How High-Density Mobile Storage Works

High-density storage systems consist of shelving units mounted on mobile carriages. The shelves slide on floor tracks, compacting together when not in use. One or two moving aisles provide access to needed shelves. By eliminating fixed aisles, a high-density mobile storage system can double your storage capacity in the same footprint as traditional static shelving.

High-density shelving systems are available in manual or powered modes of operation. With a manual system, personnel use ergonomic mechanical-assist handles to move the shelves and open access aisles. With a powered system, shelves slide automatically at the push of a button. Both models include built-in safety features to keep staff and stored items safe while using the system. Optional security features are also available to restrict access to sensitive materials stored in the mobile system.

High-density mobile systems are customizable to meet the precise needs of your application. For example, these storage systems are available in stainless steel, a top choice for sanitary and temperature-controlled storage environments due to their corrosion resistance, durability, and ease of cleaning. High-density shelving systems can also be configured and adjusted to store all types of medical supplies, making it an excellent storage solution for any healthcare application.

Healthcare High-Density Mobile Shelving Applications

High-density mobile shelving has been the storage system of choice for many healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, pathology labs, pharmaceutical manufacturers, universities, and veterinary clinics. It is useful in various hospital departments, including central supply areas, surgical suites, sterile cores, labs, pharmacies, records departments, IT departments, food services departments, and more.

High-density mobile shelving is suitable for storing all types of supplies and materials for healthcare, including:

• Surgical supplies
• Medications
• Files and records
• Linens
• Vaccines
• Catheters
• Uniforms
• Lab slides and samples
• Medical imaging
• IT equipment
• Food supplies

Some of these specific applications are discussed in more detail below.

Sterile Supply Storage

An efficient storage system is crucial for sterile supply storage in hospitals. Several medical centers reaped significant benefits when they replaced inefficient sterile storage solutions like carts and wire racking systems with high-density mobile systems. The high-density systems improved the organization of sterile supplies and reduced the risk of damage to sterile instrument kits. Staff can locate critical supplies more quickly, and systems can be installed within operating rooms to provide immediate, point-of-need access to essential supplies.

Cold Storage

Many healthcare applications utilize cold storage for pharmaceuticals, vaccines, blood and other biological materials, and food supplies. This temperature-controlled space is expensive to maintain, so it’s essential to make the most of it. High-density storage systems are available in stainless steel or aluminum shelving or racking for walk-in freezers, coolers, and cold rooms. It’s the perfect solution to store more temperature-sensitive materials in less space safely.

Pharmacy Storage

Pharmacies need to be able to store a wide range of medication and supplies on hand at any given time. High-density storage systems allow pharmacies to store medications in bulk with improved storage organization, inventory management, and accessibility. The shelves can be easily adjusted as needed to accommodate items of various sizes. With high-density mobile systems, pharmacy staff can work more efficiently and make the most of limited storage space.

Pathology and Histology Storage

Pathology and histology labs face the challenge of storing extensive glass slides and paraffin blocks, typically for ten years or more. High-density storage systems can efficiently accommodate pathology and histology storage and provide room for future storage needs. Heavy-duty steel shelving units can support the weight of heavy boxes of glass slides, and powered operation allows personnel to access the shelving system effortlessly. Electronic locking options are also available for added security. Visit our online store to see our healthcare storage products.

Medical Records Storage

Medical records storage is another common healthcare challenge, as healthcare providers are typically required to retain medical records for six years or more, with new records being filed every day. High-density storage systems with open file shelving units provide ultra-efficient storage to accommodate your increasing volume of medical records in less space. And with HIPAA compliance in mind, security options such as locking rolling doors and keypad entry systems are available to control access to stored records.

Benefits of High-Density Mobile Storage

No matter where you utilize high-density shelving, these efficient storage systems afford numerous benefits for healthcare facilities. Here are a few:

• Double your storage capacity in your existing space.
• Save time locating and retrieving supplies or other stored materials.
• Improve the organization of your storage.
• Customize your storage system to fit your unique needs.
• Improve the efficiency of your operations.
• Promote cleanliness and reduce the risk of infection.
• Improve inventory management.
• Increase accuracy in storing and retrieving medications, specimens, and supplies.
• Accommodate your storage needs in your existing space with room for future growth.
• Lower operating costs by buying supplies in bulk thanks to increased storage capacity.
• Eliminate the need for costly expansions or relocations of your storage areas.
• Improve security and control access to sensitive materials.
• Maximize your storage density in costly climate-controlled space.
• Add point-of-need storage in operating rooms and surgical suites.
• Provide a higher quality of patient care.