BK Resources BKS-2-24-14 53" 2-Compartment Sink with 24" Bowls, NSF

BK Resources BKS-2-24-14 2-Compartment Sink with 24" Bowls (No Drainboards)

The BK Resources BKS-2-24-14 is an oversize two-compartment stainless steel commercial sink with two 24" x 24" x 14" deep bowls and no drainboards. Overall length runs 53" with a 29-13/16" front-to-back depth and a 43-3/4" overall height including the 9" rear backsplash. The 36" working deck height accommodates standard commercial faucets, pre-rinse units, and gooseneck spouts mounted in the 8"-on-center splash-mount layout positioned between the two bowls. The no-drainboard configuration delivers maximum 24-bowl wash capacity in the shortest possible footprint - 53" overall vs. 96" for the dual-drainboard version - which matters when wall space is limited but the operation still needs full 24" bowl capacity for hotel pans, stockpots, and oversize equipment.

Prefer to pick up locally? Will call pickup is available at 11 US warehouses (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Orlando, Chicago, Denver, Dallas, Boston, Newark, Atlanta, Houston, Cleveland) on the 53-inch two-compartment sink with no drainboards. This BK Resources sink ships nationwide.

T-304 18-gauge stainless steel deck and bowls, galvanized 1-5/8" round legs with adjustable high-impact corrosion-resistant feet, 1-1/2" rounded front and side edges, and two basket drains (BKDR-4) included in the carton make this a true commercial-duty wash unit ready for high-volume kitchen, bakery, and beverage production service. Pre-punched 8"-on-center faucet holes accept any standard 8" OC commercial faucet. NSF listed.

Best Uses for the BKS-2-24-14

• Tight-footprint scratch kitchens needing 24" bowl capacity in walls under 60" wide where the 96" dual-drainboard version will not fit
• Bakery and pastry production wash for full-size sheet pans, large mixing bowls from 20-quart and larger floor mixers, and proofing equipment
• Stockpot and braising pan wash where 12" depth bowls force tipping and 14" depth allows full upright submersion of 13"-tall commercial stockpots
• Produce wash and prep stations handling whole melons, pumpkins, large root vegetables, and full cases of leafy greens that need full submersion
• Brewery, distillery, and beverage production wash for kegs, fermentation vessels, large kettles, and oversize processing equipment where local code permits a 2-bowl wash-and-sanitize cycle
• Butcher and protein prep wash stations handling whole primal cuts, large brining containers, and oversize tubs in tight back-of-house corners
• Catering and banquet kitchens washing oversize chafer pans, full-size insulated transport containers, and Cambro food storage boxes
• Auxiliary 2-compartment wash stations alongside a main 3-compartment dish line where the operator wants 24-bowl pot-and-pan capacity but cannot dedicate 8 feet of wall for the drainboard variant

Wash Workflow Without Drainboards

The BKS-2-24-14 puts two 24" x 24" x 14" bowls in a left-to-right line with no drainboard staging on either side. That layout supports the standard auxiliary wash workflow used in tight-footprint scratch kitchens and the code-approved 2-compartment cycle some local health authorities permit for limited-service operations: dirty stockpots, sheet pans, mixing bowls, or oversize tubs land on a separate prep table or cart staged adjacent to the sink, get scraped and pre-rinsed there or in the wash bowl, wash in bowl one with hot water and detergent, rinse and sanitize in bowl two with sanitizing solution at code-specified concentration for the code-required dwell time, then clean items move to a separate prep table, drying rack, or cart for air dry. Without integrated drainboards, the workflow depends on adjacent staging surfaces - plan the install so a soiled-in landing cart, prep table, or pass shelf sits to the left of the sink and a clean-out drying rack or sheet pan rack sits to the right. Most jurisdictions still require a full 3-compartment sink for primary manual ware-washing in any permitted commercial kitchen - confirm with the local health authority whether a 2-compartment sink is acceptable as the primary wash station or only as auxiliary equipment.

Without drainboards, the entire 53" overall length is bowl-and-deck construction, with both bowls flanking a center divider and the 1-1/2" rounded edges on the front and short ends containing splash and runoff. The rear 9" backsplash and the splash-mount faucet position between bowls keep water inside the bowls during wash and rinse cycles.

24" x 24" x 14" Deep Bowls - Stockpot and Hotel Pan Capacity

The 24" bowl footprint changes what fits inside compared to the 18" and 20" bowl variants. Each 24" wide by 24" front-to-back by 14" deep bowl accepts a 12" x 20" full-size hotel pan laid completely flat with clearance on all sides for water circulation around the pan, two 1/2-size sheet pans (13" x 18") laid flat side by side, a full-size sheet pan (18" x 26") on a slight diagonal soak with the corners clear of the bowl walls, a stockpot up to 20" diameter standing fully upright with clearance for water flow, and large mixing bowls from 20-quart, 30-quart, and 60-quart floor mixers without rotating or angling the load.

The 14" depth (vs. 12" on the 18" bowl variants) matters for full submersion of tall items: a 12" deep bowl partially submerges 13"-14" tall stockpots, full-size hotel pans on edge, and tall mixing bowls. The 14" depth fully submerges a 12" x 20" x 4" or 12" x 20" x 6" hotel pan flat under wash, rinse, or sanitize water without overflowing, fully submerges a 13" tall commercial stockpot upright, and accepts brining containers, marinade tubs, and proofing baskets that exceed standard 12" depth bowl capacity. Each bowl holds approximately 35 gallons of water when filled to the rim - water weight at 8.34 lb per gallon means a fully filled bowl carries roughly 290 lb of water on top of the load weight, which is why BK Resources specs the 1-5/8" galvanized legs with adjustable high-impact corrosion-resistant feet rated for the loaded weight of two 24-bowl compartments at full capacity.

T-304 18-Gauge Stainless Construction

The deck and two bowls are formed from T-304 18-gauge stainless steel - the same grade used in restaurant prep tables, work tables, and food-contact equipment for its corrosion resistance and food-safe surface. The 18-gauge thickness (about 1.2 mm) is the commercial standard for compartment sinks and survives daily abuse from heavy stockpots, sheet pan corners, knife edges, and wire-bristle scrub brushes without denting or warping. The galvanized 1-5/8" round legs handle the load of two full 24-bowl compartments with adjustable corrosion-resistant feet that allow leveling on uneven floors and absorb impact from delivery carts, pallet jacks, and cleaning equipment. The "S" stainless-leg variant (BKS-2-24-14S) offers stainless legs with stainless end bracing and stainless-over-plastic adjustable bullet feet for high-humidity dishrooms, brewery wash zones, butcher rooms, and chemical-splash environments where galvanized leg corrosion would shorten service life.

The 1-1/2" rounded front and side edges serve two purposes: they stiffen the deck so it does not flex under the load of two filled 24-bowl compartments, and they create a containment lip that keeps water and food debris from running off the sink onto floors or adjacent equipment during high-volume wash cycles. The 9" rear backsplash protects the wall behind the sink and provides the mounting surface for the splash-mount faucet centered between the two bowls.

Faucet Holes and Drain Hardware

The backsplash includes one set of pre-punched 8"-on-center faucet holes positioned between the two bowls so a single splash-mount faucet with a swing-arm gooseneck spout can serve both compartments. That accepts any standard commercial 8" OC splash-mount faucet, including pre-rinse units sized for high-volume operations, gooseneck spouts that swing to either bowl, and add-on dish sprayers. Two 3-1/2" basket drains (BK Resources BKDR-4) ship with the unit - one for each bowl. Install each drain in the bowl drain opening with plumber's putty or the included gasket and connect each to a standard 1-1/2" drain trap below. Stainless steel basket drains (BKDR-4-304) are available as an upgrade if the install location runs hotter water, harsher chemicals, or longer service intervals between basket cleanouts. Lever drains are also available as an option for hands-free draining between wash and sanitize cycles - particularly useful in high-volume installs where staff cycle the bowls dozens of times per shift.

Specifications

Installation, Plumbing, and Clearance Requirements

The BKS-2-24-14 ships with bolt-together legs and crossbracing depending on freight configuration; check the carton on receipt before delivery to confirm. At 53" overall length and 29-13/16" front-to-back, the 29-13/16" depth dimension passes through a 36" doorway when the unit is upright but the 53" length will not turn corners in tight service corridors - measure the entire delivery path before scheduling freight, including service elevators, dock-to-kitchen corridors, and the final install opening. Set the sink against a wall with the 9" backsplash flush to the wall surface, level the four adjustable feet on the floor (two legs across the front, two across the back), and confirm the deck reads level both left-to-right and front-to-back across the full 53" run before plumbing the supply or drain lines. The 1-5/8" round galvanized legs accept standard commercial undershelves and crossbraces if additional storage is desired below the deck.

Faucet supply lines connect to the splash-mount faucet body installed through the 8"-on-center backsplash holes between the two bowls - run hot and cold supply lines up the wall behind the sink with shut-off valves accessible for service. Each basket drain installs in its bowl drain opening with the included gasket; connect each 1-1/2" tailpiece to a P-trap and run the trap waste lines to a floor drain or to the building waste stack per local code. Most jurisdictions require an indirect-waste air gap between the sink drains and the floor drain when the sink is used for food contact - confirm with the local health authority before final connection. With two 24-bowl compartments at roughly 35 gallons each plus the deck and frame weight, the loaded unit places significant point loads on the four feet - confirm the floor surface at the install location supports the loaded weight and adjust the feet on uneven slabs to keep the deck level under load. Without drainboards integrated into the unit, plan adjacent staging on prep tables, racks, or carts to the left and right for soiled-in landing and clean-out drying.

Why Operators Choose BK Resources

BK Resources builds commercial sinks and stainless fabrication the way working operators want them built - T-304 stainless for corrosion resistance and food-safe contact, 18-gauge thickness for daily commercial duty, NSF-listed construction so health inspectors clear the install on the first walkthrough, factory-rounded edges for water containment without on-site fabrication, two basket drains included in the carton instead of as a separate purchase, and galvanized 1-5/8" leg construction at the value tier with stainless-leg upgrades available on the same chassis (model number ending in "S"). Browse the full sink lineup for matching 1- and 3-compartment sinks, dual-drainboard 2-compartment variants with the same 24" bowls, hand sinks, mop sinks, and underbar wash equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size pans, stockpots, and equipment fit in each 24 x 24 x 14 bowl?

Each bowl accepts a 12" x 20" full-size hotel pan laid completely flat with clearance on all sides, two 1/2-size sheet pans (13" x 18") laid flat side by side, a full-size sheet pan (18" x 26") on a slight diagonal soak with corners clear, a stockpot up to 20" diameter standing fully upright, and 20-quart, 30-quart, and 60-quart mixing bowls from commercial floor mixers. The 14" depth fully submerges 12" x 20" hotel pans flat, 13"-tall commercial stockpots upright, brining tubs, marinade containers, and proofing baskets under wash or sanitize water without overflowing during agitation. Each bowl holds approximately 35 gallons of water when filled to the rim.

How much does a fully filled BKS-2-24-14 weigh?

The empty unit weighs 74 lb. Each 24 x 24 x 14 bowl holds approximately 35 gallons of water, and water weighs 8.34 lb per gallon, so each bowl filled to the rim carries roughly 290 lb of water. Two bowls fully filled add about 580 lb of water weight on top of the 74 lb empty unit weight, plus the load weight of pots, pans, and equipment in the bowls. Confirm the floor surface at the install location supports the loaded weight and that the four adjustable feet sit on a stable, level slab.

How do I stage soiled or clean items without a drainboard?

The no-drainboard configuration relies on adjacent staging surfaces rather than integrated drainboards. Standard practice is to position a stainless prep table, work table, or pass shelf to the left of the sink for soiled-in landing where staff scrape and pre-rinse before transferring to the wash bowl, and to position a drying rack, sheet pan rack, or second prep table to the right of the sink for clean-out air drying after the rinse-and-sanitize cycle. Some operators use rolling bus carts or speed racks for staging, which works well for batch wash cycles and lets the staging surface move with the workflow. Plan the adjacent surfaces during install so the soiled-to-clean flow runs left-to-right through the sink without crossover or drips on dry-side staging.

Does the BKS-2-24-14 meet 3-compartment sink requirements for a commercial kitchen?

No. Most local health codes require a full 3-compartment sink for primary manual ware-washing in any permitted commercial kitchen, with three separate bowls supporting wash, rinse, and sanitize cycles. The BKS-2-24-14 is a two-compartment sink intended for high-volume auxiliary prep wash, produce wash, stockpot wash, brewery and beverage production wash, or as a secondary station alongside a 3-compartment dish line. Some jurisdictions allow a 2-compartment wash-and-sanitize cycle for limited-service operations - confirm with the local health authority before installing this unit as a primary wash station.

What is the difference between BKS-2-24-14 (no drainboards) and BKS-2-24-14-24T (dual drainboards)?

Both units share the same two 24" x 24" x 14" bowls, 29-13/16" front-to-back depth, 43-3/4" overall height, 36" working deck height, 9" backsplash, T-304 stainless deck and bowls, and BKDR-4 drains included. The difference is footprint and integrated staging. The BKS-2-24-14 (this unit) runs 53" overall with no drainboards and weighs 74 lb - choose this when wall space is limited, when adjacent prep tables or racks already provide staging, or when the wash workflow does not depend on integrated drainboards. The BKS-2-24-14-24T runs 96" overall with dual 24" drainboards on left and right and weighs 96 lb - choose that variant when the operation needs integrated soiled-in and clean-out drainboards within the sink unit and the wall accommodates an 8-foot run.

What is the difference between BKS-2-24-14 and the smaller no-drainboard 2-compartment models?

BK Resources offers no-drainboard 2-compartment sinks in three bowl sizes. The BKS-2-1620-12 has 16" x 20" x 12" bowls (37" overall, 51 lb). The BKS-2-18-12 has 18" x 18" x 12" bowls (41" overall, 51 lb). The BKS-2-24-14 steps up to 24" x 24" x 14" bowls (53" overall, 74 lb) - 6" deeper bowls than the smaller variants for stockpot, full hotel pan flat lay, and large-vessel applications that smaller bowls cannot accept without rotating or angling the load.

What faucet fits the BKS-2-24-14?

Any commercial 8"-on-center splash-mount faucet positioned between the two bowls. That includes deck-mount commercial faucets with 8" hub-to-hub spacing, gooseneck spouts that swing to either bowl, pre-rinse units sized for high-volume operations, and add-on dish sprayers. The faucet is not included with the sink - purchase separately based on application. For 24-bowl compartments specifically, a longer-reach gooseneck or pre-rinse spout helps reach the far corners of each bowl for rinse-down.

Are the basket drains included or a separate purchase?

Two standard chrome-plated brass basket drains (BK Resources BKDR-4, one per bowl) are included in the carton. Stainless steel basket drains (BKDR-4-304) are available as an upgrade for harsher service environments, longer service intervals, or installations where chrome plating is not acceptable. Lever drains are also available as an option for hands-free draining between wash and sanitize cycles, particularly useful in high-volume installs where staff cycle the bowls dozens of times per shift.

What is the difference between the BKS-2-24-14 and the BKS-2-24-14S?

The standard model has galvanized steel legs and standard adjustable feet at 74 lb. The "S" model upgrades to stainless steel legs, stainless steel end bracing, and stainless-over-plastic adjustable bullet feet at 86 lb - the same deck and two 24-bowl compartments but a higher-grade chassis for environments where galvanized leg corrosion would be a problem (high-humidity dishrooms, brewery and beverage production wash zones, butcher rooms, cleaning-chemical splash zones, outdoor or covered-patio installs).

Will the BKS-2-24-14 fit through a standard 36" doorway?

Yes, with care. The unit is 53" long by 29-13/16" front-to-back, so the 29-13/16" dimension passes through a 36" doorway when the unit is upright. The 53" length will navigate most service corridors but may need angling around tight 90-degree turns, and the 43-3/4" overall height plus crated freight height needs to clear ceiling soffits, sprinkler heads, and overhead piping along the delivery path. Measure the full path from dock to install location before scheduling freight, including service elevators, kitchen door swings, ceiling clearance, and the final install opening.

Can I install undershelves or crossbraces under the sink?

Yes. The 1-5/8" round galvanized legs accept standard commercial sink undershelves, crossbraces, and slant-rack shelves like the BK-SSH (sold separately). Undershelves add storage for cleaning chemicals, scrub buckets, glass racks, and bus tubs while keeping the deck clear for active wash work. End splashes (BKS-RES) are also available as an option to contain water at the ends of the sink in installations where the unit is not flush against side walls.

Does the sink require an indirect-waste air gap?

Most local health codes require an indirect-waste air gap between each sink drain and the floor drain or building waste stack when the sink is used for food contact. The exact air gap distance varies by jurisdiction. Confirm with the local health authority and a licensed plumber before final connection - retrofitting an air gap after the sink is in place is significantly more expensive than building it into the original install.

Is the BKS-2-24-14 NSF-listed?

Yes. The unit is NSF listed for commercial food-service use, which is required by most local health authorities for any sink installed in a permitted commercial kitchen, bar, or food-service operation.

Spec Sheet

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