COMPATTA Light - The mobile shelving system
+90% more archiving capacity, same footprint or +50% more floor space, same documents.
A high-density mobile shelving system on floor-mounted rails for the intensive archiving and storage of various light loads: documents, binders, ledgers and artwork.
+90%
more storage capacity in the same footprint
+50%
floor space recovered at equal inventory
12,000 kg
max load per mobile base
12 m
max length per mobile base
Mobile racking systems that fit to any space and different types of materials.

COMPATTA Light, the versatile mobile shelving system
The shelving units are mounted on mobile bases that travel on rails integrated flush with the floor, opening the access aisle only where required. The system is available in four configurations: manual push, mechanical handwheel, electric, and Duplex to suit different environments and operational requirements.
Why COMPATTA Light optimizes the storage space you already have
Every COMPATTA Light system is engineered to the available space, the loads to be managed, and the installation environment. There is no standard configuration only the right one for your layout, your materials, and your operational workflows.
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FUNCTIONAL
Reduces the floor area occupied or increases storage and archiving capacity without relocating or expanding your existing premises.
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ADAPTABLE
Fits any type of environment, including spaces with columns or very high ceilings, thanks to multi-level expansion capability.
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VERSATILE
Ideal for archiving documents, books, maps, magnetic media, artwork, and for storing light loads such as small parts, consumables, hanging garments, and pharmaceuticals.
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SAFE
Active and passive safety systems as standard: anti-crush device on the handwheel, anti-tip system integrated in the base rails, photoelectric barriers and infrared sensors (electric model), and consent pushbuttons to activate movement.
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CUSTOMIZABLE
Internal fitting accessories and external panels available in multiple colors: COMPATTA Light always integrates with your space.
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COST-EFFECTIVE
Excellent capacity-to-cost ratio, fast installation, and low long-term maintenance costs.
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RELIABLE
Protects stored goods from dust and external agents. The rubber dust-seal profile and the steel top panel ensure long-term protection.
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EASY TO USE
Available movement systems — manual push, handwheel, or electric — let operators open and close the aisle quickly, without stepping away from their workstation or interrupting workflow.
All the details about COMPATTA Light
How it works
COMPATTA Light consists of shelving units mounted on mobile bases that travel on rails integrated flush with the floor. The bases compact together, opening the access aisle only at the position required: the operator activates the system via handle, handwheel, or front-panel pushbutton, without interrupting operations.
Compared to a conventional fixed-shelving layout, COMPATTA Light recovers up to 50% of the available floor area, or in the same space, increases storage capacity by up to 90%.
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Step 1: Aisle selection
The operator selects the desired aisle via handle (manual push), handwheel (mechanical), or front-panel pushbutton (electric), located on the front face of each mobile base. -
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Step 2: Aisle opening and material access
The mobile bases travel to open the aisle at the selected position. The operator accesses stored or archived materials directly from the open aisle. -
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Step 3: Active safety (electric model)
Photoelectric barriers positioned at the entry faces and inside the aisles immediately halt movement if an operator or obstacle is detected. A consent pushbutton is required to activate base movement. -
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Step 4: Closing
The operator closes the aisle at the end of operations. The anti-crush device on the handwheel prevents accidental closure of the working aisle.
Technical Specifications
Mobile bases
COMPATTA Light mobile bases are available in manual push, mechanical handwheel, and electric versions. Length is configurable from 650 to 12,000 mm; width from 545 to 1,645 mm. Maximum load capacity is 12,000 kg per mobile base. All versions include an anti-tip system integrated in the base rails.
Racking
COMPATTA Light mobile bases accept snap-fit shelving in two types: T40 and RG30. Double-sided structures are available, providing two independent shelving faces with variable-height working station. Maximum shelving height is 4,000 mm (6,000 mm for the Duplex model).
System and Control
Movement is activated via handle (manual push), handwheel on the front panel (mechanical), or front-panel pushbutton on each mobile base (electric). For double-entry configurations, a pushbutton panel is also provided on the opposite face. The Duplex model extends the system to a second level accessible via integrated staircases, with both levels moved by a single base.
| Max shelving height | 4,000 / 6,000 mm (Duplex) |
| Mobile base length (min/max) | 650 ÷ 12,000 mm |
| Mobile base width (min/max) | 545 ÷ 1,645 mm |
| Max load per mobile base | 12,000 kg |
| Max load per wheel | 800 / 1,000 kg |
| Travel speed (electric) | 60 mm/s |
| Shelving types | T40 (galvanized) / RG30 (painted) |
The models
Manual Push
Mechanical Handwheel
Electric
Duplex
Optionals
Internal Fitting Accessories
All other available optional
Locking system
Downloads
COMPATTA Light is the ideal mobile shelving solution for:
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Healthcare facilities
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Hospital pharmacies
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Public Administration
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Archives and museums
Want to maximize your storage space with a mobile shelving system?
Every COMPATTA Light roject begins with an on-site assessment: we measure your space, analyze your workflows, and calculate the actual capacity gain. Concrete data about your warehouse or archive, before any decision is made.
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