What are the Application Scenarios of Metal Stillages?

Metal stillages are widely used in many fields such as industry, commerce, logistics and home due to their high strength, durability and flexibility. The advantages of metal stillages can be maximized by selecting the appropriate shelf type (such as heavy, light, automated, etc.) according to specific needs, and paying attention to the material, load-bearing and scalability. The following is a detailed description of its main application scenarios:

1. Industrial manufacturing and warehousing

Raw material storage: In the manufacturing industry, metal stillages are used to store raw materials such as steel, plastic particles, and parts. For example, automobile manufacturers use heavy-duty beam shelves to store large components such as engines and gearboxes.

Semi-finished and finished product management: In the workshop, metal stillages are used to temporarily store semi-finished products in processing, or to store products to be shipped in the finished product warehouse. For example, electronics factories use flow shelves to achieve first-in-first-out (FIFO) management of semi-finished products.

Special environment storage: In special environments such as cold storage and explosion-proof warehouses, metal stillages need to use stainless steel or anti-corrosion coatings. For example, food cold storage uses galvanized shelves to store frozen meat to ensure long-term resistance to low temperatures and no rust.

2. Logistics and distribution centers

Palletized storage: Logistics centers use a large number of beam-type shelves in conjunction with forklifts to achieve three-dimensional storage of palletized goods. For example, e-commerce warehouses use through-type shelves to increase pallet storage density and reduce floor space.

Order sorting and temporary storage: In the sorting area, light-duty shelf shelves are used to temporarily store goods to be sorted. For example, express sorting centers use adjustable shelf shelves to store packages by region.

Automated warehousing integration: Modern logistics centers combine metal stillages with automated equipment (such as AGVs and stackers) to achieve unmanned operation. For example, JD.com's Asia No. 1 Warehouse uses an intelligent shelf system to automatically store and retrieve goods through robots.

3. Commercial retail

Supermarkets and convenience stores: Metal stillages are the core equipment for supermarket merchandise display. For example, Walmart uses standardized shelf shelves to store food, daily necessities, etc. by category, and uses tilted shelves to improve the display of goods.

Specialty stores and boutiques: High-end retail stores use customized metal stillages, combined with elements such as lighting and glass to enhance the brand image. For example, Apple retail stores use minimalist aluminum shelves to highlight the technological sense of products.

Promotion and temporary display: During holidays or promotional activities, merchants use movable metal stillages to quickly build temporary exhibition areas. For example, during the Double Eleven period, shopping malls used lightweight folding shelves to display discounted goods.

4. Archives management and office

Library and archives: Compact shelves are the core equipment of libraries and archives, and high-density storage is achieved through track sliding. For example, the National Library uses electric compact shelves, which can store thousands of books in a single group, saving up to 70% of space.

Enterprise documents management: Offices use metal filing cabinets with drawers or labels to store contracts, reports and other documents in a classified manner. For example, law firms use steel filing cabinets with locks to ensure the safety of customer information.

Laboratories and medical institutions: Metal stillages are used to store reagents, medicines or medical devices. For example, hospital pharmacies use anti-corrosion shelves to store medicines and are equipped with temperature and humidity monitoring systems.

5. Home and personal storage

Garages and basements: Families use lightweight metal stillages to organize tools, gardening supplies or seasonal items. For example, American families often use "Gladiator" brand shelves, whose modular design allows for free combination of layer height and accessories.

Kitchen and storage room: Small metal stillages are used to store pots, seasonings or cleaning supplies. For example, IKEA's "FINTORP" series shelves combine hooks and shelves to achieve vertical storage of kitchen items.

DIY and studio: Handicraft enthusiasts use metal stillages with tool hooks to store tools such as pliers and screwdrivers in categories. For example, woodworking studios use magnetic tool racks for quick and easy access to small accessories.

6. Special industry applications

Cold chain logistics: The shelves used in cold storage must be resistant to low temperatures. For example, pharmaceutical cold chain warehouses use 304 stainless steel shelves, which will not become brittle after long-term use at -20℃.

Dangerous goods storage: Chemical warehouses use explosion-proof shelves with anti-static treatment on the surface. For example, shelves for storing flammable liquids must pass the EU ATEX certification to avoid accidents caused by sparks.

Agriculture and animal husbandry: Farms use metal stillages to store feed, farm tools or breeding equipment. For example, modern pig farms use galvanized shelves to classify and store vaccines, veterinary drugs and other supplies.

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