We offer high-quality steel shelving to make it easy to store and organize your supplies.
At Carolina Material Handling Inc., our goal is to provide the right equipment for your industrial, commercial, or institutional facility. We offer a wide range of equipment, including casters, conveyors, lifts, and much more. Our team has extensive experience in this industry, and you can count on us to help you find the equipment you need.
In our experience, we have found that storage infrastructure such as shelving makes a huge difference in operations, so we offer a range of high-quality shelving to help you optimize your facility. Below, we’ll provide more information about our steel shelving to help you decide if it’s right for you.
Our team offers two types of steel shelving—specifically, open and closed units.
- Open steel shelving utilizes sway braces to supply stability to the shelving unit. It costs a little less than a closed shelf and provides open-air access to your stored items. Adjacent units can share a common back or side sway brace.
- Closed steel shelving includes sheet metal panels at the sides and back that enclose the shelving unit for stability and aesthetics. It provides a clean and finished look. Enclosures prevent the products from being pushed off the shelves.
Starter units are complete and freestanding. Subsequent units can be connected to the first at the side panels, creating longer rows. If you have questions about our steel shelving, we encourage you to give our team a call to get more information and to find the answers you are looking for.
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FAQs About Steel Shelving
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What is steel shelving used for?
Steel shelving is used to organize and store inventory, tools, supplies, parts, records, and equipment in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, stockrooms, retail spaces, offices, schools, and other commercial environments. It provides durable, long-lasting storage that helps maximize available space and improve organization.
What is the difference between open and closed steel shelving?
Open steel shelving uses sway braces for stability, allowing easy access to stored items from multiple sides while offering a more economical solution. Closed steel shelving features solid side and back panels that create a cleaner appearance, provide additional stability, and help prevent items from falling off the shelves.
Which type of steel shelving is best for my facility?
The right steel shelving depends on your storage needs. Open shelving is ideal for frequently accessed inventory and maximizing visibility, while closed shelving is a great choice when you want a more finished appearance or additional protection for stored products. Our team can help you determine the best option for your application.
Can steel shelving be expanded as my storage needs grow?
Yes. Steel shelving systems are designed to grow with your business. Starter units can be installed as freestanding shelving, and additional units can be connected to create longer rows of shelving as your storage requirements increase.
How much weight can steel shelving hold?
The weight capacity of steel shelving varies depending on the shelf size, construction, and configuration. We can recommend shelving that safely supports your inventory, supplies, or equipment while meeting your facility’s storage requirements.
What industries use steel shelving?
Steel shelving is commonly used in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, retail stores, automotive shops, government buildings, and offices. It is a versatile storage solution for nearly any business that needs organized, accessible storage.
Can you help businesses choose the right steel shelving system?
Absolutely. At Carolina Material Handling Inc., our experienced team works with you to understand your storage challenges, available space, and operational needs before recommending the best steel shelving solution. We can help you select a system that improves organization, efficiency, and long-term storage capacity.
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At Carolina Material Handling Inc., we supply steel shelving to businesses in Charlotte, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Raleigh, Durham, Rocky Mount, and Goldsboro, North Carolina; Greenville and Greer, South Carolina; Jacksonville and Orlando, Florida; Newport News and Richmond, Virginia; Knoxville and Nashville, Tennessee; and Dalton and Atlanta, Georgia, as well as throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Florida, Indiana, Wisconsin, California, Illinois, Virginia, and Georgia.
