High Density Mobile Shelving Systems

High density mobile shelving helps you store more in less space by eliminating fixed aisles and mounting shelves on mobile carriages. Ideal for offices, libraries, warehouses, and teams, these systems can double capacity while improving organization and security. Southwest Solutions Group designs, installs, and services high density storage nationwide, with options for manual, mechanical‑assist, or powered movement plus digital controls. Explore photos, use cases, and related products below, download Revit families for planning, or request a free consultation to get a space‑saving layout and budget. Our team provides CAD and installation support for a smooth, code‑compliant project.

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What Is High-Density Mobile Shelving?

These mobile shelving systems eliminate fixed aisles by mounting shelving units on rolling carriages. The result: more storage in less space.

Benefits include:

  • Sliding carriages on floor tracks
  • Opens aisles only when needed
  • Doubles or triples storage capacity
  • Manual, mechanical, or powered movement
  • Ideal for files, gear, inventory, and archives

Space Optimization & Cost Savings

Mobile shelving helps facilities reduce costs by making better use of existing space, eliminating the need for new construction or off-site storage.

Features Include:

  • Up to 50% more storage in the same footprint
  • Saves on real estate and facility costs
  • Improves workflow efficiency
  • Increases staff productivity
  • Cost-effective for growing organizations
modular mobile shelving storing framed art
compact mobile shelving storing law books in library

Versatile Storage for Any Industry

From law offices to athletic departments, mobile shelving is adaptable across industries. You can configure these systems for any kind of documents, media, parts, or equipment.

Features Include:

  • Legal and archive filing
  • Library and academic shelving
  • Industrial tools and parts
  • Sports gear and uniforms
  • Museum and healthcare records

Integrated Safety Features

Every mobile shelving system includes safeguards to ensure safe operation and protect both users and stored contents.

Common safety features include:

  • Anti-tip rails and brakes
  • Sensor systems for movement detection
  • Lock-in-place safety options
  • ADA-compliant and low-force controls
  • Manual or powered operation
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mobile shelving controlled via bluetooth app

Customization & Digital Integration

Customize your system with shelves, drawers, and digital controls for your exact workflow. Automate access and track inventory in real time.

Types of integration include:

  • Barcode and RFID tracking
  • Touchscreen or push-button access
  • Custom shelving dimensions
  • Labeling, locking, and lighting options
  • CAD layouts and installation support

High Density Mobile Shelving for Office & Archive Storage

Mechanical-assist mobile shelving storing archival boxes
Streamlines HR, legal, or accounting files in high-density units.

HR and legal teams deal with hundreds of active files and archived records. Our mobile shelving systems replace traditional file cabinets, freeing up valuable square footage while keeping documents organized, accessible, and secure.

Custom dividers and locking options help ensure compliance while maintaining a professional and efficient office environment.

  • Replace file cabinets and reclaim valuable floor space
  • Locking options support compliance and privacy
  • Configurable dividers and labels for quick retrieval

Frequently Asked Questions

High-density mobile shelving eliminates fixed aisles between shelves by mounting storage units on rolling carriages that move along floor tracks. Aisles open only when and where needed, which maximizes space efficiency and significantly increases storage capacity within the same footprint.

On average, high-density shelving systems can double or even triple your storage capacity in the same area. Reclaimed space can be repurposed for other operations or eliminate the need for off-site storage.

These systems are highly versatile and used across a variety of environments:

  • Office file storage (HR, legal, accounting)
  • Libraries and academic archives
  • Industrial tool and parts storage
  • Sports equipment rooms in gyms and schools
  • Museums, healthcare facilities, and government agencies

Yes. Systems include safety features such as:

  • Anti-tip tracks
  • Lock-in-place brakes
  • Sensor-based movement detection
  • ADA-compliant design and low-force operation

You can also choose between manual (crank), mechanical-assist, or powered systems depending on your needs.

Absolutely. You can customize:

  • Shelf depth, width, and height
  • Drawer, bin, and hanger bar configurations
  • Colors and finishes
  • Locking systems, touchscreen controls, and barcode tracking

We also provide layout designs, CAD drawings, and installation support.

Yes. Our systems are modular and scalable, allowing for future reconfiguration, expansion, or relocation as your storage needs change.

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Explore Our High Density Storage Options

Mobile Racking

Mobile Racking

Store more palletized goods using mobile carriages that increase warehouse capacity without adding square footage.

Explore Mobile Racking
Sliding Storage Shelves

Sliding Storage Shelves

Side-to-side shelving systems that save aisle space while keeping files, supplies, or boxes accessible in tight areas.

Explore Sliding Storage Shelves
Golf Bag Racks

Golf Bag Racks

Maximize golf equipment storage with high density racks that hold up to 12 bags per unit—perfect for clubs, schools, and athletic facilities.

Explore Golf Bag Racks
Pull Out Bookshelf

Pull Out Bookshelf

Full-extension sliding cabinets that reduce strain and improve storage density for archives, collections, or inventory.

Explore Pull Out Bookshelves
High Bay Shelving

High Bay Shelving

Use your vertical space with shelving systems that reach 30 feet or more and are ideal for archival or backstock storage.

Explore High Bay Shelving
Vertical Grow Racks

Vertical Grow Racks

Double or triple canopy space with mobile grow racks designed for airflow, lighting, and access in licensed cannabis facilities.

Explore Vertical Grow Racks

Get Started with High-Density Mobile Shelving Today

From the front office to the warehouse, Southwest Solutions Group’s mobile shelving systems help organizations save space, stay organized, and improve workflow.

Contact us today for a free consultation and discover how our expertly engineered high-density mobile shelving can help your organization work smarter.

Call us at (800) 803-1083 or Contact Us to schedule your free consultation today.

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