Supermarket Shelving Layout Guide for UAE Stores
A useful shelving plan begins with the actual store shell and customer route. Counting gondola units before measuring entrances, columns, refrigeration and checkout areas often creates gaps or obstructed aisles.
Map the fixed elements
Measure every wall and mark doors, windows, columns, electrical panels, drainage points, refrigeration, bakery or service counters and the intended checkout area.
Plan customer circulation
Identify the entrance-to-checkout route, main promotional zone and aisle directions. Keep emergency and service access clear and confirm any authority or landlord requirements that apply to the premises.
Choose shelf formats
Wall shelves use perimeter space; double-sided gondolas form center aisles; end caps create promotional positions. Shelf depth, height and spacing should reflect the merchandise category.
List accessories by category
Price strips, hooks, baskets, dividers, shelf fences and pegboard components should be listed with the relevant gondola runs rather than estimated after delivery.
Prepare the quotation
Send a dimensioned plan, preferred height and color, quantity of wall and center runs, end caps, checkout counters and delivery location. Confirm installation and unloading separately.
Information checklist before requesting a quote
- Dimensioned store plan
- Entrance, checkout and refrigeration positions
- Required aisle widths
- Wall, gondola and end-cap quantities
- Shelf heights, depths, colors and accessories
- Delivery, unloading and installation requirements
Confirm dimensions, rated loads, supply scope and installation requirements in a written quotation before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a gondola shelf?
A gondola is a freestanding retail shelving unit, commonly double-sided in center aisles and single-sided against walls.
How many end caps are needed?
It depends on the number of gondola rows and which row ends are visible or used for promotions.
Can shelving colors be customized?
Standard colors are usually faster; custom colors may be available for suitable quantities.
What should I send for a complete quote?
Send the store plan, desired shelf dimensions, wall and center runs, accessories, checkout requirements and delivery location.
Request a Racking & Shelving Quote
Send the product type, size, quantity, required load and delivery location for a practical quotation.