Dunnage Racks and Floor Storage

Dunnage racks are low-profile storage platforms designed to keep bulk goods, sacks, and heavy containers raised clear of the floor. The EAIS Armour range uses an open wire deck on a three-sided stability frame, providing a firm, level base whilst allowing air to circulate freely underneath and around stored items.

In commercial kitchens and storerooms, keeping floor-level stock properly elevated is a basic food hygiene requirement. Dunnage racks make routine cleaning considerably more straightforward — a mop or floor scrubber can pass underneath without having to shift heavy loads — and they help prevent moisture-related deterioration of packaging and produce. The open wire construction also means spills and condensation drain away rather than pooling beneath stored goods.

• Raises stock off the floor to support hygiene compliance
• Open wire deck improves airflow and reduces condensation build-up
• Three-sided frame provides lateral stability for heavy or bulky loads
• Available in multiple length and depth options to suit different storeroom layouts
• Easy to clean around and underneath during routine hygiene passes

These racks require no installation and no power supply. The main practical consideration is matching the rack dimensions to your available floor space and the loads you intend to store. A rack that is too narrow for the goods placed on it presents a safety risk, so it is worth thinking through your most common use cases before ordering. Sites that regularly handle very heavy, pallet-quantity loads should confirm the rack specification is appropriate for those weights before purchasing.

Dunnage racks of this type are well suited to dry stores, walk-in cold rooms, and general storeroom use across most sizes of catering operation — from small independent kitchens through to contract catering and institutional sites. For larger operations with extensive bulk storage requirements, higher-capacity options may be worth exploring.

If you are working out which sizes or combination of racks best fits your layout, we are happy to talk it through before you order.

A dunnage rack is a low-level, free-standing platform designed to lift dry goods, boxed stock, sacked ingredients, and bulk supplies clear of the floor. The EAIS version is built on a welded steel frame with a powder coated finish and a solid deck surface — meaning there are no gaps for smaller items or loose packaging to fall through, which makes it particularly practical for sacked goods, large containers, and irregularly shaped stock.

In day-to-day back-of-house use, keeping floor-level storage compliant is straightforward in principle but easy to overlook under pressure. Raising stock off the ground allows cleaning equipment to pass underneath freely, supports pest control measures, and keeps goods clear of standing water from spillages or drain overflow. The three-sided welded frame keeps the unit rigid under load without needing to be fixed to a wall or floor.

Practical operational benefits include:

• Solid deck supports sacked goods and irregular packaging without items shifting or falling through
• Powder coated finish provides reliable durability in dry and ambient storage conditions
• Three-sided frame gives free-standing stability with no wall fixing required
• Low-profile design keeps stored goods accessible without awkward reaching or steps
• Simple welded construction with no moving parts — minimal maintenance required

These racks need no installation beyond placing them on a level floor. They are well suited to dry stores, ambient storerooms, and general back-of-house areas. It is worth noting that powder coating is suited to dry and ambient conditions; in refrigerated environments or areas subject to regular wet cleaning, a stainless steel dunnage rack is likely to be a more durable long-term option.

A sensible choice for independent kitchens, cafés, pubs, and takeaways needing cost-effective, compliant floor-level storage. Operators fitting out a full dry store may find it worth pairing dunnage racks at floor level with open shelving units above to make full use of the available height.

If you are working out the best layout for a storeroom or need to compare sizes, the team is glad to have a look with you.

Dunnage racks are low-profile floor-standing storage platforms designed to raise dry goods, bulk ingredients, and packaged product off the kitchen floor. EAIS manufacture these in galvanised steel with a solid deck surface, making them a reliable choice for dry stores, walk-in areas, and back-of-house storage where raised floor-level storage is a hygiene and compliance requirement.

In working kitchens, dunnage racks earn their place by keeping stock clear of cold, damp floors and allowing air to circulate beneath stored goods. The solid deck surface means nothing falls through, which suits bagged or loose product that would shift or spill on an open wire shelf. The three-sided stability frame prevents the rack from racking or distorting under load — particularly relevant when heavy sacks are being placed and removed at pace during a busy goods-in period.

Practical advantages operators typically value:

• Raised platform keeps stock clear of floor-level moisture and cold surfaces
• Solid galvanised deck suits bagged dry goods, boxes, and bulk containers
• Low-profile height fits beneath shelving runs or stands alone in a dry store
• Galvanised finish resists corrosion in humid storage environments
• Three-sided frame maintains structural integrity under repeated heavy loading

These racks require no installation beyond placing on a level floor surface — there are no electrical, gas, or water connections involved. It is worth noting that solid deck dunnage racks are suited to dry storage specifically; they are not the right choice for refrigerated or wet areas, where open-wire designs are generally preferred to allow drainage. If you are placing multiple units, allow adequate aisle clearance for safe manual handling during goods-in.

Well suited to any catering operation with a dedicated dry store — hotels, contract caterers, school kitchens, care homes, and sites handling regular bulk deliveries. For operations needing mid-height or full-height shelving rather than floor-level raised storage, open wire or solid shelving systems would be more appropriate.

If you are specifying dry store storage for a new or refurbished kitchen, the team is happy to talk through what combination of shelving and dunnage racking makes sense for your space.

Dunnage racks are a straightforward but essential piece of storage equipment found in the dry stores, walk-in chillers, and preparation areas of most commercial kitchens. They sit low to the ground and keep stock elevated off the floor — a basic requirement under food hygiene regulations — while the open wire construction allows air to circulate freely around stored goods. EAIS manufacture these racks in stainless steel wire with a three-sided stability frame, giving them a solid, rigid base that holds its shape reliably under the weight of bulk deliveries and heavy catering packs.

In day-to-day use, dunnage racks are commonly relied upon for sacks of dry goods, canned stock, and bulk frozen product. The open frame supports temperature control in refrigerated environments and helps prevent moisture build-up in dry stores. The low profile also keeps stored items accessible during a busy goods-in period or a fast service shift, without staff having to reach or crouch awkwardly.

• Elevates stock off the floor in line with food hygiene requirements
• Open wire frame promotes airflow in both chiller and dry storage areas
• Stainless steel construction performs reliably in damp and refrigerated environments
• Three-sided frame provides stability under heavy or unevenly distributed loads
• Available in a range of sizes to suit different storage layouts

These racks suit kitchens of most sizes, from smaller independent operations through to high-volume catering sites. It is worth confirming the dimensions that work for your specific storage layout before ordering, as sizes vary across the range. For sites carrying very high stock volumes or with demanding load requirements, heavier-duty shelving may be worth considering alongside these.

If you are fitting out a storage area and would find it useful to talk through sizing or configuration, the team is glad to help.

A dunnage rack is a low-profile, floor-standing storage platform designed to keep bulk stock elevated above ground level. The EAIS version is constructed in stainless steel with a perforated deck surface, making it suitable for both ambient dry stores and chilled environments where durability and hygiene compliance are everyday requirements.

In practice, dunnage racks are most commonly found in walk-in refrigerators, dry goods stores, and goods-in areas where catering tins, bagged produce, and boxed stock are stored at floor level. Keeping goods raised off the ground allows air to circulate beneath stored items, supports food hygiene compliance, and protects stock from floor cleaning water and low-level condensation — both of which are routine concerns in commercial back-of-house areas. The three-sided stability frame keeps the rack steady under heavy or unevenly distributed loads.

Key operational advantages include:

• Perforated deck promotes airflow beneath and around stored goods
• Stainless steel construction handles damp and chilled environments reliably
• Three-sided frame maintains stability under heavy bulk stock
• Low-profile design suits tight floor spaces in stores and cold rooms
• Available in a range of sizes to fit different storage layouts

No installation is required — these racks are free-standing and simply placed where needed. Before ordering, it is worth measuring available floor space carefully, particularly inside walk-in units where door swing and internal dimensions can limit which size fits appropriately. As with all open-frame storage, these racks are intended for packaged or contained goods rather than loose unpackaged items.

Dunnage racks of this type are well suited to restaurants, hotels, schools, hospitals, and any catering operation where regular floor-level bulk storage is part of the working routine. If you are planning a larger storage layout and want to talk through what works in practice, we are glad to help.

Dunnage racks are a straightforward but genuinely useful part of commercial kitchen storage. Sitting low to the ground, they raise bulk goods — sacks, crates, catering tins, and large containers — off the floor, keeping stock clear of floor-level contamination and helping operators meet food hygiene requirements. These EAIS racks are built from stainless steel with a solid shelf surface, making them a practical choice for dry stores, walk-in cold rooms, and general back-of-house areas.

The solid shelf surface is worth noting. Unlike open wire alternatives, it keeps smaller packaging, bags, and irregularly shaped containers sitting securely without any risk of items dropping through. It also makes the shelf itself straightforward to wipe down. The three-sided stability frame keeps the rack settled under load and makes repositioning manageable during busy goods-in periods.

For kitchen operators, the day-to-day value is practical rather than dramatic:

• Raises stock off the floor to support hygiene compliance
• Solid surface suits a wide range of container shapes and sizes
• Stainless steel holds up well to damp environments and regular cleaning
• Three-sided frame keeps the rack stable under load
• Available in a range of sizes to suit different storeroom footprints

No installation is required — these racks are freestanding and ready to use on delivery. They perform best on level, solid flooring. If you are positioning one inside a refrigerated room, it is worth measuring the internal footprint carefully before ordering, accounting for door swing, evaporator clearance, and any drainage channels that affect usable floor space.

This range suits small to medium operations looking for a reliable, low-maintenance storage solution. For sites handling very heavy bulk loads or high stock turnover, it is worth considering whether a heavier-duty racking option would better serve over time.

If you are fitting out a new storeroom or cold room and want to talk through sizing or configuration before you order, we are happy to help.

Dunnage racks are a practical and often overlooked piece of back-of-house kit. They sit low to the ground and keep dry goods, bulk containers, and bagged produce elevated off the floor — satisfying hygiene requirements and making it straightforward to clean beneath stored stock. EAIS produce these racks in nylon-coated wire construction, which resists moisture and wipes down considerably more easily than bare metal alternatives.

In day-to-day use, dunnage racks tend to live in dry stores, walk-in larders, or general back-of-house storage areas. The nylon wire construction holds up well under the repetitive loading and cleaning cycles that come with a busy kitchen, and the raised profile prevents water and debris accumulating beneath stock during routine mopping or wash-down. The three-sided stability frame is a practical design detail — it resists lateral movement under load, which matters when racks are positioned against a wall or placed in close formation.

• Nylon coating resists moisture and cleans down quickly
• Raised profile supports compliance with floor hygiene requirements
• Three-sided frame maintains stability under load
• Available in multiple sizes to suit different storage layouts
• Suited to dry stores, larders, and back-of-house areas

These racks are well suited to small and medium catering operations, care homes, school kitchens, and similar sites where organised, hygienic floor-level storage is a day-to-day need. For sites with significantly heavier load requirements or larger distribution environments, it is worth considering whether a more heavy-duty shelving solution would be more appropriate.

If you are working out which size or configuration fits your storage layout, the team is glad to help you think it through before you order.

A dunnage rack is a low-level storage platform designed to keep bulk goods raised off the floor in storerooms, dry stores, and walk-in refrigeration. The EAIS chrome wire dunnage rack is a straightforward, practical piece of kit that addresses one of the most basic requirements in any food business — keeping stock off direct floor contact to satisfy food hygiene regulations and maintain a cleanable environment.

The chrome wire construction keeps the rack light enough to reposition as your storage layout demands, while the open wire design allows air to circulate freely beneath stored goods. In refrigerated environments this is particularly relevant, as unobstructed airflow under bulk stock supports more consistent temperature distribution throughout the cold room. The stability frame prevents racking or shifting under load, which matters when staff are moving quickly during a delivery or a busy service period.

In day-to-day use, operators find these racks useful for:

• Maintaining required floor clearance in line with food hygiene guidance
• Improving airflow beneath bulk stock in refrigerated and ambient storage
• Making it easier to sweep and mop beneath stored goods
• Providing a stable platform for heavy crates, sacks, and cases
• Organising high-volume storage areas without the need for fixed installation

No installation is required — the rack is freestanding and can be repositioned as your storage needs change. There are no electrical, water, or gas connections involved, and no fixings to the floor or walls. It is worth checking the load rating against your typical delivery weights before purchasing, particularly if you regularly receive heavy palletised goods.

This type of rack suits operations that receive regular bulk deliveries and need a compliant, flexible storage solution at floor level — pub kitchens, school kitchens, contract catering sites, and similar environments where stock rotation is part of the daily routine. For sites requiring full-height storage or significantly heavier load capacity, multi-tier racking or wall-mounted shelving may be a better fit.

If you are fitting out a storeroom and want to talk through the right combination of dunnage and shelving for your layout, our team is happy to help you get it right.