Museums and archives are running out of useable internal storage floor space within the museum environment. Acquiring additional land obviously can offer a solution to the space "squeeze," but few museums can move to the suburbs or split their facilities like industry does.
Added to these problems is the surging impact of larger and larger collections to be stored and displayed as well as the constant need for more laboratory, research and classroom space.
Spacesaver’s flexible storage systems:
- Whatever you need, we will build it to accommodate your specific needs
- Deliver twice the capacity of conventional storage
- Allow you to store a wide variety of items in one unit with wide span shelving for oversized items; cabinets, trays and drawers and other shelving solutions to protect delicate specimens.
- Can incorporate existing cabinetry and shelving units (both standard and custom sizes/configurations) and specialized containers
- Let you create storage in wasted overhead or under-the-stair areas
- Prevent theft with a wide variety of security options including lockable units, keypad entry systems and remote access control
- Can interface with facility fire protection systems to limit damage in the event of a fire or flood
- Are available with synchronized drive and guide systems that provide smooth movement to minimize jarring and protect fragile items
- Are easily reconfigured when your needs change
- Reduce the need for off-site storage to improve access and save you time and money
Plus! Spacesaver systems offer these museum/archive-friendly features that add value:
- Materials tested for full compatability with stored material
- Programmable opening/closing to facilitate air circulation
- Silicone gaskets to seal closed aisles
- Electronic systems that interface with facility lights to minimize fluorescent exposure
- System coatings and components that meet strict archival protection standards