Libraries have always been outlets. Now, they need them!

In the modern library, patrons spend hours each day working, reading, and interacting on their devices. This creates a need for places to charge these laptops, phones, and tablets.

Many libraries, in older buildings especially, do not have enough power outlets. Often, the power outlets they do have are not in easily accessible locations for patrons. The good news is that there are plenty of great solutions for libraries to consider.

Powering Furniture is one easy option.

Charging outlets can be located on any furniture or millwork surface in the library, and there are many effective options, including:

Cove is a spill-resistant attractive option that brings power to locations where it is most needed. This option provides a lot of versatility and can be incorporated into vertical configurations as well as horizontal furniture surfaces. It doesn’t call too much attention to itself, but gives you power where you need it.

?Poppy provides wireless charging through Qi technology, the universal standard for many devices including Apple and Samsung.

Sand Dollar offers a low-profile, understated way to connect patrons to power and USB charging, and the sand dollar shape has a nice, modern look.

Hemisphere is fun, fashionable, and almost space-age in its appearance. Hemisphere has 3 port options and has a sleek domed profile.

A new way to distribute power throughout the building.

Drilling new electrical outlets in the floor is cost-prohibitive for most libraries, so CLC recommends Connectrac to many of our clients. Connectrac is a low-profile raceway system that goes under or over your existing carpet or floor to bring electric wherever you need it. Want to add power quickly, or have the ability to change locations in the future? Connectrac offers this kind of flexibility, and it comes available with two installation options – under carpet tile, and on top of any flooring surface. ?

Sometimes the power can come to you.

Another great solution is freestanding charging stations that can be moved around and can supply multiple charging outlets from one device. Plus, they look cool!

Isle is our most popular free standing charging station. It comes with up to 18 power, USB and USB-C charging outlets, and in a wide variety of striking, contemporary colors.

Vesta offers power, USB and USB-C charging, and comes in a cordless, battery powered version. It’s thin and sleek, just like the devices to which it connects.

Does your library need more ways to power the wide array of devices used today? Reach out to CLC and we can help you find the best solutions for your library!