Case study

Quarantine Areas with Mesh Doors and Partitioning for Norbrook Laboratories

Transforming Open Racking into Secure Quarantine Areas

Norbrook Laboratories, a leading veterinary group, needed two designated quarantine bays within their storage facility. They sought a solution to convert their existing pallet racking into secure quarantine areas for isolated storage, along with the ability to temporarily store additional pallets when needed. The setup required flexibility without compromising accessibility or disrupting normal operations.

The Solution

OfficeSTOR implemented a tailored solution combining mesh doors for individual pallet racking bays with perimeter mesh partitioning to secure the entire quarantine area.

Key elements of the solution included:

Individual Pallet Security with Mesh Doors: OfficeSTOR fitted standard 1600mm high by 2700mm wide mesh doors onto Norbrook Laboratories’ existing rack uprights, enclosing each pallet bay individually. These doors prevented unauthorized access and did not protrude into the bay area, allowing seamless storage of pallets.
Full-Area Protection with Mesh Partitioning: Mesh partitioning was installed around the perimeter of the racking bays, creating an additional secure layer for the quarantine area. This allowed Norbrook Laboratories to store extra pallets temporarily within the quarantine area, knowing that they remained secure.
Optimized Beam Levels: Beam levels were lowered to match the new door dimensions, creating a secure top stop for each gate and preventing tampering from above.
Enhanced Security Features: Each door was fitted with double hasps, allowing Norbrook Laboratories to use their own padlocks, providing a reliable and client-tailored locking solution.
Side and Back Security: Standard mesh panels (1500mm high by 1000mm wide) were fixed to the sides and backs of the racking bays, ensuring full enclosure and deterring unauthorized access from all angles.

quarantine storage with 1200 x 1000 mesh side panels

Efficient Installation Process:

OfficeSTOR coordinated delivery of the gates and mesh panels in advance, and the installation was completed the following day with minimal disruption. The setup was fully operational within hours, allowing Norbrook Laboratories to secure their quarantine areas quickly and efficiently.

Additional Options from OfficeSTOR:

OfficeSTOR offers an array of mesh solutions for quarantine areas, including:

Single-Door or Multi-Door Configurations: Suitable for both single shelves and multiple bays.
Pallet Racking Security: Standard double-door sets for 2700mm beams are available to accommodate two 1200x1000mm pallets or three 1200x800mm pallets per beam. Gate heights of 1100mm and 1600mm are available to suit varying pallet heights.
Flexible Shelf Options: Beam levels can be clad in mesh or timber decks, adding flexibility to store pallets of varying sizes and unpalletized loose items.

Customized to Fit Every Facility:

OfficeSTOR provides bespoke mesh door and partition services to accommodate unique storage needs. Each design is customized for functionality, efficiency, and security.

Conclusion:

For veterinary groups like Norbrook Laboratories or any business needing secure quarantine areas, OfficeSTOR’s mesh doors and partitioning solutions offer a robust and adaptable solution. With the ability to secure individual pallets while protecting larger areas, OfficeSTOR meets a wide range of storage needs, providing both security and flexibility.

Unirack shortspan shelving with bespoke mesh doors

Mesh Doors and Sides for Secure Sports Equipment Storage

A local hockey club approached OfficeSTOR with a storage dilemma. Their existing lockers and cupboards were too shallow and not robust enough to hold their large and often bulky sports equipment. Standard storage options simply couldn’t accommodate the size and weight of their kit, leaving them searching for a more tailored, durable solution.

Side view of unirack shelving with mesh doors

The Solution

OfficeSTOR proposed an innovative approach: using industrial shelving units with bespoke metal mesh doors and sides, offering a combination of strength, visibility, and security.

Key features of the solution included:

Deep Shelving: Each shelving unit provided 800mm deep shelves, ideal for accommodating large, bulky hockey kit that wouldn't fit into traditional lockers or cupboards.
Bespoke Mesh Sides and Doors: Welded mesh sides and doors (available in 25 x 25mm or 50 x 50mm mesh) provided a secure, see-through solution. The mesh was designed to align with the shelf spacing and securely riveted back to the frames, ensuring durability.
Security Benefits: The visibility provided by mesh doors helped reduce the risk of break-ins. Since the contents were easily viewable, the mystery of what's inside was eliminated, leading to fewer attempts at theft or damage. The mesh structure itself also resisted tampering better than solid doors.
Custom Colour Matching: To complement the club’s existing decor, OfficeSTOR provided colour-matched doors at no additional cost, enhancing the aesthetic appeal while maintaining functionality.
Wall Fixings: For added safety and security, each shelving unit was securely fixed to the wall. This prevented potential break-ins from the rear and ensured the units wouldn’t topple over when fully loaded with heavy gear.
Generous Locker Dimensions: Each completed mesh locker measured 700mm high by 900mm wide, providing ample space for the club’s equipment. The units were equipped with hasp and staple padlock fixings, allowing the club to use their own secure padlocks for easy access and peace of mind.

Open mesh doors on a unirack shelving system

The Outcome

The hockey club was thrilled with the finished result. The customised mesh lockers provided the ideal solution for safely storing their large and heavy equipment, while the see-through design helped reduce security concerns. With strong, deep shelving and durable, lockable mesh doors, the hockey club now has a secure, long-lasting storage solution that perfectly fits their needs.

Lock for unirack shelving with mesh door

Conclusion

For schools or sports clubs looking for robust, secure storage that goes beyond traditional lockers or cupboards, OfficeSTOR’s industrial shelving units with mesh doors and sides offer a practical and cost-effective solution. Our custom designs ensure durability, security, and peace of mind—ideal for large equipment that won’t fit into standard storage solutions.

Quarantine racking on pallet racking with mesh security doors

Transforming Pallet Racking into Quarantine Storage and Compliance

Q-Med, a pharmaceutical distribution company, required a secure quarantine storage solution for their warehouse to meet regulatory requirements and prevent theft, loss, and product expiration issues. As a key player in distributing both licensed and unlicensed drugs to the NHS, private hospitals, and pharmacists, Q-Med needed to ensure their stock was safe, organized, and compliant. OfficeSTOR provided a simple yet highly effective solution by modifying their existing pallet racking with lockable doors, tailored to meet the company’s specific needs, including the addition of custom yellow doors.

Double door on pallet racking for quarantine storage

Client’s Brief

Q-Med needed to demonstrate secure and compliant storage for pharmaceutical products. Their primary concerns included:

Theft Prevention: High-value drugs needed to be protected from theft and unauthorized access.
Regulatory Compliance: The storage solution had to meet industry standards for handling both licensed and unlicensed drugs safely.
Inventory Protection: Proper organization and management of expiration dates were critical to avoid product loss and costly mistakes.

Additionally, the customer requested yellow doors to meet internal department needs and enhance visibility within the warehouse.

Lockable mesh security doors for quarantine

The OfficeSTOR Solution

OfficeSTOR delivered a custom solution by modifying Q-Med's existing pallet racking with lockable yellow doors, creating a secure and compliant storage system that addressed all of the company’s concerns:

Lockable Doors for Security: OfficeSTOR added lockable doors to the existing pallet racking system, providing a strong, secure barrier to unauthorized access and safeguarding the valuable pharmaceutical stock from theft and tampering.
Regulatory Compliance: The lockable racking system enabled Q-Med to comply with industry safety regulations for drug storage, ensuring the company passed regulatory inspections with ease.
Custom Yellow Doors: The customer requested yellow doors to meet specific internal requirements. This customization not only met their functional needs but also enhanced visibility and organization in the warehouse, allowing departments to easily identify the secure storage area.
Organized Storage for Better Management: The lockable doors helped segregate and organize products efficiently, reducing the risk of misplaced or mixed-up goods. This improved inventory management and streamlined daily operations.
Expiration Date Management: With the more organized storage setup, Q-Med could easily track and manage expiration dates, ensuring timely use of products and reducing waste.

Results

OfficeSTOR’s custom solution, including the addition of yellow lockable doors, provided several significant benefits for Q-Med:

Increased Security: The lockable doors restricted unauthorized access, protecting high-value drugs from theft and tampering.
Regulatory Compliance: Q-Med’s secure storage system ensured that both licensed and unlicensed drugs were stored safely in accordance with industry regulations, providing peace of mind during audits and inspections.
Enhanced Organization: The custom yellow doors not only improved security but also helped organize the stock, making it easy for warehouse staff to identify and access the appropriate products.
Better Inventory Control: By segregating stock and improving visibility, Q-Med was able to better manage inventory, preventing mix-ups and minimizing product loss due to expired items.

Conclusion

OfficeSTOR’s secure and customized storage solution for Q-Med demonstrates how a simple modification—adding lockable, custom-colored doors to existing pallet racking—can transform a standard warehouse setup into a secure, compliant, and efficient pharmaceutical storage system. This upgrade enhanced security, met regulatory needs, and improved inventory management, all while addressing the specific requirements of Q-Med’s internal departments.

Secure and Spill-Resistant Storage Solution for Bettys & Taylors, Harrogate

Improving Safety and Efficiency for High-Value Ingredients

Bettys & Taylors, a renowned bakery in Harrogate, needed a more secure and efficient storage solution for their high-value ingredients used in cakes and buns. These ingredients, which included alcohol such as sloe gin, champagne, and flavored liqueurs, are both expensive and prone to breakage, presenting risks of spills, contamination, and safety hazards such as slips. OfficeSTOR provided a robust, spill-resistant racking system designed to safely store and handle these delicate and costly ingredients close to the production area.

Client's Brief

The client’s previous storage system, a simple bay of racking with chipboard shelves and mesh doors, was no longer adequate for their growing needs. Bettys & Taylors required a more user-friendly, secure, and spill-resistant storage solution that would allow for safe handling of bottles, reduce the risk of breakages, and improve overall efficiency by placing the store closer to the production process.

Removable spill trays with retaining clips

The OfficeSTOR Solution

OfficeSTOR developed a custom tubular spill containment shelving system with a secure cage enclosure, designed to meet the bakery's needs for safety, hygiene, and efficiency:

Spill-Resistant Tubular Shelving: The shelving system featured individual spill trays/drip trays on each tubular shelf, which could be easily removed for cleaning. In the event of a bottle breakage, any liquid would be contained within the tray, preventing spills from leaking onto other shelves or the floor.
Heavy-Duty Shelving: Each 1000mm x 800mm shelf could safely hold up to 230kg of weight, with the total capacity for each bay being 1500kg. The tubular shelves were also adjustable to accommodate various bottle sizes, ensuring flexibility for future needs.
Improved Safety and Hygiene: The shelving system was designed to be spaced off the ground to allow for easy cleaning, and all racks were securely fixed back to the wall to prevent tipping. This setup minimized health and safety risks, such as slips or contamination from spilled liquids.
Secure Mesh Cage: A custom-built mesh cage was installed around the shelving system, complete with a mesh roof for full enclosure. The cage was secured with hidden fixings that could not be accessed from the outside, ensuring that the high-value ingredients remained safe from unauthorized access. Each shelving bay had individual mesh doors with padlocks for added security.
Smart and Hygienic Finish: The entire shelving and cage system was finished with powder-coated paint, providing a durable, wipeable surface for easy cleaning and maintaining a professional appearance in the production environment.

Results

The installation of OfficeSTOR’s custom spill-resistant shelving and secure cage system delivered several key benefits for Bettys & Taylors:

Improved Safety: The new shelving system reduced the risk of breakages and spills, containing any potential hazards and making the workspace safer for employees. Health and safety risks like slips and contamination were minimized.
Increased Efficiency: By locating the storage system closer to the production area and enabling hand-decanting of ingredients near a sink, the process of preparing ingredients became more streamlined.
Enhanced Security: The bespoke mesh cage provided a robust security solution, protecting the bakery's valuable ingredients from unauthorized access and reducing the risk of theft.
Customizable Storage: The adjustable tubular shelves offered flexibility for different bottle sizes, while the secure design ensured the solution could be adapted for future needs without compromising safety or security.

Conclusion

OfficeSTOR’s innovative storage solution for Bettys & Taylors combines practicality, safety, and efficiency, demonstrating how a standard shelving product can be customized with bespoke features like spill containment and secure enclosures to meet specific industry needs. This system not only improved ingredient handling but also ensured the bakery’s high-value products were stored safely and securely, making it a model solution for a variety of safe storage applications.

Peterborough soup kitchen j rivet racking and shelving

Rivet Racking Storage Solution for Peterborough Soup Kitchen

Efficient and Economical Storage for Dry Food Donations

Peterborough Soup Kitchen needed an economical storage solution to help manage and organize the donations of dry goods for their free home delivery service to the homeless and those in need in Peterborough. OfficeSTOR provided a custom rivet racking system designed to maximize space, improve food organization, and streamline distribution for the charity's volunteers.

Client's Brief

Peterborough Soup Kitchen required a cost-effective shelving system to store donated dry goods, such as non-perishable food items, in an organized and accessible manner. The donated items were to be sorted in their storeroom and distributed in boxed donations to residents, or used to prepare hot soup and sandwiches, which food vans would deliver to various locations in the evenings. The goal was to increase efficiency in sorting and storing goods while reducing waste and making it easier for volunteers to manage the donations.

Dry goods and tray storage j rivet racking

The OfficeSTOR Solution

OfficeSTOR designed and installed a rivet racking system that met the unique needs of Peterborough Soup Kitchen:

Cost-Effective Rivet Racking: The rivet racking system was chosen for its affordability and simplicity, providing the charity with a durable and economical storage solution for their dry food donations.
Optimized Shelving Design: The shelving was specifically designed to accommodate green and brown breadbox crates, which the volunteers used to sort and store the dry goods. This allowed for efficient use of space and made it easy for volunteers to organize, pick, and pack items for distribution.
Improved Food Handling: The racking system enabled food donations to be split into smaller amounts, which were then hand-picked for distribution. This reduced waste and made it easier to manage the different types of food donations.
Streamlined Distribution: With the new shelving system in place, food could be more efficiently sorted and boxed for home delivery, or prepared for evening food van distribution, ensuring that the donations reached the right people quickly and efficiently.

Shelf spacing equal in order to accept dry goods on any shelf

Results

The implementation of the rivet racking system resulted in several benefits for Peterborough Soup Kitchen:

Increased Efficiency: The new storage system allowed volunteers to easily organize and access the dry food donations, reducing the time spent sorting and picking items for distribution.
Maximized Space: By designing the shelving to fit the breadbox crates, OfficeSTOR helped Peterborough Soup Kitchen make the most of their available storage space, ensuring that all donated food could be stored safely and efficiently.
Reduced Waste: The ability to store and manage smaller quantities of food helped to reduce waste and ensure that all donations were used effectively.
Enhanced Volunteer Operations: Volunteers could now quickly and efficiently pick and pack food for both boxed donations and evening food van collections, improving overall operations and helping to serve more people in need.

Typical dry goods food bay on J Rivet shelving

Longspan rivet shelving for bulkier items

Conclusion

OfficeSTOR’s rivet racking solution has significantly improved Peterborough Soup Kitchen’s ability to manage and distribute food donations to the homeless and vulnerable residents of Peterborough. By providing a cost-effective and efficient storage system, OfficeSTOR has helped the charity enhance their operations and better serve their community.

Doubling Storage Capacity and Enhancing Security with OfficeSTOR's Mobile Shelving

BT needed an efficient and secure storage solution for their extensive collection of data tapes. Their existing static shelving system made it difficult to access tapes stored at the rear, and the available space was not being used to its full potential. OfficeSTOR provided a custom mobile shelving solution that doubled the storage capacity and improved accessibility and security.

Client's Brief

BT's existing storage system utilized static flat shelves that were double deep, making it challenging to access tapes stored at the back. The client required a solution that would maximize their existing space, improve ease of access to the tapes, and enhance security, all while fitting within a lockable, fire-safe environment.

The OfficeSTOR Solution

OfficeSTOR designed and installed a bespoke mobile shelving system tailored to BT's specific requirements:

Custom-Designed Shelves: OfficeSTOR created shelves that were 150mm deep and inclined, allowing for optimal storage of tapes. The custom design allowed for tapes to be stored in a single row, eliminating the issue of double deep storage and making all tapes easily accessible.
Maximized Storage Capacity: By converting to a mobile shelving system, BT was able to store twice as many tapes in the same space. The solution consisted of 18 bays, each with 14 shelves, and each shelf capable of holding approximately 40 tapes. This configuration provided a significant increase in storage capacity while using the same floor space.
Enhanced Safety and Security: The narrow shelving was supported by overhead anti-tip rails, ensuring the stability and safety of the entire system. Additionally, the mobile shelving units were designed to close completely, rendering the tapes inaccessible when the system was closed, thus preventing unauthorized access.
Fire Protection: The mobile shelving system was installed in a lockable room equipped with a gas fire suppression system, reducing the risk of fire damage and ensuring the long-term safety of BT's valuable data tapes.

Results

The installation of OfficeSTOR’s custom mobile shelving system delivered several key benefits for BT:

Increased Storage Capacity: The new shelving system doubled BT’s storage capacity, allowing them to store twice as many tapes within the same physical space.
Improved Accessibility: The inclined shelving design eliminated the problem of double deep storage, making all tapes easily accessible and streamlining the retrieval process.
Enhanced Security: The mobile shelving system provided an additional layer of security, as the tapes became inaccessible when the units were fully closed, and the system was housed in a lockable room.
Fire Safety: The integration of a gas fire suppression system further protected BT’s data tapes, minimizing the risk of fire-related losses.

Conclusion

OfficeSTOR's mobile shelving solution has transformed BT's tape storage, significantly increasing capacity, improving access, and enhancing the security and safety of their data storage environment. This custom-designed system has enabled BT to make the most of their available space while ensuring that their valuable data tapes are securely stored and protected.

Enhancing Record Storage and Access with OfficeSTOR's Custom Solution

NHS Lloyd George required an efficient and secure storage solution for their patient records, which needed to be easily accessible for reception staff while seamlessly fitting into the existing decor. OfficeSTOR provided a bespoke mobile shelving system designed to maximize storage capacity and improve file management, ensuring both efficiency and security.

Client's Brief

The client needed a storage system that could accommodate shoebox files for patient records, allowing for easy visual access and the ability to remove drawers for closer inspection. The shelving system also had to integrate with the reception area’s decor while providing a secure, high-capacity solution.

The OfficeSTOR Solution

OfficeSTOR designed and installed a mobile shelving system tailored to meet NHS Lloyd George's specific needs:

Custom Shoebox File Storage: The mobile shelving was organized to store shoebox files, with each file capable of holding approximately 40 patient records. Each shelf was designed to fit 7 shoebox files, and each bay contained 8 shelves, accommodating a total of 56 shoebox files per bay.
High-Capacity Storage: With 8 mobile bays installed, the system provided a total storage capacity of 17,920 records (8 bays x 56 shoebox files per bay x 40 records per file), significantly increasing the storage space available compared to traditional metal pull-out filing cabinets.
Visual and Physical Access: The design allowed for easy visual access to files, with the added convenience of removable drawers, enabling staff to inspect and manage records more efficiently.
Aesthetic Integration: The mobile shelving system was designed to match the reception area’s decor, ensuring that it blended seamlessly into the existing environment without compromising on functionality.
Enhanced Security: The mobile shelving added an extra layer of security, with lockable bays to protect sensitive patient records from unauthorized access.

Results

The installation of the mobile shelving system at NHS Lloyd George delivered several key benefits:

Maximized Storage Capacity: The custom-designed shelving system increased the storage capacity by more than 50% compared to traditional metal filing cabinets, accommodating nearly 18,000 patient records in a compact, efficient space.
Improved File Management: The organization of files into shoebox trays with removable drawers facilitated easier access and inspection of patient records, enhancing operational efficiency.
Seamless Integration: The shelving system was aesthetically designed to fit into the reception area’s decor, ensuring that it contributed to a professional and cohesive environment.
Increased Security: The lockable bays provided added security, ensuring that patient records were securely stored and protected from unauthorized access.

Conclusion

OfficeSTOR’s mobile shelving solution for NHS Lloyd George has significantly improved the storage and management of patient records, providing a high-capacity, secure, and aesthetically pleasing system that enhances both efficiency and security.

Mobile Shelving and Archive Storage Solution for MMC

Maximizing Space and Efficiency with OfficeSTOR's Tailored Storage Solution

MMC required a central, easily accessible storage area for their office staff, integrating both live-filing and archive box storage. OfficeSTOR delivered a customized mobile shelving solution that optimized space, improved file organization, and provided secure storage, all within easy reach of the staff’s desks.

Client's Brief

MMC needed a storage system that would allow office staff quick and easy access to live files and archive materials from their desks. The live-filing was to be based on foolscap shelf filing, while also accommodating archive box storage. Due to the floppy nature of the files, there was a need for a solution that would prevent files from slipping or falling, making retrieval more efficient.

The OfficeSTOR Solution

OfficeSTOR designed and implemented a mobile shelving system tailored to meet MMC's specific needs:

Efficient File Organization: To address the challenge of floppy files, each shelving bay was divided with two full-height dividers, creating three compartments per shelf. This design ensured that files remained upright and organized, preventing them from slipping and making picking easier for the staff.
High-Capacity Storage: The mobile shelving system consisted of 40 bays, with each bay equivalent to the capacity of three 4-drawer filing cabinets. This provided a total storage capacity equivalent to 120 4-drawer filing cabinets, or 240 linear meters of storage, delivering a massive space-saving solution.
Centralized Access: The mobile shelving system was strategically positioned for easy access, allowing staff to quickly retrieve and store files without leaving their immediate work area.
Security: The system included lockable security features, ensuring that sensitive files and documents were protected from unauthorized access.

Results

The installation of the mobile shelving system at MMC resulted in several significant benefits:

Space Optimization: The solution provided a substantial space saving by consolidating storage into a centralized area that offered the equivalent of 120 4-drawer filing cabinets within a compact footprint.
Improved File Management: The addition of full-height dividers in each shelving bay prevented files from slipping or falling, making it easier for staff to locate and retrieve the files they needed.
Increased Efficiency: With the storage area centrally located and easily accessible from staff desks, MMC’s office operations became more efficient, reducing the time spent on file retrieval and storage.

Conclusion

OfficeSTOR’s customized mobile shelving and archive storage solution has transformed MMC’s office space, providing a high-capacity, secure, and organized storage system that enhances efficiency and maximizes available space.

Offsite Archive Storage Facility Consolidation

Centralizing Archive Storage for Enhanced Efficiency and Cost Savings

A new offsite archive storage facility was constructed to replace several smaller satellite facilities, centralizing operations into one large high-bay storage building. This strategic move aimed to achieve economies of scale, improve efficiency, and reduce overall storage costs.

Client's Brief

The client, managing multiple smaller archive facilities, faced challenges with inefficiency and higher operational costs. They required a centralized solution to streamline storage operations, maximize space utilization, and achieve cost savings through economies of scale.

The OfficeSTOR Solution

OfficeSTOR provided a comprehensive solution to meet the client's needs, focusing on designing and implementing a high-capacity storage facility:

High-Bay Storage Design: The new facility was designed with high-bay storage, maximizing vertical space and significantly increasing storage capacity compared to traditional storage solutions.
Centralized Operations: By consolidating the smaller satellite facilities into one centralized location, the client could streamline their operations, reducing duplication of efforts and improving overall efficiency.
Optimized Storage Layout: Large archive boxes were positioned on the first five levels for easy hand-picking, while smaller archive files were stored above. This arrangement allowed for efficient access using narrow-aisle order pickers, providing an effective alternative to multi-level mezzanine floors with shelving.
Storage of Inactive and Dead Files: The system accommodated smaller inactive and dead files that needed to be stored for legal reasons, ensuring compliance and accessibility.
Economies of Scale: The larger, centralized facility allowed the client to benefit from economies of scale, reducing per-unit storage costs and lowering overall operational expenses.
Future-Proof Layout: The high-bay storage design ensured that the facility could accommodate future growth, providing scalable storage solutions for the client's expanding archive needs.

Results

The implementation of the new high-bay storage facility resulted in several key benefits for the client:

Increased Efficiency: Centralizing storage operations in one location improved logistical efficiency, reducing the time and resources required to manage and access archived materials.
Cost Savings: The economies of scale achieved through the larger facility significantly lowered storage costs, providing substantial financial benefits to the client.
Enhanced Capacity: The high-bay design dramatically increased storage capacity, allowing the client to consolidate all archives into a single location with room for future expansion.
Improved Access: The strategic placement of large archive boxes on lower levels and smaller files above, accessed by narrow-aisle order pickers, facilitated easy retrieval and management of documents.

Conclusion

OfficeSTOR's innovative approach to designing and implementing a centralized high-bay storage facility has transformed the client's archive storage operations. By consolidating multiple smaller facilities into one large, efficient location, the client has realized significant cost savings, improved efficiency, and enhanced storage capacity.

Toyota conversion from fixed to mobile shelving

Bespoke Mobile Storage Installation for Toyota, Derbyshire

Doubling Storage Capacity with OfficeSTOR's Mobile Shelving

Toyota in Derbyshire faced a storage challenge: their existing static shelving left no room for expansion in their limited space. OfficeSTOR provided a bespoke mobile storage solution, transforming their shelving system and doubling their storage capacity within the same room.

Client's Brief

Toyota needed to increase their storage capacity but lacked the space to add more static shelving. The available room was too small to accommodate additional shelves, necessitating an innovative solution to maximize storage efficiency and ensure easy access to stored items.

Shortspan filing shelving converted to mobile shelving

The OfficeSTOR Solution

OfficeSTOR leveraged their expertise in custom mobile storage solutions to address Toyota's needs:

Bespoke Mobile Bases: OfficeSTOR manufactured bespoke mobile bases to fit Toyota's existing shelving systems. This included both longspan rivet shelving and shortspan delta filing shelving.
Optimized Space Usage: By converting the static shelving to mobile shelving, OfficeSTOR enabled Toyota to fit twice as much shelving within the same room. The mobile shelving system reduced the need for multiple aisle gaps, consolidating them into just two aisles.
Enhanced Security: The mobile shelving system improved security by allowing the aisles to be locked, preventing unauthorized access to the stored items.

Longspan rivet shelving converted to mobile storage

Results

The installation of OfficeSTOR's bespoke mobile shelving system resulted in a significant increase in storage capacity for Toyota. By converting their existing shelving to mobile units, Toyota was able to double their storage space without requiring additional room. The reconfiguration also enhanced security, as the lockable aisles provided controlled access to the stored items.

Conclusion

OfficeSTOR's customized mobile storage solution has revolutionized Toyota's storage capabilities in Derbyshire. By doubling the storage capacity within the same space and enhancing security, OfficeSTOR has delivered a highly efficient and secure storage system tailored to Toyota's specific needs.

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