Ever wonder what distinguishes an average Lateral File from an exceptional one? Well if you have, you've come to the right place to learn a little more about the KORDEN approach to building the highest quality Lateral Files available.

We start with the highest quality furniture grade steel available. We use 18 gauge steel which offers a stronger case than most of the other manufacturers who are still using the lighter weight 20 and even 22 gauge steel. Then we go well beyond the others by using a 16 gauge reinforced horizontal cross brace between every drawer as well as extra corner supports throughout the file. The base of the cabinet is also made with heavy duty 16 gauge steel. This ensures a cabinet shell that is considerably stronger and more durable than other files.

Notice in the picture below the horizontal cross brace, reinforcement in the corners, the interlock mechanism centered on the back wall of the cabinet, and the simplicity of the lock/interlock interface.

Of course all these features wouldn't amount to anything if we didn't use the highest quality hardware, and Accuride drawer slides that carry a Lifetime Replacement Guarantee in the event they ever fail.