When the time comes to renovate your pharmacy, the materials you use matter. The pharmacy casework and shelving supports the business’s function and organization, as well as how your customers perceive your pharmacy. Here’s what to look for in your shelving to set your space up for success.

A Guide to Choosing Pharmacy Casework & Shelving

The Importance of Quality

Your pharmacy’s fixtures are significant investments, and you should be prepared to truly invest in them. If you make the mistake of buying cheap materials, they will cost you in the long term. Customers can tell when shelving is cheap, and since this is what they see when they walk in, it will form their impression about your business. This may make the difference about whether they choose to return as a patron again.

Cheap materials also will not last, so you’ll have to shut down again in a few years to replace your already deteriorating shelving. High-end fixtures, on the other hand, can easily last for decades and remain in beautiful condition over the years. Once you make your renovation, you won’t need to do it again for a long time.

Features to Consider

Find a balance between function and aesthetics. Functional shelving allows you to keep items organized, which is especially vital for the front of your pharmacy, where customers will find goods themselves. If you use too many sharp angles or stylish designs, they’ll have difficulty finding what they need. Choose a design that is simple and looks contemporary.

Flexibility also ensures that your shelving will meet your needs as your layout changes over time. On the back end, use tilted shelving in your cabinets that offers visibility, maximizes workflow, and moves between different-sized products. Also, lay any new flooring before installing pharmacy casework to ensure you can move displays later, if needed.

Midwest Medical Systems sells high-quality pharmacy casework and shelving at reasonable prices in Dayton, OH. This family-owned and -operated pharmacy solutions company works with top-of-the-line manufacturers to provide you with over 250 models of casework, pharmacy refrigerators, and more. See their products online, and call (800) 762-7722 to begin designing your new space.