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Datum Argos Gun CabinetWeapon Storage

G2 WEAPON RACK
ARGOS WEAPON RACKS
OPEN WEAPON RACKS
PERSONAL PISTOL LOCKER
ARMORER’S BENCH

Lockers

GEARSTOR
TA-50 ECONOMY EQUIPMENT LOCKER
4POST™ PERSONAL STORAGE LOCKER

Datum MobileTrak3High-Density Storage

MOBILETRAK5®
MOBILETRAK POWERED®
MOBILETRAK3®
TRAKSLIDER™
ARTSTOR™

Filing Systems & Shelving


4POST™ SHELVING
EZ2® ROTARY ACTION FILE
FILING CABINETS
FILING CARTS
THINSTAK®
VU-STAK®
WIDE-SPAN SHELVING

Desks & Workstations

5000 SERIES DESK
MAILMASTER™ SYSTEM
WALLWRITE®
WORKSPACE SHIELD
DESKTOP PARTITION
MOBILE COMPUTER STATION
MEDIA CARTS

Store & Charge

CPU LOCKER
LAPTOP LOCKER
TEKSTAK
TEKDEPOT
TEKCART
LAPTOP DEPOT

Datum

Datum Logo

In 2020, Datum underwent a logo change, revitalizing its appearance to align with the evolving product offerings. Since its inception in 1968, when Frank Potter crafted fingertip filing systems from his home, Datum has come a long way. Initially, one of their flagship products was the fingertip filing system. Subsequently, they ventured into manufacturing 3480 tape racks for Wright Line and delved into Rotary Files. However, as the new millennium approached, demand for these products dwindled. Consequently, Datum embarked on a quest for novel offerings, leading them to explore lockers, weapons cabinets, and expand their shelving product lines. 

These endeavors swiftly bring us to the present day.

Datum’s facility in 2021, featuring an impressive manufacturing space of nearly 200,000 square feet. Originally occupying 120,000 square feet, Datum added another 80,000 square feet to meet increasing demand. The facility embodies an efficient and contemporary machine shop, primarily utilizing CSC machines and steel punching machines for most of their product manufacturing. Notably, Datum employs highly customized manufacturing equipment, diverging from the traditional approach of relying on extensive hard tooling favored by many conventional shelving manufacturers.

Over 50 Years of Innovation & Growth

Owned and operated by the Potter family since 1968, Datum Storage Solutions crafts state-of-the-art storage and furniture solutions to fit every need, design, and budget. Datum’s diverse products are engineered and constructed in York, PA with High-quality and environmentally friendly materials and processes.

Experience. Service. Commitment

For over 50 years, our team of in-house engineers and designers have crafted storage and furniture solutions for over 40,000 companies and organizations around the world.

Our customer service team and Datum-certified installers will work with you from Start-to-Finish to create a solution that not only fits your budget but conforms to your current and future space and storage needs.

Our diverse line of products are manufactured in York, PA with high-quality and environmentally friendly materials and processes, and every product is proudly backed by Datum’s exclusive Lifetime Warranty—the best in the industry.

For over 50 years, Datum has an incredible number of filing and shelving systems in the US and worldwide.

As we charge full speed into 2021, Datum has the experience, the service capabilities, and the commitment that it takes to run a 200,000 sq. ft. facility to pump out the best products in the marketplace. On the conservative side, Datum supplies shelving and storage products to 40,000 companies all around the world. It’s incredible how many places that Datum products are being utilized to help companies become more organized and maximize storage and security. Installs are completed with certified installers around the country and the world. So, if you have a project and you need something installed from shelving to mobile shelving system or even more complex, Datum can help you out by sending installers to those locations for you.

Datum is very committed to the product line via proper installation. Datum has probably the USA’s, especially within this industry, best warranty. A lifetime warranty that cover all the parts that could possibly break.

Datum Product Lines

A quick overview of what Datum’s product lines are. Beyond the traditional filing solutions Datum has gotten into many industrial storage solutions and recently into various lockers.

Datum is very well known for high-density storage products. The weapon storage is something new for Datum. Datum offers a whole host of storage items including desking that is great for schools. And then, Datum also offers a line of dormitory furniture.

Filing & Shelving

Filing & Shelving

Lockers

Lockers

High-Density Storage

High-Density Storage

Weapon Storage

Weapon Storage

Store & Charge

Store & Charge

Desks & Workstations

Desks & Workstations

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Durable Furniture

Datum Stackable Shelving

The Datum stackable shelving line is something that brought Datum into the filing systems manufacturing business way back in the late 90s, Supreme was going out of business. Datum started to pick up the Supreme shelving sales team and started to manufacture the Supreme Thin Stack Shelving System. The think stack shelving system is a stackable tier that builds upon a base.

Stackable Shelving:

  • TinStak | Configurable, expandable storage shelving
  • VuStak | Open-self filing system
  • Stak-N-Lok | Lockable open-shelf filing system

Supreme ThinStak | Fixed Divider Stackable Shelving

ThinStak Stackable ShelvingThis particular picture has eight individual tiers riveted together. It’s flexible, and it’s low profile. You can add to them, subtract from them. Within the Supreme Think Stack Shelving products line Datum offers probably the most versatile set of products you can get. 

Datum still manufacturers letter-size shelving, legal-size shelving, binder shelving, X-ray shelving, and shelving for all the different size items. 

But because there are still doctors requesting everything from medical record letter-size shelving, legal office requesting legal-size shelving, and X-Ray departments still requesting X-Ray shelving, Datum still makes them. Go to Datum’s paint line, and you will see letter-size shelving, legal-size shelving, and x-ray shelving going through the paint line.

  • Most versatile stackable units in the industry
  • Various Base options
  • Low profile and ability to add or subtract tiers is what makes this line
  • desirable
  • Posting Shelves and Spacers
  • 24”, 30”, 36”, 42” and 48”w
  • Dividers welded in place
  • Leveling Glides
  • Can be used with TrakSlider or Mobile Trak

Still popular in these applications are slide-out posting shelves that retract under the shelving. 

Posting shelving works great with The Datum track slider shelving systems and with Datum mobile shelving systems. This shows all fixed dividers and fixed divers are welded in place. Very specific for file folders.

ThinStak | Plate Divider Stackable Shelving

Datum ThinStak Plate DividerWhen you get into something that’s a little bit odd in size or bigger, there are flexible dividers for tiers and shelf levels. That allows a sliding divider so that you can have maybe binders or law books or something along those lines fitting these shelving units to get the most efficient use of the space that’s available. Again, the Supreme Stackable line of shelving is also very good to work on the Datum track slider and mobile shelving systems.

  • Movable Divider allows for wider media to be stored
  • Plate divider moves as needed
  • Specialty Tiers available
  • Posting Shelves and Spacers
  • 24”, 30”, 36”, 42” and 48”w
  • Can be used in conjunction with Fixed Divider versions
  • Leveling Glides
  • Can be used with TrakSlider or Mobile Trak

VuStak Slant | Tier Open Shelf Filling System Stackable Shelving

Stackable Shelving VuStak Open shelf filling system

Within the Datum Stackable Shelving line, there is a product named VuStak. VuStak Shelving is designed to match up to view style tiers. It’s a slightly different configuration, a little bit different sizes, and they’re only available letter, legal and X-ray sizes.

Though Datum doesn’t offer this product in all of the specialty sizes, but can also do a slant tier. You will turn the tier at about 30 degree angle and it fans out the color-coding of the interior folders so you can get a better view of any folders that might be misfiled. 

  • VuStak available as either a Straight Tier or Slant Tier as shown
  • Letter Legal and X Ray sizes available
  • 2” Base Standard
  • Low Profile Top
  • Posting Shelves and Spacers
  • 24”, 36 and 48”w
  • Dividers welded in place
  • Leveling Glides
  • Can be used with TrakSlider or Mobile Trak

Stak-N-Lok | Cabinets Stackable, Lockable Storage

Eventually, people started asking for doors. With HIPPA in place, Datum started to provide security for these stackable units and came up with the Datum Stack and Lock Shelving System.

Stack and lock are individual tiers riveted together with a gang lock to allow one key, so all the doors lock at the same time with the same key. All these sections are individually built, but you can add and subtract from them as you need to, as the Thin Stack shelving has the door on the left

Stak-N-Lok | Cabinets Stackable, lockable storage

The 100 series unit is positioned at the top, and that can be from two shelf levels high to seven shelf levels. Then you have the Datum 200 series, where the lock gets into a more advantageous position. So it’s between the third and fourth-tier, and it also allows you a posting shelf if need be. Lastly, the 300 series brings you a unit that has a lock in a nice spot but doesn’t have the post shelf. So it’s a way to save a little bit of money, and you can use those in conjunction with each other so that maybe you don’t spend all that much money with so many posting shelves because you can alternate them.

The next product line we’re going to talk about is Datum four-post shelving!

Datum Four-Post Shelving | Versatile, Durable Storage Shelving

Four-Post Shelving | Versatile, Durable Storage ShelvingFour post shelving is a very versatile, durable, and typical style of shelving. It allows you to customize the shelving spacing shelving for whatever you, the customer, needs. Four post shelving utilizes starter sections and adders sections in single entry and double entry style shelving. By having a starter and adder sections, the haring of uprights make some savings in money. When there are double entry units, eliminating even more uprights and shelf supports, clients save a lot of money and purchase a much more efficient set of shelving.

  • Custom sizes available
  • Starter and adder units
  • Fully adjustable shelves
  • Uprights with shelf positioning on 1 1/2″ centers
  • Custom heights available
  • Single and double entry
  • Expandable/reconfigurable
  • Optional hinged or tambour door for HIPAA compliance

Datum Four-Post Shelving | Accessories

Four-Post Shelving | Accessories

Datum offers a whole host of different accessories for shelving products. First off, Datum offers lockable hinged doors, which allows you to secure units. With people wanting other security elements, Datum sells multiple doors offerings, so you have different door configurations, and these doors can be done with or without locks. And the door set up where the doors flip up and into the shelving space, and that can be done with or without a lock as well.

Bin dividers allow you to segregate whatever components are being stored on the shelves, possibly for applications in backroom storage and athletic equipment storage.

Then there are easy rollers designed primarily for use with archives or heavy boxes or something like that, where they want to put those big, sometimes real ancient, books on top of a roller. This way, they can slide it in and out or easily roll it in and out rather than sliding on the shelf, which helps preserve those books’ lives for a long time.

Four-Post Shelving | Accessories

Datum’s Four-Post Shelving line has the posting shelf, which could be added to the underneath of Datum’s shelving.

Plexiglas bin fronts, which can be done in 2 inches four-inch high allow you to label what’s inside. Datum also offers ventilated shelves. With the ventilated shelves, you want to make sure that you have several shelf reinforcements underneath it because the shelf itself doesn’t have a lot of strength once you take on steel to make it ventilated.

Then you get your heavy-duty standard shelves if you want heavy-duty; Datum has shelves that can accommodate up to a thousand pounds on the shelf if need be. And then, next to that, you have your standard dividers, center stops, and backstops as well.

Datum’s four-post shelving line allows Datum to be the perfect solution in the backroom or athletic equipment storage, and you’ll see some more specialized componentry, GOMI rods. You can put both storages on there. We have a divider that can be put in place to separate whatever’s being stored.

athletic equipment storage

Here shows the use of that same type of tubing, but stored a little bit differently to store golf bags. They could also be used to store hockey sticks, lacrosse sticks, anything. We can get even more specialized for sports storage products. Datum has a baseball storage bracket, a great storage product for baseball locker rooms and athletic equipment rooms specially designed for high school baseball equipment storage, college baseball, or even professional baseball equipment storage. Datum makes shelving and storage products, especially for these applications.

Datum Wide-Span Shelving

Wide-span ShelvingDatum has recently introduced wide-span shelving. Wide-span is a simple upright in the same configuration. Spacing on inch and a half centers for maximum flexibility and wide-span shelving are wider and deeper than regular four shelving. This allows a wide-span to provide a little more capacity in space than you can with the four-post.

Wide-span shelving can be fitted on mobile system systems and also obviously as freestanding units. Datum offers standard duty and some heavy-duty options within the Wide Span Shelving world. You can use steel shelves, wood shelves, and perforated shelves on Wide-Span Shelving.

  • Custom sizes available
  • Fully adjustable shelves
  • Uprights with shelf positioning on 1 1/2″ centers
  • Double rivet shelf supports
  • Shelf Reinforcements, provide extra strength for most any requirement
  • Compatible with MobileTrak® High-Density Storage Systems


New to the Datum product line, Wide-Span Shelving provides a storage solution for objects, such as large boxes, that do not fit traditional shelving.

Recently, Datum purchased a company called Adelphia. 

Adelphia is renowned for its production of high-quality lateral file cabinets and vertical file cabinets. The lateral file cabinets are designed with an interlock feature that prevents the opening of multiple drawers simultaneously, reducing the risk of tipping. Datum, on the other hand, has introduced a six-level lateral file cabinet to the market, which provides increased capacity, particularly beneficial for government offices seeking to maximize their storage space. Lateral file cabinets are well-suited for organizing top tab folders, small parts, and similar items. Additionally, they are compatible with track slider systems, offering enhanced functionality.

Vertical file cabinets are still in regular demand, with options available that feature label holders in the front. Adelphia also offers a cleaner version of vertical file cabinets, resembling the face of a lateral file. This cleaner design is ideal for integration into sleek and tidy office environments.

EZ Files. 

E-Z Files are rotating storage units that provide storage on both sides, known as side A and side B. These units offer versatile configurations, such as allocating each side to different departments or using one side for drawers and the other for shelves. One notable advantage of E-Z Files is their increased storage capacity. Even at five levels high, they provide approximately 50 percent more storage capacity compared to a standard 36-inch wide lateral file cabinet. If you opt for eight levels, the capacity becomes significantly greater.

E-Z Files offer a clean and organized appearance, particularly when the doors are closed. This feature makes them well-suited for front offices where aesthetics are important. The interior of these units can be configured in various ways, with options for different sizes of drawers and open shelving units. This flexibility allows for customization based on specific storage needs and preferences.

Datum also offers a small multimedia drawer. 

Rotary files, as a general practice, are shipped fully assembled unless otherwise specified. It is important to ensure that there is sufficient space behind a rotary file to allow it to spin freely, especially if it is positioned against a wall. A minimum space of six inches is typically required to accommodate the rotation of the file. It is not recommended to position rotary files directly against a wall, as it would hinder their functionality and restrict their movement. Providing the necessary space behind the rotary file ensures smooth operation and accessibility.

Almost all of Datum’s products will work with the track slider shelving system. 

Exactly! The appeal of Track Sliders lies in their design and functionality. The system begins with a row of stationary shelving units placed against the back wall. Then, tracks are installed in front of the stationary shelving. Carriages, equipped with shelving units, are placed on these tracks.

When you need to access the shelving units at the back, you can simply slide one of the front carriages along the tracks, creating an open aisle to reach the desired shelf. This allows for efficient use of space and easy access to items stored in the back row. By sliding the carriages back and forth, you can gain access to different rows of shelving, maximizing the storage capacity while maintaining convenience and organization.

This is called a bi slider. 

Exactly! The flexibility and scalability of Track Sliders make them an ideal choice for businesses that are growing or have changing storage needs. Initially, you can start with a single row of stationary shelving units against the back wall and one row of mobile shelving units in the front. This configuration provides a good balance of storage capacity and accessibility.

As your storage needs increase, you have the option to upgrade to a tri-file configuration, where you have one row of stationary shelving at the back and two rows of mobile shelving in the front. This allows for even greater storage capacity while still maintaining easy access to the stored items.

For businesses that continue to grow and require even more storage space, a quad slider configuration is an excellent choice. With a quad slider, you can have one row of stationary shelving at the back and four rows of mobile shelving in the front. This significantly increases the storage capacity, accommodating a larger volume of items while keeping them easily accessible.

By offering the flexibility to expand from a single row to a quad slider, Track Sliders allow businesses to adapt their storage solutions as their needs evolve over time. It provides a cost-effective way to optimize storage space without compromising on accessibility or convenience.

If you’re right out of the chute looking and it turn out you need as much capacity as a quad slider would bring to the table, you might be better suited going up to a high density mobile shelving system. It would probably cost less and give you more space and efficiency.

That’s an important aspect to consider when installing a Mobile Shelving System. The red spaces you mentioned at the back, left, and right sides of the system in the drawing are there to account for the over travel of the carriages. When the carriages slide along the tracks, they may extend slightly beyond the end of the system.

If this over travel is not taken into account during the design and installation process, the shelving units could potentially bump into the wall, causing damage and hindering the smooth operation of the system. Therefore, it’s crucial to have a designer who understands this standard planning procedure and incorporates the necessary space for over travel in the system’s dimensions.

Material Handling USA, being knowledgeable and experienced in Mobile Shelving Systems, will ensure that the appropriate space is included in the design and clearly communicated in the dimension of the system. This careful planning and consideration will help to avoid any issues and allow the Mobile Shelving System to function effectively without any obstacles or damage.

Track sliders are not only set up for office space, but they can be used in the warehouse space and in backrooms of a hospital, police station wherever you need space for stuff!

Absolutely! Utilizing mobile shelving systems, such as those offered by Datum, can significantly increase storage capacity while optimizing space utilization. These high-density mobile systems are designed to efficiently store a large volume of items in a compact footprint.

Datum takes pride in their mobile shelving solutions and considers themselves the Cadillac of their production line, emphasizing the quality and reliability of their products. With Datum’s mobile shelving systems, you can maximize storage capacity within a limited space. This can be especially beneficial for businesses and organizations that need to store a large number of items but have limited square footage.

By implementing a high-density mobile shelving system, you can enhance organization, streamline workflows, and improve productivity. Well-organized spaces facilitate efficient access to stored items, leading to time savings and increased operational efficiency. Additionally, the reduction in required floor space can free up areas for other purposes or allow for future growth.

When working with Datum, you can discuss your specific application and storage needs, and they will provide suggestions and recommendations for the most suitable shelving solutions. Whether you require mobile systems for offices, warehouses, hospitals, or other spaces, Datum’s expertise and range of options can help you achieve efficient and effective storage solutions.

This picture here shows on the left hand side some stationary shelving with a traditional three foot aisle between the rows. 

You’re absolutely correct. While the example shown in the Mobile Shelving Drawing with one aisle may not represent a typical installation, it demonstrates the significant increase in storage capacity that can be achieved with a mobile shelving system like Datum’s.

The main advantage of mobile shelving is its ability to condense the amount of space required to store the same capacity compared to traditional stationary shelving. By eliminating unnecessary aisles and utilizing the available space more efficiently, mobile shelving systems can provide a substantial increase in storage capacity.

When planning a mobile shelving system, the specific requirements and parameters of the space are taken into consideration. Nationwide Shelving, in collaboration with Datum, will work with the given room layout and other requirements to design a system that meets your needs. Whether you’re aiming for a modest 20 percent increase in capacity or seeking to triple your storage capacity, Nationwide Shelving will tailor the system accordingly.

By maximizing the use of available space, mobile shelving allows you to store a larger quantity of items while still maintaining accessibility and organization. This efficient use of space can have a positive impact on your operations, allowing for streamlined workflows, improved productivity, and potential cost savings.

Overall, the flexibility and customization offered by mobile shelving systems make them a valuable solution for businesses and organizations seeking to optimize their storage capacity and make the most efficient use of their available space.

Datum offers basically two styles of Mobile Track Slider Systems. The Datum Mobile Track 3 and the Datum Mobile Track 5. 

That’s correct. Datum offers two main types of mobile track systems: Mobile Track 3 and Mobile Track 5.

The Mobile Track 3 system is a regular duty system with three and a half inch high wheels. The lower profile of these wheels allows for a slightly lower overall height, which can be beneficial in certain spaces where vertical clearance is limited. The Mobile Track 3 system can handle a load capacity of 750 pounds per foot. This system provides a cost-effective solution and can accommodate a variety of storage needs.

On the other hand, the Mobile Track 5 system is a more robust option with five inch high wheels. The larger wheel size provides added stability and weight-bearing capacity. The Mobile Track 5 system can handle a load capacity of 1000 pounds per linear foot of carriage. This makes it suitable for heavier items or applications that require a higher weight capacity.

The choice between Mobile Track 3 and Mobile Track 5 depends on the specific requirements of your storage system. If you have lighter items and are looking for a cost-effective solution, the Mobile Track 3 system may be sufficient. However, if you anticipate storing heavier items or require a higher weight capacity, the Mobile Track 5 system is the recommended option.

By offering different track systems, Datum ensures that customers can select the most appropriate solution based on their storage needs, load requirements, and budget considerations.

The once that happens, the basically the configuration or the construction of the carriage, similar solid steel wheels are solid steel drive shafts. 

That’s correct. The end panels of the mobile track systems from Datum have a consistent design across different systems. This ensures a cohesive and uniform look for your storage setup.

When it comes to installation, Datum offers two options: fully grouted or adjustable. With a fully grouted installation, the tracks and carriages are secured in place using grout or concrete. This provides a permanent and stable installation.

On the other hand, adjustable installation involves using screws to secure the tracks and carriages to the floor or the tracks themselves. This allows for adjustments to be made to level out any variations in the floor or to accommodate changes in the storage system over time. Adjustments can be made by loosening the screws and repositioning the tracks or carriages as needed. This flexibility is especially useful in cases where the floor may have settled or if there were installation inconsistencies.

By offering both fully grouted and adjustable installations, Datum provides options to suit different installation requirements and preferences. Whether you prefer a permanent and fixed installation or the ability to make adjustments as needed, Datum’s mobile track systems can be tailored to meet your specific needs.

Since it is beefier, we are able to Provide seismic mobile shelving systems and we can also put our electric power mobile shelving systems together for that. 

Yes, you’re correct. Datum’s electric mobile track systems provide a convenient and automated solution for moving the carriages along the tracks. The maximum length of a Datum Mobile Track 5 system is approximately 50 feet, while a Datum Mobile Track 3 system typically has a maximum length of around 20 feet. This difference in length allows for varying capacities and sizes of storage systems, depending on your specific requirements.

Both the Mobile Track 5 and Mobile Track 3 systems from Datum are designed to accommodate all or most existing shelving. This means that if you already have shelving units that you’d like to incorporate into the mobile track system, Datum can work with you to ensure compatibility and proper integration.

If you have existing shelving, Datum is more than willing to incorporate it into their mobile track system. They just need to know specific details about the shelving, such as its dimensions and configuration, so that they can plan accordingly and ensure that the system is the right size and fit for your needs. This allows for flexibility and customization in designing a mobile track system that suits your storage requirements while making the most of your existing shelving units.

Datum power operated mobile shelving systems offer a full set of safety features that come with the electric system.

That’s correct. Datum’s electric powered mobile shelving systems provide convenience, efficiency, and safety features that are highly valued by customers. The ability to push a single button and have all the carriages move and open up makes accessing stored items quick and effortless.

Safety is a top priority, and the electric powered mobile shelving systems are equipped with features to ensure the well-being of users. If someone has inadvertently left something in the aisle or is present within the system, the system will not move to prevent any accidents or damage. This adds a layer of peace of mind and ensures a safe working environment.

Additionally, Datum offers options for customization and security. You can add lights to the shelving system to improve visibility and accessibility. Security items, such as touchpads, can be utilized to create designated areas for specific departments or individuals, allowing for controlled access to certain sections of the system.

Overall, Datum’s mobile shelving systems provide a comprehensive solution that combines convenience, safety, and customization to meet the diverse needs of different organizations.

We’re getting into some specialties type of mobile systems at Datum as well.  

That’s correct. Datum’s art store shelving system is specifically designed for use in museums, galleries, or any space that requires efficient and secure storage for artwork and components. The nesting tracks allow the carriages to be positioned closely together, maximizing the use of available space and providing a compact storage solution.

Datum’s art store shelving is designed with sturdy frames that can support the weight of artwork. The shelving units are equipped with hooks on which paintings or components can be hung, ensuring safe and organized storage. This design allows for easy access and retrieval of artwork when needed.

Whether it’s a museum, gallery, or any organization that requires specialized storage for artwork, Datum’s museum shelving provides a tailored solution that optimizes space, enhances organization, and ensures the safety of valuable pieces.

Then next to that, you’ll see Datum is getting more and more into the vertical farming market with mobile shelving for vertical farming and weed, for Marijuana and many other vegetables and micro greens. 

That’s an interesting collaboration between Datum and Brighter Side. With Brighter Side’s expertise in lighting, watering, and optimizing the growth conditions for marijuana plants, and Datum’s expertise in designing and manufacturing mobile shelving systems, the partnership aims to provide a comprehensive solution for efficient and high-yield marijuana cultivation.

Datum’s role in the collaboration involves designing and providing the mobile shelving system, including tracks and shelving units, which will be customized to accommodate the specific needs of the marijuana cultivation process. This may include considerations such as spacing, ventilation, and accessibility for watering and lighting systems.

Brighter Side, on the other hand, will provide the necessary expertise in optimizing the lighting and watering systems for maximum plant growth and harvest. This includes selecting the appropriate lighting technology, implementing watering mechanisms, and ensuring the right nutrient balance to support the plants’ growth.

By combining the expertise of both companies, the collaboration aims to create an efficient and productive mobile shelving system that meets the specific requirements of marijuana cultivation, ultimately leading to improved crop yields and optimal plant growth.

In the mid 1990’s, Datum started manufacturing weapons cabinets and lockers, and these are awesome for police and military applications. 

The store cabinet you’re referring to seems to be a highly popular product, known for its high capacity and solid steel construction. The doors of the cabinet open fully, providing complete access to the contents stored inside. The cabinet is designed with durability in mind, featuring a textured powder coat finish that not only adds strength but also prevents fingerprints and conceals any imperfections.

In terms of security, the cabinet is equipped with a key lock, ensuring that the stored items are protected. In certain military applications, the cabinet may also have the capability to accommodate a padlock for added security measures.

Overall, this store cabinet offers a combination of storage capacity, sturdy construction, and security features, making it a sought-after choice for various applications where reliable storage and protection are essential.

We also have a bi-fold door. 

The folding door feature of the unit you described offers significant advantages in terms of space efficiency and flexibility. By allowing the doors to fold up and into the cabinet, it eliminates the need for additional clearance in front of the unit. This is particularly useful when the cabinet is placed on a mobile system or in cramped spaces where traditional swinging doors may pose a challenge.

Similar accessories can be incorporated into the system, ensuring compatibility and versatility. In the case of weapons cabinets, this type of unit can accommodate a wide range of firearms. By obtaining information about the specific weapon and its dimensions, Datum can determine if it will fit appropriately within the system. In some cases, custom brackets may be designed to ensure a secure and tailored storage solution for specific weapons.

The ability to adapt to different weapon types and sizes, along with the space-saving benefits of the folding doors, makes this unit a practical and efficient choice for organizations requiring secure and organized storage of firearms and other equipment.

This cabinet does not have a key lock. 

The padlock option provided for the cabinet you mentioned offers an additional level of security. This allows users to secure the cabinet by using a padlock, ensuring that the contents are protected.

The open rack unit you described is designed for high capacity storage and is similar in terms of spacing and configuration to the hinged door unit. However, as there are no doors on this unit, it requires installation in a secure room with a solid security door. Alternatively, Datum can install a security cage around the unit as an alternative to a secure room with a door. This option provides an added layer of security for sensitive or valuable items stored within the unit.

These types of storage solutions are commonly used in police stations and other law enforcement facilities. Datum has extensive experience in providing weapons cabinets to law enforcement agencies, ensuring secure storage for firearms and related equipment. The versatility and security features of these cabinets make them well-suited for the specific needs and requirements of law enforcement organizations.

And if they’re interested in this unit of the left, which is a pistol locker, they can have an individual little compartment that’s secured either with a key or hasp or even with a little out of they can secure the pistols either at a courthouse or within a police station. 

The padlock option provided for the cabinet you mentioned offers an additional level of security. This allows users to secure the cabinet by using a padlock, ensuring that the contents are protected.

The open rack unit you described is designed for high capacity storage and is similar in terms of spacing and configuration to the hinged door unit. However, as there are no doors on this unit, it requires installation in a secure room with a solid security door. Alternatively, Datum can install a security cage around the unit as an alternative to a secure room with a door. This option provides an added layer of security for sensitive or valuable items stored within the unit.

These types of storage solutions are commonly used in police stations and other law enforcement facilities. Datum has extensive experience in providing weapons cabinets to law enforcement agencies, ensuring secure storage for firearms and related equipment. The versatility and security features of these cabinets make them well-suited for the specific needs and requirements of law enforcement organizations.

Over the past couple of years, Datum has been developing a number of lockers. 

The specialized locker solution offered by Datum is designed to cater to specific applications, such as police stations and other law enforcement facilities. These lockers are also competitively priced, making them an attractive option in the market. The locker configuration you described consists of an 18″ bottom unit and a 72″ high unit on top. This design allows for convenient storage of boots and other items in the lower section, while the upper section provides additional storage space for weapons, phones, or other personal belongings that require restricted access.

These lockers are ventilated to ensure proper airflow and ventilation for stored items. While they are primarily sold to law enforcement and military organizations, Datum has also provided these lockers for other applications, including schools. The versatility and security features of these lockers make them suitable for various environments where secure and organized storage is essential.

It’s more of a back room maybe for athletics. 

The locker configurations offered by Datum are continually evolving to meet the specific needs and requirements of different industries and applications. While they may resemble locker designs from other manufacturers, Datum’s lockers have unique features and specifications that set them apart.

One notable feature is the padlock mechanism, which uses a round table that can be turned to secure the locker with a padlock. This locking system provides a simple and effective method of securing the units. It’s important to note that Datum lockers do not offer combination locks or key lock options.

The TA 50 locker, commonly used within the military, is designed to allow soldiers to store their gear and equipment securely. When soldiers are ready to go on assignment, they can easily access their stored items from the locker.

Datum is committed to providing versatile and reliable storage solutions, including lockers, that meet the unique requirements of different industries and sectors, such as military, law enforcement, and more.

They can grab everything they need out of that and put it and go back and take off. 

That’s great to hear that Datum lockers have found utility in various industries, including fire departments and first responders. The versatility of Datum lockers allows for customization based on specific requirements. In the case of fire departments, removing the doors to create an open unit can provide quick and easy access to boots, jackets, and other essential gear during emergencies.

Datum offers a comprehensive range of lockers and security devices not only for personal belongings but also for computer products. These specialized lockers provide secure storage solutions for computer equipment, ensuring the protection of valuable data and devices.

By offering a diverse selection of lockers and security devices, Datum aims to cater to the unique needs of different industries and provide efficient and reliable storage solutions for a variety of items and applications.

This picture shows a tablet or laptop depot that allows us to store small iPads, tablets or laptops. 

It’s fantastic to hear that Datum provides power strips within their lockers, allowing users to securely store and charge their electronic devices. This feature ensures that the devices are not only kept safe but also conveniently charged for immediate use when needed. The power strip enables efficient charging and helps maintain the devices in optimal condition.

The cart you mentioned, known as the Prime Cart, is designed to accommodate thirty-two laptops. It utilizes a smart charging system that optimizes the charging process. By prioritizing devices that require the most charging, the system ensures that all laptops are charged effectively and efficiently.

The rolling unit on the right, known as the “Text,” appears to be another storage solution offered by Datum. While specific details may vary, this unit likely serves as a secure storage option for storing and organizing various items, such as textbooks or documents.

Overall, Datum’s range of lockers, carts, and storage solutions with integrated power and charging features demonstrates their commitment to providing convenient and secure solutions for managing electronic devices and other items.

And these things have really opened up opportunities. 

Indeed, the use of Datum’s lockers and storage solutions in libraries and courthouses is highly practical and beneficial. Libraries often provide spaces where individuals can study or work on their laptops, and having secure storage options allows users to store their personal items, such as laptops or belongings, while they focus on their tasks without worrying about their security.

Similarly, courthouses have strict regulations regarding the entry of personal electronic devices, which can pose a challenge for individuals who need to store their phones or laptops during their visit. Datum’s lockers offer a secure and convenient solution for temporarily storing these items, ensuring compliance with courthouse regulations while providing peace of mind to visitors.

By providing storage options in these public spaces, Datum supports a safe and organized environment for individuals to engage in their activities, whether it’s studying in a library or attending court proceedings. The availability of secure storage allows users to focus on their tasks or responsibilities, knowing that their belongings are safely stored and easily retrievable when needed.

They could be set up with or without a power source so depending on the situation, they can actually charge their units if need be. 

That sounds like a fantastic opportunity for Datum to provide its storage solutions to a major computer supplier. By equipping IT stations with Datum’s lockers or storage units, the techs will have a secure and organized space to store their laptops while they work on the servers. Having two units per IT station ensures that they always have a fully charged laptop available, maximizing their efficiency and productivity.

This partnership with a major computer supplier highlights Datum’s commitment to innovation and meeting the evolving needs of various industries. By providing reliable and secure storage solutions, Datum is positioned as a leader in the industry, offering practical and efficient solutions for organizations.

This new opportunity has the potential to be tremendously beneficial for Datum, as it allows them to further expand their reach and solidify their reputation as a trusted provider of storage solutions. It’s a testament to Datum’s ability to adapt to the changing demands of the market and deliver solutions that enhance workflow and productivity in various professional settings.

When we purchased the Adelphia Company, they brought on with us some furniture.

It’s impressive to see how Adelphia’s line of furniture, including mobile student desks, podium desks, and teacher desks, has gained popularity and expanded its reach beyond the Philadelphia area. The mobility feature of these furniture pieces allows for flexibility and adaptability in various educational and professional settings.

The mobile student desks provide students with the freedom to move and collaborate in the classroom, creating an interactive learning environment. The mobile podium desk offers convenience and versatility for teachers, allowing them to easily move around the classroom while delivering lectures or presentations. The mobile teacher desk provides a functional workspace with storage options, promoting organization and efficiency for educators.

The success and growth of Adelphia’s furniture line can be attributed to its quality design, functionality, and the ability to meet the evolving needs of schools, offices, and training facilities. The expansion of Adelphia’s reach from Pennsylvania to Massachusetts and Maine, facilitated by Material Handling -USA demonstrates the increasing demand for their products nationwide.

By providing innovative and mobile furniture solutions, Adelphia and Nationwide Shelving are establishing themselves as trusted providers in the furniture industry. The repeat business they receive and the growing customer base are a testament to the value and satisfaction that their furniture brings to educational and professional environments across the country.

Datum also makes dorm room furniture. 

The mail room furniture does have laminate tops and it is a melamine. 

So up top. So there is a mixture of metal and steel. I mean, wouldn’t steal on that particular line. And then on the left hand side Herman Miller there we have what we call the five thousand series desk. This was a spin-off of our at our but out of the Herman Miller 5000 series desk, Herman Miller was selling that quite a bit into the Pennsylvania State Police. Then Herman Miller Decided they were not going to make that desk anymore. Datum makes them now and it’s taken off real well.  It’s a modular desk as backpedals that could be taken off removed to allow access to power or communication reports. Very nice, solid furniture that’s basically taking over the stance of our regular traditional shell desking from the Adelphia line. If you need this Herman Miller 5000 series desk, we have to talk to you about them.

Datum makes a tremendous number of different specialty products. 

The wall-mounted fall-down desks offered by Adelphia are versatile and space-saving solutions that cater to specific needs in various settings. These desks are designed to be mounted on the wall and can be easily folded down to provide a flat surface for writing or working.

One common application for these desks is in doctors’ offices, particularly in exam rooms. By eliminating traditional desks or workstations, doctors can maximize the available space and accommodate more patients. The fall-down desks offer a convenient and practical surface for doctors to write notes or input patient information into a computer.

Additionally, Adelphia offers a drugstore version of the fall-down desk that features enhanced security features. These desks are equipped with dual key locks, requiring two authorized individuals to open them. This configuration is particularly useful in schools where medications need to be securely stored, ensuring that only authorized personnel can access them and preventing potential misuse or unauthorized access.

By providing functional and secure solutions, Adelphia’s fall-down desks meet specific requirements in different environments, promoting efficiency, space optimization, and security. These desks offer a practical and flexible workspace solution for various industries, including healthcare, education, and beyond.

Then Datum offers mobile podiums and a couple of different podium options. 

The variation of the fall-down desk that you mentioned, which is commonly seen at airports, serves as podiums in security areas. These podiums provide a functional workspace for security personnel to carry out their duties efficiently. Adelphia has supplied these podiums to airports across the country, and there is a growing demand for them from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Datum has also developed workspace shields, which are Plexiglas shields that can be added to student desks. These shields serve as protective barriers between students and teachers, helping to mitigate the spread of airborne particles. In 2020 alone, Datum supplied close to a million dollars’ worth of desks with shields to support schools in creating safer learning environments during the pandemic.

The significance of workspace shields has extended beyond educational institutions. The city of Philadelphia, for instance, purchased 3,200 shields from Datum for use in their elections. This opportunity arose just three weeks before Election Day, and Datum was able to fulfill the order promptly, resulting in a substantial sale.

If your school or organization is considering implementing barriers or shields for increased safety and hygiene, you can reach out to Datum at 800-326-4403 to discuss your requirements and explore the solutions they offer.

When you have your Datum File Carts

Datum offers a range of dormitory furniture that includes nightstands, wardrobes, and chest of drawers. While Datum doesn’t manufacture beds, they can supply beds to complement their dormitory furniture collection.

One notable feature of their furniture is the inclusion of a counterweight built into the back, ensuring stability and reducing the risk of tipping over. Additionally, Datum designs their furniture with several feet of clearance under the bed, providing valuable storage space for students to utilize.

Whether you are looking to furnish a dormitory or student housing facility, Datum’s dormitory furniture options can help create a functional and organized living space for students.

This is a planning sheet. 

The piece of paper you mentioned is a crucial tool for Datum in understanding your shelving requirements and providing an accurate proposal. By filling out the provided information, such as the desired size of shelving and your objectives, Datum can customize a solution tailored to your specific needs. You’ll also have the option to choose between mobile Track 5 or mobile track 3 systems, as well as the type of panels, whether it’s laminate or melamine.

Once you submit the information, Datum’s designers will use it to create a proposal that aligns with your requirements. This process allows for continuous improvement and refinement of their shelving systems to better meet customer needs. The proposal you receive will reflect the most recent version of their offerings, as of early 2021.

By providing detailed information and collaborating with Datum’s team, you can ensure that the proposed shelving system meets your expectations and delivers the desired functionality for your space.

Datum and Material Handling USA have a number of GSA contracts and state contracts. 

We do have TIPS. It’s a delivered contract. Even if you go to a police station or school, they could possibly get on there if they even if they cannot use GSA.

ThinStak Stackable ShelvingThis particular picture has eight individual tiers riveted together. It’s flexible, and it’s low profile. You can add to them, subtract from them. Within the Supreme Think Stack Shelving products line Datum offers probably the most versatile set of products you can get. 

Datum still manufacturers letter-size shelving, legal-size shelving, binder shelving, X-ray shelving, and shelving for all the different size items. 

But because there are still doctors requesting everything from medical record letter-size shelving, legal office requesting legal-size shelving, and X-Ray departments still requesting X-Ray shelving, Datum still makes them. Go to Datum’s paint line, and you will see letter-size shelving, legal-size shelving, and x-ray shelving going through the paint line.

  • Most versatile stackable units in the industry
  • Various Base options
  • Low profile and ability to add or subtract tiers is what makes this line
  • desirable
  • Posting Shelves and Spacers
  • 24”, 30”, 36”, 42” and 48”w
  • Dividers welded in place
  • Leveling Glides
  • Can be used with TrakSlider or Mobile Trak

Still popular in these applications are slide-out posting shelves that retract under the shelving. 

Posting shelving works great with The Datum track slider shelving systems and with Datum mobile shelving systems. This shows all fixed dividers and fixed divers are welded in place. Very specific for file folders.