Novameta Wall-Mounted Height-Adjustable Worktop BHS-XRV-120/60/76

A wall-mounted worktop that adjusts in height frees the floor beneath it, turning the same wall space into either a standing-height prep surface or a lower-height station for seated tasks. The unit is fixed to the wall with brackets, leaving the legs free for trolleys, bins or mobile racks. Because the load is carried by the wall, the worktop itself can be lighter and thinner than a free-standing table of the same size, yet still support the same weight of pots, trays or ingredients. The adjustment mechanism lifts the entire work surface vertically without tilting. A gas strut or counterbalance spring inside the bracket assembly offsets the weight of the top, so the operator can raise or lower it with one hand while the other steadies the load. Once the desired height is reached, a locking pin or friction brake holds the position until the next change. The range of movement is set by the length of the bracket arms and the stroke of the strut; within that range the worktop can be set to any intermediate height, allowing each user to choose the most comfortable working level. To use the table, the operator unlocks the mechanism, lifts or lowers the top to the required height, and re-locks it. The work surface is then ready for chopping, plating, weighing or any other task that does not require a heat source. When the task is finished, the top can be raised to clear floor space or lowered to create a seated workstation for tasks such as portioning or labelling. The worktop is constructed from stainless steel, with a satin finish that reduces glare under kitchen lighting. The underside of the top is reinforced with a steel frame that distributes the load evenly across the brackets. The brackets themselves are made from mild steel, powder-coated to resist corrosion in a humid kitchen environment. The mounting plates that attach to the wall are pre-drilled for standard British masonry fixings. The only control is the locking lever or knob that secures the height once set. No electrical supply or compressed air is required. The dimensions of 1200 mm wide, 600 mm deep and 760 mm high give a work surface large enough for two chefs to work side by side, yet narrow enough to fit against a standard kitchen wall without overhanging adjacent equipment. The 760 mm height is the maximum; the minimum is determined by the bracket stroke, which allows the top to be lowered to a comfortable seated level. The weight of the unit is carried by the wall fixings, so the load rating depends on the strength of the wall and the fixings used, not on the table itself. Cleaning is limited to wiping the stainless steel top and the powder-coated brackets with a damp cloth and a mild detergent. The adjustment mechanism should be kept free of grease and debris to ensure smooth operation; a dry brush or compressed air can be used to clear any build-up around the moving parts. The smooth underside and cantilevered design let you wipe the entire surface without moving the frame or disturbing the wall fixings. The entry specifies two top thicknesses: 650 mm plus 3% and 700 mm plus 5%. These refer to the gauge of the stainless steel sheet used for the work surface, with the tolerance allowing for manufacturing variation. A thicker sheet will resist dents and scratches better over time, while a thinner one may be lighter and easier to adjust. The product is listed in the catalogue under Wall-Mounted Worktops, Height-Adjustable Section.