Two Compartment Commercial Sink Set with Dual Drainboards

Dual-Basin Layout for Small Kitchens

Why Two Basins, Not Three

Not every kitchen needs a sanitize basin. Cafes, bakeries, juice bars, and quick-service restaurants that primarily use disposable ware or low-volume cookware can meet local health code with a two-step wash-rinse process. The CS02 gives these operations exactly what they need — two deep basins — without paying for the extra compartment and the additional 700 mm of counter space a three-basin unit would require.

Basin Dimensions and Practical Capacity

Each basin holds 45 liters — enough to submerge a 40 cm stock pot completely or wash a half-sheet pan flat without tilting. The 300 mm depth prevents splash-back when staff are scrubbing at speed. Basin corners are radiused to 10 mm for cleaning access; there are no right-angle corners where residue can collect.

Why Drainboards Matter

Air-Drying Space

Both drainboards on the CS02 are 350 mm wide, giving roughly 0.16 square meters of drying surface per side. That’s enough to hold 15–18 dinner plates in a single layer, or a full set of prep containers after sanitizing. Health inspectors in the EU and Gulf Cooperation Council markets increasingly require air-drying space rather than towel-drying, and a unit without drainboards will fail inspection in some jurisdictions.

Pitched Surface Design

Each drainboard is pitched at 2 degrees toward the basin. Water runs back into the sink rather than dripping onto the floor — a detail that matters in kitchens with vinyl or epoxy flooring, where standing water creates slip hazards and accelerates floor degradation.

Material Selection and Surface Finish

Type 304 vs. Alternatives

The standard build uses Type 304 stainless steel (18% chromium, 8% nickel). This grade resists corrosion from the alkaline detergents used in commercial dishwashing and the acidic food residues common in bakery and juice bar environments. Type 201 is available for budget-conscious projects where the sink will be used in a dry prep area rather than constant water exposure — but Type 304 is recommended for any wet-washing application.

Surface Treatment

The standard finish is brushed (satin) — a uniform linear grain that hides minor scratches from daily use and is easier to keep visibly clean than a mirror polish. For projects where aesthetic integration with visible-front kitchen counters matters, polished finish is available. Custom PVD coloring in black, gun metal, gold, brass, or rose gold can be specified for OEM orders.

Footprint Options Across Lengths

Five Length Configurations

The CS02 is available in five standard lengths: 1100, 1300, 1500, 1600, 1700, and 1800 mm. The 1100 mm version fits a single-staff workstation — one person handles both basins. The 1500 mm version accommodates two staff side by side. The 1800 mm version is specified when the unit also serves as a primary prep counter, with drainboards doing double duty as cutting board space during service.

Height and Width Consistency

All versions share a standard height of 850 mm (plus 150 mm backsplash) and depth of 750 mm, matching standard commercial kitchen counter height. This means the CS02 lines up flush with adjacent work tables and equipment stands from any manufacturer, with no step-down or filler strip needed.

Knockdown Assembly for Export Shipping

Flat-Pack Option

The CS02 can be shipped fully welded or in knockdown form. Knockdown units use bolt-together frame connections at six points, with pre-drilled alignment holes and color-coded assembly instructions. Assembly time on-site is approximately 45 minutes with two people and basic hand tools — no welding equipment needed.

Freight Volume Reduction

A knockdown CS02 in the 1500 mm length reduces shipping volume from 1.2 to 0.7 cubic meters per unit. For a distributor importing 40 units per container, that is the difference between a 20-foot and a 40-foot container — a logistics cost decision that directly affects landed price per unit.

Reassembly Reliability

The bolt-together frame uses 10 mm heavy-duty hardware at each connection point. Once assembled and leveled, the unit is structurally equivalent to a welded version for loads up to 150 kg distributed across the deck. For permanent installations, the bolts can be tack-welded on-site if desired.

Buyer Scenarios and Project Fit

Who Orders the CS02

• Restaurant equipment distributors stock the CS02 as a mid-range option between single-bowl hand sinks and three-compartment sanitizing units.

• Kitchen supply houses in Southeast Asia and the Middle East specify it for café and quick-service restaurant fit-outs, where space and budget both favor a two-basin configuration.

• Hotel procurement teams order it for staff kitchens and back-of-house prep areas where the main dishwashing is handled by a flight-type conveyor machine, but a manual sink is still required for pots and pans.

Project Types

Common project contexts include:

• New restaurant builds where the plumbing layout is designed around the sink’s drainboard positions

• kitchen renovations where the existing footprint must be matched

• Catering facility fit-outs where the sink needs to be mobile enough to reposition as workflow changes.

The optional lockable casters make the CS02 suitable for catering operations that share kitchen space across multiple tenants.

Standards and Certification Coverage

cUPC and UPC Compliance

The CS02 is cUPC-certified, meeting the Uniform Plumbing Code requirements for fixture drainage, overflow protection, and material safety. This certification is recognized by plumbing inspectors in the United States and Canada and is often a prerequisite for building permits in new restaurant construction.

CE and WaterMark

For European projects, the unit carries CE marking under the Construction Products Regulation. For Australian installations, WaterMark certification covers plumbing product compliance. Both certifications document material composition, drainage performance, and structural integrity. SGS factory audit reports are available for distributors who need third-party quality documentation.