Cantilever Shelves

Introduction

The Cantilever Shelves are a 12" deep, 48" wide chrome shelf designed to sit above an existing storage unit, maximizing vertical space in busy environments. Ideal for warehouses, workshops, and commercial kitchens, they keep frequently used items within easy reach while maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

Features

Depth: 12 inches

Width: 48 inches

Finish: Chrome

Design: Drop mat creates a retaining ledge around the entire shelf, helping prevent items from sliding off during storage or movement.

Placement: Sits above a storage unit to reclaim valuable floor space and streamline workflows.

System compatibility: Part of the Metro Super Erecta cantilever shelf family, ensuring a secure, modular fit with existing posts and uprights.

Weight: 8 lb per shelf

Benefits

Adding this cantilever shelf above a storage unit unlocks valuable vertical space, keeping totes, bins, tools, and supplies within arm’s reach and reducing time spent searching for items. The retaining ledge from the drop mat design helps keep contents stable during transport, cleaning, or busy shifts, contributing to a tidier, more efficient workspace. The chrome finish provides durability and easy maintenance, suitable for high-traffic environments such as workshops, warehouses, and food-service facilities.

Ideal For

Technicians organizing small parts above workbenches; warehouse staff needing quick-access storage above existing shelving; kitchens or prep areas that require bulk containers or sheet pans readily available without cluttering the floor.

Practical Tips

Before installation, confirm your storage unit width is 48" to ensure a proper fit with the shelf. Pair the cantilever shelf with compatible Metro Super Erecta posts and uprights for a seamless, scalable setup. Use the 12" depth to place frequently used items forward, while keeping bulkier items stored behind them for efficient access and organization.