What is a 'follower block' in a lateral file cabinet drawer?

A follower block (also called a compressor or compression plate) is a movable vertical plate inside a lateral file drawer that presses against the back of your hanging files, keeping them pushed toward the front of the drawer for easy access. As you add more files, you move the follower block back; as the drawer empties, you move it forward to keep remaining files neatly organized and upright. Most commercial lateral files include a follower block standard in each drawer. FindOfficeFurniture.com has full-featured commercial lateral files — call 888-719-4960 for the best deals.