There is a wide variety of materials used for shelving, each with its own unique characteristics and applications. The following are common shelving materials and their characteristics:

1. Wooden Shelving

- Characteristics: Natural, aesthetically pleasing, environmentally friendly, easy to process into various shapes; possesses elasticity and insulation properties. Typically used in light-load storage environments, such as display cabinets in shopping malls or supermarket counters.
- Limitations: Relatively weak load-bearing capacity and durability; requires regular maintenance to prevent deformation or insect infestation. For example, retail display areas often use wood to create a warm atmosphere.

2. Steel (including ordinary steel and galvanized steel sheets)

- Advantages: High strength, strong load-bearing capacity, stable structure, and relatively low cost; corrosion resistance is significantly improved after special treatment (such as galvanizing or spraying anti-corrosion paint). Suitable for heavy-duty storage and harsh environments, it is the mainstream choice in warehousing systems.
- Applications: Widely used in warehouses, supermarkets, and other places requiring high load-bearing capacity. Galvanized steel sheets are more suitable for humid environments due to their anti-oxidation properties.

3. Aluminum Profile/Aluminum Alloy Shelving

- Advantages: Lightweight and portable, good corrosion resistance, stylish and simple appearance, especially suitable for high-humidity or acidic and alkaline environments; excellent electrical conductivity. Flexible assembly, shelves can be combined with wood or other materials.
- Disadvantages: Limited load-bearing capacity, not suitable for overweight goods; higher manufacturing cost, limiting large-scale application. Commonly used in modern warehouses with high aesthetic requirements.

4. Plastic Shelving

- Characteristics: Lightweight and easy to move, low cost, strong corrosion resistance, customizable colors; mostly made by injection molding, various sizes. Mainly used for displaying or temporarily storing light and small items.
- Scenarios: Frequently used in retail stores, convenience stores, and other commercial environments; can also be used for cladding treatment to enhance the corrosion resistance of metal surfaces.

5. Alloy Shelving

- Improvements: Improved upon aluminum, increasing load-bearing capacity and strength, but correspondingly increasing production costs. Combines lightweight and durability, suitable for specific industrial needs.
- Positioning: As a high-end solution, it is applied to occasions with special requirements for material properties.

6. Composite Shelving
- Innovations: Combining multiple materials (such as steel + wood, metal + plastic), resulting in superior comprehensive performance. For example, steel-wood composite shelving retains the stability of the metal frame while incorporating the aesthetics of wood.
- Applicable Fields: Food, pharmaceutical, and other industries, capable of adapting to environments with complex temperature and humidity changes.

7. Density Board Shelving
- Emerging Trend: Environmentally friendly new material, with anti-bending and wear-resistant properties, easy to process and install; however, the load-bearing capacity is poor, mostly used for storing lightweight items. It has gradually become popular in green logistics in recent years.

8. Paper Shelving
- Temporary Use: Low cost, disposable, commonly used in short-term display arrangements at exhibitions or promotional events.

Shelving made of different materials has its own advantages and disadvantages in terms of load-bearing capacity, durability, aesthetics, and cost. Actual selection should consider the weight of the goods, environmental conditions (such as humidity, corrosiveness), budget constraints, and functional requirements (such as display effect or automation level). For example, heavy-duty warehouses prioritize steel, high-end retail prefers steel-wood combinations, while the chemical industry may focus on aluminum alloy or composite materials.