Abstract: An improved stand includes a frame, a plurality of supports and a means for allowing the supports to move transversely to the direction of insertion of an article into said stand. In this manner, articles higher than the support-to-support distance can be supported by one set of supports while not interfering with supports above or below the bearing support. According to the preferred embodiments, the supports are provided with a means to pivot or slide the supports out of the way of tall or deep articles. Supports are adapted to automatically return to their initial position after a tray or similar article has been removed from the stand.