1. Introduction
The SYS-GRD Grid System is designed to eliminate "off-grid" storage. It allows you to take the standardized organizational power of Systainer³ Organizers and FORG3D SYS-ORG Bins and extend it to any flat surface, including shop cart drawers, tool chests, and Sortainer/Combi units.
By installing these grid plates, you create a modular foundation where bins "lock" into place, preventing sliding and chaos during transport or drawer operation.
2. Product Variations
There are two primary ways to implement the SYS-GRD system:
- SYS-GRD - Grid Pattern Drawer Inserts: Modular plates in various sizes (from 50mm x 50mm up to 250mm x 200mm) designed to be tiled to fit any custom drawer dimension.
- SYS-GRD - SYS-Sort & SYS-Combi Inserts: Specifically sized inserts designed to drop directly into the drawers of Tanos Sortainers or Combi-Systainers, converting them to accept standard SYS-ORG bins.
3. Installation Guide
Step 1: Measuring Your Space
Because the system is based on a 50mm grid increment, measure the internal length and width of your drawer or container.
- Example: If your drawer is 510mm x 410mm, you would aim for a grid layout of 500mm x 400mm (using multiple plates) to ensure a snug fit.
Step 2: Selecting Your Plates
Choose a combination of plate sizes that best fills your measured area.
- Tiling Tip: You do not need a single large plate. Tiling smaller plates (e.g., two 200mm x 200mm plates) works effectively and allows for more flexible shipping and handling.
Step 3: Preparing the Surface
Ensure the bottom of the drawer or container is clean and free of debris. While the weight of the bins often keeps the grid plates in place, you may choose to use a small amount of double-sided tape or a non-slip liner underneath for extra security in mobile applications where screws are not an option.
Step 4: Laying the Grid
Drop the grid plates into the drawer. Ensure the grid pattern is aligned across all plates so that larger bins can straddle the seams between two different plates.
4. Utilizing the System
Bin Compatibility
The SYS-GRD system is compatible with:
- FORG3D SYS-ORG Bins (Full-height and Half-height).
- Standard Tanos/Festool Systainer³ Bins.
Layout Configuration
Simply press the bins onto the grid. The "feet" of the bins register into the grid pattern, providing a secure mechanical fit.
- Pro-Tip: Use Half-Height Bins to maximize vertical space in shallow drawers. You can even stack two half-height bins in deeper drawers if needed, provided the bottom bin is filled with low-profile items.
5. Maintenance & Care
- Cleaning: The grid plates are made of durable, chemical-resistant materials. They can be cleaned with soap and water or mild shop degreasers.
- Reconfiguration: The primary benefit of SYS-GRD is modularity. If your project needs change, simply lift the bins and move them. No adhesive or permanent dividers are required.
6. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need to glue the plates down? A: Generally, no. Once the plates are surrounded by the drawer walls and filled with bins, they will stay in place. For mobile carts that see heavy vibration, a few small pieces of double-sided mounting tape are sufficient.
Q: Can I cut the grid plates? A: While possible with a fine-toothed saw, we recommend using our wide variety of sizes (50mm increments) to fill your space as closely as possible without cutting.
Q: Are these compatible with older T-Loc or Classic bins? A: The SYS-GRD is optimized for the Systainer³ generation of bins, which feature the modern interlocking foot pattern.
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