Rolling shelving systems, also called mobile storage systems, are an innovative approach to storage design that can save space, money, and a lot of headaches. A rolling shelving system consists of storage cabinets or shelving units that are mounted on wheels. These wheels roll on tracks in the floor, usually creating and recreating aisles to allow access to the contents. These systems are convenient, easy to use, and cost effective.
Read on to learn about some specific advantages of rolling shelving systems.
Customizable Layout
Rolling shelving systems are designed to be customized to the needs of each new space and can be used to store items of all kinds. The design for each system is based on the specific challenges of the industry and location in which it will be used. This means that when you set up your rolling shelving system, you set it up in the way that works best for you. The best part? As your business grows and changes, the right system can adapt right alongside you to meet new needs and new challenges.
Cost-effective
Because each rolling shelving system is unique to the client who uses it, there is no “standard cost” to guide your expectations. The size and quality of the system, specific features, aesthetic qualities, and installation can all affect the price. It’s also true that rolling shelving can sometimes cost more than stationary shelving when it is first purchased. However, the benefits of improved efficiency and a smaller footprint save costs overall in the end.
Added Flexibility
With customizable design comes added flexibility. Mobile storage systems offer a variety of options that make them easy to use, no matter the circumstances. Powered, mechanical assist, and manual modes of operation can be added to open and close the aisles of a high-density system. The shelves themselves are available in standard, heavy-duty, and low-profile options to store everything from paper documents to heavy equipment in an affordable, easy to manage system.
More Space, Same Square Footage
The costs associated with industrial spaces are rising quickly, making it more and more expensive to occupy each square foot. With traditional, fixed storage systems a certain amount of space has to be allocated for aisles and walkways to allow staff or other visitors to access the items easily. Rolling shelving systems save space by significantly reducing the area that needs to be reserved for aisleways. Each shelf set can move in the available space, shifting the position of the walkway.
Improved Organization
Improved organization isn’t only a matter of convenience and efficiency, it’s a safety issue. When storage spaces are cluttered and disorganized, workers run the risk of tripping in aisles or knocking over valuable equipment. A rolling shelving system allows you to organize your items in any way you want, including the addition of dividers and other organizational strategies. Once you have everything the way you want it, the shelves can be rearranged to allow workers to quickly access items without moving items around or navigating narrow pathways.
To learn more about our rolling shelving systems (including Wheelhouse, our low-profile mobile storage system), contact Systems & Space Inc. today.
