Top 3 Advantages of IMC Microwave Shelves
Microwaves are fundamental in any commercial kitchen. They are useful for rapidly warming up food & accomplishing your small prep tasks. But, the question of where to place your microwave has been a topic of debate. Carts & floor stands do exist, but microwave shelves offer far greater benefit over these. How so?
In this article, we’ll go over the top 3 advantages of utilizing a microwave shelf & give you a breakdown of IMC’s microwave shelf offering. Let’s jump right in.
1 – Microwave Shelves Are Ideal Space Savers
Your first instinct when positioning your microwave in a commercial kitchen is to just set it atop a counter & call it day. This can be a crucial mistake. The truth of the matter is countertop space is valuable & overall kitchen space should be treated like gold. Investing in a dedicated shelf can allow you to do other tasks on your countertop that were not possible before.
As mentioned earlier, carts & floor stands do exist for microwaves. However, these items can be bulky & get in the way. Not to mention, they can take up critical floor space, which can be a problem in high volume commercial kitchens.
2 – Microwave Shelves Are Versatile
In general, the goal of having wall shelves is to keep items off the floor & at a reachable level. Wall shelves can be mounted in a way that all important tools are at your fingertips. The same is true for microwaves. Having your microwave mounted on a dedicated wall shelf can increase your productivity & boost your operations dramatically.
Don’t let the name fool you though. Microwave shelves can also house some of your small ingredients, dishware & other tiny utensils for quick access.
3 – Microwave Shelves Are Durable
The strongest shelves are constructed from stainless steel. Stainless steel is able to withstand the day-in, day-out abuse all while being sanitary & non-corrosive.
Another striking feature of microwave shelves is that most are relatively small in size. Looks can be deceiving though. The standard carrying capacity of one is 200 lbs! This allows you to have your microwave in place plus a few other items that you’ll need at a moment’s notice.
IMC Model #MVS – A New Home for Your Microwave
Now that you know the benefits of a microwave shelf, let’s dive into IMC’s Model #MVS. MVS is constructed from durable 18-gauge type 300 series stainless steel. The unit has a 2” turn up at rear with 1½” down on (3) sides with ½” return at front. The shelf is available in 3 standard sizes:
- MVS-1824 – 18″W x 24″L
- MVS-2424 – 24″W x 24″L
- MVS-2436 – 24″W x 36″L
The shelf easily mounts to the wall using the built-in 16-gauge stainless steel brackets. Take a closer look at the unit below:
MVS ensures that your microwave is secure & steady when being used.
IMC/Teddy understands that maximizing your available space is vital in day-to-day kitchen operations. Installing a standalone shelf is an ideal solution that keeps your microwave accessible at all times. For a look at IMC’s microwave shelf, click here.