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Automotive Shelving

Steel shelving for parts departments, from bin shelving to closed units and rivet racks.

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Automotive Shelving

Parts Department Shelving for Dealerships and Repair Shops

A parts department runs on shelving. Boxed parts, bins of small components, and bulky items all need a location a counter person can find in seconds. The right mix of open, closed, and bin shelving keeps that stock organized as the parts count grows.

This collection covers bin shelving and standard metal shelving, 12 gauge enclosed shelving with or without bins, closed and open type starter units, and rivet shelving for heavier and bulkier stock.

Choose the Shelf Style by What It Holds

Open or Closed

Choose the Shelf Style by What It Holds

Open shelving is fastest to pick from and suits boxed parts that move quickly. Closed shelving, with solid sides and back, keeps small parts from falling through and cuts down on dust. Bin shelving holds loose parts in bins you can label by location.

For heavier and bulkier stock, rivet shelving carries more per level: the 84 inch rivet rack unit is rated at 1,200 lb per shelf at 48 to 60 inch widths and 1,000 lb at 72 to 96 inch widths. Tell us what you stock and how much floor space you have, and we will lay out the shelving mix.

Applications

Where This Shelving Works

Parts Counter

Bin shelving and closed shelving behind the counter keep fast-moving parts sorted by location for quick picks.

Backstock and Bulk

Rivet shelving and open steel shelving hold boxed and bulky parts, fluids, and seasonal stock.

Shop Floor

Enclosed shelving near the bays keeps consumables and small parts contained and within reach of technicians.

Built In

Shelving That Grows With the Parts Count

Starter and Adder Units

The bin shelving comes as starter and adder units built from the same components, so a run extends without starting over.

Adjustable Shelves

The utility bin shelving adjusts in 1 inch increments, so shelf spacing can follow your bin and box sizes.

Enclosed Options

The enclosed shelving in 12 gauge steel has fully enclosed sides and back, sold empty or pre-loaded with plastic bins.

Send us your parts mix and the floor space you have.

We will lay out the open, closed, bin, and rivet shelving that fits and quote it.

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Bins Where the Parts Live

Bins Where the Parts Live

Bin shelving puts each part number in its own labeled bin, so counter staff pick by location instead of searching boxes.

Closed bin shelving keeps small parts contained behind solid sides and back.

Heavier Stock on Rivet Shelving

Heavier Stock on Rivet Shelving

Rivet shelving uses double-rivet beams for heavier loads, with width, depth, and decking chosen to the stock.

It suits fluids, boxed parts, and bulky items that would overload lighter shelving.

Automotive Shelving

Key Features

  • Bin shelving that configures around your bin size and style
  • Shelves on utility bin shelving adjust in 1 inch increments
  • Starter and adder units for extending a run
  • Heavy-duty deep bin shelving with marine blue plywood backing
  • Enclosed shelving in 12 gauge steel, 11 standard sizes
  • Closed and open type starter units, 7'-3" tall with 6 shelves
  • Rivet shelving rated up to 1,200 lb per shelf
  • Particle board or wire decking on rivet shelving

Frequently Asked Questions

Most parts departments use both. Open shelving is faster to pick from for boxed parts; closed shelving keeps small parts from falling through and reduces dust. We can recommend a mix once we know what you stock.
Often, yes. Starter and adder units extend a run with matching components. Tell us the brand and dimensions of your existing shelving and we will confirm what matches.
It depends on the unit. The closed type starter unit is rated at 800 lb per shelf and the open type at 625 lb per shelf, both for evenly distributed loads, and rivet shelving runs up to 1,200 lb per shelf depending on width. Each product page lists its rating.
Shelving ships for assembly on site. If you need installation, ask when you request a quote and we will tell you what is available for your location.
Lead time is quoted per order, based on the units and quantities you choose.

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