Steel Shelving dictionary

Adder Unit – A unit of shelving that attaches to a starter unit and employs common sides to produce a row of shelving.

Back Braces – Pieces that attach to the rear posts of open style shelving, providing lateral stability.

Back Panel – A part that closes the rear of shelving units and also provides additional lateral stability.

Base Strip – A section that closes the gap between the floor and bottom shelf. Base strips prevent the accumulation of dust and other debris beneath the bottom shelves.

Bin Front – A shelving accessory that provides storage for small bulk parts.

Box Post – A post that is used as a front post or row end. Box posts provide accessibility to the full width of the shelf and some vertical adjustability.

Drawer Insert Unit – Small drawer units that are designed for the organization and efficient storing of smaller sized items.

Full Height Dividers – Vertical separators used to subdivide shelving into smaller units.

Heavy-Duty Modular Drawers – Accessories that allow for the transformation of sections of shelving units into high-density storage areas for smaller parts.

Offset Angle Post – A roll-formed, high-strength post that provides added rigidity and allows for independent shelf clip adjustment.

Partial Height Divider – A shelving accessory used to divide shelves into sections.

Shelf Boxes – A steel shelving accessory that provides storage for small parts. Shelf boxes are sometimes equipped with a built-in stop.

Shelf Capacity – The maximum weight each shelf is capable of bearing. Shelf capacities are calculated with the assumption of even weight distribution on each shelf.

Shelf Clip – A part that attaches the shelves to the posts and enables easy repositioning of the shelving units in a given interval of length.

Shelf Depth – The dimensions of a shelving unit from front to back.

Sliding Divider – A piece that fits around the rear and front flanges of a shelf. Sliding dividers can be slid, providing variable divided spaces.