Metro Storage Solutions
Metro Commercial Kitchen Shelving and Storage FAQ
Metro Storage and Shelving Basics
Metro is a manufacturer and supplier of storage and transport products for commercial kitchens, healthcare facilities, aged care environments and commercial catering operations.
Metro was founded in 1929 and is headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Its products are distributed internationally, with Stoddart serving as the exclusive importer and distributor of Metro products in Australia.
The Metro range available through Stoddart includes:
- Wire shelving
- Polymer shelving
- Mobile shelving
- Adjustable shelving
- Solid shelving
- Wall-mounted shelving
- Dunnage racks
- Security storage cages
- Utility carts and trolleys
- Smart Wall storage systems
- Insulated pan carriers
- Warewash handling products
These products are designed to support storage, organisation and transport requirements within commercial environments.
Metro storage and transport products are designed for use in environments including:
- Commercial kitchens
- Restaurants and hospitality venues
- Healthcare facilities
- Aged care facilities
- Commercial catering operations
- Walk-in cool rooms
- Supermarkets
- Warewashing areas
- Education facilities
Metro focuses on complete storage solutions that optimise available space, improve workflow and support workplace safety.
Stoddart is the exclusive importer and distributor of Metro products in Australia.
Customers can view the available Metro range through Stoddart and speak with the Stoddart team for assistance selecting a solution for their storage or transport requirements.
Metro Commercial Shelving Solutions
Metro offers several commercial shelving options through Stoddart, including:
- Super Erecta wire shelving
- Super Erecta PRO polymer mat shelving
- MetroMax Q polymer shelving
- Static shelving
- Mobile shelving
- Wall-mounted shelving
- Add-on shelving
- Adjustable wall shelving
The available options allow businesses to select shelving based on their space, layout and operational requirements.
Metro's product range includes both steel wire shelving and shelving fitted with polymer mats.
The most appropriate option will depend on where the shelving will be installed, what will be stored and how the storage area is used. Stoddart can assist with identifying a suitable shelving system for the intended application.
Yes. Metro's range includes mobile versions of its Super Erecta, Super Erecta PRO and MetroMax Q systems.
Mobile shelving provides a storage option that can be repositioned when required, helping businesses adapt their storage layout and workflow.
Yes. Static Metro shelving options available through Stoddart include four-tier and five-tier configurations across several product families, including Super Erecta, Super Erecta PRO and MetroMax Q.
Available models and configurations can be viewed in the Metro product range.
Yes. Metro offers wall-storage products including:
- Smart Wall base kits and scullery kits
- Adjustable wall shelving in two-tier and three-tier options
Wall-mounted storage can help make use of otherwise unused wall space and keep frequently required items organised within the work area.
The Metro Smart Wall system is a configurable wall-storage solution.
Stoddart's Metro Smart Wall range is available as a base kit, which can be accessorised according to your needs, and as a scullery kit with accessories included.
Metro's published range includes shelving solutions intended for applications such as walk-in cool rooms.
Because storage conditions and layouts vary, the appropriate shelving system should be selected according to the room dimensions, intended use and operational requirements.
Metro Storage and Organisation Products
Yes. The Metro range available through Stoddart includes Bow Tie dunnage racks.
Dunnage racks provide an additional storage option for commercial environments and can form part of a broader Metro storage layout.
Yes. Metro offers a Super Erecta security storage cage through Stoddart.
This provides businesses with an enclosed storage option where controlled or more secure storage is required.
Metro provides a variety of shelving types, including static, mobile, wall-mounted, adjustable and add-on shelving.
This range allows storage systems to be selected and arranged according to the available space and the workflow of the facility.
Metro focuses on storage and transport solutions designed to optimise space and improve workflow.
By using shelving, wall storage, carts, racks and other organisation products, businesses can create defined storage areas and position supplies according to how the workspace operates.
Microban Antimicrobial Product Protection
According to the Metro information published by Stoddart, Metro products come standard with Microban antimicrobial product protection.
Microban is incorporated during the manufacturing process and is intended to provide protection against bacteria, mould and fungi that can contribute to odours, stains and product degradation.
Microban protection is built into Metro products during manufacturing and is designed to last for the lifetime of the product.
Stoddart states that the Microban antimicrobial additive used in Metro products has received NSF International Certification for food-contact and water applications.
Microban antimicrobial product protection is built into the shelf mats and Metroseal 3 epoxy coating to protect the product from bacteria, mould, mildew and fungi that can cause odours and product degradation. Microban protection helps keep the product cleaner between cleanings.
Businesses should continue following their normal cleaning procedures and any instructions supplied with the product.
Choosing a Metro Storage Solution
When selecting a Metro shelving system, consider:
- The available floor or wall space
- Whether the shelving should be static or mobile
- Whether wire or polymer shelving is preferred
- The type of products being stored
- The required number of shelving levels
- The workflow of the storage or preparation area
- Whether secure storage is required
Metro offers multiple shelving formats, allowing the storage system to be selected according to the needs of the facility.
Static shelving is suited to locations where the storage unit will remain in a fixed position.
Mobile shelving may be more appropriate where stored items need to be moved or where the storage layout needs greater flexibility. Metro offers both static and mobile options across several shelving ranges.
Wall-mounted shelving may be considered where floor space is limited or where frequently used items need to be stored above a work area.
Metro's range includes adjustable wall shelving, direct wall-mount kits and configurable Smart Wall systems.
Stoddart provides a dedicated Storage Guide containing additional information about commercial storage solutions.
Customers can also contact Stoddart for assistance identifying Metro products suited to their space and operational requirements.
Why Choose Metro Products?
Metro provides a broad range of storage options for professional foodservice and healthcare environments.
The Super Erecta, Super Erecta PRO and MetroMax Q ranges offer high weight capacities for evenly distributed loads:
- Stationary units have a maximum capacity of 907 kg evenly distributed, or 270 kg per shelf.
- Mobile units with stem casters offer a maximum total unit load of 408 kg evenly distributed, or 270 kg per shelf.
The range includes wire and polymer shelving, static and mobile systems, wall storage, security storage, dunnage racks, utility carts and insulated pan carriers. Metro's stated focus is on solutions that optimise space, improve workflow and support safety.
Stoddart is the exclusive importer and distributor of Metro products in Australia.
Through Stoddart, customers can explore the Metro range and obtain assistance selecting products for commercial kitchens, healthcare facilities, aged care operations and catering environments.
View the Metro rangeEvery storage area and workflow is different. Speak with Stoddart to identify a Metro shelving, storage or transport solution suited to your available space and operational requirements.
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