Wall mount panel for bins that isn't expensive?

[AceofSpad3s]

I have a bunch of the akro mills type bins that are supposed to be able put on louvered panels, but not the mounting system. HF sells those cheap parts racks for $25 with the bins that has a mount for them, but if I try and source something like that by itself, it is very expensive. https://www.amazon.com/Akro-Mils-30136-Louvered-Mounting-AkroBins/dp/B003BT4G8Y?tag=atomicindus08-20
Does anyone know of any cheaper options? Don't want to spend $100 to put up some $1 bins if I have an option.

 

[nadogail]

French Cleats have solved many mounting issues.

 

[BTL-A4]

Here's a few ideas:


For option 1 bend a srtip of metal to the profile shown and bolt it to the wall

For option 2 use a straight strip of metal and some sort of spacer and bolt that to the wall.

 

[Firebrick43]

Offf, I bought several of those just a few years ago for around 25$ a piece.

I have been thinking about trying the wall control peg boards, they are $24 for a panel a little larger
https://www.wallcontrol.com/16in-x-...zed-metal-pegboard-tool-board-panel-metallic/

And the bars are $5
https://www.wallcontrol.com/14in-slotted-metal-pegboard-accessory-hanger-blue/

Lot more flexibility.

 

[micromind]

I have mine mounted on electrical DIN rails.

Bolts all sizes up to 6", no problems with it.

 

[The Cobbler]

Here's a few ideas:


For option 1 bend a srtip of metal to the profile shown and bolt it to the wall

For option 2 use a straight strip of metal and some sort of spacer and bolt that to the wall.

option 2 is a very easy, low skill. low cost option

 

[Youngandfree]

I have a bunch of the akro mills type bins that are supposed to be able put on louvered panels, but not the mounting system. HF sells those cheap parts racks for $25 with the bins that has a mount for them, but if I try and source something like that by itself, it is very expensive. https://www.amazon.com/Akro-Mils-30136-Louvered-Mounting-AkroBins/dp/B003BT4G8Y?tag=atomicindus08-20
Does anyone know of any cheaper options? Don't want to spend $100 to put up some $1 bins if I have an option.

These are $25 each

Storage Systems for Parts Bins | Wall Mounted Louvered Panel | DC Graves

Looking for a way to clear space while adding storage? Check out our wall mounted louvered panel measuring 18' x 36' for your parts and material storage needs! (Bins sold separately)

www.dcgraves.com

 

[kbuhagiar]

These are $25 each

Storage Systems for Parts Bins | Wall Mounted Louvered Panel | DC Graves

Looking for a way to clear space while adding storage? Check out our wall mounted louvered panel measuring 18' x 36' for your parts and material storage needs! (Bins sold separately)

www.dcgraves.com

Ummm...look a little more closely.
Shipping for that item is $104.00

 

[vwpieces]

Offf, I bought several of those just a few years ago for around 25$ a piece.

Yeah 4 Pack
Ordered on September 25, 2023 as AWD.


And a one pack


Yet another order but back in 2018 for retail.


But todays retail is absurd.

Edit: And forgot this one, also AWD

 

[rharman]

Have you tried asking Akro if they sell the plastic rails separately?

 

[southalabama]

I’ve seen those metal shelf brackets used.

Think I saw it here but my Google foo isn’t working tonight

What's on your walls? Neat storage ideas!

Ok, I did a search for air tool storage several different ways, but all I came up with was a bunch of cabinets and shelving. I would like to see those trick solutions you came up with. Simple and cheap are always better. Those really troublesome items are great, too. Here are a few of mine...

www.garagejournal.com

Whoops wrong thread.

Found it

My Akro type bin solution - homemade mount track

So I know everyone here loves the Akro type bins. I am no exception. In my previous garage I had them all over the place, wherever I could find room. Some were hung with factory plastic track and some on homemade metal rack. I even had a bunch of bins that weren't in use due to lack of space...

www.garagejournal.com

 

[Youngandfree]

Ummm...look a little more closely.
Shipping for that item is $104.00

No reason for me to add to the cart and see that.

 

[WhoWhatNow]

I will second DIN rails. They are available pretty cheap on Amazon.

 

[rayra]

Cmon people. All the OP needs is some flat strips of metal screwed to the wall studs with some fender washers behind it as spacers. Metal strips of a thickness suitable to hanging the AKRO bins. Which IIRC is <1/8".
And most 'big box' hardware stores have racks of metals to pick from. Although their prices these days are terribly high.

 

[rharman]

Cmon people. All the OP needs is some flat strips of metal screwed to the wall studs with some fender washers behind it as spacers. Metal strips of a thickness suitable to hanging the AKRO bins. Which IIRC is <1/8".
And most 'big box' hardware stores have racks of metals to pick from. Although their prices these days are terribly high.

The plastic rails that came with my Akro stuff are probably right at 1/16" and have a sharp edge to them - likely to aid in sliding the bins on.

HD & Lowes have stupid high prices on their metal/aluminum items. I rarely need steel and I'm lucky to have a really good aluminum supply house nearby.

 

[paulsomlo]

I will second DIN rails. They are available pretty cheap on Amazon.

I checked the fit - they work, but the lip doesn't have enough length to fully seat in the bin's recess.

 

[johnre]

While we're on the subject, does anyone know what the row-to-row spacing is supposed to be?

There are many different size Akro-Mils bins available, and I'm sure there's there's a common increment to the vertical size such that, with the correct spacing, they all can fit on a given panel.