Category: Storage
Pick the Right Flooring Option for Mezzanines, Platforms
There are several options for decking and floors on steel mezzanines or platforms, depending on the storage, equipment support or access use of the steel structure. Mezzanines and steel platforms are commonly used in warehouses and distribution centers for efficient storage or to support material handling equipment, such as conveyors. Catwalks and crossovers are related …
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Automated Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) and Vertical Carousels – 6 Reasons How to Save Labor, Cube and Money
Automated Vertical Storage Solutions – Converting Wasted Labor & Space Into Profit The space savings benefits of vertical storage and retrieval systems, however, are just a small piece of the savings potential of these systems. There are a number of reasons why reducing the amount of space required by storage and retrieval systems can result …
Four Types of Mezzanines Increase Storage Space in Warehouses
Warehouse Mezzanines There are four basic types of steel mezzanines used in warehouses, distribution centers and industrial settings. Those types are: Free standing mezzanines Building supported mezzanines Rack supported mezzanines Shelving supported mezzanines Each type provides usable space without the need of a building addition. Mezzanines can double the existing space used for warehouse or other storage and …
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Pallet Rack: Structural vs Roll Form
What are the difference between roll form and structural pallet rack. This article compares and contrasts the pros and cons of the different types of pallet racking construction.
Pallet Rack Design
Identify style of pallet racking from pictures and drawings. Pallet rack types are easily identified using this guide. Warehouse pallet rack identification is easy with the photos provided.