MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY CASE STUDY. Super 123 Shelving System High density storage system for University book library

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1 MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY CASE STUDY Super 123 Shelving System High density storage system for University book library BOW13548_Case Study_MELBUNI_FNL.indd 1

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With one of the largest book and periodicals collections in Australia, the University of Melbourne chose to upgrade its storage facility with the Metalsistem Super 123 Series storage system.

3 With one of the largest book and periodicals collections in Australia, the University of Melbourne chose to upgrade its storage facility with the Metalsistem Super 123 Series storage system. Bowen Storage designed, supplied and installed a two tier medium duty storage module, working closely with the architect and builder to deliver an effective storage solution to cater for over 300,000 valuable book titles. CLIENT BRIEF Due to its unique and growing collection of rare books, ancient maps, prints and other published materials, the library department at the University of Melbourne was unable to keep pace with its storage needs. The University s project management team embarked on an extensive refurbishment program to develop and implement a customised storage solution that would house the priceless collection safely, allow staff to access the collection easily and quickly, whilst ensuring optimal storage conditions for sensitive material. BOW13548_Case Study_MELBUNI_FNL.indd 3

OUR SOLUTION INTELLIGENT SPACE PLANNING Bowen Storage partnered with the University of Melbourne project team to design a space efficient two tier storage module consisting of 1,300 bays of shelving,

DESIGN AND ENGINEERING The Super 123 series shelving system provided a better load distribution to the concrete floor through the use of shorter 900mm long bays.

4 OUR SOLUTION INTELLIGENT SPACE PLANNING Bowen Storage partnered with the University of Melbourne project team to design a space efficient two tier storage module consisting of 1,300 bays of shelving, with a footprint of approximately 1,400 square metres of floor space. DESIGN AND ENGINEERING The Super 123 series shelving system provided a better load distribution to the concrete floor through the use of shorter 900mm long bays. The lightweight construction of Super 123 further aided to reduce the weight loading on the suspended concrete slab floor, which had a strength rating of 3kPa. MODULAR SHELVING SYSTEM A versatile and innovative storage solution, the Super 123 series shelving system is modular in construction and beam levels are easily adjusted. This allowed shelf levels to be easily adjusted to accommodate different book sizes even after the installation was completed by Bowen Storage. LEAD FREE FINISH FOR RARE ARCHIVES Paper (particularly historic) contains a wide variety of metals, which when in contact with other metals can potentially increase the rate of deterioration of older documents. Zinc is one of the few metals which are not harmful in this manner, and zinc is the primary component used in the galvanisation process of Super 123 shelving. This means that the standard finish of the Super 123 shelving was perfectly suited and recommended for archive storage, as lead content in other surface finishes such as powder coating would have severely impacted the quality of the library s archives. BOW13548_Case Study_MELBUNI_FNL.indd 4

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conjunction with other trades, including electricians, fire services technicians and air-conditioning mechanics.

7 OUR SOLUTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT Bowen Storage managed the entire project, working closely with the architect and builder. Having designed the two tier storage module to maximise storage capacity by using all available floor space, Bowen Storage installers had to work progressively in a very restricted area and in conjunction with other trades, including electricians, fire services technicians and air-conditioning mechanics. Bowen STORAGE WORKS WITH NEW AND EXISTING FACILITIES TO ENHANCE ARCHIVE STORAGE CAPACITY, SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY. Bowen Storage has recognised and embraced the needs of the archive storage industry, and is uniquely positioned in the Australian market to deliver integrated and versatile storage solutions. Operating from a position of absolute integrity through family heritage and 30 years of trading, Bowen Storage has the resources at its disposal to effectively provide a storage solution that will maximise storage capacity, increase operating efficiencies and improve profitability. Bowen Storage SERVICES On-site Consultations Storage Planning and Optimisation Storage Layout Design Delivery and Installation Total Project Management BOW13548_Case Study_MELBUNI_FNL.indd 7

8 BOWEN STORAGE IS YOUR TRUSTED ADVISOR FOR ALL STORAGE APPLICATIONS. WE INVITE YOU TO DRAW ON OUR WEALTH OF EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE AT THE NEXT AVAILABLE OPPORTUNITY, TO ENHANCE PRODUCTIVITY FOR PROFITABILITY. Enquire Now BOWENGROUP.COM.AU E solutions@bowengroup.com.au Melbourne (Head Office) 11 Ramage Street, Bayswater VIC 3153 P F Brisbane 26 Freight Street (cnr Trade Street), Lytton QLD 4178 P F BOW13548_Case Study_MELBUNI_FNL.indd 8 Bowen Storage & Bowen Interiors are divisions of Bowen Group BOWENGROUP.COM.AU Bowen GROUP logos are registered trademarks MELBOURNE CANBERRA SYDNEY BRISBANE ADELAIDE

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