Pertainers

Pertainers are a category of fastening devices designed to provide secure attachment points for modular shelving, workbenches, and industrial equipment. The term derives from the verb "to pertain," reflecting the accessory's function of relating or connecting components within a larger structure. Pertainers typically consist of a metal or composite bracket that mounts to a wall, frame, or existing support, with a recessed or protruding attachment site that accepts threaded rods, hooks, or load-bearing pins.

The first commercial patents for paretainers appeared in the early 1990s, developed by a small niche manufacturer to address the need for adjustable and reusable mounting solutions in laboratory and warehouse settings. Over time, paretainers evolved to accommodate a range of load capacities, from lightweight organizers to heavy-duty structural reinforcements. Standardized sizing and threading have enabled interoperability across a wide array of shelves, cabinets, and mechanical frames.

In practice, paretainers are favored for their modularity: a single base bracket can support multiple attachment points, allowing users to customize arrangements without substantial retooling. They are commonly used in science laboratories for mounting laboratory equipment, in commercial warehouses for shelving systems, and in automotive workshops for tool racks. The versatility and ease of installation have made paretainers a staple in many industrial and commercial fixture designs.