Mechline Basix Sinks

This is a compact, hands-free hand wash basin designed for commercial kitchens where hygiene control is a practical requirement rather than an afterthought. The knee-operated mechanism allows kitchen staff to activate the water flow without touching any surface with their hands, which is particularly relevant in food preparation areas where cross-contamination risk needs to be managed at every touchpoint.

The basin is constructed in stainless steel and includes a drain boss, premixer valve, and spout as standard. The premixer allows hot and cold water to be blended before reaching the spout, so staff are not adjusting separate taps during service — a small but useful detail in a busy kitchen environment. The upstand is included, helping to protect the wall fixing area from water ingress over time.

In practical terms, this type of hand wash station is well suited to:

• Food preparation areas requiring frequent hand washing between tasks
• Kitchens where Food Standards Agency compliance and hygiene audit readiness are ongoing concerns
• Sites where reducing water wastage through uncontrolled tap use is a consideration
• Compact kitchen layouts where wall space is limited

At this size, it is best suited to lower-volume environments — smaller restaurant kitchens, café prep areas, or secondary wash points rather than a primary station in a high-throughput operation. For busier sites requiring a more substantial wash station, larger-format options are worth considering.

It is worth noting that the splashback is sold separately, so factor that into your installation planning. If you are unsure whether this basin suits your layout or compliance requirements, we are happy to talk it through before you order.

This stainless steel splashback panel is a purpose-sized wall protection panel designed for use with knee-operated sinks in commercial kitchen and food preparation environments. It sits directly behind the sink to protect the wall surface from water splash and general moisture, keeping the surrounding area clean and compliant with hygiene standards.

In a working kitchen, the area behind a knee-operated sink takes a sustained amount of moisture and splashing throughout the day. A bare or poorly protected wall surface quickly becomes difficult to clean and can harbour bacteria over time. A correctly fitted stainless steel panel addresses this directly — the surface is smooth, non-porous, and straightforward to wipe down between services.

Practical benefits for kitchen operators include:

• Smooth stainless steel surface resists moisture and is simple to sanitise
• Sized specifically to suit knee-operated sink installations
• Lightweight at 1.1kg, making handling and fitting manageable
• Durable material that holds up well under daily cleaning routines
• Helps maintain a hygienic, compliant working environment behind the sink

Installation is straightforward. The panel is designed to be wall-mounted directly behind the sink unit. Because it is a passive fitting with no electrical, gas, or water connections, there are no utility prerequisites beyond a suitable fixing surface. It is worth confirming the wall substrate before fitting to ensure fixings will hold securely, particularly in older or tiled kitchen walls.

This panel is well suited to any commercial kitchen, café, or food service environment that uses a knee-operated sink and needs a reliable, hygienic wall protection solution behind it. It is a focused, single-purpose product rather than a full splashback run, so operators fitting out a wider wall area may need to consider additional panels or an extended solution.

If you are unsure whether this panel suits your sink configuration or wall setup, our team is happy to help you confirm the right fit before you order.

The Basix janitorial sink is a dedicated utility sink designed for back-of-house cleaning tasks. Built from stainless steel throughout, it provides a practical, hard-wearing point for filling mop buckets, rinsing cleaning equipment, and disposing of waste water — keeping janitorial work separate from food preparation and warewashing areas.

In commercial kitchens and hospitality environments, having a dedicated janitorial sink matters. It supports proper hygiene zoning, reduces cross-contamination risk, and keeps cleaning staff away from areas that should remain food-safe. The stainless steel construction holds up well to the chemical cleaning agents and heavy daily use that janitorial sinks routinely encounter.

Practical benefits for operators include:

• Durable stainless steel resists corrosion from cleaning chemicals
• Dedicated unit supports hygiene zoning in commercial premises
• Straightforward design makes cleaning the sink itself quick and straightforward
• Suitable for a range of back-of-house utility areas
• Self-contained unit that integrates easily into most existing plumbing layouts

Installation requires a cold water supply and a suitable waste connection. The sink should be positioned in a well-ventilated utility area with adequate drainage nearby. At 22kg, it is manageable for a two-person installation. It is worth confirming floor strength and drainage provision before fitting, particularly in older buildings where utilities may not have been designed with a dedicated janitorial point in mind.

This sink is well suited to hotels, restaurants, schools, care homes, and any commercial premises where proper hygiene zoning is a priority. For larger sites with higher-demand cleaning operations, it is worth considering whether a deeper or larger-format unit would better meet the volume of use.

If you are unsure whether this unit fits your site layout or hygiene zoning requirements, our team is happy to talk it through with you.

This is a compact stainless steel hand wash basin from Mechline's Basix range, designed for fixed installation at a dedicated hand-washing point in a commercial kitchen or food preparation area. It is supplied with a drain boss, front apron, overflow, and a compatible basin tap included as standard.

Dedicated hand wash basins are a legal requirement in food preparation environments under UK food hygiene legislation, and this unit addresses that requirement in a practical, unfussy format. The stainless steel construction holds up well against repeated cleaning with commercial sanitisers and resists the corrosion and discolouration that humid kitchen environments can cause to lower-grade materials over time.

A few practical points worth confirming before ordering:

• A basin tap is included as standard
• No chain is supplied — a wall-mounted soap dispenser is typically used alongside
• Requires a plumbed waste connection and a cold or mixed water supply
• Wall fixings and installation are not included; a competent plumber should carry out the connection

At 2.7kg, the basin is straightforward to handle during fitting and suits smaller kitchen footprints where space at the wash point is limited. It is well suited to small commercial kitchens, prep areas, café back-of-house installations, and front-of-house service points. For higher-traffic sites or locations where a larger or heavier-gauge unit would be more appropriate, alternatives are available in the range.

If you are fitting out a kitchen for the first time or want to confirm this basin meets your environmental health requirements, we are happy to talk it through.

This is a compact, wall-mounted hand wash basin manufactured from ABS polycarbonate. It is supplied complete with taps and is available with an optional matching splashback. The grey finish is consistent with standard commercial kitchen aesthetics and the polycarbonate construction keeps the unit light without compromising day-to-day durability.

Polycarbonate basins of this type are commonly used in commercial kitchens where a dedicated hand wash point is required under food hygiene regulations. The compact footprint makes it practical in tight spaces — behind a prep station, beside a cooking line, or in a back-of-house washing area — without taking up significant wall or floor space.

Key practical points worth noting:

• Supplied with taps, reducing the number of separate fittings to source
• Lightweight polycarbonate construction simplifies wall fixing
• Compact form suits installations where space is limited
• Optional splashback available in matching grey
• British-made unit from a straightforward, proven range

Installation requires a standard hot and cold water supply and a suitable waste outlet. Wall fixings should be appropriate for the surface material — solid masonry, stud partition, and tiled surfaces each have different requirements, so confirm your wall construction before ordering. The basin is suited to lower-traffic hand wash points; for sites with very high footfall or continuous use across multiple shifts, a heavier-duty stainless steel option may be worth considering.

This basin is well suited to smaller commercial kitchens, cafés, food vans, temporary catering facilities, or any site that needs a compliant hand wash point without the cost or weight of a full stainless steel unit. It also works well as a secondary basin in larger kitchens where multiple wash points are needed.

If you are unsure whether this basin is the right fit for your installation — particularly around wall type, water supply, or compliance requirements — the team is happy to talk it through with you before you order.