Small parts storage Add-A-Drawer (Integrated Plastics) - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Jester
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: October 11, 2021, 07:40:31 am
content: These Add-A-Drawer bins were very popular at pretty much every company that I worked at over the last 40 ish years. It looks like they don’t make them anymore so I have been searching for some used ones or a source for something similar that is available.What makes these really handy is that each bin shell interlocks with the others, so you can make any sized array and simply add a column or row as needed, or make odd shapes for example I have used these along the wall in a closet under a stair case so the bins follow the contour of the stringers.There was a decent supply of these at a surplus shop in Toronto, however the last time I inquired about purchasing a small batch, the owner stated someone came in a purchased every last one, he did have a few of the larger 4” bins however I was looking for the smaller 2” x 2.5” bins.So does anyone have a source?

author: Questor
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: November 03, 2021, 02:07:18 pm
content: I'd be interested in the 4' add-a-drawer. Can you give me the contact details for the Toronto Surplus Outlet please?

author: Jester
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 06, 2021, 11:50:28 am
content: Quote from: Questor on November 03, 2021, 02:07:18 pmA1 Electronics on North Queen, either Glen or Jane can help you. Really cool place to visit if your into electronics.https://www.a1parts.com/If you do a google search and then click on see photos you can get a feel for the place. Great place to go when you need some oddball part and don't want to wait.Many rows like this:

author: boffin
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 12, 2022, 07:15:37 pm
content: Agreed, Add-A-Drawer are the best, but unfortunately Integrated Plastics that made them are out of businessWish I could find more, I do keep an eye on Craigslist/FB Marketplace

author: TimFox
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 12, 2022, 07:56:58 pm
content: Googling for Integrated Plastics Add-A-Drawer comes up with listings labeled "discontinued".However, I found a somewhat similar product:https://www.scnindustrial.com/product/quantum-storage-system-interlocking-storage-cabinet-qic-161-grey-cd627There are other manufacturers make products called "Add-A-Drawer" which are drawer assemblies to install under a desk, not useful for your application.

author: boffin
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 13, 2022, 06:17:52 pm
content: Unfortunately; no one picked up the reigns and ran with their old products (which were superb)https://www.plasticsnews.com/article/20050718/NEWS/307189987/bankrupt-integrated-shuts-doors

author: thm_w
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 15, 2022, 12:31:59 am
content: Similar ish chinese version:https://www.ebay.ca/itm/174610130713But the drawers are hard plastic.Some of the replacement drawers can be purchased:https://www.staniosindustrial.com/Akro_Mils_20702_Drawer_for_10124_126_144_p/05a20702.htmSo you could do that and 3D print the outer part. But at that price, hard to say if its worth it.

author: boffin
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: March 04, 2022, 08:46:05 pm
content: Sometimes the Craigslist gods just smile on you. I was looking for more IP Add-A-Drawers; and stumbled on this, complete with the contents... "price FREE"-- I gave him $40, told him to buy some beer, or donate to the Red Cross for Ukraine/Syrian refugees.