Museums preserve some of the world’s most treasured artifacts, from fragile manuscripts to art masterpieces, and ensuring their protection is essential for future generations. In this blog, we will explore the common museum storage challenges and how Spacesaver’s solutions can provide the security and organization needed to safeguard valuable collections.
Storage Challenges of Museums, Galleries, and Exhibition Facilities
- Preservation: Maintaining optimal environmental conditions for delicate items.
- Space Optimization: Storing large and small items efficiently without compromising accessibility.
- Security: Safeguarding priceless artifacts from damage or theft.
- Accessibility: Ensuring curators and researchers can easily access items.
Top Museum Storage Solutions with Spacesaver
Art Racks
- Efficiently store framed museum art, hall of fame collections, and hanging objects in a compact space.
- Available in both fixed and mobile options, with customizable features like screen options and accessories to suit your collection’s needs.
Preservation Cabinet
- Built for durability with interchangeable panels, drawers and visible storage for easy personalization and display.
- Can be stacked or mounted on mobile storage systems to support growing collections.
- Ensures optimal storage conditions with enhanced protection against fire, smoke, and water damage.
Mobile Storage System
- Maximize space in tight areas with mobile storage solutions.
- Adaptable shelving options accommodate artifacts of all shapes and sizes, such as museum textile collections, military museum memorabilia, and more.
Shelving Solutions
- Choose from standard or custom sizes and styles to fit your space.
- Add lockable doors, drawers, trays, and pull-out shelves for added protection and functionality.
- Easily reconfigure to optimize space as your collection expands.
Case Study: Enhancing Artifact Preservation at Vancouver Museum
A museum in Vancouver, BC, partnered with Hi-Cube to tackle significant storage challenges for its growing 40,000-piece collection. We implemented several tailored Spacesaver solutions designed to optimize space, improve preservation conditions, and ensure secure storage. Our team worked closely with theirs to seamlessly integrate the new systems into their existing layout and operations, all while staying within budget and minimizing disruptions. Read the full case study here.
Transform Your Museum and Fine Art Storage with Hi-Cube, the Exclusive Spacesaver Dealer in BC
As the official Spacesaver dealer for Yukon and British Columbia, Hi-Cube specializes in delivering customized museum storage solutions tailored to your unique needs. Our expertise ensures your museum or educational facility adheres to best practices for the storage and preservation of collections and artifacts. Whether you require museum display cabinets or museum storage shelving, we’re here to help.
From design and installation to ongoing maintenance, we manage every aspect of your Spacesaver project in British Columbia, ensuring a seamless experience.
Contact Us today to elevate your museum’s artifact preservation and storage capabilities!