Lockers have moved from the back of house into the heart of the workplace. In offices where people share desks, they are used every day, often several times a day, so a little regular care goes a long way. Here are the checks we recommend to keep office lockers and storage walls looking good and working smoothly.
Clean with the right products
Wipe doors and carcasses with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner. Avoid harsh solvents and scouring pads, which can damage laminate, painted and veneered finishes. Pay attention to handles and keypads, which see the most contact, and dry surfaces afterwards so moisture doesn't sit on edges.
Check hinges and door alignment
Doors that drop, rub or don't close properly are usually a sign that hinge screws have loosened. Tightening them early prevents wear on the door and carcass. If screws have pulled through the material, a hinge reinforcing plate set restores a firm fixing, and replacement single and double hinge sets are available if a hinge is damaged.
Keep locks working smoothly
Test locks regularly, especially on lockers that aren't used often. A stiff lock is easier to deal with before it fails. Make sure facilities teams know where master keys are kept, and keep a simple record of which lockers are allocated to whom.
Have a plan for lost keys and forgotten codes
Lost keys and forgotten combination codes are the most common locker issues in any office. Keeping a master key for combination locks or a few spare key and core sets on hand means a locker can be back in use the same day, rather than waiting for a part.
Don't overload shelves
Encourage users to spread weight evenly and avoid overloading shelves and coat rails. Check that shelf pegs are fully seated, and replace any that are bent or missing; spare peg sets are available for both steel and MFC shelves.
Refresh between users
When a locker changes hands, take the opportunity to clean it, check the lock and hinges, reset any code and confirm all shelves and rails are in place. It makes a good impression on the new user and keeps small issues from building up.
A few minutes of care, and lockers will keep working as hard as the people who use them.
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