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<p>Secure lockers are essential to any <a href="/athletics" aria-label="athletic storage solutions">athletic facility</a>, providing users with a safe space to store their belongings while they perform. Spacesaver’s <a href="/products/lockers/personal-storage-locker" aria-label="personal storage locker product details">FreeStyle® Personal Storage Lockers</a> come in various sizes and styles, including single-tier options for individual use. Factors such as whether digital locks are preferred for added security, or whether benches are needed in the employee locker room for convenience, should be considered. Personal storage lockers come in various configurations to suit different needs and preferences. Offering versatile athletic lockers can improve user satisfaction and create a more organized and efficient environment.</p>
<p>Properly storing and maintaining athletic equipment and apparel is critical in ensuring athletes are well-prepared, safe, and focused. From <a href="/athletics/k-12-athletics" aria-label="k12 athletic storage solutions">K-12 schools</a> to <a href="/athletics/collegiate-sports" aria-label="collegiate sport storage solutions">collegiate programs</a> and <a href="/athletics/professional-sports" aria-label="professional sport storage solutions">professional teams</a>, Spacesaver offers tailored athletic lockers that keep gear organized, accessible, and protected. Below, we outline the importance of athletic storage lockers and how they contribute to the success of athletic programs at all levels by providing a secure space for athletes to store their personal belongings and gear.</p>

<h2>The Foundation of a Successful Season is Durable Storage</h2>
<p>Every great athletic season starts long before the first game is played. It begins with the careful management and storage of the equipment and apparel that athletes rely on. Proper storage is essential to maintain the longevity of high-quality products - from <a href="/athletics/football-equipment-room" aria-label="football sports storage solutions">helmets and shoulder pads</a> to uniforms and practice gear. Spacesaver's customizable lockers are designed to address the unique needs of athletic programs and ensure their readiness for a successful season. These lockers are made from durable steel and come in various sizes and layouts, ensuring that teams can quickly access the stored items they need.</p>
<h4>Tailored Solutions by Spacesaver</h4>
<p>For <a href="/education/k-12" aria-label="school storage solutions">K-12 schools</a>, athletic programs are often the visualization of school spirit and pride. However, many schools struggle with cramped storage closets filled with unmarked boxes, disorganized cages, and scattered equipment. This lack of organization can lead to lost or damaged gear, costing schools time and money.</p>
<p>Spacesaver's <a href="/products/lockers/personal-storage-locker" aria-label="personal storage locker product details">personal storage lockers</a> are designed to keep gear and uniforms accessible and in top condition. By providing efficient, configurable, and durable storage options, Spacesaver helps schools protect their investment  and ensure equipment is readily available for students. With well-organized storage, coaches and equipment managers can focus more on training and less on searching for missing items.</p>
<h4>High-Quality Equipment Storage Lockers</h4>
<p>Collegiate athletics programs face unique challenges when it comes to equipment storage. Today's equipment rooms are more than simple storage spaces - they are integral to the program's success. These rooms support various activities, from repairing gear and cleaning uniforms to showcasing the program's commitment to player safety and success. High-quality storage, such as <a href="/products/lockers/personal-storage-locker" aria-label="personal storage locker product details">Spacesaver’s personal storage lockers</a>, is ideal for collegiate athletes to keep their equipment organized and easily accessible while providing a secure place to store personal belongings.</p>
<p>Spacesaver's storage experts design these lockers to create a functional environment where athletes can thrive. Whether storing equipment for a single team or an entire athletic department, Spacesaver's personal storage lockers ensure every user’s gear is organized and easily accessible, making them the ideal solution  for supporting collegiate athletes.</p>
<h4>Functional Athletic Storage Lockers for Professional Teams</h4>
<p>At the professional level, every detail matters. Teams need storage solutions that protect their gear and reflect the organization's strength and pride. Spacesaver helps teams organize their available space and support their athletes, regardless of the facility's size.</p>
<p>When choosing the right <a href="/products/lockers/personal-storage-locker" aria-label="personal storage locker product details">personal storage lockers</a> for your team, it’s important to consider factors such as durability, security (e.g., lock options), ventilation, and adjustability. Additional features to consider include hooks, mirrors, or charging stations can enhance convenience and stand the test of time.</p>
<p>From uniforms and practice gear to promotional apparel and medical supplies, <a href="/products/lockers/personal-storage-locker" aria-label="personal storage locker product details">Spacesaver's FreeStyle® Personal Storage Lockers</a> make storing, organizing, and retrieving equipment easy. By providing comprehensive solutions, Spacesaver ensures that professional teams can focus on what they do best - winning championships.</p>

<h6>Can personal storage lockers be used for both short-term and long-term storage needs?</h6>
<p>Whether you need temporary storage for gym sessions or a more extended solution for seasonal gear, personal storage lockers offer flexibility and security to efficiently cater to various storage requirements and lengths of time.</p>

<h2>Taking Program Performance Personal</h2>
<p>Athletic success starts with preparation, and preparation begins with the right storage solutions. Whether you're managing a K-12 sports program, collegiate athletic department, or professional team, Spacesaver's personal storage lockers offer the functionality, durability, and customization needed to keep gear protected, organized, and accessible.</p>

<p>By investing in these high-quality storage solutions, athletic programs can enhance efficiency, reduce the risk of lost or damaged equipment, and create an environment supporting athletes and staff. Spacesaver has the expertise and solutions to help your program achieve greatness, from small storage closets to state-of-the-art athletic facilities.</p>

Designed to be configured to your exact needs, Spacesaver’s FreeStyle® Personal Storage Locker provides a secure solution for users to transition in and out of their activities. 

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Enhance Your Team’s Performance with Secure and Efficient Storage Solutions

<p>It certainly takes an army of allies to guide today’s students through their required educational responsibilities. And, like an army, these young and developing minds need an incredible amount of support to accomplish the tasks in front of them. Some of this support comes from the children’s guardians, teachers, or respective schools, but for those individuals or schools that may be less fortunate than others, additional support is needed to ensure they get the same level of attention and development as the rest of the district.</p>
<h2>A Promise of Progress</h2>
<p>In the Kalamazoo, Michigan public school system, there is a program called The Kalamazoo Promise. In this program, local students that go to school in the area and maintain and graduate with a certain grade point average, can get their post-secondary tuition (and in some instances room and board) paid for. Supported by a group of generous public and anonymous donors, the mission of this program is to ensure that both students and teachers never had to worry about having the tools to experience the highest level of learning and receive these materials without cost.</p>
<h2>Focusing on the Community</h2>
<p>One of these supporting entities is the Communities In Schools organization. This group exists to provide surrounding students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and find achievement in their lives. Serving more than 20 schools in the district, their operation consists of a warehouse stocked with supplies, as well as an office space to help run the operation. Within the warehouse, you can find materials including shoes, jackets, craft supplies, pencils, and more. According to the organization, any teacher or staff member in the Kalamazoo district is allowed to come during available hours and present a request for the materials they need. Upon review and confirmation, the foundation will provide the supplies to them – no fee demanded, and no questions asked.</p>
<p>Knowing the incredible value their services provide to the district, the community, and its members, the organization’s directors reached out to their local Spacesaver consultant – on the advice of the project’s architect who was familiar with our trusted systems and proven results – to maximize their warehouse’s storage space and provide the greatest impact.</p>
<p><b>Starting by assessing both their existing storage systems and the wide array and increasing volume of materials needing to be stored, our consultant provided the following systems:</b></p>
<h4>Mechanical Assist High-Density Mobile Shelving (HDMS) Systems</h4>
<p>These compact storage systems not only removed wasted aisle space and allowed for additional storage capacity, but can be configured to include accessories such as hanging rods for jackets, garments, etc.</p>
<p>In addition, the systems can be operated with little effort, allowing staff members of all shapes and sizes to quickly and easily gain access to the materials needed by the requesting party.</p>
<h4>4-Post Shelving With Acrylic Bin Fronts and Cubbies</h4>
<p>Designed to efficiently store and gain access to smaller, more highly demanded items like toothbrushes and toothpaste, as well as those that require distinct separation such as shoe cubbies.</p>
<p>Spacesaver’s durable 4-Post shelving and versatile accessories allow users to adjust their systems to provide the best configuration for their use and the items they store.</p>
<h2>A Foundation for a Strong Future</h2>
<p>Communities In Schools of Kalamazoo began in the 1970s as a vision of a more just and healthy community, one in which every child has a chance to finish school and be ready for college and the workforce. Since then, Communities In Schools has grown into the nation’s largest and most effective organization in addressing the dropout crisis.</p>
<p>Spacesaver is honored to play a role in helping Communities In Schools provide these valuable resources to the teachers and students of the Kalamazoo, Michigan School District. </p>
<h3>Configuring Continued Growth</h3>
<p>Spacesaver’s consultants know how to make the most of your available space and maximize its impact on your operations. Reach out to your local representative to set up a space assessment and establish a strong foundation for offering more for your community.</p>

Spacesaver provides innovative solutions that help support the growth of the next generation of graduates.

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<h2>In case you weren’t made aware by the numerous TV shows and movies featuring Texas high school football teams, it’s kind of a big deal. </h2>

<p>When those Friday night lights come on, you can say goodbye to your varsity blues because it’s game time! Pop culture references aside, watching the athletes at your local school battle it out on the field is an event cherished by athletes, staff, and fans alike. And, while all the glitz and glamour comes to a head under the bright lights, the equipment room is where the road to victory starts. </p>

<h3>Helping to Gain a Competitive Edge</h3>
<p>For Humble High School’s football program, gaining a competitive advantage was a high priority going into the Fall 2022 season. Wanting to revamp the image and safety of their players while they’re on the field, administrators utilized bonds approved by the school district to purchase new jerseys, pads, helmets, and other accessories.</p>

<p>Now, with more than $100,000 invested in new equipment, administrators thought, <strong>“Why not also invest in a system to protect and extend the life of the gear chosen to support their 200-300 athletes?”</strong> Knowing other schools in the district were pleased with the updates Spacesaver’s solutions provided to their equipment rooms, they gave the go ahead early in the year with hopes of having the systems up and running for day one of practice.</p>

<h3>Store More, Play Safe, Look Good</h3>
<p>Working with an out-of-date, outgrown, fieldhouse built in the seventies, our consultant’s storage strategy was to maximize the small space that had been allocated in its original design. Incorporating stationary shelving and two <a href="/products/high-density-mobile-shelving/standard-high-density-mobile-storage/">mechanical-assist mobile storage systems</a> with recessed rails – purchased on a Sourcewell contract – our consultant was able to optimize the space while adding fresh, end-panel decals to boost team pride.</p>

<p>Ready for game time, these <a href="/products/high-density-mobile-shelving/">high-density mobile storage systems</a> have the capacity to take on storage challenges of all sizes, as well as the flexibility to accommodate the little things you don’t think about when designing football storage. Now, small parts such as belt clips, helmet clips, and shoulder pad clips can be easily located and applied, getting players back in the game!</p>

<h3>A Successful Conversion</h3>
<p>Want to make sure your team is ready for the bright lights on Friday nights? Reach out to our lineup of athletic storage experts to draw up a gameplan that’s sure to score with your athletes and fans!</p>

Spacesaver provides a high-powered defense for high school football gear.

Clear Aisles, Full Shelves, Can’t Lose

<h2>Back to school means back to sports for many. Coaches and athletes are already back in action and preparing for the competition to come. </h2>

<p>While many teams are adding new players to their rosters, one Southeastern Wisconsin high school will have a new equipment manager on its staff, and this addition is a real unit! Here is how <a href="https://www.spacesaver.com/products/high-density-mobile-shelving/modular-moving-shelving-systems/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spacesaver’s high-density mobile system</a> stepped in to help the Highlanders of Homestead High School efficiently combine and store the equipment needed to help them win! </p>

<h3>Preserve Tradition, Embrace Advancement</h3>
<p>Working with an aging wire storage system in an efficient space, Homestead’s administrators knew they needed to find a modern solution to house more than a dozen teams’ worth of totes, hanging uniforms, and specialized equipment. With some quick research, Homestead High School’s Athletic Director came across <a href="/markets/sports-equipment-storage-solutions/collegiate-athletic-equipment-storage/">Spacesaver’s existing collegiate installations</a>. Impressed with the quality of the products represented at each respective institution, he reached out to our local expert to set up a consultation.</p>

<h3>Get In, Get Out, Get to Work</h3>
After visiting the school and seeing the existing equipment room and the potential spaces that could be utilized, the local storage expert suggested Homestead repurpose an internal space in its locker room. Not only would this relocation bring the gear closer so their users can load up and get to work, but it also freed up valuable floorspace to repurpose into what will be an additional training/weight room for student athletes. 

<h3>Flexible Enough to Take on Any Opponent</h3>
<p>Much like the athletes in its program, Homestead’s administrators needed their new solutions to be able to lock down opponents like theft, damage, and loss, all while possessing the versatility to make changes as the (storage) game progresses.</p>

<p>In the end, the winning system paired Spacesaver’s flexible shelving options with <a href="/products/high-density-mobile-shelving/mobile-shelving-modes-of-operation/#mechanical">Spacesaver’s mechanical-assist mobile storage systems</a> for easy access and minimal wasted space. Homestead was so pleased with the results that they have ordered additional systems to be installed in the latter part of 2023! Keep your eye out for more on this valuable partnership!</p>

<h3>Geared Up to Go</h3>
<p>Is your cluttered equipment room holding your team back from achieving its full potential? Reach out to our athletic storage experts to back on your path to the top!</p>

The foundation for your championship team is your equipment room.

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<h1>The Do's and Don'ts of Performing Arts Storage</h1>
<h2>Storing Equipment for School Performing Arts Programs</h2>
<p>At many schools, learning comes from more than just books, computers, and classroom lectures. For students studying performing arts, specialized equipment, and materials – including props, sheet music, and video equipment – are needed to enrich their educational experience.</p>
<p>A performing arts department must approach renovation projects with a focus on keeping their valuable educational tools organized, secure, and accessible for both teachers and authorized students. As you’re evaluating your performing arts department’s storage needs, be sure to avoid these critical pitfalls.</p>
<ul>
<li>Don't let prop rooms become disorganized</li>
<li>Don't settle for static music storage</li>
<li>Don't sacrifice visibility for secure storage
<li>Don't accept space limitations</li>
</ul>
<h3>Don't: Let Prop Rooms Become Disorganized</h3>
<h3>Do: Utilize Versatile Storage Solutions to Optimize Space</h3>
<p>Scenery, costumes, and props are integral to an immersive theatre experience. While props may have a logical position on stage, careful consideration is needed to ensure they are properly stored to allow use in future performances.</p>
<p>To adequately store large stage props, storage managers can utilize our robust widespan shelving. For properly storing smaller props, a performing arts department can take advantage of our Nantucket Drawers and Trays on 4-Post shelving.</p>
<p>With the right shelving solutions, prop organization and the ability to retrieve items improve significantly, allowing crew more time to spend getting the performance ready for opening night.</p>
<h3>Don't: Settle for Static Music Storage</h3>
<h3>Do: Invest in a Dynamic Music Library</h3>
<p>While traditional static file cabinets and shelving can offer a home to sheet music, records, and other materials, accessing those items quickly isn't always possible.</p>
<p>Spacesaver High-Density Mobile Shelving systems – available with powered and mechanical assist control – are designed to deliver efficient document management in less space. Here, materials are organized on customized shelving units, allowing instructors quick access to the pieces they need to strike the right tone with their students.</p>
<h3>Don't: Sacrifice Visibility for Secure Storage</h3>
<h3>Do: Keep Items Locked Behind Perforated Steel Doors</h3>
<p>Professors and administrators require locking cabinets to store expensive video production equipment. The ability to see inside and verify that everything is stored properly and accounted for builds efficiency into secure inventory practices.</p>
<p>Our 4-Post shelving fitted with locking perforated steel doors creates cabinets that keep these valuable items visible yet secure, so available funds don't end up on the cutting room floor.</p>
<h3>Don't: Accept Space Limitations</h3>
<h3>Do: Preserve the Art of Learning with Innovative Ideas</h3>
<p>From storing props, sheet music, video equipment, and students' personal belongings, to creating flexible collaboration spaces, Spacesaver solutions can be tailored to fit performing arts departments of all sizes.</p>
<p>Discover more of our solutions designed to help departments flourish by downloading our Canvass the Campus Brochure and get your performing arts department's storage ready for the spotlight</p>

Secure storage for props, sheet music, and video equipment.

The Do's and Don'ts of Performing Arts Storage

Considerations for storing props, sheet music, and video equipment in education spaces

<h2>Long-Term Solutions for Schools' Storage Needs</h2>
<p>While many may think the school year takes place from fall to spring, administrators are constantly planning and strategizing to best position their schools' students and teachers for success</p>
<p>As the student and faculty requirements grow and new programs are launched to support syllabi and extra-curricular activities, a school's need to make the most of every square inch of their facilities intensifies.</p>
<p>Forward-thinking administrators can accommodate this growth by utilizing efficient storage solutions to keep their elementary or high school organized while creating additional usable space for a myriad of activities.</p>
<p>Here are four major planning questions administrators need to answer when making storage design decisions.</p>
<h3>Q: How can I create more space for athletic and physical education equipment storage?</h3>
<p><strong>A:</strong> If your equipment room is overcrowded and unorganized but you don't have the money to expand your space, high-density mobile storage is an excellent solution. By mounting shelving or cabinets onto a carriage and rail system, schools can eliminate fixed aisles and add more storage space in the same footprint, preventing clutter, damaged, loss, or theft.</p>
<h3>Q: How will valuable, historical items be stored/displayed?</h3>
<p><strong>A:</strong> Items like yearbooks, student newspapers, and school board minutes help to show how students and teachers reacted to and were shaped by historical events. Our archival storage solutions help to preserve these documents in less space, keeping them organized and accessible when needed.</p><h3>Q: How will valuable, historical items be stored/displayed?</h3>
<p><strong>A:</strong> Items like yearbooks, student newspapers, and school board minutes help to show how students and teachers reacted to and were shaped by historical events. Our archival storage solutions help to preserve these documents in less space, keeping them organized and accessible when needed.</p>
<h3>Q: How can I utilize extra space in my school library?</h3>
<p><strong>A:</strong> Whether you are making room for new collections or flexible use, our library storage solutions can provide the most for students and staff. Our products, like Flexible Shelving reduce your storage footprint, freeing up space for other things like collaborative workspaces and digital media access.</p>
<h3>Q: How can staff keep maintenance rooms organized?</h3>
<p><strong>A:</strong> Durable, steel constructed shelving units are engineered to enhance efficiency by keeping necessary items within arm's reach. In addition to optimizing space, these versatile shelving systems can be equipped with doors, drawers, trays, and other accessories to offer a customized solution. When storage requirements change, these shelving units can be easily reconfigured to meet your needs.</p>
<p>No matter which department in your school is in need of improvement, Spacesaver has solutions to fit your needs. Our nationwide network of experts offer personalized space-planning consultation to help you find the right long-term solution for your school.</p>
