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"Our rolling art storage has completely transformed how we manage our collection. It’s made everything so much more accessible and has significantly increased our available storage space. We use it daily and couldn’t be happier with how smoothly it operates and how well it fits our needs."

Jackie Cain

Curator of Collections

"We had a fantastic experience working with SpaceFile to create our rolling art storage. They were incredibly responsive, affordable, and attentive to our needs throughout the entire process. The final product exceeded our expectations. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for high-quality storage solutions."

Jackie Cain

Curator of Collections

How McLean County Museum enhanced accessibility and maximized storage capacity for daily collection use

Executive Summary

THE CHALLENGE: Limited storage space hindering collection accessibility and daily operations
THE SOLUTION: Custom rolling art storage system with conservation-grade materials
THE RESULTS: Significantly increased storage capacity, enhanced daily accessibility, seamless operations

The Challenge

McLean County Museum faced critical space constraints that compromised their ability to properly manage and access their art collection. Like many cultural institutions, they struggled with inadequate storage systems that made daily collection management inefficient and hindered their preservation mission. Traditional static shelving wasted valuable floor space while making frequent access cumbersome for staff. With limited facility expansion options and growing collection needs, the museum required a solution that would maximize storage capacity while ensuring artifacts remained easily accessible for exhibitions, research, and educational programs. The existing storage setup created operational bottlenecks that affected their ability to serve visitors and scholars effectively.

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The Space Supply Solution

Space Supply designed a custom rolling art storage system specifically engineered for museum collection management. The solution featured conservation-grade materials meeting preservation standards, with smooth-operating mobile shelving that eliminated fixed aisles to maximize storage density. Key features included climate-compatible construction maintaining optimal temperature and humidity conditions (65-70°F, 45-55% humidity), adjustable shelving configurations accommodating diverse artwork sizes, and security integration protecting valuable collections. The system was professionally installed with minimal disruption to museum operations, allowing continued visitor access during implementation. Spacefile's 43+ years of North American manufacturing expertise ensured industrial-grade quality designed for decades of reliable museum use.

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Results

SPACE & ACCESSIBILITY TRANSFORMATION:

Storage Capacity: Significantly increased available storage space through high-density design
Daily Operations: Smooth rolling mechanism enables effortless daily collection access
Operational Efficiency: Streamlined workflow for exhibitions and research activities
Space Optimization: Eliminated wasted aisle space, maximizing storage within existing footprint

COLLECTION MANAGEMENT BENEFITS:

Enhanced Accessibility: Staff can quickly locate and retrieve artworks for exhibitions
Preservation Quality: Conservation-grade materials protect valuable cultural assets
Flexible Configuration: Adjustable shelving accommodates various artwork dimensions
Professional Operation: System exceeds expectations for smooth, reliable daily use

INSTITUTIONAL VALUE:

Cost-Effective Solution: Affordable alternative to facility expansion
Long-Term Investment: Durable construction designed for 20+ year museum use
Responsive Service: Exceptional customer experience throughout implementation process

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Museum Transforms Art Collection Management with Space Supply Rolling Storage Solution

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