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The YLS48 is a wall-mounted stainless steel hand wash sink with knee-operated water control. It eliminates hand contact with tap handles during hygiene protocols in commercial kitchens, prep areas, and food processing facilities. The unit weighs 6 kg and measures 480 × 350 × 235 mm.
Commercial Application
Operators use knee control to activate water flow while keeping hands clear of contaminated surfaces. This reduces cross-contamination risk during handwashing protocols between tasks involving raw protein, allergens, or waste handling. The sink mounts near prep stations, cooking lines, and packaging areas where frequent hand hygiene is required under HACCP protocols.
Kitchen staff trigger water flow by pressing the knee-operated valve while scrubbing hands for the required 20-second minimum. The gooseneck faucet provides clearance for forearm washing. Wall-mount installation keeps floor areas clear for cleaning and trolley access during service.
Key Operational Advantages
- Knee-operated valve removes need for hand contact with tap controls
- 304-grade stainless steel basin resists corrosion in wet commercial environments
- Gooseneck faucet included with 480 mm basin width
- Wall-mount design at 235 mm projection depth
- 6 kg total weight allows installation on standard commercial wall framing
- CE certified for UK and EU commercial kitchen hygiene standards
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | YLS48 |
| Certification | Meets commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards applicable to CE (UK & EU), NSF (USA) and CSA (Canada) requirements. |
| Weight | 6.0 kg (13.2 lbs) |
Construction & Build Quality
The basin is fabricated from 304-series stainless steel with welded seams. The knee-operated valve assembly is brass with stainless steel housing. The gooseneck faucet is chrome-plated brass with ceramic disc cartridge.
- 304 stainless steel basin with sound-deadening undercoat
- Brass valve mechanism in stainless steel knee-operated housing
- Chrome-plated brass gooseneck faucet with ceramic disc valve
- Wall-mounting bracket kit included for installation
Suitable Operations
- Commercial kitchens
- Hotel prep areas
- Restaurant kitchens
- Catering production facilities
- Food processing operations
Procurement & Support
TurcoBazaar supplies the YLS48 from UK warehouse stock to commercial buyers in the United Kingdom, Europe, USA, Canada, Middle East, and Africa. The unit ships as a single 7 kg carton. Lead time is typically 1–3 working days for UK delivery. International freight is quoted based on destination and order volume.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this basin 304 or 430 grade stainless steel?
A: The YLS48 basin is fabricated from 304-grade stainless steel. This provides corrosion resistance in commercial kitchen wet areas and complies with food contact surface requirements.
Q: What water supply connection is required?
A: The unit requires a single cold water supply line with 1/2-inch BSP or NPT connection. A wall-mounted mixing valve can be installed upstream if warm water is required for handwashing protocols.
Q: Can the knee valve be serviced or replaced?
A: The valve cartridge can be replaced without removing the basin from the wall. Replacement cartridges are available from TurcoBazaar as spare parts.
Q: What wall construction is needed for mounting?
A: The unit weighs 6 kg dry and requires fixing into solid masonry, concrete, or timber studs with appropriate wall plugs or coach screws. Installation into plasterboard requires backing板 or wall reinforcement.
Q: Is a splash-back panel included?
A: No splash-back is included. The basin can be installed below a wall-mounted stainless steel splash-back panel or directly onto tiled surfaces meeting commercial kitchen hygiene standards.