Nothing increases the storage capacity of a warehouse more than the pallet rack. When you stack upwards, you are giving your warehouse a cleaner look that leads to greater efficiency and more space. Pallet racks are simple pieces of equipment that are safe and easy to maintain. All you have to do is know is […]
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Warehouses tend to fill up quickly with stock, especially during peak seasons. While more stock means a greater potential to sell, crowded warehouses usually lead to a few major problems, and since not every warehouse owner can just up and spend a ton of money expanding or buying a new, larger building, something has to […]
Pallet Rack Safety Considerations
When working around pallets and pallet racks, safety is a key concern. Because a pallet rack can be stacked very tall and can be full of heavy items, it presents a danger to anyone working around it, especially if the rack is old or hasn’t been maintained properly. There are a number of different safety […]
The Different Types of Industrial Shelving and their Uses
Do you need some new industrial shelving for your warehouse? If you do, you may think it’s a simple matter of buying a shelving unit and installing it. However, not all industrial shelving is the same. There are a few different options here, each of which has its advantages and disadvantages. Finding the right industrial […]
Industrial Shelving vs. Pallet Racking: What’s the Difference?
Some people assume that shelves and racks are the same thing, but those in the warehouse business know that they are actually different. Warehouse shelving is a catchall term that’s often applied to both industrial shelving and pallet racks, and while the two are both used to hold goods or pallets of goods, they are […]
How to Identify Faulty Shelving
One of the worst things that can happen in your warehouse is for a shelf to collapse. It can take other shelves with it, destroy thousands of dollars of product, and injure your workers. Fortunately, if you carefully inspect your warehouse shelving on a regular basis, you should be able to see signs of faulty […]
Uses for Wire Decking
Wire decking is most often used for warehouse shelving for a number of different reasons. However, in addition to the advantages of using it for your shelves, it can also be used for a number of other things. Here are a few different things you can use wire decking for in addition to its warehouse […]
Things to Consider Before Purchasing Wire Decking
One of the main types of shelving warehouses use in their pallet racks is wire decking. This type of decking has a number of benefits, and many people choose to use it in their warehouses. However, it’s important to consider a number of different factors before you purchase your wire decking. Why Use Wire Decking […]
The History of Pallet Racks
Pallet racks are invaluable to warehouses. Without the ability to store pallets in columns, warehouses would have to be much larger. Thankfully, these sturdy shelving options allow warehouses with forklifts to place pallets above each other, effectively doubling or tripling the warehouse’s storage capacity. However, warehouses did not always have a pallet rack system. In […]
Tips for Organizing a Warehouse
A well-organized warehouse is an effective warehouse. There’s no question of where items are, how much of that item you’re currently storing, or where new pallets are to be placed when they come in. It’s also safer and more cost-effective. If you start out with a strong organizational plan in mind, your warehouse may always […]