Collection: Infill Benches

Infill benches are stainless steel inserts that fill gaps between commercial equipment - between fryers, between cooking suite and prep bench, between fridges and pass-through. They convert dead space into functional, hygienic working surface. Hospitality Connect supplies infill benches from Modular, Mixrite, Vogue and FED - in 200-1000mm widths and standard 700mm depths to integrate with existing kitchen lines.

Types and configurations

• Standard flat-top infill: 304-grade stainless top with 100mm splashback to match adjacent benches.
• Equipment-stand infill: Dropped-top design that holds benchtop equipment (toaster, microwave) at correct working height.
• Pizza-make infill: Marble or stainless top inserts in pizza-station lines.
• Heated infill (heated landing strip): Powered infill with heat-strip elements; for hot-line landing zones beside ovens and salamanders.
• Custom-build infill: Quote-built to bridge non-standard equipment widths and configurations.

Sizing and gauge

Infill benches are sized in millimetres: confirm the gap dimension between the existing equipment, then specify a unit 5-10mm narrower to allow for trim and tolerance. Standard depths match commercial bench depth at 600mm or 700mm; height matches at 900mm. Top gauge for infill is typically 1.0mm-1.2mm 304-grade; thinner gauges (0.8mm) deflect under benchtop equipment weight. For benches under heavy equipment (microwaves, induction cooktops), specify reinforced cross-bracing. Splashback height should match the adjacent equipment to maintain a clean continuous surface.

Plumbing and installation

• No floor fixing required: Infill benches sit between equipment; their stability comes from the adjacent equipment.
• Match the leg height: Adjacent equipment leg heights vary - shim the infill bench to match exactly.
• Splashback alignment: Confirm tile or wall finish before infill arrival; mismatched splashback heights look amateur.
• Service penetrations: Infill panels can be cut for service penetrations (gas, water) - specify before order to avoid rework.
• Sealing the joint: Food-grade silicone seal between infill and adjacent equipment for HACCP compliance.

Specifier checklist: measure the gap at the top, middle and bottom of the line - drift in the existing line is common and an infill measured to one point may not fit. Confirm the bench leg style of adjacent units (some have rear-wall mount, some have free legs); match accordingly. For pass-line and cooking-suite installations, plan service penetrations (gas regulators, water inlet, electrical conduit) before fabrication. Custom infill benches typically take 4-6 weeks lead time; standard sizes are stocked. Infill bench installation is best scheduled before adjacent equipment is plumbed in.

Pair with

Combine with stainless steel work bench, cabinet stainless benches and bench mounted overshelf for full kitchen builds.

Why buy infill benches from Hospitality Connect

• Curated for Australian commercial kitchens: Every line is selected against the realities of AU service — voltage, room dimensions, council rules, ambient temperatures.
• Brand-direct relationships: We deal directly with manufacturers and importers, so you get current models and the right parts when you need them.
• Field-tested specs: Sizes, gauges and capacities listed on each product reflect what actually works in service, not glossy brochure numbers.
• Tech support that picks up: Pre and post-sale phone lines staffed by people who know commercial kitchens.
• Warranty handled here: We process the claim with the manufacturer; you keep cooking.

Infill benches care and longevity

• Avoid chlorinated cleaners: Bleach and chlorine sanitisers pit 304-grade stainless. Use neutral pH detergents and a non-abrasive pad.
• Wipe with the grain: Always finish with the polish line — circular scrubbing creates visible marks under service lighting.
• Inspect weld lines monthly: Check seams and corner welds for hairline cracks that trap moisture.
• Mind undershelf load limits: Most economy benches rate 80–120kg total UDL; reinforced models go higher. Don't park combi ovens on lightweight benches.
• Foot levellers: Re-level annually after slab settlement; uneven feet flex the worktop and stress welds.

Need help choosing? Talk to us

Our commercial chefs and fit-out specialists can match the right infill benches to your menu, footprint and operating budget. Send through your floor plan, service brief or trading hours, or call our Australia-based trade line for a same-day spec quote — we'll line up sizes, brands, voltage and gas requirements, lead times and freight rates before you commit. If you're fitting out a new venue or refurbishing an existing one, ask about multi-line trade pricing and consolidated delivery so the kit lands when the trades do, not weeks later.