Most traditional shelving leaves valuable space unused.

Consider a typical library.

Wide aisles exist between every shelf whether someone is standing there or not. Those permanent aisles consume a surprising amount of floor space.

Imagine if your parking lot required a driving lane between every parked vehicle.

It wouldn't make much sense.

That's essentially how conventional library shelving works.

Spacesaver eliminates wasted aisle space by allowing shelves to move, creating only the aisle that's needed at that moment.

The result?

Much more storage in exactly the same room.

High-Density Mobile Shelving: The Space Multiplier

One of the most transformative solutions available is Spacesaver High-Density Mobile Shelving.

Instead of permanently fixed shelving, entire shelving units glide smoothly on precision tracks.

Only one access aisle remains open at a time.

Benefits include:

• Up to 100% more storage capacity
• Recovery of valuable floor space
• Easier organization
• Improved accessibility
• Cleaner, more attractive layouts
• Better protection for library collections

Many libraries use reclaimed space for:

• Collaborative learning
• Children's programming
• Community events
• Quiet study areas
• Technology centers
• Staff workrooms

It's one of the rare upgrades that simultaneously improves storage and enhances the visitor experience.

Public Libraries: Building Community Without Building Additions

Public libraries continue expanding their role within the community.

Today's patrons expect:

• Meeting rooms
• Business centers
• Teen spaces
• Digital creation labs
• Makerspaces
• Flexible event areas
• Comfortable reading lounges

Instead of relocating collections offsite, Spacesaver helps libraries consolidate books, archives, and media into compact storage systems that free thousands of square feet for public use.

More community.

Less clutter.

No costly expansion.

University libraries face unique pressures.

Collections continue growing while students increasingly expect collaborative learning environments.

Spacesaver systems help colleges and universities create room for:

• Research commons
• Group study rooms
• Digital scholarship centers
• Faculty collaboration spaces
• Student success centers

Meanwhile, high-density shelving safely preserves:

• Journals
• Rare books
• Government documents
• Theses
• Microfilm
• Archives
• Special collections

Researchers still enjoy easy access—just in a much more efficient environment.

K-12 School Libraries: Flexible Spaces for Modern Learning

School libraries have evolved into innovation centers.

Today's media centers often include:

• Robotics labs
• Reading zones
• Flexible classrooms
• STEAM learning
• Technology checkout
• Collaborative projects

Spacesaver mobile shelving helps schools maximize limited square footage while keeping educational resources organized and easily accessible.

As educational needs evolve, shelving configurations can evolve too.

Archive Storage That Protects History

Some library materials are irreplaceable.

Historic manuscripts.

Local newspapers.

Maps.

Photographs.

Genealogy collections.

Government records.

These collections require more than storage—they require preservation.

Spacesaver archival storage systems help protect materials from:

• Dust
• Light exposure
• Improper handling
• Space limitations

Specialized archival cabinets, museum-quality shelving, and preservation accessories keep collections secure while remaining accessible to researchers.

Modern libraries manage much more than printed materials.

Collections often include:

• DVDs
• Blu-rays
• Vinyl records
• CDs
• Audio archives
• Gaming collections
• Tablets
• Laptops
• Technology lending devices

Spacesaver offers configurable storage solutions that organize diverse media while maximizing available space.

Library Staff Deserve Better Storage Too

Behind every great library is an organized staff workspace.

Spacesaver provides storage for:

• Office supplies
• Programming materials
• Seasonal displays
• Book processing
• Maintenance equipment
• Marketing materials
• Technology accessories
• Furniture storage

Efficient back-of-house storage allows staff to spend less time searching and more time serving patrons.

Designed for Beautiful Libraries

Storage shouldn't dominate the room.

It should complement it.

Spacesaver systems are available in numerous colors, finishes, and configurations that integrate seamlessly with modern architectural designs.

Whether renovating a historic Carnegie library or constructing a contemporary university learning commons, Spacesaver systems support both aesthetics and functionality.

Small Station? No Problem.

Volunteer stations often face the biggest storage challenges.

Limited budgets.

Older buildings.

Growing equipment.

Minimal storage.

Fortunately, strategic storage upgrades can dramatically increase usable space without major renovations.

Sometimes simply replacing outdated shelving with engineered storage systems frees enough room for future equipment purchases.

Planning a New Fire Station?

Storage should never be an afterthought.

It should be incorporated during design.

Architects and municipal planners increasingly specify engineered storage systems early because they help:

• Improve operational efficiency
• Reduce future renovation costs
• Maximize building lifespan
• Increase equipment protection
• Improve workflow
• Support firefighter wellness
• Adapt to changing department needs

A well-designed station isn't just beautiful.

It's functional for decades.

Firefighters Protect Communities. Their Equipment Deserves Protection Too.

Every helmet.

Every turnout coat.

Every medical kit.

Every rescue tool.

Every radio.

Every second matters when lives are on the line.

Protecting those investments starts with proper storage.

Modern storage solutions help departments stay organized, improve readiness, maximize taxpayer investments, and prepare for whatever emergency comes next.

Because when the alarm sounds, firefighters should be thinking about saving lives—not wondering where someone put the equipment.

Libraries throughout Virginia trust Spacesaver Storage Solutions because we provide far more than shelving.

We provide complete project support, including:

• Facility evaluations
• Space planning
• CAD layout assistance
• Custom system design
• Professional installation
• Equipment relocation
• Preventive maintenance
• Long-term service and support

Our team works with:

• Public libraries
• Academic libraries
• K-12 schools
• Historical societies
• Museums
• Archives
• Government libraries
• Corporate information centers

From Richmond and Fredericksburg to Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Glen Allen, Ashland, Chesterfield, and throughout the Commonwealth, we help libraries create more usable space without expanding their buildings.

Libraries throughout Virginia trust Spacesaver Storage Solutions because we provide far more than shelving.

We provide complete project support, including:

Facility evaluations
Space planning
CAD layout assistance
Custom system design
Professional installation
Equipment relocation
Preventive maintenance
Long-term service and support

Our team works with:

Public libraries
Academic libraries
K-12 schools
Historical societies
Museums
Archives
Government libraries
Corporate information centers

From Richmond and Fredericksburg to Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Glen Allen, Ashland, Chesterfield, and throughout the Commonwealth, we help libraries create more usable space without expanding their buildings.

Invest in More Than Shelving

Every library has a mission.

To educate.

To preserve.

To inspire.

To bring communities together.

Spacesaver Storage Solutions helps libraries accomplish all of these goals by transforming underutilized storage space into opportunities for learning, collaboration, and discovery.

When your shelving works smarter, your library can serve more people, preserve more history, and prepare for whatever comes next.

Because the best libraries don't just store knowledge—they create space for it to grow.

Every library has a mission.

To educate.

To preserve.

To inspire.

To bring communities together.

Spacesaver Storage Solutions helps libraries accomplish all of these goals by transforming underutilized storage space into opportunities for learning, collaboration, and discovery.

When your shelving works smarter, your library can serve more people, preserve more history, and prepare for whatever comes next.

Because the best libraries don't just store knowledge—they create space for it to grow.