Getting the Shelving You Need with the Budget You Have

Shelving options for foodservice are plentiful in today's market, but some eat up your entire budget before you’re even halfway through equipping all of your storage areas! The idea of getting more shelving with the same budget may seem risky or impossible, but there is a way.

We recently jumped at the chance to represent Quantum Foodservice because they’re one of the rare suppliers that offers quality shelving systems in a comprehensive range of materials. That means that whatever the application and the budget, Quantum has a strong, hygienic, quick-shipping shelving system to meet the need. 

Materials affect cost along with how and where the shelving can be used, so they’re an important factor when specifying shelving systems for each of your storage areas. Using different shelving types for different storage areas can help you stretch your budget without sacrificing performance and durability. 

The first step to optimizing your shelving budget is assessing your storage needs with a few basic questions:

What are you storing?

Canned goods, perishable or frozen foods, consumable takeout packaging, janitorial items, etc.?  

What type of environment?

Dry, damp (e.g., a dish room), walk-in cooler, freezer, in a hot kitchen, or front of house?

Will stored items be frequently accessed and rotated?

Few or frequent deliveries, light, or heavy use?

The next step is to match the application with the Quantum Shelving line designed for that type of use. 

Chrome Wire Shelving

Quantum Chrome is electro-plated over copper nickel with a high gloss finish. 

A great look for front of house applications, chrome is an extremely popular finish. It comes with a limited one year warranty against rust and corrosion in dry storage applications. Load capacity is 800 pounds per shelf.

Quantum Chrome Wire is available in Starter Kits, Add-on Units, Shelves, Posts, and Corner Shelving.

Stainless Steel Wire Shelving

Type 304 Stainless Steel provides stability and durability with a smooth, attractive, electro polished surface.

The best product available for corrosive, high humidity, or clean room environments, it comes with a lifetime limited warranty against rust and corrosion. Load capacity is 800 pounds per shelf.

Quantum Stainless Steel Wire Shelving is available in Starter Kits, Add-on Units, Wire Shelves, Solid Shelves, and Posts.

Green, Gray, and Black Epoxy Units

Epoxy shelving is an ideal solution for high humidity, wet, or walk-in cooler applications. Carbon steel is treated with iron phosphate and the powder coated epoxy is electrostatically applied, baked, and cured to a hard surface. All three colors are antimicrobial. Load capacity is 800 pounds per shelf.

Quantum Green, Gray, and Black Epoxy Shelving is available in Starter Kits, Add-on Units, Wire Shelves, and Posts.

Quantum Green Epoxy Shelving is also available in Hybrid Plastic Polymer Mat Shelving Units and Corner Shelving.

Stainless Steel Solid Shelf Units

Solid shelves are a great solution when dirt, dust, and spills are a potential issue. They also keep small items or feet of larger items from tipping or slipping through the shelf. Double hemmed 18 gauge 304 stainless steel provides excellent strength while the marine edge perimeter prevents spills. Stainless Steel is good for corrosive, high humidity, or clean room environments. All solid shelf units include 4 shelves and 4 Stainless Steel finish posts. Mobilize your starter kit using optional mobile kit WR-00H. Load capacity is 600 pounds per shelf.

Quantum Stainless Steel Solid Shelving is available in Starter Kits, Add-on Units, Solid Shelves, and Posts.

18 Gauge Galvanized Steel Solid Shelves & Shelving Units

Double hemmed 18 gauge galvanized steel provides excellent strength while the marine edge perimeter prevents spills. 

Galvanized Steel is designed specifically for corrosive and demanding environments. All solid shelf units consist of 5 shelves and 4 chrome finish posts. Mobilize your starter kit using optional mobile kit WR-00H. Load capacity is 600 pounds per shelf.

Quantum Galvanized Steel Solid Shelving is available in Starter Kits, Add-on Units, Solid Shelves, and Posts (chrome finish).

Hybrid Polymer Mat Shelving Units

Wire/Polymer Mat Hybrid Shelving Units offer excellent durability and cleanability at a super competitive cost. Dishwasher safe plastic mats promote air circulation and minimal dust buildup. 

Plastic shelves remove easily for cleaning and will never rust, dent, chip, or corrode. Green epoxy finish posts and frame supports 600 to 800 pounds per shelf. Shelves easily adjust to your exact storage height needs.

Millenia Shelving

Millenia™ Shelving is extremely versatile and suitable for wet, humid, and/or dry environments. This premium storage option comes with a lifetime warranty against rust and corrosion. The system combines easy clean and cost-efficient technologies, multi-functional design and Its polymer composition makes it resistant to abrasive chemicals and salt water. Starter units are available in 50", 62", 74", and 86" lengths. Load capacity is up to 1,000 pounds per shelf.

Millenia polymer shelving is available in Complete Shelving Units, Solid and Vented Shelves, Posts, and Accessories.

Lastly, we can review your storage needs with you to help you identify the right product and size for each of your storage applications. 

If needed, we can also assist with measuring your storage areas and working with Quantum’s Expert Shelving Consultants to get a complimentary layout to optimize your space.

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