Monthly Archives: January 2019

Vol. 210: Space for Teaching and Technology

Consolidating cabinets and shelving in a campus library

This university was facing a space crunch. The Department of Art and Design wanted to offer students hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, but they lacked space for specialized computer labs for animation, digital photography, and other design courses.

The main library on campus, meanwhile, had an entire floor of under-utilized space. Microfilm cabinets, along with audio recordings and books on static shelving, took up the library’s lower level.

When it became obvious that the best solution would be to repurpose large areas of the library’s lower level for new learning spaces, the dean of library services contacted the nearby Spacesaver consultant for advice.

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See more photos of this project here.

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Vol. 209: More space for soldiers

Right-sized lockers save space and make room for growth

Spacesaver consultants are experts in space optimization, and they can often save clients the expense of new construction by re-thinking how areas are used and designing solutions that are a better fit for the space that’s available.

That was the case at an Idaho National Guard unit where soldiers were using lockers that were worn out and too small to accommodate their gear.

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Note to sales reps: This National Guard unit’s existing lockers measured 18″ wide by 24″ deep by 72″ high. The new Spacesaver lockers were 96″ high by 30″ deep by 30″ wide.

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Vol. 208: Modern Technology in Library Stacks

Helping a library upgrade to meet patrons’ needs

Libraries are constantly changing to better serve their patrons, and Spacesaver is proud to help.

Nearly fifteen years after Spacesaver installed shelving throughout Seattle’s Central Library, library staff noticed that patrons wanted computer kiosks in the stacks. They asked the local Spacesaver consultant to help find a way to power computer monitors and create a convenient station for patrons to stash their books.

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Vol. 207: CUSTOM ATHLETIC LOCKERS

A secure, durable option for sports programs

A Wisconsin high school needed to renovate its locker room to create a more secure and organized space for student athletes. The school’s “budget” lockers were damaged to the point that they were no longer secure, and school officials were dealing with theft complaints at least once a week.

The school wanted to invest in more durable lockers so coaches could focus on developing athletes rather than investigating thefts — but they had a tight budget.

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See more photos of this project here.

NOTE to SALES REPS: These custom lockers included ETO upgrades to Spacesaver’s Rival Locker (upgrades included double-walled doors, recessed hasps and handles, and louvers). Want to learn more about the Rival? Check out the Rival Locker Info Sheet.

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Vol. 206: UNIFORM AND SUPPLY STORAGE

Helping a high school’s JROTC youth development program

The JROTC is the U.S. Department of Defense’s largest youth development program, with more than 300,000 cadets enrolled in approximately 1,700 high schools throughout the United States.

Each cadet needs supplies, equipment, and uniforms, and these items must be kept clean and organized to prevent loss or damage.

Like many schools, the Virginia high school pictured here didn’t have enough storage space to accommodate all these items. Gear was stored in several different areas and it took a long time for instructors and cadets to find what they needed.

See how Spacesaver helped the program save time, save space, and improve organization.

Contact Spacesaver for pricing information.