Case Study: Custom Rack Solution for Malvern Preparatory School
Engineering a Better Learning Environment
Malvern Preparatory School needed a way to bring order to their robotics and engineering lab—without stifling creativity. Enter Tatanka Racks.
We worked with the team at Malvern Prep to install a custom rack system that transformed their lab into a clean, functional build zone. The new setup brought strength, flexibility, and a bold, modular foundation for students to build, prototype, and experiment.
But what really made this project special? The students themselves.
On a Saturday morning, a group of motivated students showed up to help install the racks. They weren’t just assembling storage—they were engaging with real-world design, hands-on problem solving, and taking ownership of their space. These kids weren’t just organizing their gear. They were building the kind of lab we wish we had back in high school.
From Custom Storage to Custom Innovation
Since the installation, the students have taken the system and made it their own. Using CAD software and 3D printers, they’ve started designing and fabricating their own custom hooks and attachments—extending the functionality of the Tatanka Racks platform and using it as a living part of their curriculum.
The lab now serves as a staging environment for creativity, experimentation, and real-world application. It’s more than just storage—it’s a launchpad for the next generation of engineers, builders, and creators.
Tatanka Racks is built by doers, for doers.
And these students? They’re already on their way.
About Malvern Preparatory School
Malvern Preparatory School is an independent, all-boys prep school located in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1842 as a continuation of the Augustinian academic tradition that led to Villanova University, Malvern Prep offers a rigorous, values-driven education for students in grades 6 through 12. With a focus on personalized guidance, cutting-edge facilities, and a commitment to developing selfless leaders, Malvern Prep prepares students to thrive in school—and far beyond it.
About Tatanka Racks
Tatanka Racks builds modular wall-mounted storage systems designed for strength, flexibility, and real-life use. Whether you’re organizing sports gear, tools, retail displays, or educational workspaces, Tatanka Racks delivers clean, powerful storage solutions that adapt to the way you move, work, and build. Every product is engineered for performance, designed for customization, and made to stand up to serious use.