Lateral Files

More About Lateral Files

Suspension files are available in standard vertical and lateral versions. Standard suspension files are usually accessed from the top and they have tabs placed on top; lateral suspension files are designed for side access filing cabinets - side filers, that are wider, but not as deep as regular filing cabinets. Lateral suspension files can be accessed from the side and therefore the tabs and labels in such suspension files are placed on their side for convenient use. Lateral filing has space saving benefits and is ideal for high volume document storage in offices where same files need to be accessed by staff from several departments.

Tips for buying Lateral Suspension Files:

• Choosing the correct size of lateral suspension files is very important, so it is worth to know the size of files that you can use with filing storage equipment at your workplace. There are two sizes of lateral hanging suspension files that are available on the market: lateral suspension files for 330mm spaced rail and lateral suspension files for 275mm spaced rail. 275mm lateral files are designed for lateral filing cupboards with rails set 275 mm apart., 330mm lateral files - for lateral filing cupboards with rails set 330 mm apart.

• If you are not sure what size of lateral files to choose it might be worth measuring the distance between the rails in your side access filing cabinet. If you know the model of your filing storage equipment you can also check the technical specification on our website as all the filing storage equipment comes with description of lateral suspension files sizes that are suitable to use with it. A lot of side access filing cabinets have an adjustable rails and are capable of holding both sizes of lateral files which can be very convenient for users. 

• Another important feature is base type of lateral suspension file.Base type determines how many documents is it possible to place within the lateral file.15mm V-base lateral hanging suspension files are the most compact in size but are limited in terms of capacity as they would only hold 15mm thickness of documents in each file (approx. 150 paper sheets). If you require the lateral files to hold more documents you should choose square base lateral suspension files. Square base lateral files are available in 30mm and 50mm document thickness capacity and would hold approx. 300-500 paper sheets. Some V-base and square base lateral files have extra deep 12" base feature suitable for non standard size document filing.

• There are three main material types used for producing lateral suspension files: manilla lateral files which are made with strong manilla cardboard – they provide great reliability and are more economic; the other material often used to make suspension files is polypropylene (plastic). Polypropylene lateral files are very durable, they might be a bit more expensive than manila suspension files but their lifespan is much longer. Some lateral suspension files are also made from very strong and sturdy kraft paper which is very similar in look to manila but it is even more long-lasting. 

• Most of lateral suspension files come with tabs and inserts included. Some of them have extra features: come pre-linked, with press-stud linking system or with linkable tabs; have a personalisation feature; come with double base: V-Base, that can be expanded to square base with the use of a rigid box bottom insert; some lateral suspension files feature strong steel runners and reinforced base for increased durability.

Almost all lateral suspension files available on our site come with tabs and card inserts included, so there is no need to buy them separately. The most popular brands for lateral files include Elba, Esselte, Twinlock and Rexel. You can also get lateral files from economy brand Q-Connect, 5 Star which offer great value and quality lateral suspension files in a very competitive price range. Lateral Files can be delivered throughout Ireland, including to Dublin, Limerick, Cork and Galway.

Here's what our customers are saying...
	Ronnie
	about  Elba Ultimate AZV Lateral File 330mm Wide Base 30mm Orange Ref L500002 [Pack 25]
	"Extremely durable suspension files, the cardboard that they are made with is really thick. This goes straight to my favorites list!"

	Kathleen Brouder
	about Elba Ultimate Polypro Lateral 330mm File V-Base 15mm Blue Ref L683520 Pk 25
	"These lateral suspensions really prevent nisfiling ever since i got these oblique lateral files ive become more organised and i can find all my documents way faster."

	Thomas
	about  Elba Ultimate Polypro 330mm Lateral File Wide Base 30mm Blue Ref L683022 Pack 25
	Great Quality
	"Very cost effective lateral files as they come with the lifetime warranty! Can be reused again and again as they are maximum strength, have them for years now and cant see even smallest signs of them wearing off, would recommend to everyone that is looking for great quality lateral files for lifetime :)"

	Mc Mahon Solicitors
	about Lateral 330mm Files 15mm V Base 215gsm Manilla Green Pack 50 5 Star Ref 913268
	"These Lateral files with clear tabs and inserts good value for Pack 50. The 5 Star suit us fine even though there are better brand names on huntoffice.ie"

	Mike
	about  Lateral File Green W330mm with Clear Tabs and Inserts 215gsm Pack 50 5 Star
	Good Quality
	"these 5 star lateral files are very good quality and amazing price value for 50 pack of them! thanks Huntoffice!"

	Karen Wallace
	about Bantex Linking Lateral Suspension File 330mm Kraft 210gsm 15mm V-base Orange Ref 100330742 [Pack 25]
	Excellent Quality
	"Excellent quality, was pleased to see the magnifying plastic tabs and white card tab inserts came included. Great for filing as they clip together using a hook and press stud system."

	Ciaran
	about Bantex Linking Lateral Suspension File 330mm Kraft 210gsm 15mm V-base Orange Ref 100330742 [Pack 25]
	"I have never used Bantex filing products, but it is definitely the best i have ever used, very nice manilla finish, heavyweight and durable, lovely bright colours. Very good price for 25 pack of such a good quality and long lasting 330 lateral files, 15mm v-Base takes full 150 sheet capacity and the bars are very strong. Would recommend these Bantex Linking Lateral files to everyone that is looking for good filing products for lateral filing cabinets"

	Zack
	about Esselte Orgarex Lateral 330mm File 15mm V Base Pack of 25 21628
	Great Quality
	"Great quality lateral files, good price for such a quality!"

	Tracy
	about Esselte Orgarex Lateral 330mm File 15mm V Base Pack of 25 21628
	"I always thought that Esselte filing products are the best. Recently we have bought filing cabinet for lateral files, so i have ordered Esselte lateral files straight away and i am not dissapointed with my choice, these lateral files are just as good as the rest of Esselte production!

	Luka
	about  Bantex Linking Lateral Suspension File 330mm Kraft 210gsm Square-base 300 Sheet Capacity Orange Ref 100330744 [Pack 25]
	Amazing Quality
	"Amazing quality lateral linking files, very strong wide base, fits full 300 sheet capacity and manilla material is very durable even with everyday file handling involved. the price in Huntoffice is very cheap and the delivery was very fast. thank you."