Walk-in cooler environments are tough on equipment. Your shelving needs to do more than just hold products. It needs to stand up to high humidity and damp conditions, salty or acidic food products that can cause corrosion, and strict hygiene requirements while taking up limited space that must be used efficiently.
To face the challenges of walk-in cooler environments, shelving must offer a combination of strength, stability, abrasion resistance, rust protection, and easy cleanability. Metro's shelving solutions are designed with these obstacles in mind and are built to overcome them.
In this blog, we’ll explore how Metro’s shelving solutions are designed to not only easily overcome these challenges but also promote food safety in your walk-in coolers and freezers.
Metro’s Shelving Solutions: Built for Cold Storage
Plastic Shelving
If you need reliable shelving in your walk-in cooler or freezer, MetroMax plastic shelving is a top choice for its strength, easy cleaning, and rust-proof design.
MetroMax shelving units offer superior lifelong durability and performance. The MetroMax 4 and MetroMax i all-polymer systems feature a lifetime warranty against rust and corrosion. MetroMax Q’s quick-adjust shelving is combined with polymer posts to deliver a 20-year rust warranty.
Each unit comes with removable, dishwasher-safe mats that protect shelves from daily wear and tear. Plus, built-in Microban® antimicrobial protection helps prevent bacteria, mold, and mildew—keeping things cleaner between cleanings.
Wire Shelving
Metro Super Erecta® shelving is a trusted choice for professionals who need strong, rust-resistant storage. Its Metroseal 3™ epoxy coating protects against corrosion, making it perfect for damp areas like walk-in coolers, dish rooms, and commercial kitchens.
For an upgraded option, Super Erecta Pro™ offers even better durability and easy cleaning with protective polymer shelf mats that resist abrasion from damaging containers and clean up easily in a dish machine. Both systems also feature Microban® antimicrobial protection, which helps prevent the growth of bacteria, mold, and mildew to keep shelves cleaner between routine cleanings.
Space-Saving Solutions for Every Walk-In
Whether your walk-in is large or small, Metro offers solutions to maximize every inch of space:
High-Density Track Shelving
Ideal for medium-to-large walk-ins, this system can increase your storage capacity by up to 50% by eliminating wasted aisle space. Metro is the only shelving provider with all-polymer options sturdy enough for high-density track shelving.
Mobile Shelving
If you need flexibility, Metro’s mobile units are easy to move and reconfigure while still delivering serious strength.
Open-Corner Configurations
In tight spaces, “S” hook clamps let you connect shelving units at corners for unobstructed access. Plus, their 1” shelf adjustments help you take advantage of every bit of vertical space.
Metro shelving is built to handle the unique challenges of walk-in coolers and freezers—offering durability, rust resistance, easy cleaning, and space-saving designs. Whether you need plastic or wire shelving, mobile units, or high-density systems, Metro has a cold storage solution that fits.
Ready to upgrade your walk-in cooler storage? Reach out to your Sam Tell rep today for expert guidance and recommendations for your unique space.
