Description
The Qaadir Workshop Shelving Unit is a modular, heavy-duty steel shelving system designed for workshop, warehouse, or industrial use. With six adjustable shelves and a powder-coated off-white finish, it offers robust, flexible storage for a variety of workshop items.
Key Features & Specifications
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Height: ~ 200 cm
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Number of shelves: 6
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Material: Mild Steel (HR steel)
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Finish: Epoxy/powder-coated off-white
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Load rating: about 80 kg per shelf level
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Slotted-angle construction: Uprights with pre-punched slots and shelves that bolt in place
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Modular and adjustable: Shelves can be repositioned to different heights
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Easy assembly: Bolted/slotted design does not require welding or special tools
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Durable and corrosion-resistant finish to withstand workshop environments
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Versatile: can be expanded, reconfigured, or repurposed in future as needs change
Why This Shelving Is Ideal for Orthotic & Prosthetic Workshops
Orthotic & prosthetic (O&P) workshops have unique storage and workflow needs: many small components, variable sizes of materials, sensitivity to dust/contamination, frequent part retrieval, and durability under heavy use. This shelving system addresses many of those needs:
1. Organized Storage of Components, Materials & Tools
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Segmentation of parts: The adjustable shelves allow separation of fasteners, adapters, alignment blocks, joints, and small mechanical parts into distinct bins or trays, reducing the chance of mix-ups.
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Storage of raw materials: Sheets of thermoplastics, foam blocks, composite layups, reinforcement plates, and other workshop stock can be stored flat or upright, depending on shelf positioning.
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Tool & instrument accommodation: Heavier tools (hand drills, alignment fixtures, torque wrenches) can be placed on shelves with sufficient load rating. With ~80 kg per shelf in similar AST units, the shelving can handle medium loads reliably.
2. Flexibility & Scalability in a Dynamic Workshop
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Adjustability: As part types or tools change, you can reposition shelves to adapt to new item heights. This is crucial in a prototyping-focused environment where new parts frequently replace old ones.
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Modularity & expansion: You can add more units, link shelving rows, or reconfigure layouts as the workshop grows or changes. Slotted angle systems are known for such flexibility.
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Easy assembly / reconfiguration: No welding or complex fabrication is needed—parts can be bolted/slotted. This means you can reconfigure shelving overnight with basic tools.
3. Durability, Cleanliness & Protection
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Robust steel build: The use of high-quality steel and a powder-coated surface resists impacts, abrasion, chemical exposure, and workshop wear.
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Dust protection: Keeping parts inside a shelving unit rather than open bins helps protect against dust, metal shavings, composite fibers, or plaster dust affecting precision parts (important in O&P).
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Ordered layout reduces damage risk: With clearly assigned shelves, parts are less likely to be bumped, dropped, or mislaid; this helps preserve delicate components (e.g., connectors, alignments) and avoid costly mistakes.
4. Workflow Efficiency & Safety
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Clear visibility & labeling: Open shelving makes it easy to see what’s where; clear labeling supports fast retrieval during production or repair cycles.
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Ergonomics: Shelves at different heights avoid excessive bending or reaching, reducing operator fatigue and risk of accidents.
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Weight distribution & safety: Properly loaded and balanced shelving helps maintain workshop safety. Because slotted angle systems are designed to handle moderate loads when correctly assembled, they support safe operation.
5. Cost-Effectiveness & Longevity
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Economical solution: Slotted angle shelving is among the most cost-effective steel shelving systems available, offering good value for workshop use.
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Long service life: Because of the durable steel construction and modular design, the shelving can outlast many other furniture-type storage options in a workshop environment.
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Adaptable investment: As your workshop evolves, you can reuse and repurpose the shelving rather than replacing it altogether.
Summary
The AST 200 cm MS Steel Slotted Angle Shelving (6 Shelves) is not just a generic shelving unit—it is a smart, rugged, and flexible storage backbone ideally suited to the demands of an orthotic & prosthetic workshop. Its benefits include:
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Flexible organization of small parts, tools, and materials
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Scalability and reconfiguration with changing workshop needs
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Durable, corrosion-resistant construction to survive workshop environments
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Protection against dust and damage for sensitive components
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Improved workflow, safety, and space utilization
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Excellent long-term value in a demanding production setting
