An improved panel assembly

摘要

A sheet metal panel assembly is disclosed suitable for use as a backing panel on a shelving unit. A sheet metal panel 1 has one and preferably two opposing edges 2 folded to form a void forming section s. Each void forming section includes a base portion 4 disposed transversely of the plane of the panel 1 and an end limb 5 directed back toward the panel 1. The end limb 5 terminates clear of the section 3 of the panel 1 that merges with the void forming section to create an opening 6. An elongate member 7 is folded to correspond to the shape of the void and is nested therein in so doing closing the opening 6 and forming a box-section with the void forming section. The ends of the elongate member 7 include projection tabs 11 which are adapted to engage the associated ends of the shelf bracket support posts 10 positioned at the side of the panel assembly. The panel then provides backing to shelves carried on the brackets.