Featured Project: Trout Museum of Art in Appleton — How Smart Art Racks Elevated the Collection
When the Trout Museum of Art (Appleton, Wisconsin) undertook the design of its new facility in 2024, it sought not only secure storage for its collection but — importantly — a way to balance preservation with public access. Through a collaboration between Bradford Systems and Asgaard Systems, the museum transformed a previously hard-to-manage vault into […]
Protecting Archival Collections: Best Practices and Innovative Storage Solutions
Archival collections hold immense cultural, historical, and educational value, especially when preserving memorabilia. Preserving these collections demands a strategic approach to ensure they remain intact for future generations. From rare manuscripts to ancient artifacts, these items are often irreplaceable and vulnerable to damage from environmental factors, improper handling, and inadequate museum storage systems. At Bradford Systems, […]
How Art Rack Storage Solutions Protect Priceless Artworks
Preserving and showcasing art is vital for museums, galleries, and collectors. Artworks like paintings, sculptures, and rare artifacts need specialized care and secure storage to ensure longevity. Bradford Systems offers innovative storage solutions that optimize space, maintain environmental control, and support curatorial practices. This blog explores why museums choose art rack storage and how these […]
Cutting-Edge Design Features in Modern Herbarium Cabinets
Exploring the realm of modern herbarium cabinets unveils a fascinating journey bridging tradition and innovation. From the rudimentary beginnings to the cutting-edge solutions of today, the evolution of these cabinets mirrors the progress in technology and design. The impact of technological advancements on cabinet design has revolutionized the way specimens are preserved and accessed, setting […]
Nantucket Drawers & Trays: A Place for everything!
Nantucket Drawers and Trays isthe latest addition to Spacesaver’s line of shelving accessories. Designed to bring flexibility and versatility to any interior environment, Nantucket is fully compatible with 4-post shelving and works seamlessly with all other 4-post accessories like dividers, hanging rods, and more. Ideal for keeping essential supplies and equipment close at hand, Nantucket can be used […]
The Key to Maximizing Museum Space with Wide Span Shelving
When you step into a museum, you’re often greeted by a breathtaking array of artifacts, artwork, and historical pieces. The museum’s layout and organization play a significant role in your overall experience. Wide span shelving, an often-underappreciated component of museum design, plays a crucial role in creating spacious and impressive exhibits. In this blog post, […]
How Heavy Duty Shelving in Museums Preserve Art and History
Museums serve as guardians of our cultural heritage, housing priceless artifacts, artworks, and historical treasures that tell the story of our past. Preserving these valuable items requires careful consideration of storage solutions, and one crucial element in museum storage is heavy-duty shelving. In this blog post, we delve into the world of heavy-duty shelving in […]
A Historical Perspective on Museum Storage Solutions
The Early Days of Museum Storage In the early days of museum storage, the preservation of priceless artifacts was far from the sophisticated systems we have today. Museums were often housed in humble spaces, and storage conditions were far from ideal. These early facilities, reminiscent of dusty attics, posed several challenges to the preservation of […]
Affordable Solutions for Storing Priceless Works
All museums, regardless of size, resources, or theme, share one eternal challenge: space, or lack thereof. How do you display an ever-evolving collection of art and artifacts, and how do you securely store these objects for an indefinite amount of time, when space can be as priceless as the treasures themselves? The folks at Rockford […]