Cambro Camshelving Basics Plus 5 Tier Shelving Starter Unit

The Cambro Camshelving Basics Plus is a five-tier freestanding shelving unit constructed from a composite plastic material. It is designed to provide reliable, corrosion-free storage in commercial kitchen environments where moisture, cleaning chemicals, and temperature fluctuation are routine. This is a starter unit, meaning it includes the posts and shelves required to stand alone — additional units can typically be added alongside it using add-on components where a longer run of shelving is needed.

In day-to-day kitchen use, plastic shelving of this type performs particularly well in wet and cold areas: walk-in refrigerators, dishwash rooms, prep areas, and storerooms where metal shelving would corrode or require ongoing maintenance. The composite material does not rust, does not require painting or coating, and will not transfer taint or odour to stored goods. It holds up well under the sustained, heavy use typical of a busy food service operation.

From a practical standpoint, operators tend to value this kind of shelving for a few clear reasons:

• The shelf plates are dishwasher safe, making thorough cleaning straightforward without dismantling the whole unit
• The plastic surface wipes down quickly between full cleans, reducing time spent on hygiene compliance
• No corrosion risk means a longer serviceable life in humid or wet kitchen zones
• Lightweight construction makes repositioning or reconfiguring the unit manageable without specialist help

Because this is a freestanding unit with no electrical, gas, or water requirements, installation is simply a matter of positioning and assembly. It is worth considering the floor surface — levelling feet or matting may be needed on uneven floors to keep the unit stable under load. For sites needing wall-to-wall shelving coverage or very high load capacities, heavier-duty shelving systems may be a more appropriate choice.

This unit suits small to medium catering operations, cafés, school kitchens, and hospitality back-of-house areas where corrosion-resistant, easy-clean storage is needed without the cost of a full stainless steel shelving installation. It works equally well in ambient storerooms and refrigerated environments.

If you are fitting out a larger storage area or are unsure whether this unit fits your layout and load requirements, our team is happy to talk it through with you.