluminum, the PVI 15″ x 20″ Tray Rack is designed not to rust, making it a strong fit for food service environments where cleaning, moisture, and repeated use are part of daily operations. The rack includes 1 1/2″ wide slides, 5″ swivel stem casters, and options for locking casters, heavy-duty swivel stem casters, and heavy-duty locking stem casters. It is a straightforward, dependable tray storage and transport solution for commercial kitchens that need equipment built for real work.

Built for Standard 15″ x 20″ Serving Trays

Serving trays are used constantly in high-volume food service. They move through prep areas, tray lines, dining areas, dish rooms, holding areas, and storage spaces. When trays are stacked on counters, carts, or shelves without dedicated organization, they can take up valuable space and slow down staff. A tray rack solves that problem by creating a vertical storage and transport system designed around the tray size.

The PVI 15″ x 20″ Tray Rack is made to hold two 15″ x 20″ serving trays per slide level. This makes it especially useful for institutional feeding operations, schools, cafeterias, healthcare food service, senior living facilities, correctional facilities, and other environments where large quantities of trays need to be staged, stored, moved, or cleaned.

Instead of spreading trays across multiple work surfaces, staff can load them into a dedicated rack and move them where they are needed. That improves organization and helps reduce clutter in active kitchen areas.

All-Aluminum Construction That Will Not Rust

Food service equipment has to stand up to moisture, cleaning chemicals, frequent movement, temperature changes, and heavy daily use. PVI’s 15″ x 20″ Tray Rack is built from all aluminum, which means it will not rust. That is an important advantage in kitchens, dish rooms, storage rooms, and serving areas where water and cleaning are unavoidable.

Aluminum also provides a strong balance between durability and manageable weight. A tray rack needs to be sturdy enough to carry loaded trays, but it also needs to remain easy for staff to move. PVI’s aluminum construction helps provide that balance. The result is a rack that is practical for everyday use and well suited for commercial food service environments.

For facilities focused on long-term value, rust resistance is more than a convenience. Equipment that resists corrosion can help maintain a cleaner appearance, reduce replacement concerns, and support a more professional back-of-house operation.

Knock-Down and All-Welded Options

One of the most useful features of the PVI 15″ x 20″ Tray Rack is that it is available as either a KD rack or a welded rack.

The KD version ships UPS in one box and assembles with 12 fasteners. This can be a major advantage for dealers, distributors, and food service operations that want a lower-friction shipping process. Knock-down equipment is easier to handle, store, and receive, especially when dock access or freight delivery is a concern. Once assembled, the rack provides the tray capacity and mobility needed for active food service use.

The all-welded version is built for operations that prefer a fully assembled, welded rack. It includes reinforced gusset corners and ships LTL. This is a strong choice for facilities that want rugged construction and minimal assembly. For demanding environments where racks are moved frequently, loaded heavily, or used across multiple shifts, the welded version can provide added confidence.

By offering both configurations, PVI gives buyers the ability to choose based on their operation’s priorities: shipping convenience, assembly flexibility, or welded durability.

20- and 24-Tray Capacity Options

The 15″ x 20″ Tray Rack is available in models with different shelf spacing and tray capacities. PVI offers 5″ shelf spacing models with 24-tray capacity and 6″ shelf spacing models with 20-tray capacity. This gives food service operators the ability to choose a rack based on how much vertical clearance they need between trays.

The 5″ spacing option is ideal when maximizing tray count is the priority. It allows more trays to be stored in the same rack footprint. That can be helpful in cafeterias, schools, and institutional kitchens where volume matters and staff need to stage many trays at once.

The 6″ spacing option provides additional clearance between tray levels. This may be useful when trays need more space because of items placed on them, handling preferences, or specific workflow requirements. The lower tray capacity is balanced by easier access and additional clearance.

Choosing the right model depends on how the rack will be used. If trays are empty or low-profile, maximum capacity may be the top priority. If trays require more clearance, the 6″ spacing version may be the better fit.

Smooth Mobility with 5″ Swivel Stem Casters

A tray rack needs to move smoothly through real food service environments. PVI includes 5″ swivel stem casters on the 15″ x 20″ Tray Rack. These casters help staff maneuver the rack through kitchen aisles, tray line areas, dish rooms, storage rooms, and serving spaces.

Swivel casters are especially useful in tight spaces. Food service operations are often crowded, with worktables, prep stations, sinks, ovens, carts, racks, and employees all moving at the same time. A mobile tray rack needs to turn easily and respond predictably.

Optional caster upgrades are also available, including locking casters, heavy-duty swivel stem casters, and heavy-duty locking stem casters. These options allow the rack to be better matched to the facility’s workload. Locking casters can help keep the rack in place during loading, unloading, or staging. Heavy-duty casters may be appropriate for more demanding environments or rougher floors.

Designed to Improve Kitchen Workflow

The PVI 15″ x 20″ Tray Rack is not just a storage product. It is a workflow product. In high-volume food service, the ability to organize trays vertically and move them efficiently can make a noticeable difference.

For prep teams, the rack can be used to stage trays before service. For serving teams, it can help organize trays during meal periods. For dish room staff, it can provide a dedicated place for clean trays waiting to be reused. For catering and institutional feeding operations, it can help move trays from one area to another without tying up counters or carts.

The value is especially clear in operations where staff handle hundreds or thousands of trays per day. A well-designed tray rack helps reduce wasted motion, keeps trays accessible, and supports cleaner organization.

Ideal Applications

The PVI 15″ x 20″ Tray Rack is well suited for:

Commercial kitchens
School cafeterias
Healthcare food service departments
Senior living dining operations
Correctional food service
Corporate cafeterias
Institutional kitchens
Banquet and catering operations
Tray line production
Dish room staging
Food prep and serving areas

Any operation that uses 15″ x 20″ serving trays can benefit from a rack designed specifically for that purpose.

Why Choose PVI

PVI food service equipment is designed for practical use in demanding environments. The 15″ x 20″ Tray Rack reflects that approach with all-aluminum construction, rust resistance, strong mobility, KD and welded options, and rack configurations that match real tray-handling needs.

Instead of relying on generic carts or shelving, food service teams can use a rack built around the size and workflow of serving trays. That means better organization, easier transport, and a cleaner, more efficient kitchen.

What size trays does this rack hold?

The PVI 15″ x 20″ Tray Rack is designed for 15″ x 20″ serving trays and holds two trays per slide level.

Is the rack aluminum?

Yes. The rack is made from all aluminum, so it will not rust.

Is the rack available assembled?

Yes. PVI offers an all-welded version with reinforced gusset corners that ships LTL.

Is there a knock-down version?

Yes. The KD version ships UPS in one box and assembles with 12 fasteners.

What tray capacities are available?

Depending on the model, the rack holds either 20 or 24 trays.

Does the rack come with casters?

Yes. The rack includes 5″ swivel stem casters, with optional locking and heavy-duty caster choices available.

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