Tenant & Industrial Storage Lockers Guide
Key Takeaways
- Cogan builds six locker families: single tier, double tier, hanging, sheet metal tenant lockers, industrial lockers and TA-50 gear lockers.
- Wire mesh construction (2" x 2" welded mesh, structural angle frames) keeps contents visible, ventilated and maintenance-free.
- Tenant lockers are designed for the condominium industry — freestanding, with-roof or floor-to-ceiling, assembled with simple hand tools.
- Hanging lockers turn the unused space above parked cars into secure storage (6'x3'x2' up to 8'x4'x3' interiors).
- Industrial lockers run from 3'H x 1'W x 1'D to 10'H x 4'W x 5'D with up to 4 compartments; TA-50 lockers serve military and fire-station gear.
- Padlock hasps and door stoppers come standard across the range; custom sizes available.
Storage lockers are lockable steel compartments — most built from welded wire mesh — that give tenants, employees or crews individual secure storage inside a shared space. Cogan's locker range covers two worlds: tenant storage for condominiums and apartment buildings (basements and parking garages), and industrial storage for tools, equipment and gear in plants, warehouses, fire stations and military facilities. All assemble with simple hand tools and share the same logic: heavy-duty wire mesh that is wear-resistant, needs no maintenance, and keeps property in constant view while air circulates and light penetrates.
The six locker families at a glance
| Family | Best for | Key sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Single tier tenant | Condo basements — one full-height space per tenant | Posts 7'–8' (floor-to-ceiling 9'–12'); doors 3' to 4' wide |
| Double tier tenant | Twice the tenant spaces in the same footprint | Posts 7'0"–8'0"; doors 3'-6" to 4'-0" high, 2' to 4' wide |
| Hanging | Overhead space above parked cars | Interiors 6'W x 3'H x 2'D to 8'W x 4'H x 3'D, 2 sliding doors |
| Sheet metal tenant | Concealed storage — privacy over visibility | 16GA corrugated steel panels 7'–8' high, 3'–5' wide |
| Industrial | Tools, inventory, technician kits in plants and DCs | 3'H x 1'W x 1'D up to 10'H x 4'W x 5'D, up to 4 compartments |
| TA-50 gear | Military, fire station and locker-room gear | Posts 6'6"–8'0"; doors up to 4' wide, 7'-6" high |
Tenant storage: what condo boards should know
Cogan tenant lockers were designed for the condominium industry. The decisions that shape a project:
- Configuration — freestanding (no roof), freestanding with framed roof panels, or floor-to-ceiling posts (9' to 12') that close each locker from slab to deck. Rows run back-to-back, against walls, or as islands.
- Single vs. double tier — double tier stacks two compartments per footprint: the same 24-hour security without additional square feet.
- Mesh vs. sheet metal — open mesh lets security staff see contents and keeps below-grade rooms ventilated; sheet metal lockers (16-gauge corrugated panels with a mesh roof for airflow) conceal contents where privacy is the priority.
- Hardware — padlock hasps and door stoppers come standard; tenants bring their own locks.
Hanging lockers: storage where there was none
Hanging tenant lockers mount above parked cars — space every garage has and no one uses. Two models cover different ceilings: fully suspended (adjustable ceiling plates on 1 1/2" square-tube frames) and suspended with posts (adjustable foot plates). Both use two sliding doors with padlock hasps, galvanized mesh panels, and interior sizes from 6'W x 3'H x 2'D up to 8'W x 4'H x 3'D — enough for tires, bins and seasonal gear without touching the parking count.
Industrial lockers: tools, kits and equipment
Industrial storage lockers secure employee items, tools, inventory and specialized equipment in manufacturing facilities and distribution centers — including day-kit storage for outside technicians. Construction highlights:
- Framed 2" x 2" x 10GA mesh doors and side panels; galvanized mesh roof and back panels.
- Adjustable or fixed shelves in mesh or 16-gauge sheet metal; up to 4 compartments per unit.
- Raised support legs with a 2" sweep keep contents clear of floor water; floor-anchor or wall-mount via pre-punched holes.
- Standard sizes from 3'0"H x 1'0"W x 1'0"D up to 10'0"H x 4'0"W x 5'0"D, in a grey powder-coated finish.
TA-50 gear lockers: built for issued equipment
The TA-50 locker is sized for military gear — and equally at home in fire stations and locker rooms. Each unit includes a heavy-duty coat rod with four hooks plus upper and lower shelves (mesh or 16-gauge sheet metal). Security scales with the mesh: 2" x 2", 2" x 1" or 1" x 1" welded mesh options on doors and side panels. Raised legs provide a 6" sweep for cleaning underneath, and doors run up to 4' wide and 7'-6" high in single and double swing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are tenant storage lockers?
Welded wire mesh compartments installed in condo basements or garages, giving each resident lockable secure storage — ventilated, visible for security checks, and assembled with simple hand tools.
What is the difference between single tier and double tier lockers?
Single tier is one full-height space; double tier stacks two compartments per footprint — twice the tenant spaces without additional square feet.
What are hanging storage lockers?
Lockers mounted in the unused space above parked cars — fully suspended or post-supported, 6'x3'x2' up to 8'x4'x3' interiors with two sliding doors.
What is a TA-50 gear locker?
An open-mesh gear locker developed for military equipment — coat rod, four hooks, two shelves, mesh options up to 1"x1" for security — also used in fire stations and locker rooms.
Why wire mesh instead of solid steel lockers?
Visibility for security, airflow against mildew, light penetration and zero maintenance. Where privacy matters more, sheet metal tenant lockers conceal contents with a mesh roof for ventilation.
Outfitting a storage room or garage?
Send the room dimensions and unit count — Cogan will lay out the locker configuration that fits, with custom sizes available.
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