Museum
Protected and secured solutions for ever-growing collections
From the smallest objects to the largest artifacts, we know that preserving and protecting all items within a museum’s care is top priority. As collections continue to grow, sooner or later, institutions experience a lack of storage space.
At Spacesaver Interiors, we can help you design solutions that will protect your collections against risk and boost community engagement, while repurposing and stretching your space and budget to suit the needs of your collection, staff and visitors alike.
High-Density Shelving
High-density shelving maximizes your current footprint. Mobile storage systems allow museums and collections to take advantage of nonproductive, fixed-aisle space used in traditional stationary-storage applications. The interchangeable parts that make up the system allows for your storage to adapt to the needs of your facility as your collection grows and changes. Incorporate 4-Post Shelving, shelving with ventilation, art rack mesh, specimen drawers, museum cabinets, and more.
With a push a button on our powered systems or a turn of the handle on our manual systems opens an aisle where you want it. The result is 100% greater storage capacity or 50% space reduction
Art Racks
Art racks are an ideal and convenient compact storage choice for secure, easy access to hanging art. We offer a variety of options to suit any space: from ceiling-mounted hand-controlled manual art rack systems, to floor-mounted high-density art storage rack systems, and free-standing modular art racks. 4-Post Art Racks can be mounted on mobile carriages and integrated into compact storage systems with other Spacesaver specialty storage units. Spacesaver Interiors art racks are equipped with anti-tip and anti-vibration mechanisms to ensure that artwork is protected.
Conservation Cabinets
Collections come in all shapes and sizes depending on the museum. Spacesaver Interiors has the storage options you need. Glass front conservation cabinets have a flexible design that allows our clients to create fully customized solutions for virtually any need – perfect for the more delicate artifacts. Shelves and drawers can be made to custom depths for holding a variety of specimens.
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We recognize that the most significant factors influencing your choice in storage systems are conservation, preservation and security. With Spacesaver solutions, we ensure that your collections will not only have a place in history, but in the future as well.
Museum Storage Solutions FAQ
How can we protect delicate artifacts while maximizing space?
We offer Glass-Front Conservation Cabinets that provide a sealed, protective environment for sensitive items. These cabinets are fully customizable, with shelves and drawers that can be made to specific depths to accommodate a wide variety of biological specimens or historical artifacts.
What is the best way to store large hanging art collections?
Art Racks are the ideal solution for hanging collections. We provide several configurations:
- Ceiling-Mounted: Manual systems that glide easily.
- Floor-Mounted: High-density systems for maximum capacity.
- Pull-Out Racks: Integrated into compact storage systems to save floor space while keeping art accessible.
How do you prevent damage to items on mobile shelving?
To protect against the physical risks of movement, our High-Density Shelving systems for museums are equipped with anti-tip and anti-vibration mechanisms. This ensures that even when carriages are moving, the artifacts remain stable and secure.
Can these systems accommodate obscurely sized artifacts?
Yes. Our high-density systems use interchangeable parts, allowing the storage to adapt as your collection grows. You can incorporate:
- Specimen drawers for small items.
- 4-Post shelving for standard boxes.
- Art rack mesh for framed works.
- Pallet racking for oversized or heavy artifacts.
How much space can we actually save?
By replacing traditional fixed aisles with a single “floating” aisle, our mobile storage systems can result in a 50% reduction in required floor space or a 100% increase in storage capacity within your existing footprint.
Are the systems easy for staff to operate?
Absolutely. We offer two main operation styles:
- Powered Systems: Open aisles at the push of a button.
- Manual Systems: Utilize an ergonomic handle that makes moving thousands of pounds of storage effortless.
We only work with the best
Since 1973, we have been the premier source for custom storage solutions designed to meet modern-day challenges. So, when it comes to implementing a design that meets your specific needs, our expertise is unparalleled.
