Hands-Free Wall-Mounted Utility Shelf for Healthcare & Laboratory Environments

The Wall-Mounted Fold-Down Shelf is the only hands-free utility shelf designed for healthcare and laboratory environments—featuring foot-pedal operation that allows opening without hand contact, fold-down design that saves space when not in use, and 120 lb capacity with non-slip surface for secure equipment placement in sterile and contamination-sensitive environments.

Why Fold-Down Shelf is the Hands-Free Healthcare Solution

• Hands-Free Foot-Pedal Operation: Open and close shelf with foot pedal—maintains sterile hand hygiene in healthcare and lab environments
• Space-Saving Fold-Down Design: Folds flat against wall when not in use—maximizes limited space in exam rooms, labs, and patient areas
• 120 lb Weight Capacity: Heavy-duty construction supports medical equipment, lab instruments, and supplies securely
• Non-Slip Surface: Textured platform prevents equipment from sliding—critical for expensive medical and lab equipment
• 30+ Years Trusted: Proven reliability in thousands of healthcare facilities, laboratories, and sterile environments worldwide

Clinical Benefits for Healthcare & Laboratory Environments

Healthcare and laboratory environments require maintaining sterile hand hygiene while managing equipment and supplies. Traditional shelves require hand contact that compromises sterility or forces awkward positioning. The Fold-Down Shelf's foot-pedal operation allows opening and closing without hand contact, maintaining sterile technique during procedures. The fold-down design saves critical space in crowded exam rooms, patient areas, and laboratories where every square foot matters. The 120 lb capacity and non-slip surface provide secure placement for expensive medical equipment, lab instruments, and supplies.

Trusted by Healthcare Professionals

Recommended by infection control specialists, facility managers, and healthcare ergonomists for maintaining sterile technique, maximizing space efficiency, and providing secure equipment placement. The Fold-Down Shelf is the standard hands-free utility solution in hospitals, medical clinics, dental offices, laboratories, and any environment where sterile hand hygiene and space efficiency are critical.

Who It's Built For

Essential for hospitals, medical clinics, dental offices, laboratories, veterinary clinics, and any healthcare or sterile environment requiring hands-free equipment placement. Ideal for exam rooms with limited space, surgical prep areas requiring sterile technique, laboratories handling contamination-sensitive materials, or dental operatories needing convenient equipment access. Perfect for facilities implementing infection control protocols, space-constrained medical environments, or any setting where maintaining hand sterility while managing equipment is critical.

Technical Specifications

• Hands-free foot-pedal operation (open and close without hand contact)
• Fold-down design (folds flat against wall when not in use)
• Weight capacity: 120 lbs (supports medical equipment and supplies)
• Shelf dimensions: 18" W × 12" D (ample equipment space)
• Non-slip textured surface (prevents equipment sliding)
• Heavy-duty steel construction
• Wall-mounted installation (saves floor space)
• Smooth operation mechanism (quiet opening and closing)
• Durable powder-coat finish (easy to clean and disinfect)
• Mounting hardware included
• Color: White or gray (healthcare-appropriate finishes)
• Weight: 6.5 lbs
• 5-year warranty
• Made in Canada (ergoCentric quality)

What's Included

• Wall-Mounted Fold-Down Shelf
• Foot-pedal mechanism
• Wall mounting hardware
• Installation instructions
• Weight capacity guidelines

Hands-Free Foot-Pedal Operation - Critical for Sterile Environments

The foot-pedal mechanism allows opening and closing the shelf without hand contact:

• Maintains Sterile Technique: No hand contact preserves sterile hand hygiene during procedures
• Prevents Contamination: Eliminates hand-to-surface contact that spreads pathogens
• Convenient Operation: Simple foot press opens shelf—hands remain free for equipment
• Infection Control Compliant: Supports healthcare facility infection control protocols
• Reduces Cross-Contamination: Minimizes touch points in contamination-sensitive environments

Space-Saving Fold-Down Design

The fold-down mechanism provides critical space efficiency:

• Folds Flat: Shelf folds completely flat against wall when not in use
• Maximizes Space: Reclaims floor and wall space in crowded medical environments
• Reduces Clutter: Eliminates permanent shelf obstruction in small rooms
• Flexible Use: Deploy shelf only when needed, fold away when not in use
• Improves Traffic Flow: Folded position doesn't obstruct movement in tight spaces

120 lb Weight Capacity - Heavy-Duty Construction

The robust steel construction supports substantial weight:

• Medical Equipment: Supports monitors, diagnostic equipment, and medical devices
• Lab Instruments: Holds microscopes, centrifuges, and laboratory equipment
• Supply Storage: Accommodates medical supplies, instrument trays, and materials
• Multiple Items: Capacity allows placing multiple pieces of equipment simultaneously
• Safety Margin: Heavy-duty construction provides confidence for expensive equipment

Non-Slip Surface - Equipment Security

The textured platform surface prevents equipment from sliding:

• Secure Placement: Equipment stays in position without sliding or tipping
• Protects Expensive Equipment: Prevents damage from sliding or falling
• Vibration Resistance: Textured surface maintains grip during equipment operation
• Easy Cleaning: Non-slip texture doesn't interfere with disinfection protocols

Perfect for Healthcare & Laboratory Applications

• Hospital Exam Rooms: Hands-free equipment access during patient examinations
• Surgical Prep Areas: Maintain sterile technique while managing instruments
• Dental Operatories: Convenient equipment placement without hand contamination
• Medical Laboratories: Contamination-free equipment handling in sterile environments
• Veterinary Clinics: Hands-free operation during animal examinations and procedures
• Research Labs: Sterile equipment placement in contamination-sensitive research
• Cleanrooms: Minimize touch points in controlled environments

Installation Guide

Wall mounting requires basic tools and takes 30-45 minutes:

1. Locate wall studs for secure mounting (required for 120 lb capacity)
2. Mark mounting holes using included template
3. Drill pilot holes and install mounting brackets
4. Attach shelf unit to wall brackets
5. Install foot-pedal mechanism at floor level
6. Test operation and adjust as needed

Professional installation recommended for healthcare facilities to ensure proper weight capacity and safety compliance.

Easy to Clean & Disinfect

The powder-coat finish and smooth surfaces allow easy cleaning with standard healthcare disinfectants:

• Disinfectant Compatible: Surface withstands bleach, alcohol, and hospital-grade disinfectants
• Smooth Surfaces: No crevices or joints that trap contaminants
• Quick Wipe-Down: Simple surface cleaning between uses
• Infection Control Compliant: Meets healthcare facility cleaning protocols

Why Fold-Down Shelf vs. Fixed Shelves

Choose Fold-Down Shelf if you: Need hands-free operation for sterile technique, have limited space requiring fold-away design, work in healthcare or laboratory environment, need infection control compliance, want space efficiency with on-demand deployment.

Choose Fixed Shelf if you: Don't need hands-free operation, have ample space for permanent shelf, don't require sterile technique, prefer traditional shelf design, use shelf constantly without need to fold away.

Smooth Operation Mechanism

The precision-engineered mechanism provides smooth, quiet operation:

• Quiet Opening: Smooth mechanism doesn't disturb patients or procedures
• Controlled Closing: Gentle closing prevents slamming or noise
• Reliable Operation: Mechanism maintains smooth function through thousands of cycles
• No Maintenance: Self-lubricating mechanism requires no adjustment or maintenance

Compliance & Safety

The Fold-Down Shelf meets healthcare facility requirements:

• Weight Capacity Tested: 120 lb capacity tested and certified for safety
• Infection Control Compatible: Design supports facility infection control protocols
• Durable Construction: Heavy-duty steel withstands intensive healthcare use
• Safety Margin: Conservative capacity rating ensures safe equipment placement

Maintenance & Care

Wipe shelf surface with healthcare-approved disinfectants between uses. Check mounting hardware periodically and tighten if needed. The foot-pedal mechanism is maintenance-free—no lubrication or adjustment required. The durable powder-coat finish maintains appearance through years of daily cleaning and disinfection.

Premium Quality—Made in Canada

Manufactured by ergoCentric in Canada with heavy-duty steel construction and precision foot-pedal mechanism. Each Fold-Down Shelf is backed by 5-year warranty and designed for years of intensive healthcare use. ergoCentric has been the trusted provider of healthcare ergonomic solutions since 1990.

Investment in Sterile Technique & Space Efficiency

The Fold-Down Shelf provides unique benefits that fixed shelves cannot match—hands-free foot-pedal operation maintains sterile technique, fold-down design maximizes space efficiency, 120 lb capacity supports medical equipment securely, and non-slip surface protects expensive equipment. Whether you're implementing infection control protocols, maximizing limited space in medical environments, or seeking hands-free equipment placement for sterile procedures, the Fold-Down Shelf delivers healthcare-grade solutions with 30+ years of proven reliability.

Free shipping on orders over $99. 5-year warranty. Made in Canada. Hands-free foot-pedal operation. 120 lb capacity. Non-slip surface. Space-saving fold-down design.