Description

Slotted Angle Rack – 5 Shelves, 6 Compartments

Overall Size: 915 mm (W) × 455 mm (D) × 1980 mm (H)
Material: Prime Quality Mild Steel Panels (0.8 mm) + Slotted Angle Frame (40 × 40 × 2 mm)
Finish: Iron Phosphating + Thermal Control Powder Coating
Construction: Fully Welded, Nut-Bolt Assembly with Galvanized Fasteners

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Product Description

The Topnotch Slotted Angle Rack is a heavy-duty storage solution designed for warehouses, offices, factories, hospitals, institutions, and commercial storage rooms. Built with prime quality MS sheet panels (0.8 mm thick) and supported by a 40 × 40 × 2 mm slotted angle frame, this rack offers strength, durability, and long service life.

With 5 fixed shelves and 6 compartments, the unit provides structured storage for files, cartons, tools, consumables, spare parts, or archives. Each metallic panel is mounted using galvanized hexagonal nut bolts (8 mm dia × 10 mm long), ensuring secure assembly with no sharp edges for user safety.

The rack undergoes a multi-stage anti-rust treatment followed by iron phosphating (0.4–0.8 gm/m²) and thermal-controlled powder coating. This ensures resistance to corrosion, scratches, and heavy usage, making it a long-lasting and professional-grade storage solution.

Comparison: Slotted Angle Rack vs. Mobile Compactor vs. Almirah

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Introduction

Storage is one of the most overlooked yet most critical aspects in any office, hospital, factory, or government department. Whether it’s files, uniforms, ledgers, consumables, or equipment, having the right storage system can save space, reduce costs, improve security, and increase efficiency.

Traditionally, organizations have relied on Almirahs for storage. Later, Slotted Angle Racks became popular for bulk and industrial storage. Today, Mobile Storage Compactors represent the most advanced solution, offering maximum storage density and security while saving 60–70% floor space.

This article compares the three most popular storage systems:

1. Slotted Angle Racks

2. Mobile Compactors

3. Almirahs

We’ll look at design, storage capacity, load strength, durability, security, cost, ROI, and applications, so buyers can instantly see which option is best for their needs.

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Design & Dimensions

Slotted Angle Rack = Best for flexibility (adjustable shelves).
Mobile Compactor = Best for scalability (expandable bays).
Almirah = Limited flexibility (fixed design).

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Storage Capacity

Slotted Angle Rack

• 6 compartments per unit.

• Stores ~300–400 files or 150–200 Kg of load.

• Designed for bulk, open-access storage (tools, cartons, consumables).

Mobile Compactor

• 100–120 compartments (per 5 bay 20 cabinet system).

• Stores 3000–3800 files or 6–8 tonnes load.

• Centralized, high-density storage.

Almirah

• 3–4 compartments per unit.

• Stores 120–160 files or 80–100 Kg.

• Best for basic office file storage.

Winner = Mobile Compactor (up to 10× more storage than almirah, 4–5× more than slotted racks).

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Load Capacity

Winner = Mobile Compactor → industrial-grade load handling.
Slotted Angle Racks handle moderate weight.
Almirahs weakest for heavy usage.

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Security

• Slotted Angle Rack:

  • Open storage, no lockable security.

  • Best for low-value bulk items.

• Mobile Compactor:

  • Centralized locking system.

  • Optional individual cabinet locks.

  • Secure against theft, unauthorized access.

• Almirah:

  • Each unit has a separate lock.

  • Keys management is an issue.

  • Easier to tamper compared to compactor.

Winner = Mobile Compactor → best security for sensitive files & garments.

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Durability & Finish

• Slotted Angle Rack:

  • 0.8 mm MS sheets, 40×40×2 mm slotted angles.

  • Powder-coated after phosphating.

  • Lifespan: 10–12 years.

• Mobile Compactor:

  • 0.8 mm CRCA Steel (TATA/JSW), 3.15 mm HR Steel base.

  • 8-tank anti-rust treatment + epoxy powder coating.

  • Lifespan: 15–20 years.

• Almirah:

  • 0.6–0.7 mm mild steel.

  • Painted, prone to rust.

  • Lifespan: 7–10 years.

Winner = Mobile Compactor (2× longer lifespan).

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Installation & Space Efficiency

• Slotted Angle Rack:

  • Simple nut-bolt assembly.

  • Requires multiple aisles (more floor space).

  • Easy relocation.

• Mobile Compactor:

  • Installed on rails, requires only one working aisle.

  • Saves 60–70% floor space.

  • Modular knock-down system.

• Almirah:

  • No installation needed.

  • Requires one aisle per unit.

  • Consumes 2–3× more space than compactors.

Winner = Mobile Compactor (best space saving).

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Cost vs. ROI

• Slotted Angle Rack:

  • Low cost.

  • ROI depends on load storage.

  • Best for small budgets.

• Mobile Compactor:

  • Higher upfront cost.

  • ROI in 4–5 years through space saving, security, durability.

  • Longest lifespan = best value.

• Almirah:

  • Cheapest initially.

  • Short lifespan, poor space efficiency.

  • ROI = very poor.

Winner = Mobile Compactor for long-term cost efficiency.

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Applications

Slotted Angle Rack

• 🏭 Factories & Warehouses (spare parts, consumables).

• 🛠 Workshops & Retail Stores (hardware, stock).

• 🏫 Schools (books, supplies).

Mobile Compactor

• 🏥 Hospitals (patient records, uniforms, medical files).

• 🧑‍✈️ Defense/Police (uniforms, case files, kits).

• 🏢 Corporates (HR files, accounts, contracts).

• 🏫 Universities (exam papers, research records).

• 🏛 Government (land records, archives).

Almirah

• 🏢 Small Offices (basic file storage).

• 🏠 Homes (personal use).

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Comparison Table

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• Slotted Angle Racks → Best for bulk storage in warehouses, workshops, and low-security environments. Affordable, flexible, but space-consuming and less secure.

• Mobile Compactors → Best for professional, high-density, secure storage in banks, hospitals, PSUs, corporates, and institutions. Saves 70% space, offers centralized locking, and lasts 20 years. Best ROI overall.

• Almirahs → Best for small-scale storage in homes or offices. Cheap but inefficient, low capacity, and poor ROI for professional use.

 If you need organized, secure, long-term storage, invest in a Mobile Compactor.
If you need low-cost bulk storage, choose Slotted Angle Racks.
If your requirement is basic and small, go with Almirahs.