Southbend PR24-48 Platinum Backguard/Flue Riser | 24" H x 48" W Stainless Steel | Durable Commercial Grade
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Product Description
Overview
The Southbend (Middleby) PR24-48 Platinum Backguard/Flue Riser is a purpose-built finishing and ventilation accessory for commercial cooking lines. At 24" high and 48" wide, with a stainless steel front and sides and supplied without shelves, this backguard provides a clean, durable vertical extension behind ranges and cooking equipment. For restaurateurs launching a new restaurant, the PR24-48 helps create a professional, code-aware kitchen environment while minimizing installation complexity during your critical kitchen buildout.
Key Features
- Commercial-grade stainless steel construction — Corrosion-resistant finish stands up to daily cleaning and heavy use, ensuring long service life.
- 24" H x 48" W footprint — Sized to align with common ranges and cooking lines for an efficient, modular kitchen layout.
- Platinum backguard/flue riser design — Provides a continuous finished surface that integrates with ventilation components and simplifies hood connections.
- Without shelves for flexibility — Allows you to customize shelving or accessories according to your workflow and space constraints.
- Easy to clean surfaces — Smooth stainless face reduces grease buildup and supports fast, hygienic turnover for health inspections.
- Durable fabrication — Heavy-duty materials and welds reduce maintenance and replacement costs over time.
- Compatibility with Southbend equipment — Designed to fit seamlessly with Southbend ranges and cooking appliances for a cohesive installation.
- Streamlines inspection readiness — Clean lines and professional finish help satisfy health code expectations during restaurant opening inspections.
Built for Commercial Success
The PR24-48 is engineered for the rigors of a busy commercial kitchen. Its stainless steel construction and robust design deliver dependable performance that supports high-volume cooking operations. For new restaurant owners, that means you can rely on a backguard that reduces ongoing downtime, lowers lifecycle costs, and preserves the aesthetic of your kitchen line. Combined with Concept Services’ sourcing, inspection, and professional installation, the PR24-48 becomes part of a worry-free equipment package that helps protect your investment and accelerate return to revenue.
Specifications at a Glance
Manufacturer: Southbend (Middleby)
Model: PR24-48
Type: Platinum Backguard / Flue Riser (without shelves)
Dimensions: 24" H x 48" W (height x width)
Construction: Stainless steel front & sides
Shelves: Without shelves (configurable)
Ideal for: Commercial kitchen equipment lines, ranges, and hoods in restaurant buildouts
Why Restaurant Owners Choose This
When you're opening a new restaurant, every minute and dollar matter. The PR24-48 is a simple, effective component that reduces the complexity of your kitchen setup. Its standardized dimensions make it straightforward for contractors and hood installers to integrate, while the stainless finish meets the hygiene and durability standards expected in foodservice equipment. Paired with Concept Services’ end-to-end support—sourcing, inspection, installation, and ongoing service—you get a reliable path from delivery to inspection to opening day. That means fewer surprises, faster inspections, and a smoother route to serving customers.
