Jronman Posted September 10, 2023 Report Share Posted September 10, 2023 I picked up a Black and Decker stackable bin System from Menards. I got two of the 39 drawer units. I did some reading online about the product and looks as though it is not a very good product. Flimsy and can’t hold much weight. They have slots for dividers but come with none and have no option to buy any. Only $27 a piece though. I looked at other brands like the once reputable Akro-mils and they are not as high quality as they once were but have retained their higher price. I can get the Akro-mils for as low as mid $40’s but they are averaging more in the $70’s from non Amazon stores. Most of the poor reviews about the Akro-mils are from Amazon. Other authorized retailers that offered an online review system didn’t have very many recent reviews if the review system even worked or showed anything. I try to take Amazon reviews with a grain of salt. With all the bots, scams, and whatnot, I don’t know how much Amazon reviews can be trusted. Does anyone have any ideas on some bin systems like these that are actually still good? I have yet to remove the packaging from the Black and Decker’s and I am considering returning them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Altan Posted September 11, 2023 Report Share Posted September 11, 2023 Currently they are all junks, in the past the main frame in most cases was metal and by time they changed them to plastic. I gave up looking for some, I would make my own, either with wood or stainless steel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jronman Posted September 11, 2023 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2023 My current plan is to sell these and wait for black friday sales on the akro-mils which are maybe junk but less junk than the rest. I'm not storing heavy items in them just small plastic parts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric - TIA Posted September 11, 2023 Report Share Posted September 11, 2023 I have been eyeing this type of system for a while. Not sure what brand but I need something on my bench to keep small screws, nuts, and more. Right now I just have an old bucket that I throw everything in and it takes for ever when I need to find two of the same screw and nuts to match it. If you find something good, let us know. I might just go with the B&D, I don't need anything special for weight etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jronman Posted September 13, 2023 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2023 @Eric - TIA I would probably avoid these for nuts and bolts. I would upgrade to the metal frame options. The all plastic don’t perform well with a lot of weight from what I heard. All my sorting will mostly be plasic parts so I should have zero issues with on of these. Another option if you have the time and know how is build or 3d print something custom to fit your needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric - TIA Posted September 14, 2023 Report Share Posted September 14, 2023 Thanks for letting me know about upgrading to the metal frame. Nothing more annoying than trying to put out a tray or deal with something that ends up being a pain in the ass. I like the idea of a custom solution, will have to look into that, never even crossed my mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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