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How To Evaluate the Quality of Filing Cabinets

There are several factors when evaluating and buying a filing cabinet. The first thing you need to decide is what kind of a file cabinet best suits you needs and office space, e.g. vertical type or lateral type cabinet or perhaps compactus filing system would be the best choice. Another aspect to consider is the material; metal or wood file cabinet?

The first area to examine is the suspension system or tracks that hold the drawers. Obviously, the drawers should glide smoothly when opening and closing.

High quality office filing cabinets are fitted with an anti-tilt mechanism that prevents cabinet from tipping over. This is an internal locking devices that allows only one drawer to be open at the time.