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QUESTION: What is the difference between Omega Shelving and shelving I can buy at major brand name stores?
This question certainly ranks amongst the most commonly asked questions we receive.
ANSWER: Our response to this question is simple; quality, durability, and flexibility. What we mean by flexibility is that we offer a larger selection of size break downs for better customization for your project. This alone gives us an advantage. The quality of our products are superior to many other brands available to you. Our shelving is created to last a lifetime. We use high-quality materials and metals to meet standards set by our customers. Our products are durable and can handle heavy workloads and still maintain a bright chrome or black finish. We stand behind the quality and workmanship of the products we deliver.
While we cannot say that we always offer the lowest prices, side by side, we can tell you that our wire shelving units are built to last and in most cases, have a higher maximum weight capacity. While price may be an important factor during your purchasing decision, many times you’ll get what you pay for. We often recommend the shelving units you can buy in major brand stores for lightweight projects or storage. These units may be suitable for your home. Many of our shelving units and other products are used in the home as well. Our client base stretches across various industries. From warehouse storage to industrial storage to hospital and medical supplies to office storage.
A few things you may note when comparing Omega Shelving to others:
- many big brand name stores use 3/4″ posts – Omega Shelving posts are 1′ thick
- most 4 shelf units (54″ tall x 36″ wide x 14″ deep) carry a maximum weight load of 350 lbs – Omega Shelving boasts an 800 lb per shelf maximum weight load
- Omega Products are NSF International tested & certified – general use shelving products at big brand name stores are not. Please double check the product if required
- One-size-fits-all shelving is available at big brand name stores – we offer a large selection of heights, widths & depths as well as additional shelving to suit your needs
- Customer service & product knowledge is among the best in the industry – you may find a person who has more knowledge than the next employee in the big brand name stores but not nearly to the extent that we know about wire shelving and associated products
- mobile shelving at big brand name stores often come in one size and made of cheaper materials (4″ seems to be the more common size) – Omega casters & wheels come in 3″ or 5″ size and are constructed of durable and long lasting materials. They roll easily for versatility and lock into place securely for safety
We understand that several things come to mind when purchasing wire shelving units. Cost, primary use, availability, and flexibility are what we hear most. If you are looking for high quality and long lasting shelving, Omega Products has what you need. Paying a few extra bucks may not be in the budget for you and we understand that as well. Buying with us, you’ll have the peace of mind that a quality product will arrive at your doorstep.