Vol. 295: Compact Cold Storage in a COVID Lab

Spacesaver supports 6x increase in testing capacity

In response to an urgent need to process more COVID-19 tests, a new lab was constructed in only two months by building out 30,000 square feet of shelled space inside an existing 150,000-square-foot facility.

The existing lab had been processing 7500 tests daily, and its capacity will increase by approximately 50,000 more tests per day when the addition is fully operational in early 2021.

See how Spacesaver stepped up to meet the lab’s goals within a tight timeframe.

Thanks to Keith Michael for sharing photos of this project!

Vol. 294: The Power of Reliability

Spacesaver’s powered mobile systems are fast, convenient, and safe. They also work for decades, day in and day out.

But one concern always comes up when talking with customers about powered mobile systems: “I’m worried about reliability.”

Our “Power of Reliability” campaign addresses your clients’ questions with solid proof. Did you miss our webinar earlier today? We’ll email you a link to the recording tomorrow. In the meantime, share campaign collateral with your networks!

Vol. 293: Ventilated ‘cabinets’ for a research lab

Optimizing space and maintaining a safe, clean laboratory

A pharmaceutical company was designing a new research lab, and the design team had four main requirements for cabinets that would store chemical reagents:

  • Provide exceptional ventilation
  • Provide visibility to stored items
  • Occupy the least amount of space possible
  • Promote a clean laboratory environment

See the Spacesaver solution and share with your networks!

Thanks to Scott Martin for sharing photos of this project.

Vol. 292: Illuminated 920 Series Cabinets

Visible, versatile storage in exhibit design

In traditional museums, the public only gets to see a relatively small number of the museum’s holdings. Staff at this museum wanted to help visitors better understand collections by putting more items on public display.

To protect the military arms and uniforms in the exhibit, staff chose illuminated Viking Preservation Cabinets 920 Series. The cabinets lock to ensure security in the public space and the cabinets’ interiors can be reconfigured to display different items in the future. 

Learn more and share with your networks!

Thanks to Eric Martin for sharing photos of this project.

Vol. 291: Secure storage for the Air Force

Saving space and keeping frequently-used tools accessible

In the U.S. Air Force, lives depend on well-maintained planes. To securely store commonly used tools, parts, and supplies, the Support Section Chief at an Air Maintenance Unit wanted to set up a cage in the supply room near the exit door to the runway.

Space was a problem, though: the cage would need to extend out into the room, about three feet beyond the outer edge of the shelving.

Instead of a cage, the Spacesaver solution securely stores crucial tools and supplies while taking up half the space that a cage would require to store the same items.Get the details!

Thanks to Ken York for sending photos of this project.

Vol. 290: Safety Features of the Viking Preservation Cabinet 920 Series

Here’s how safety is built in.

Museum cabinets from different companies might look the same at first glance, but you’ll notice important differences when you take a closer look. Safety is one of the primary ways that the Spacesaver Viking Preservation Cabinet 920 Series stands out from the competition.

  • Heavy-Duty Structure
  • Lift-Off Doors
  • Strong Clips
  • Safety-Stop Mechanism

Get the details!

Vol. 289: Efficient Storage for Medical Supplies

High-density mobile system optimizes space and increases capacity

When a Midwestern cancer center expanded to treat more patients, staff urged the project design team to set aside space for better storage.

They had been struggling with inadequate medical supply storage in the existing facility for more than ten years, and they knew that treating more patients would require even more supplies. They also knew that storage would take up space that could otherwise be used for patient care.

The design team called on the local Spacesaver consultant for advice on optimizing space, increasing storage capacity, and promoting efficiency in the newly expanded facility. See the Spacesaver solution:

Vol. 288: Viking Preservation Cabinet 920 Series

Versatile cabinets for changing collections

The biggest challenge in planning a collections area is usually dealing with future uncertainty: How will collections grow over time? Could collecting priorities shift in a few years? Will we ever get more room to expand collections storage?

The versatile interior of the Viking Preservation Cabinet 920 Series helps take some of the stress out of collections space planning. Its interchangeable panels allow museum professionals to swap out accessories as collections change over time.See how Spacesaver helped the Frazier Museum in Louisville, Kentucky:

Vol. 287: ‘Z’ Lockers for Campus Police

Storing long guns and duty bags in limited space

With no available storage space for long guns, officers at a large state university’s police department had to transport the weapons to and from work in their personal vehicles. Aside from being a hassle, this arrangement presented obvious security issues. In addition, officers had to store their duty bags in unsecured cubbies during their off hours.

To improve safety, security, and convenience, each officer needed a locker that would be large enough to hold a duty bag and a long gun in its case. The problem? Space was limited, with no room to expand.See the Spacesaver solution and help your clients learn more:

SPECIAL THANKS to Gary Lowery at Bradford Systems for sharing photos of this project! 

Vol. 286: Military Product Development

Working with military personnel to keep gear ready and secure

When the US military needs custom storage products, they know they can count on Spacesaver to design solutions that save lives, save time, and save money. Our engineers, manufacturing professionals, and local sales reps have been collaborating with the military for decades, creating products like the original Universal Weapons Rack, a variety of custom lockers, and the new Mobility Crate.Read the full story and help your clients learn more:

SPECIAL THANKS to Selina Smelser at MOTUS for sharing photos of this project!