BK Resources BKS-3-24-14 Stainless Steel 3-Compartment Sink, 24×24×14 Bowls, No Drainboards, NSF
BK Resources BKS-3-24-14 3-Compartment Sink, 24x24x14 Bowls (No Drainboards)
The BK Resources BKS-3-24-14 is a three-compartment stainless steel commercial sink with three large 24" x 24" x 14" deep bowls and no drainboards. Overall length runs 77" 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 two sets of 8"-on-center faucet holes positioned over the bowl line. Three 24-deep bowls in line at 14" depth is the heavy-duty manual ware-washing footprint for kitchens that wash large stockpots, full-size hotel pans on a flat lay, sheet pans, mixing bowls, and oversize prep equipment that simply will not fit into an 18"-bowl 3-compartment sink.
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 77" 3-compartment will-call sink with 24-inch bowls and 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 three basket drains (BKDR-4) included in the carton make this a commercial-duty wash line ready for high-volume back-of-house service. The no-drainboard layout keeps overall length to 77" - smaller than the equivalent dual-drainboard variant - so kitchens can step up to 24" bowls without giving up wall space to integrated drainboards. NSF listed.
Best Uses for the BKS-3-24-14
- Heavy-duty 3-compartment manual ware-washing line for high-volume restaurants, banquet kitchens, and catering operations
- Stockpot and large-vessel wash stations in scratch kitchens, soup operations, and stock production
- Production bakeries running full-size sheet pans, mixing bowls, and large proofing equipment through wash cycles
- Butcher shops, fishmongers, and meat processors washing large lugs, tubs, and processing trays
- Banquet and catering kitchens handling chafer pans, full hotel pans, and large prep equipment that 18" bowls will not accommodate
- Schools, hospitals, and institutional cafeterias requiring code-compliant manual wash lines with extra bowl capacity
- Commissary kitchens supporting food trucks, ghost kitchens, and central prep operations with shared wash equipment
- Brewpubs, distilleries, and beverage operations washing large fermentation vessels, hose assemblies, and processing tools
No-Drainboard Layout for Heavy-Duty Wash Without the Footprint Cost
The BKS-3-24-14 puts three large 24" x 24" x 14" bowls in a tight 77" overall footprint with no drainboards attached. That is the opposite tradeoff from a dual-drainboard 3-compartment sink: instead of giving up bowl size to fit drainboards inside a fixed wall length, this configuration spends every inch of length on bowl capacity. Operators who already run a separate prep table, drying rack, transfer cart, or dedicated soiled-in shelf adjacent to the wash line do not lose anything by skipping the integrated drainboards - they get the largest 3-compartment bowl set BK Resources offers in the no-drainboard family while keeping the unit short enough to fit walls where a 102"-plus dual-drainboard 24" sink will not. Two sets of 8"-on-center faucet holes (instead of the single set on smaller 3-compartment models) give plumbers the option to install separate faucets over different bowls or run a single faucet plus a pre-rinse unit on the same backsplash.
The 1-1/2" rounded front and side edges still contain splash inside the deck perimeter, and the 9" rear backsplash protects the wall behind the unit, so the no-drainboard layout still behaves like a self-contained wash station - just without integrated drying surfaces attached. End splashes (BKS-RES) are available as an option to contain water at the ends of the bowl line in installations where the sink is not flush against side walls.
24" x 24" x 14" Deep Bowls - Hotel Pan Flat Lay and Stockpot Capacity
Each 24" wide by 24" front-to-back by 14" deep bowl is sized to lay a 12" x 20" full hotel pan flat with room to spare on every side, accept a full-size sheet pan (18" x 26") flat without diagonal positioning, hold a stockpot up to 18"-20" diameter standing upright, and submerge oversize bus tubs, mixing bowls, and fermentation buckets in straight-down lifts. The 14" bowl depth - two inches deeper than the standard 12"-bowl 3-compartment line - matters for two reasons: it lets operators wash tall stockpots and 6"-deep hotel pans without water sloshing over the rim during agitation, and it gives the sanitize bowl enough water column to maintain code-required immersion depth even when oversize items displace significant water volume. Three 24" bowls in line totals approximately 72" of bowl run inside the 77" overall length, with the remainder taken up by the side rolled edges and bowl dividers.
T-304 18-Gauge Stainless Construction
The deck and three 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, knife edges, and wire-bristle scrub brushes without denting or warping. The galvanized 1-5/8" round legs handle the heavy load of three full 24"-deep bowls plus working water weight - a single full bowl at 24" x 24" x 14" holds roughly 35 gallons or close to 290 lb of water at full fill, and three full bowls during peak wash cycle puts almost a thousand pounds of water on the chassis. Adjustable corrosion-resistant feet allow leveling on uneven floors and absorb impact from delivery carts and cleaning equipment. The "S" stainless-leg variant (BKS-3-24-14S) offers stainless legs with stainless end bracing and stainless-over-plastic adjustable bullet feet for high-humidity dishrooms 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 full-bowl water load, and they create a containment lip that keeps water and food debris from running off the sink onto floors or adjacent equipment. The 9" rear backsplash protects the wall behind the sink and provides the mounting surface for the splash-mount faucets, keeping faucet bodies, hoses, and supply lines out of the working area on the deck.
Faucet Holes and Drain Hardware
The backsplash includes two sets of pre-punched faucet holes on 8"-on-center spacing - more than the single set on smaller 3-compartment BK Resources sinks. Two sets allow operators to install separate faucets over different bowls (for example, a pre-rinse unit over the wash bowl and a gooseneck spout over the rinse and sanitize bowls), or a single splash-mount faucet plus a wall-mount pre-rinse on the same backsplash, or twin gooseneck spouts that swing across all three bowls from different anchor points. Three 3-1/2" basket drains (BK Resources BKDR-4) ship with the unit - one for each bowl. Install each drain in its 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, rinse, and sanitize cycles.
Specifications
| Model | BKS-3-24-14 |
| Brand | BK Resources |
| Type | Three-compartment sink, no drainboards |
| Compartments | 3 |
| Drainboards | None |
| Overall Length | 77" |
| Overall Width (front-to-back) | 29-13/16" |
| Overall Height (with backsplash) | 43-3/4" |
| Working Height (deck) | 36" |
| Bowl Length (left-to-right, each) | 24" |
| Bowl Width (front-to-back, each) | 24" |
| Bowl Depth (each) | 14" |
| Backsplash Height | 9" |
| Faucet Holes | (2) sets, 8" on-center splash-mount |
| Front and Side Edges | 1-1/2" rounded |
| Material | T-304 18-gauge stainless steel deck and bowls |
| Legs | 1-5/8" galvanized steel, round |
| Feet | Adjustable high-impact corrosion-resistant |
| Drains Included | (3) basket drains (BKDR-4) |
| Drain Outlet | 3-1/2" basket drain to 1-1/2" tailpiece (each bowl) |
| Net Weight | 104 lb |
| Certifications | NSF |
Installation, Plumbing, and Clearance Requirements
The BKS-3-24-14 ships with bolt-together legs and crossbracing depending on freight configuration; check the carton on receipt before delivery to confirm. At 77" overall length and 29-13/16" front-to-back, the unit will move through a standard 36"-wide commercial doorway on its end but not on its side - measure the delivery path before scheduling freight, including service elevators, dock-to-kitchen corridors, ceiling soffits, sprinkler heads, and the final install opening. Set the sink against a wall with the 9" backsplash flush to the wall surface, level the six adjustable feet on the floor (three legs across the front, three across the back), and confirm the deck reads level both left-to-right and front-to-back across the full 77" 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 splash-mount faucet bodies installed through the two 8"-on-center backsplash hole sets - 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. The 29-13/16" front-to-back depth means the sink projects further into the kitchen than the standard 23-13/16" 3-comp footprint - confirm front-of-sink clearance for staff working all three bowls simultaneously and for access aisles per local code. Plan for at least 6" of clearance behind the unit between the backsplash and the wall finish for plumbing service access.
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, rounded edges for water containment without on-site fabrication, three 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 2-compartment sinks, smaller 18×18 bowl 3-compartment sinks, dual-drainboard variants, hand sinks, mop sinks, and underbar wash equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size pans and pots fit in each 24 x 24 x 14 bowl?
Each bowl lays a 12" x 20" full hotel pan flat with room to spare, accepts a full-size sheet pan (18" x 26") flat without diagonal positioning, holds a stockpot up to 18"-20" diameter standing upright, and submerges oversize bus tubs, mixing bowls, and fermentation buckets in straight-down lifts. The 14" bowl depth fully submerges 6"-deep full hotel pans and tall stockpots without water sloshing over the rim during agitation.
Does the BKS-3-24-14 meet 3-compartment sink requirements for a commercial kitchen?
Yes. The BKS-3-24-14 is a code-compliant three-compartment sink for manual ware-washing, with three separate bowls supporting wash, rinse, and sanitize cycles. Most local health codes require this configuration for any commercial kitchen, bar, or food-service operation that does not run a mechanical commercial dishwasher as the primary dish-cleaning method. Confirm specific bowl size, drainboard, and air gap requirements with the local health authority before final install - some jurisdictions require integrated drainboards and would not accept this no-drainboard configuration as the primary wash line.
What is the difference between BKS-3-24-14 and the smaller 3-compartment no-drainboard models?
BK Resources offers no-drainboard 3-compartment sinks in several bowl sizes. The BKS-3-15-14 has 15" x 15" x 14" bowls (50" overall, 58 lb). The BKS-3-1620-12 has 16" x 20" x 12" bowls (53" overall, 71 lb). The BKS-3-18-12 has 18" x 18" x 12" bowls (59" overall, 72 lb). The BKS-3-24-14 has 24" x 24" x 14" bowls (77" overall, 104 lb), the largest bowl set in the no-drainboard family. Choose the BKS-3-24-14 when bowl capacity for stockpots, full hotel pans, and oversize prep equipment matters more than minimizing footprint.
Why does this model have two sets of faucet holes when smaller 3-compartment sinks have one?
The 24" bowl width gives more surface area on the backsplash to support two separate faucet installations, and the 14" bowl depth combined with 24" bowl width creates a wider water-handling demand that benefits from independent faucet control. Two sets of 8"-on-center faucet holes let operators install separate faucets over different bowls (for example, a pre-rinse unit over the wash bowl and a gooseneck spout over rinse and sanitize), or a single splash-mount plus a wall-mount pre-rinse on the same backsplash. Plumbers can also cap the second hole set with stainless plugs if only one faucet is installed.
What faucet fits the BKS-3-24-14?
Any commercial 8"-on-center splash-mount faucet. That includes deck-mount commercial faucets with 8" hub-to-hub spacing, gooseneck spouts that swing to all three bowls, pre-rinse units, and add-on dish sprayers. The faucet is not included with the sink - purchase separately based on application. With two faucet hole sets, operators can run a primary faucet over one bowl and a pre-rinse over another for true commercial dishroom workflow.
Are the basket drains included or a separate purchase?
Three 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, rinse, and sanitize cycles, useful in high-volume dishrooms where drain operation between cycles slows the line.
What is the difference between the BKS-3-24-14 and the BKS-3-24-14S?
The standard model has galvanized steel legs and standard adjustable feet at 104 lb. The S model upgrades to stainless steel legs, stainless steel end bracing, and stainless-over-plastic adjustable bullet feet at 113 lb - the same deck and three bowls but a higher-grade chassis for environments where galvanized leg corrosion would be a problem (high-humidity dishrooms, cleaning-chemical splash zones, outdoor or covered-patio installs).
How do I stage soiled or clean items without drainboards?
Operators typically place a stainless prep table, bus tub on a rack, transfer cart, or wire drying rack adjacent to the sink to handle soiled-in and clean-out staging. End splashes (BKS-RES) are available as an option to contain water at the ends of the bowl line where the sink is not flush against side walls. The no-drainboard layout trades integrated drying space for the maximum bowl capacity in the shortest possible 3-compartment footprint - operators who already have prep table or bus tub staging near the wash line lose nothing by choosing this variant.
Will the BKS-3-24-14 fit through a standard 36" doorway?
On its end, yes. The 29-13/16" front-to-back dimension passes through a 36" doorway with clearance, but the 77" overall length will not turn corners in tight service corridors, 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, 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, and bus tubs while keeping the deck clear for active wash work.
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. Some jurisdictions allow a single shared indirect waste connection for all three bowls; others require individual air gaps per bowl.
Is the BKS-3-24-14 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.