Motorized Shelves: The Technical Edge

By Stuffey | February 5, 2024

Shelving, once imagined only as static and immobile, has undergone a transformative evolution thanks to the introduction of modern motorized shelving systems. As industry leaders adjust to get ahead in the race for efficiency, space equals potential — and wasted space means leaving profit on the table. By creating a movable aisle that can compact your shelving, Eclipse Electrical-Powered Motorized Shelving provides extra space for your team to work and maximize your potential output.

This blog post will delve into the diverse applications of electrical-powered mobile shelves across industries, showcasing their adaptability, efficiency, and security features.

Versatility Across Industries

Motorized shelves have surpassed traditional expectations, finding applications in a range of industries. From libraries and hospitals to retail spaces and police departments, these electrical-powered mobile shelving systems have proven adaptable across diverse work environments.

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This flexibility allows businesses to reimagine their storage solutions, creating dynamic spaces that cater to specific needs.

Retail Front-of-House Solutions

In the world of retail, where aesthetics and practicality must seamlessly converge, motorized shelving emerges as an adaptable and eye-pleasing storage solution. A standout example is Häfele America Co, which utilized Eclipse motorized shelving to craft a showroom in Manhattan that simultaneously stores and showcases its upscale residential and commercial hardware.

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"We started playing around with the idea of modifying a storage system to make it almost like a jewel box: we wanted to create something that would display products as well as store them."

The customizable design options offered by Eclipse, including an extensive selection of colors, finishes, and end-panel materials, allow retailers to create displays that align with their brand identity. Users can mount virtually any type of storage housing on Eclipse mobile carriages, offering a tailored solution for retailers aiming to make a visual impact.

Back-of-House Efficiency

Efficient storage management is crucial for the success of any retail business, and the Eclipse-powered compact storage system addresses this need with precision. The success story of The CATO Corporation illustrates how motorized systems enhance back-of-house efficiency.

Like any retail business, the company's buyers received product samples ranging from apparel to accessories — but they lacked a practical central location to store them.

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Patterson Pope helped the company select a powered mobile system outfitted with 4-post shelving, customized with accessories such as garment racks and pegs to house samples. With Eclipse-powered systems, businesses can maximize storage space, allowing better stock access and management. The adaptability of Eclipse, available in standard lengths from 3 feet to 81 feet, ensures that businesses with diverse storage needs can find a solution that fits seamlessly into their operations.

Securing Sensitive Information

In today's workplace, the security of sensitive information is more critical than ever. Motorized shelving systems provide a robust solution to safeguard personal and confidential data. A success story from a large natural gas company highlights the need for security measures like the ones embedded in the Eclipse system. 

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Most of the security breach stories we see in the news involve digitized files and computer data, the most common scenario is much simpler: one employee gains access to paper files with other employees' confidential information and exploits that information.

In the Eclipse system, each carriage can be programmed with a specific lock code, restricting access to authorized personnel. Eclipse can be programmed to close all aisles automatically during periods of inactivity, preventing unauthorized access and protecting against external elements. The Touch Technology Control™ enhances security with PIN-controlled system access and optional card access authorization.

Are Motorized Shelves the Right Fit For You?

Motorized shelving systems, epitomized by Eclipse shelving, are not merely storage solutions; they represent a versatile innovation that caters to a spectrum of needs. From front-of-house aesthetics to back-of-house efficiency and sensitive information security, these systems embody adaptability, security, and efficiency. Elevate your storage experience and witness innovation in action with the technical edge of motorized shelves.

To explore the full range of possibilities that motorized shelves offer, contact a Patterson Pope specialist today.

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