W-Series Welded and Knock Down Pan Racks

• All Welded Aluminum
  • 1″ H x 1 1/2″ W Pan Slides
• Holds Standard 18″ x 26″ Sheet Pans
• 5″ Swivel Casters
• “KD” Knock Down Rack
  • Ships UPS in One Box
  • Assembles with 12 Fasteners
• “W” All Welded Rack
  • Re-Enforced Gusset Corners
  • Ships LTL
• Optional
  • Locking Casters
  • Heavy Duty Swivel Casters
  • Heavy Duty Locking Casters
  • Pan Stop
  • Covers

W-Series Welded and Knock Down Pan Racks

The PVI W-Series Welded and Knock Down Pan Rack is a dependable sheet pan storage and transport solution for commercial kitchens, bakeries, cafeterias, schools, healthcare food service departments, senior living kitchens, correctional facilities, commissaries, and institutional food service operations. Standard 18″ x 26″ sheet pans are used constantly in food service, and a well-built pan rack helps staff keep production organized, mobile, and efficient.

This rack is built from all-welded aluminum and uses 1″ high by 1½″ wide pan slides. It holds standard 18″ x 26″ sheet pans and includes 5″ swivel casters. PVI offers the rack in KD knock-down and all-welded versions. The KD rack ships UPS in one box and assembles with 12 fasteners. The all-welded rack includes reinforced gusset corners and ships LTL.

The W-Series is available in end-load and side-load models, with shelf spacing options from 2″ to 6″ and pan capacities ranging from 10 to 30 pans. Optional accessories include locking casters, heavy-duty swivel casters, heavy-duty locking casters, pan stops, and covers.

For kitchens that need a proven, everyday pan rack with multiple configurations, the W-Series is a practical choice.

Built for Standard Sheet Pan Storage

The W-Series Pan Rack is designed to hold standard 18″ x 26″ sheet pans. This is one of the most widely used pan sizes in food service. Sheet pans are used for baking, roasting, cooling, proofing, holding, prep, storage, and transport.

Because sheet pans are used in so many parts of the kitchen, a pan rack needs to be flexible. The same rack may be used near ovens in the morning, in prep during lunch production, in a cooler during holding, and near a service area later in the day.

The W-Series supports that daily movement by giving pans a dedicated rack system that keeps them separated, organized, and mobile.

Aluminum Construction That Will Not Rust

Food service environments are tough on equipment. Racks are exposed to moisture, cleaning, refrigeration, heat, food residue, and frequent movement. Aluminum construction is a strong choice because it is durable and rust resistant.

The W-Series Pan Rack is built from all-welded aluminum. That helps maintain a cleaner appearance and supports long-term use in commercial kitchen environments. Rust resistance is especially important for racks used around coolers, dish areas, prep sinks, and cleaning processes.

Aluminum also provides strength without unnecessary weight, helping staff move racks more easily than heavier alternatives.

1″ x 1½″ Pan Slides

The rack uses 1″ high by 1½″ wide pan slides. These slides provide a dependable support surface for standard sheet pans. In daily use, pans need to slide in and out smoothly while staying properly supported.

A strong slide system matters because pans may be empty, heavily loaded, hot, cold, or filled with delicate products. The slides help keep pans separated and accessible, reducing the need for stacking and restacking.

The 1½″ width provides practical support for commercial kitchen use while maintaining efficient pan spacing.

KD Knock-Down Version

The KD version ships UPS in one box and assembles with 12 fasteners. This is a major advantage for buyers who want easier shipping and receiving.

Large assembled racks can be bulky and may require freight delivery. A KD rack reduces shipping complexity while still providing a full-capacity pan rack once assembled. This is useful for dealers, distributors, restaurants, and facilities that prefer small-parcel delivery.

The 12-fastener assembly keeps setup straightforward. Once assembled, the rack can be put into service for pan storage and transport.

All-Welded Version

The all-welded version includes reinforced gusset corners and ships LTL. This option is ideal for operations that prefer a fully assembled rack with added structural reinforcement.

Reinforced gusset corners help strengthen the rack at key points. In busy kitchens, pan racks are moved, bumped, loaded, unloaded, and cleaned every day. A welded rack with reinforced corners can provide added confidence for heavy daily use.

For institutional kitchens, bakeries, commissaries, and high-volume operations, the all-welded version may be the preferred option.

End-Load and Side-Load Configurations

PVI offers W-Series models in end-load and side-load configurations. End-load racks are loaded from the narrow end of the rack, while side-load racks are loaded from the longer side.

This gives buyers the ability to match the rack to the kitchen layout. End-load racks are often useful in tight aisles or where the rack is positioned with the narrow side facing the work area. Side-load racks can provide easier pan access along prep tables, cooling areas, or service stations.

The right choice depends on how the rack will be used and where staff will access the pans.

Shelf Spacing from 2″ to 6″

The W-Series is available with shelf spacing options from 2″ to 6″. This is one of the most important selection factors because shelf spacing determines pan capacity and vertical clearance.

The 2″ spacing models hold up to 30 pans, making them useful when maximum capacity is needed for low-profile products or empty pans. The 3″ spacing models hold 20 pans, providing a strong balance of capacity and clearance. The 4″ spacing models hold 15 pans, while the 5″ spacing models hold 12 pans. The 6″ spacing models hold 10 pans and provide the most clearance for taller products.

This allows kitchens to choose a rack based on real production needs rather than buying a one-size-fits-all rack.

Optional Pan Stops and Covers

PVI offers pan stops and covers as options. Pan stops help keep pans from sliding during movement, which can be useful when racks are transported through active kitchens, coolers, corridors, or service areas.

Covers can help protect products during cooling, proofing, holding, staging, or transport. They may also help shield food from dust, kitchen traffic, or exposure during short-term storage.

These accessories allow operators to customize the rack for their workflow.

Caster Options for Different Workloads

The W-Series includes 5″ swivel casters, with optional locking casters, heavy-duty swivel casters, and heavy-duty locking casters available. Casters play a major role in rack performance because pan racks are frequently moved while loaded.

Swivel casters help the rack turn and maneuver in tight spaces. Locking casters keep the rack stationary when needed. Heavy-duty casters can support more demanding environments where racks are moved frequently or over less-than-perfect floors.

Choosing the right caster setup can improve safety, control, and daily usability.

Ideal Applications

The PVI W-Series Welded and Knock Down Pan Rack is ideal for:

Commercial kitchens
Bakeries
Restaurants
School food service
Healthcare food service
Senior living kitchens
Correctional kitchens
Commissary kitchens
Central production kitchens
Catering operations
Institutional cafeterias
Convenience food programs
Prep, baking, cooling, and holding areas

Any operation that uses standard 18″ x 26″ sheet pans can benefit from a W-Series rack.

Why Choose PVI W-Series Pan Racks

The PVI W-Series Welded and Knock Down Pan Rack gives kitchens a reliable, flexible, and configurable sheet pan storage solution. With aluminum construction, 1″ x 1½″ slides, 5″ swivel casters, KD and all-welded versions, end-load and side-load options, multiple shelf spacings, and useful accessories, it is built for everyday food service work.

For operations that need dependable pan organization and transport, the W-Series is a strong choice.

What pan size does the W-Series Pan Rack hold?

It holds standard 18″ x 26″ sheet pans.

Is the rack available as a knock-down model?

Yes. KD models ship UPS in one box and assemble with 12 fasteners.

Is an all-welded model available?

Yes. All-welded models include reinforced gusset corners and ship LTL.

What casters come with the rack?

The rack includes 5″ swivel casters.

Are locking casters available?

Yes. Locking casters, heavy-duty swivel casters, and heavy-duty locking casters are available.

Are end-load and side-load models available?

Yes. PVI lists both end-load and side-load configurations.

What shelf spacing options are available?

PVI lists 2″, 3″, 4″, 5″, and 6″ shelf spacing options.

What pan capacities are available?

Depending on shelf spacing, models hold 30, 20, 15, 12, or 10 pans.

Are pan stops and covers available?

Yes. Pan stops and covers are available as options.

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