Slimline Library Book Shelving

Consistent in look with our classic Expressions range, new Slimline features a 65mm reduction in footprint – without compromising book count or display.

The steel used in Raeco shelving is 100% recyclable is accredited by Good Environmental Choice Australia (GECA). Raeco is also certified to the international standard on environmental management systems (ISO 14001:2015).

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LAMINATE WARRANTY

10 year warranty on laminate finishes.

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AUSTRALIAN MADE

Proudly Australian made from the highest quality materials & finishes.

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STEEL SHELVING

Lifetime warranty on steel shelving

RECOMMENDED HEIGHTS

1000mmH

Commonly used under windows in junior libraries

1200mmH

A popular choice for junior schools and children’s spaces

1500mmH

Favoured by public libraries, secondary schools and junior schools with space constraints

1800mmH

A traditional height, more commonly used single sided to walls

recommended shelf spacing

900mmH

1 FLAT SHELF

1 PLINTH

1000mmH

1 DISPLAY SHELF

1 FLAT SHELF

1 PLINTH

1200mmH

2 REVERSIBLE SHELVES

OPTIONAL BOTTOM SHELF OVERLAY

1200mmH

3 REVERSIBLE SHELVES

OPTIONAL BOTTOM SHELF OVERLAY

Popular choice for junior schools and children’s spaces

1400mmH

3 REVERSIBLE SHELVES

1 PLINTH

1400mmH

4 REVERSIBLE SHELVES

1 PLINTH

1500mmH

3 REVERSIBLE SHELVES

OPTIONAL BOTTOM SHELF OVERLAY

1500mmH

4 REVERSIBLE SHELVES

1 PLINTH

Favoured by public libraries, secondary schools and junior schools with space constraints

1600mmH

3 REVERSIBLE SHELVES

1 PLINTH

1600mmH

4 REVERSIBLE SHELVES

1 PLINTH

1800mmH

4 REVERSIBLE SHELVES

1 PLINTH

1800mmH

5 REVERSIBLE SHELVES

1 PLINTH

ADDITIONAL HEIGHTS

Add +125mm to post heights to allow for the wheel
*Number of shelves: including one display shelf

MOBILE HEIGHTS

+125mm Height
Wheels add an additional 125mm to the overall unit height.

SLIMLINE OPTIONS

Slimline Expressions Library Book Shelving - Raeco Australia

SINGLE SIDED

Shown with optional bottom shelf overlay

DOUBLE SIDED

Shown without optional bottom shelf overlay

DOUBLE SIDED MOBILE

Shown with optional bottom shelf overlay

HALF TOP

Half top reduces shadows and provides better line of sight.

FULL TOP

Full top creates a fully boxed finish.

SLATWALL BAY ENDS AVAILABLE

Slatwall provides opportunity to fill this space with books adding visual interest and significantly improving loan potential.

REVERSIBLE SHELF SYSTEM

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL

Reversible shelves can be transformed from flat to face out display. To adjust shelving heights, insert stainless steel mounting pins into pre-drilled holes and secure shelf.

PINS

Expressions units are supplied with stainless steel mounting pins to secure shelves. Place four pins into the appropriate holes and slot the shelves on top.

Accessories

REVERSIBLE METAL SHELF

Reverse the shelf to transform from flat to face out display.

Book capacity*

5-6 – Face out display
40
– Spine out display

0.9 – Lineal metres

MINI DISPLAY SHELF

Designed for smaller books and DVD display.

5-6 – Face out display

0.8 – Lineal metres

REVERSIBLE METAL SHELF

Reverse the shelf to transform from flat to face out display.

Book capacity*

5-6 – Face out display
40
 – Face out display

0.9 – Lineal metres

WEDGES & BOXES

Y-CONFIG MOBILE

An infill designed for creating 3-way shelving configurations. Can be colour matched to shelving to create a seamless finish.

*Double sided shelving only.

Y-CONFIG STATIC

An infill designed for creating 3-way shelving configurations. Can be colour matched to shelving to create a seamless finish.

*Double sided shelving only.

CORNER BOXES

Designed as room corner infills. Can be colour matched to shelving to create a seamless finish.

*Single sided shelving only.

shelving shapers

Shelving shapers enable you to create contours and curves. Fabricated from acoustic panel, a textured material popular for its noise absorption properties.

Available for all shelving heights, in three angles that allow you to adjust shelving curve. 

* Installation required- shaper is fixed to one bay only.

Colour Options

TIMBER LOOK

Laminex applied to E0 rated MDF. Standard thickness – 18mm & 25mm. 33mm available.

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NEUTRALS

Laminex applied to E0 rated MDF. Standard thickness – 18mm & 25mm. 33mm available.

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solid colours

Laminex applied to E0 rated MDF. Standard thickness – 18mm & 25mm. 33mm available.

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ABS EDGING

ABS edging is available in every laminate colour, this page showcases our most popular colours. Match your edging to your table top or add visual interest with contrasting colours. Standard thickness – 18mm & 25mm. 33mm available.

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POWDER COATS

We apply at 0.70 microns which is the optimum thickness for durability. Our range includes contemporary colours that suit a wide range of libraries. Due to printing and screen variations, please use these colours as a guide only. 

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