Drying equipment items are fixtures for draining and drying tools used in lab procedures or other research after washing. These items come with water-collection trays for drainage, and range from large models such as utensil racks to small benchtop types. There are types with baskets, wire racks, racks and combinations of these elements, enabling handy drying of various types of lab equipment at the same time. Models with dedicated racks for beakers and graduated cylinders are available, enabling the selection of suitable styles for various tool quantities and types. Types with curtains or lids keep tools sanitary by protecting them from dust or dirt after drying. Types that dry with hot air can quickly dry large quantities of tools at the same time. Handy features are available to enable safe use, such as timers, safety devices that prevent overheating, and observation ports.