Configure Your Retail Shelving System for Performance.

Lozier gondola shelving, islands, and endcaps are designed as a modular system.

Which means once you’ve confirmed the core structural components (uprights, base brackets, base decks, shelf type and depth, load rating, and bay spacing), your next move is to configure the system with the right shelving accessories and customizations.

Done properly, those accessories allow you to tailor each shelving run to your brand, section of the store, or merchandise mix — improving product visibility, increasing SKU density, and supporting better store flow.

Whether you’re building a new store or replacing an existing run, here’s how retail designers build out a gondola system to perform.

1. Start with the Backing

When configuring a gondola system, start by selecting the right backing.

Depending on the type of merchandise and how it’s presented, the backing type determines which accessories can be used.

Common Lozier gondola backing options include:

Pegboard backs (perforated panels) – The most flexible and widely used option. Pegboard backs support hooks, crossbars, and a wide range of hanging displays, making them the primary Lozier back type for high-turn merchandise.

Solid / hardboard backs – Ideal when peghooks aren’t required. These create a clean, uninterrupted surface and are available in standard solid finishes (including Marteck) and woodgrain options.

Slatwall backs – These allow shelves and slatwall hooks to be integrated into the same run. With aluminum or vinyl inserts and a range of finish options, they’re often used to create a more premium, finished look.

Wire grid or specialty back panels – Grid backs are an open-back alternative that’s frequently used for power tools, sporting goods, and apparel, as grid hooks and baskets manage weight and irregular shapes well.

Selecting the right backing ensures the merchandise you’re displaying and the accessories you plan to use integrate across wall sections, island gondolas and endcaps.

As Canada’s exclusive factory-authorized Lozier agent, at Canada’s Best Store Fixtures, we help retailers spec the right backing systems and pair them with accessories that work with the Lozier shelving system.

2. Shelf Management Options

Once the structure is in place, the next layer is shelf management: dividers, fences, labels, and pushers.

These accessories help maintain product organization, protect inventory, and reduce ongoing maintenance.

Wire or plastic shelf dividers – Used to separate SKUs and prevent items from mixing, dividers keep categories clean and consistent with planograms. Lozier-compatible wire and plastic dividers are standard solutions for keeping items from shifting and shelves from becoming disorganized.

Front fencing and product retainers – Wire or plastic front rails hold merchandise in place without obstructing visibility. They protect inventory, reduce product falls, and help maintain shelf presentation in high-traffic areas.

Label holders and shelf channel strips – Ticket mouldings and label holders along the front edge of Lozier shelves are foundational to any shelf management system, supporting clear pricing, barcodes, and planogram accuracy.

Gravity-feed and pusher systems – Gravity shelves and spring-loaded pushers automatically keep product facing at the front of the shelf. These systems are widely used on Lozier gondolas for small-pack and high-turn items, improving presentation while reducing manual facing labour. Many include integrated trays or mat systems that ride directly on the shelf.

Specialty pharmacy and grocery shelves – In higher-density categories, shelving itself becomes a management tool. Flex-style Rx shelves with upturned lips or optional down-slant configurations are designed specifically to organize small, high-SKU items and improve restocking efficiency.

In grocery, pharma, and other high-volume environments, the right combination of shelving, binning, dividers, and pusher systems is critical. Done right, these shelf management accessories allow retailers to maintain order while increasing SKU density.

3. Hooks & Hanging Options

Flat shelves are great, but not all merchandise belongs on one. Hooks and crossbars expand capacity without increasing the run, making them ideal for small-pack, hanging or high-turn items.

Common options include:

• Standard pegboard hooks
• Heavy-duty hooks
• Hairpin hooks
• Crossbars and hangrails
• Power wings and side panels

The choice between flat and angled bins affects how the product is faced. Down-slant systems encourage a forward-facing position, while flat systems may be the right choice for traditional packaging.

4. Binning Systems

For small-pack items, bulk goods, or impulse categories, binning systems provide structure, containment, and visibility — particularly in grocery and pharmacy environments where SKU counts are high.

Common options include:

• Flat bin shelves
• 17° down-slant bin shelves
• Wire bin fronts and dividers
• Metal binning systems
• Full bin shelves for high-volume items

The choice between flat and angled configurations affects how the product sits, faces, and replenishes. Down-slant systems encourage forward-facing presentation, while flat systems may better suit certain packaging types or restocking workflows.

5. Dressing Up the System with Canopies & Customization

Once the merchandising functionality is dialled in, designers often turn to finishing elements that elevate the overall look of the gondola. Lozier offers several canopy and fascia systems designed specifically to upgrade standard runs without changing the underlying uprights, backs, or shelves.

These systems mount directly to the shelving platform — typically through shelf-mount or canopy brackets — allowing retailers to visually transform a gondola while keeping the structural system intact.

Common canopy and finishing options include:

Contoured frame canopies – Lozier’s system includes fascias, canopy brackets, and splicers that come together to create a defined architectural look.

Solid wood canopy systems – Wood fascia, brackets, and end panels are designed to support wood or laminate canopy treatments for a warmer, more premium presentation.

Metal canopy assemblies – Adjustable metal fascia and bracket systems offer a clean, durable finish.

End trims and decorative panels – Upright end trim, canopy end panels, and multi-function end panels are used to finish aisle ends and create visual consistency.

Canopy returns and fascia details impact sightlines and a store’s overall presentation. A stronger top line helps hide visual clutter, define departments, and integrate gondolas into more branded or higher-end environments.

For retailers seeking deeper brand alignment, Canada’s Best Store Fixtures also supports custom and semi-custom canopy, fascia, and end treatments where standard components aren’t enough. Because these solutions are designed to integrate with the Lozier platform, retailers can upgrade to a fully branded look without scrapping their existing structural runs.

6. Lighting and Digital Display Options

Lighting directly impacts how merchandise is seen, evaluated, and purchased.

Accessory-compatible lighting options for Lozier gondolas include:

• Quick-connect LED systems
• Fluorescent retrofit systems
• High-output lighting strips
• Power drivers and harness systems

These systems are designed to integrate with gondola shelving and are often retrofitted, improving lighting without replacing the shelving systems.

Digital signage or mounted displays can also be worked into gondola configurations to support POS displays, pricing updates, or in-store networks.

When properly spec’d, lighting and digital components enhance product visibility.

Why Work with Canada’s Best Store Fixtures for Lozier Shelving Accessories?

Canada’s Best Store Fixtures is Canada’s exclusive factory-authorized agent and distributor for the full Lozier product range — including shelving, accessories, and canopy systems.

That means retailers aren’t just sourcing parts. They’re working with an expert retail shelving team that understands how the entire Lozier platform fits together — structurally, visually, and operationally.

Our team supports:

• Store surveys and layout analysis
• Specifying compatible Lozier shelving accessories
• Accessory packages for new or existing gondola runs
• Custom and semi-custom fabrication solutions
• Enhanced finishes and dressed-up configurations
• Installation and multi-location rollouts
• Specialized pharmacy and high-density shelving solutions

Whether you’re opening a new location or refreshing an existing store, we’ll help you select the right combination of stock and custom components. Contact our retail fixture design-build team to discuss your next project and get a quote.

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Research and initial drafting for this article were supported by AI tools, including Perplexity and ChatGPT. All sources were independently verified, and the final content was reviewed and edited by our team.