Shelving - Dulieu Associates UK

"Do you supply Dexion?" is an oft heard request. After talking to the enquirer, it is just as often learned that Dexion is being used as a generic term. The simple answer is "Yes! And much more besides!"
British Standard Steel Shelving This standard came into being in 1955 and is still extremely popular offering an economical solution to many storage problems, if aesthetics are not a consideration. Slotted Angle Shelving Again, an old favourite. Care should be taken that loads imposed on the shelving are within those quoted. Cantilever Shelving Lighter duty version of racking system which will often have a steel, or chipboard shelf overlaid to provide uninterrupted access to the product. Can be wall mounted, depending on site conditions.
Boltless Shelving The modern (and usually metric) version of the British Standard system. Loadings are similar, the equivalent accessories are available, but all the components clip or slot together making changes or additions an easy and quick exercise.
Rolled Edge Shelving Depending on loadings, the shelves can be bolted or clipped into position. Usually used for archive storage as there is no interruption on the uprights when withdrawing paperwork from a usually densely packed shelf and is still very economical.
Delta Edge Shelving The modern version of the rolled edge system. Has a triangular shaped roll on the front of the upright and usually has shelves positioned on adjustable clips and available in more colourways than just "battleship" grey.
Widespan / Longspan Shelving Offers larger spans between uprights and ideal for storing large boxes, or product. In the lighter duty, chipboard shelf versions can be very economic, but can also cater for very heavy loads when combined with steel decking.
Mobile Shelving Any shelving system can be made "mobile". Runs of shelving move along tracks mounted on the floor either laterally or longitudinally, giving the need for only a single aisle within the system, thereby increasing storage density. Frequency of access is a prime consideration when contemplating an installation of this type.
Multi-tier Shelving Most standard shelving systems can be made multi-tier. This is where the shelving is at least double the height of a standard installation and gantry style walkways are run between the runs of shelving. Less flexible than a Mezzanine Floor, but can be more cost effective. Access to the upper tiers is gained via standard staircases. Food Grade Shelving Specialised systems for storing raw and packed foods. Please refer to our sales department. Stainless Steel Shelving High cost, but if aesthetics are important still offers good value. Usually formed using circular posts in the corner of each bay and having infinitely adjustable shelves in the height. Plastic Coated Shelving Coated version of stainless steel shelving. Available in variety of colours. Pigeonhole Shelving Used where small pigeonhole compartments are required. Care should be taken not to have a system that is too deep to reach in. Also used as an alternative to cantilever shelving for timber mouldings, plastic or aluminium extrusions etc. Metal Binning Units Usually a variation of either the British Standard, or Boltless Shelving Systems whereby a "bin front" is placed along the front edge of the shelf to prevent items from falling out into the aisles.