The Shield Wall by SFI Hospitality is a custom-built stainless steel center that allows a central island to be created in a commercial kitchen, without messy plumbing, extension cords, and trip hazards. 

Key Features:

• Protect your mechanical, electrical & plumbing (MEP) services from damage
• Ensure consistent appliance alignment across your line
• Deliver unmatched durability in high-heat, high-use environments

Where Can It Go?

Almost everywhere, but the most popular spaces include: 

• Along Service Lines: Hot tables or pass-throughs.
• Refrigerated Prep Islands: Have one central location with refrigeration and no hazards. 
• Healthcare & Institutional Kitchens: Spaces where hygiene and mechanical accessibility are non-negotiable. 
• Airports: Where a quick install is required Shield Walls are pre-built and dropped into place in one day. 

Why Islands Are Changing the Game in Commercial Kitchens

Traditional kitchen layouts often limit efficiency, especially when equipment must hug the walls due to service access constraints. But with evolving trends in kitchen design we’re seeing a major shift toward central island configurations.

Here’s why:

Maximized Workflow Efficiency
A central island creates a 360° workstation. Instead of chefs and staff crowding one side of a wall-lined counter, they can access equipment and prep areas from all directions. This reduces bottlenecks during peak service and improves communication across teams.

Better Zoning and Flow
With the Shield Wall acting as the core mechanical backbone, island stations can be dedicated to specific tasks prep, cooking, plating, or refrigeration.

Design Without Compromise
In high-end venues, form matters just as much as function. Kitchen islands built on the Shield Wall offer a sleek, symmetrical look that complements architectural features like open pass-throughs or glass-walled kitchen displays. You get the wow factor and the durability.

Want to know more about how this would look in your space? Contact our team to discuss further!