Achieve better overall efficiency in your facility by utilizing better racking solutions. Here’s how to make the most of your storage racks and ensure seamless operations for your warehouse operators.
Start with Your Warehouse’s Layout
Before you start installing industrial storage racks, plan the layout. Consider the flow of traffic. Will you use forklifts? Knowing the equipment will ensure you get the size of the aisles right. Anything too narrow can lead to accidents, possibly with the forklift snagging on some supplies or products. If it’s too wide, that’s wasting space. With a well developed floor plan, you have a clear idea of where the busiest areas are and can assign spaces accordingly. A plan also makes sure you are maximizing your available area for storage.
Consider Your Project’s Budget
Factor the long term costs of industrial storage racks into your budget. Roll-formed racking solutions may look appealing on the surface due to their lower upfront price, but they can be plagued with the regular need for repairs and replacement. Investing in a more durable solution like Structural Steel Pallet Racking is the wiser long term investment. Constructed of thicker materials with reinforced corners, structural solutions are designed for the wear and tear of busy warehouse environments.
Designate Your Products
Designating the best places for your fast-moving and slow-moving products is easy. If you have products that aren’t in demand, they should be stored differently than your fast movers. For example slow-movers’ pallets can sometimes be broken down to cartons that are stored on case flow rack. Inversely, fast-moving products should be stored in means that affords the right balance of selectivity and storage density. That will help your team move the inventory with ease while maximizing use of your space. Careful planning can also tremendously reduce the travel time for operators or staff, which means faster workflow and better operational productivity.
