A flat stainless steel bench is the basic work surface of a commercial kitchen: hygienic, hard-wearing and easy to clean. This collection covers flat-top Modular Systems workbenches with an undershelf, in widths from 600 to 2400 mm at standard 900 mm working height. For a rear upstand that protects the wall, see our benches with splashback.
Benches in this range
Modular Systems WB6 and WB7
The WB6 and WB7 series come in fourteen sizes, from 600 to 2400 mm wide in 600 mm or 700 mm depths, all at 900 mm high. They have a 2 mm SUS304 (18/8) stainless steel top over a 20 mm XPS core and a solid undershelf; on the WB7-1000/A the undershelf is adjustable.
Economic benches
The economic 1200-6-WB and 1800-6-WB benches have a 2 mm 304-grade stainless steel top with a galvanised steel undershelf, at 600 mm deep and 900 mm high. They are rated to 275 kg and 320 kg evenly distributed respectively.
Where flat benches work best
A flat top with no upstand can sit as a free-standing island, butt up against other benches to make a longer run, or sit beside cooking equipment where a splashback would get in the way. Flat benches are used for food prep, plating and packing, as landing space beside ovens and fryers, and as a stand for benchtop equipment such as mixers, slicers and vacuum sealers. In a new fit-out, plan bench runs around the workflow from storage to prep to cooking to the pass, so staff are not crossing each other.
Choosing a flat bench
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Width and depth. Measure the space and leave room for doors and walkways; 700 mm depth gives more work surface, 600 mm suits narrower spaces.
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Grade of steel. 304 (18/8) stainless resists corrosion from daily cleaning.
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Load. Check the load rating if the bench will carry heavy equipment.
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Undershelf. A solid undershelf adds storage; stainless and galvanised shelves suit different budgets.
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Add-ons. Overshelves and undershelves add storage above and below.
For sizing advice, read our guide to picking the right stainless steel bench size, and see our overshelves and undershelves. Popular models include the Modular Systems WB6/WB7 stainless steel workbenches and the Modular Systems 1200-6-WB economic bench.
Frequently asked questions
What height is a commercial stainless steel bench?
The benches in this collection are 900 mm high, the standard working height for commercial kitchens.
What grade of stainless steel are the benches?
The tops are 304-grade (18/8) stainless steel, which resists corrosion and stands up to daily cleaning.
How much weight can a stainless steel bench hold?
It depends on the bench. The Modular Systems 1200-6-WB is rated to 275 kg and the 1800-6-WB to 320 kg, evenly distributed. Check the rating on each listing.
What sizes are available?
The Modular Systems WB6 and WB7 series come in fourteen sizes from 600 to 2400 mm wide, in 600 mm or 700 mm depths.
What is the difference between a flat bench and a splashback bench?
A flat bench has no upstand, so it can sit in an island or against equipment. A splashback bench has a rear upstand that protects the wall behind it.
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