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Steel Swing Door Cabinet

Steel Swing Door Archive Cabinet with Adjustable Shelves

This steel archive storage cabinet combines front-opening swing doors, adjustable shelves and lockable enclosed storage for folders, binders, archive boxes and controlled office records. Cabinet dimensions, shelf arrangement, lock configuration, color and export packing are confirmed according to the project.

Steel archive storage cabinet with swing doors and adjustable shelves
Direct-access document storage
Swing doors provide direct access to the cabinet interior where sufficient front clearance is available. Shelf spacing and cabinet dimensions should follow the stored document format.
1,800–2,000 mm Typical height reference
4–6 shelves Common adjustable configuration
30–80 kg Typical shelf-load reference
KD or assembled Selected by shipment plan
Buyer Quick Guide

What to confirm before selecting a swing door archive cabinet

The correct configuration depends on the stored documents, available room clearance, required shelf capacity, security level and export method.

01

Document Format

Confirm folders, binders, archive boxes, manuals or other stored items before setting internal depth and shelf spacing.

02

Front Clearance

Swing doors require usable opening space in front of the cabinet. Check aisle width and nearby furniture before selection.

03

Shelf Loading

Provide expected load per shelf so the steel thickness, support structure and reinforcement can be confirmed.

04

Security Level

Specify whether the cabinet is used for normal office records or documents requiring controlled lockable access.

05

Cabinet Quantity

Single cabinets, continuous wall rows and larger archive-room projects may require different layout and packing arrangements.

06

Shipment Method

Knock-down construction can reduce shipping volume, while assembled cabinets reduce on-site assembly work.

Product Overview

Lockable steel document storage for active office and archive records

A steel archive storage cabinet with swing doors provides enclosed organization for frequently used records in offices, government departments, schools, libraries, hospitals and enterprise document centers.

The cabinet may be installed individually or arranged in continuous wall rows. Adjustable shelf positions allow the internal space to accommodate different document heights, while the enclosed steel body helps reduce dust exposure and provides controlled access compared with open shelving.

A4 and letter-size files
Ring binders and box files
Contracts and financial records
Personnel and student files
Technical manuals and documents
Archive boxes and mixed records
Adjustable shelves inside steel archive storage cabinet

Adjustable shelf spacing for different document heights

Shelf spacing should follow the actual binder, folder or archive-box dimensions rather than relying only on the external cabinet size.

Product Construction

Steel Archive Storage Cabinet Construction and Key Features

01

Steel cabinet body

Cold-rolled steel panels form the main cabinet structure. Folded edges and reinforcement are selected according to cabinet dimensions and required loading.

02

Swing door structure

Front-opening steel doors provide direct access to the internal storage width where sufficient door-opening clearance is available.

03

Adjustable shelves

Shelf levels can be repositioned according to binder height, archive-box dimensions and document classification requirements.

04

Lock and handle

Lock and handle configuration is confirmed according to project access requirements and selected cabinet construction.

05

Powder-coated surface

Surface pretreatment and powder coating provide a clean indoor finish and practical protection for daily office and archive use.

Specification Logic

Cabinet dimensions alone do not define the final specification

For a steel archive storage cabinet, stored-item size, shelf loading, door clearance, lock control, construction method and export packing should be reviewed together.

Steel archive storage cabinet installed for office document storage
Reference Specifications

Preliminary technical range for project discussion

The following values are reference ranges for preliminary selection. Final dimensions, steel thickness, shelf loading, lock type, color and packing of each steel archive storage cabinet should be confirmed against the actual project requirement.

Project confirmation required
Send the required cabinet size, stored document type, shelf quantity, expected loading, quantity and destination so the final configuration can be confirmed before production.
Product type
Steel swing door archive cabinet
Material
Cold-rolled steel with powder-coated surface
Typical height
Approximately 1,800–2,000 mm
Typical width
Approximately 800–1,000 mm
Typical depth
Approximately 350–500 mm
Steel thickness
Commonly 0.6–1.2 mm depending on component position and structural requirement
Shelf quantity
Commonly 4–6 adjustable shelves
Shelf loading
Approximately 30–80 kg per shelf depending on shelf design and support structure
Door structure
Front-opening steel swing doors
Lock options
Mechanical lock, master-key arrangement or other project-confirmed option
Construction
Knock-down or assembled according to shipment and installation plan
Color
Standard or project-specified powder-coating color
Packaging
Protective material, reinforced carton, pallet or project-specific export packing
Project Configuration

Configuration options for different purchasing requirements

Final options depend on the selected structure, order quantity and confirmed production requirements.

Dimensions

Cabinet Size

Height, width and depth can be reviewed according to document dimensions and available room space.

Internal Storage

Shelf Quantity & Spacing

Shelf levels can be arranged around binders, folders, archive boxes and mixed document sizes.

Structure

Steel Thickness

Different cabinet components may use different sheet thicknesses according to their structural role.

Access Control

Lock Configuration

Lock selection can be discussed according to normal office storage or controlled document access requirements.

Appearance

Powder-Coating Color

Standard colors or project-specified finishes can be discussed according to the purchasing requirement.

Export

KD or Assembled

Construction method can be selected around container utilization, destination handling and installation requirements.

Product Fit

When should you choose a swing door steel cabinet?

This product is suitable when a project requires independent enclosed cabinets, straightforward document access and sufficient front clearance for door operation.

Daily office records Suitable for files accessed regularly by departments or administrative staff.
Independent cabinet security Useful where documents need to be divided and controlled by cabinet, department or access level.
Wall-row installation Multiple cabinets can be arranged along usable wall space in offices and archive rooms.
Moderate storage density Suitable where convenient independent access is more important than maximum floor-space density.
Higher-density archive rooms For centralized storage where floor-space efficiency is the primary requirement, compare mobile shelving systems →
Other archive cabinet structures For sliding-door, glass-door and other cabinet types, see the archive storage cabinet overview →
Application Areas

Steel archive storage cabinet applications for active and controlled records

Swing door cabinets are commonly used where documents need enclosed storage, straightforward daily access and independent cabinet-level control.

Export Packaging

Packing method matched to cabinet construction and shipment conditions

The final packing method for each steel archive storage cabinet should be confirmed according to cabinet construction, order quantity, transport route and destination handling conditions.

Surface Protection

Protective material helps reduce rubbing, dust and surface damage during handling.

Panel Protection

Foam and edge protection can be used around vulnerable cabinet components.

Carton / Pallet

Reinforced cartons, pallets or other export packing can be selected according to shipment requirements.

Package Identification

Package numbers and product identification support receiving, sorting and installation.

RFQ Checklist

Information required for a practical cabinet quotation

If the final specification is not yet confirmed, send the stored-item type, room condition and required quantity first. The remaining details can then be reviewed around the project.

Required cabinet dimensions
Stored document or archive-box type
Required shelf quantity
Expected shelf loading
Lock requirement
Steel thickness requirement, if specified
Required color and finish
Order quantity
KD or assembled preference
Destination country and packing requirement
Buyer Questions

Steel Archive Storage Cabinet FAQ

These answers support preliminary purchasing decisions. Final cabinet dimensions, steel thickness, shelf loading and lock configuration should be confirmed against the actual order specification.

What is a steel archive storage cabinet?

A steel archive storage cabinet is an enclosed document cabinet manufactured primarily from steel sheet. This version uses front-opening swing doors and adjustable internal shelves for files, binders, archive boxes and controlled office records.

What material is used for the cabinet?

The cabinet is generally manufactured from cold-rolled steel sheet with a powder-coated surface. Final steel thickness depends on cabinet dimensions, structural position and required loading.

Are the shelves adjustable?

Yes. Adjustable shelf supports can be used so the internal spacing can be changed according to binders, files, archive boxes and other stored materials.

How much front clearance is required for swing doors?

The required clearance depends on cabinet width, door structure and room layout. Door-opening space should therefore be checked before the cabinet arrangement is finalized.

Can the cabinet be supplied with a lock?

Yes. Lock configuration can be confirmed according to the project. Standard mechanical locking and other selected access-control arrangements can be discussed.

What cabinet sizes are available?

Typical reference dimensions are approximately 1,800–2,000 mm high, 800–1,000 mm wide and 350–500 mm deep. Final dimensions should be confirmed according to the project.

How much weight can each shelf hold?

Typical reference loading may be approximately 30–80 kg per shelf depending on steel thickness, shelf design and support structure. Required loading should be confirmed before production.

Can the cabinet be supplied in knock-down construction?

Yes. Knock-down construction can reduce transport volume. Final construction and packing should be selected according to order quantity, destination and installation conditions.

When should mobile shelving be selected instead?

Mobile shelving is generally more suitable when a project requires substantially higher storage density and centralized archive management within limited floor space.

Project-Based Quotation

Need a steel archive storage cabinet quotation?

Send the cabinet dimensions, stored document type, shelf quantity, expected loading, lock requirement, color, quantity, packing preference and destination country. SAS will confirm the quotation basis according to the selected swing door cabinet configuration.

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