The U.S. Armed Forces are justifiably proud of their rich heritage as exhibited by the many military museums. Yet the protection and preservation of historical treasures is no small task as the number of archival materials continues to expand – all the while museum space often remains fixed. It’s also an understatement to say the military constitutes specialized museum storage.
But there’s a reliable and proven solution.
Whether the need is to safely house insignias, maps, flags, weapons, art, uniforms, film, helmets, tank components, or virtually any other slice of military history, Spacesaver offers an unparalleled level of expertise in museum storage solutions.
Spacesaver’s comprehensive list of innovations and customized systems designed with one purpose: to preserve and protect delicate items of all sizes and media.
Space Conservation
It all revolves around adaptability founded on a strategic approach. If space conservation is as important as preservation, our mechanical-assist mobile storage system or Eclipse Powered System™ High-Density Mobile Storage systems are an ideal choice.
Designed to double the storage capacity of your original space, our compact storage modules are easily configured for any variety of configurations and set-ups, such as:
- Shelving -– including widespan shelving
- Museum-grade cabinetry, drawers (including flat-file drawers), and trays
- Art racks
- Rolled textile storage racks
- Specialty Weapons racks
Even existing cabinets, drawers, or shelving can be incorporated into our mobile storage solutions.
Learn how Spacesaver solved the Canadian War Museum's space challenges for their museum storage.
Museum Storage Protection
And since protection is paramount, there’s no need to look beyond Spacesaver’s compact systems. Among other unique features, we offer:
- Complete chemical and paint tests on all system components - no offgassing
- Synchronized drive systems that provide smooth movement to minimize jarring and protect fragile items
- Programmable aisle opening/closing to facilitate air circulation
- Interfacing with facility security systems to limit damage in the event of a fire
- Lockable units, keypad entry systems and remote access control to limit access prevent theft
- Passive, in-aisle safety systems to stop carriage movement – automatically and instantly – when a person or object is detected in an open aisle
- Built-in, anti-tip devices for stability in earthquake-prone areas.
Museum Storage Solutions
Our ceiling-hung Hang-Glider Pro™ pullout storage system compliments our conventional mobile art panel that moves laterally. Hang-Glider Pro secures collections and glides smoothly along our unique anti-vibration track.
The Spacesaver Lateral Art Rack Systems can store the same amount of material as the conventional pull-out art racks in almost half the floor space.
Our offering for military museums also includes:
- Custom cabinets and casework
- Static wire shelving and accessories
- Heavy-duty, 4-post shelving
- Pallet racks
- FrameWRX™ bin storage units
Spacesaver is a single source supplier/manufacturer for all your mobile, shelving and storage requirements!
Learn how this Federal Military Museum solved their storage challenges.
Learn more about our military museum storage solutions!