The Complete Guide to IMC’s Security Wall Cabinet
Correctional equipment, otherwise known as security equipment, is an integral part of any facility where equipment must meet strict guidelines to always keep staff & inmates safe. They are mostly found in prisons, but they can exist in other areas such as detention centers. We’re here today to shed some light on a particular product – Model #OC-SEC, IMC’s wall cabinet configured with a correctional package.
In this article, we’ll go over all the features & benefits of IMC’s correctional equipment, in particular the security wall cabinet. Let’s start.
What’s So Special About Correctional Equipment?
Let’s start with the basics – all equipment with a correctional package must be durable, with no exposed parts that can be broken off, stolen or used as a weapon. To take it further, here’s five necessary features of any correctional stainless steel equipment:
- All-Welded Construction: All items must have welded joints and/or hinges.
- Heavy Duty Stainless Steel: Lower gauge stainless steel is necessary (14GA being the most common but can vary).
- Stationary/Flanged Legs Plus Fixed Shelves: All equipment must be bolted to the floor & all shelves must be held in place.
- Tamper Proof Screws: Special screws are needed with a unique screwdriver.
- Locks: If your product has doors, it will require locks.
So, What About the Security Wall Cabinet?
Model #OC-SEC, in general, has the following features:
- Slanted Top: To discourage storing of items on top of a cabinet.
- Welded Hinges: No hinges can be broken off & potentially be used as a weapon.
- Mesh Covering: A see-through mesh covering is used on the 14GA double pan doors for easy visibility of stored items.
- Fixed Shelves: (3) fixed shelves are found in the interior & not able to be adjusted. These shelves come bare, but they can be optionally outfitted with hooks to hang smaller items.
- Locks: All doors have locks for the best security possible.
Aside from the above, Model #OC-SEC comes in 2 standard sizes: 12”W x 18”L x 36”H (1 door) & 12”W x 36”L x 36”H (2 doors). Custom sizes are also available upon request. No matter what size wall cabinet you choose, the gauge of the body still remains at 18. Here’s a visual look to put it all into perspective:
Overall, correction equipment is made for the long term, so the construction & features adhere to this. It is crucial to select equipment that will 100% follow all correctional & safety guidelines before they are put into use. For a closer look at our security product lineup, click here.
