Gravity Roller Shelves

What Are Gravity Roller Shelves?

Gravity roller shelves use small rollers and a slight incline to allow products to move forward naturally. They're widely used for drinks, snacks, pharmacy items and other fast-moving products.

Roller track mats are placed directly on top of standard retail shelves. The rollers underneath the products reduce friction, allowing items to glide forward naturally. When one product is removed, the next moves into place automatically. Gravity does the work, so no power is required.

Benefits for Retail Stores

In busy retail environments, gravity roller shelves offer better presentation, improved efficiency, and day-to-day reliability. The benefits include:

• Better product visibility: Products remain front-facing and easy to see, and shelves appear full, even as stock levels drop. It helps customers quickly identify products and pricing.
• Reduced labour time and costs: Gravity roller shelves require less manual shelf management, allowing for faster restocking and easier planogram maintenance, which helps to drive sales. They are ideal for high-volume categories where time savings add up.
• Increased sales: A cleaner, more organised retail shelf can improve the shopper experience and conversion.

Explore the SI Retail Gravity Roller Shelf Range

The SI Retail gravity roller shelf range integrates seamlessly with existing shelving systems:

• Gravity roller mats sit directly on standard shelves and are suitable for both refrigerated cabinets and ambient aisle shelving. They provide smooth, reliable front-feeding across a wide range of product types.
• Shelf dividers help create individual product lanes, keeping items separated and neatly organised. They clip easily into perforated front and rear rails, making adjustments quick and simple.
• Front risers help prevent products from slipping off the shelf edge, while angled shelf supports raise the rear of flat shelves to create the correct incline. 
• Adjustable supports allow you to fine-tune the slope for different product weights and sizes.

Together, these components form a stable, efficient auto-facing shelf solution.

How to Incorporate the Gravity Roller Solution

The benefits of gravity roller shelves will depend on what you're selling and where the shelving is being used:

• Think about the product. Gravity roller shelves are best suited for packaged goods with flat bases. Bottled drinks, canned beverages, vitamins and pharmacy items are ideal, particularly in high-turnover categories where automated facing delivers the biggest time savings.
• Consider the location. Gravity roller shelves are most commonly installed in refrigerated drink cabinets, helping reduce door-open time and improve energy efficiency. They’re just as effective on ambient aisle shelving, making them a versatile solution for both front-of-house displays and back-of-house storage areas.
• Add accessories to improve performance. Simple add-ons, such as dividers, help maintain neat and organised rows. Front risers add an extra layer of safety and control, and angled supports ensure consistent gravity feeding on flat shelves.

Frequently Asked Questions About Gravity Roller Shelves

What are gravity roller shelves used for in retail?

Gravity roller shelves are used to keep products automatically front-facing, improving visibility and reducing the need for manual shelf management.

How do gravity roller shelves work on normal store shelving?

Special roller track mats sit on top of existing shelves. A slight incline allows gravity to move products forward as items are removed.

Do gravity roller shelves reduce labour costs?

Yes. They significantly cut down the time staff spend facing shelves and maintaining displays.

Are gravity roller shelves suitable for high turnover products?

Yes! Gravity roller shelves are ideal for fast-selling items such as drinks, snacks and pharmacy goods.

Do shelves need to be angled for gravity roller systems?

Yes, a gentle slope is required. You can add angled shelf supports if the shelves are flat.

What accessories improve the gravity roller shelf's performance?

Dividers, front risers and adjustable shelf supports all help improve the gravity roller shelf's performance, organisation, safety, and stock flow.

Find the Right Gravity Roller Shelves for Your Store

Browse the full range of gravity roller shelves and accessories at SI Retail to build an efficient, auto-facing shelving system. Discover solutions designed to save time, improve presentation and support high-performing retail displays.