Both professionals and individuals need storage accessories to store their products or organize tools or various items. The choice of a workshop shelf mainly depends on the user’s needs:
- the so-called light models able to support a load of 250 kg per shelf are suitable for holding spare parts, tools;
- the medium-duty versions with a load capacity of 500 kg per shelf are suitable for storing bulky and heavy objects;
- heavy-duty shelving has a maximum load capacity of 1.5 t per shelf. Therefore, they are suitable for significant loads.
Workshop shelves are also distinguished by their manufacturing material.
- Wood or plastic shelves support loads up to 250 kg. They can be used for storing shoes, light tools, or food products.
- Aluminum models have a load capacity of less than 500 kg. They are most often used for storing cardboard boxes, tires, or spare parts.
- Galvanized steel is known for its robustness. Shelves made from this material are suitable for storing heavy objects.
While some shelves are modular to adapt to various uses, other shelves are designed for specific purposes.
- For example, tire racks are intended to hold tires.
- Some shelves come with plastic bins to facilitate the storage of small items like bolts, nuts, screws, washers, or silent blocks.
- Models specifically designed to hold crates of vegetables or beverages are available.
Therefore, the choice of shelving depends on the user's needs, but also on the nature and characteristics of the objects or products to be stored. Dimensions should be chosen according to the available space.